Objective
This guide provides the necessary steps to safely remove and prevent iron and rust stains from any pool surface using Iron Stain Treat™.
Why Iron Stains Occur
Iron and rust stains typically appear as brown, rusty, or yellowish discolorations on your pool steps, walls, or floor. This happens when iron—introduced by well water, lawn fertilizers, or degrading metal components—oxidizes in the presence of chlorine. Iron Stain Treat™ is scientifically formulated to lift these oxidized metals off the surface and hold them in solution so they can be safely filtered out of your water.
Prerequisites
Ensure your pool pump and filter are fully operational.
Have your pool water tested to confirm the presence of iron (as opposed to copper or organic stains).
Step-by-Step Instructions
Prepare the Equipment: Turn your Pump Switch to the ON position to ensure continuous water circulation.
Determine Dosage: Check the label on your bottle of Iron Stain Treat™ to calculate the correct dosage for your pool's total gallon capacity.
Apply the Product: Broadcast the treatment evenly across the surface of the pool, concentrating slightly more over the heavily stained areas.
Circulate: Allow the pump to run continuously for 24 to 48 hours to give the product time to lift the stains.
Clean the Filter: Once the stains have lifted, clean or backwash your filter to permanently remove the trapped iron from your system.
Troubleshooting Note: Don't worry if the water temporarily clouds after application; this is a normal reaction as the metals are lifted into the water column. Keep your filter running!