What pool chemicals are used for
Pool chemicals are used to keep swimming pool water clean, balanced, and manageable throughout the year. Different products serve different functions, including sanitization, algae prevention, water balance correction, and clarity improvement. This category brings together a broad pool care range from brands such as Waterwell, BioGuard South Africa, Everblue, Africhem, Pool Lab, Elara, and Puresan, making it easier to compare treatment options by purpose rather than by brand alone.
What you can find in this category
Depending on current stock and product availability, this category may include:
- chlorine and sanitizing products
- algaecides and preventative treatments
- shock treatments and oxidizers
- pH increasers and pH decreasers
- alkalinity and water balance products
- clarifiers and flocculants
- testing and water analysis products
- specialty pool treatment products
Brand range in Pool Chemicals
We stock pool chemical products across multiple recognised pool care brands. Brand availability may vary by product type and stock level.
Waterwell
Waterwell products are commonly used across routine pool maintenance and corrective treatment applications, including solutions for algae control, water recovery, and general pool care.
BioGuard South Africa
BioGuard South Africa is widely recognised in pool care for structured treatment systems, maintenance products, and water care support across residential pool environments.
Everblue
Everblue products support general swimming pool maintenance and water treatment requirements, including chemical care and routine pool upkeep.
Africhem
Africhem is associated with pool chemical treatment products used for maintaining water condition, sanitation support, and corrective treatment needs.
Pool Lab
Pool Lab products are relevant where water testing, measurement, and treatment accuracy are important for maintaining balanced pool water.
Elara
Elara contributes to the broader pool chemical range with products intended for practical pool care and treatment support where available.
Puresan
Puresan products support pool water treatment needs and may be relevant for ongoing maintenance and sanitation-related applications depending on the product line.
How to choose the right pool chemical
The right product depends on the problem you need to solve. Clear water with poor test readings may require balancing chemicals. Green or cloudy water may require shock treatment, algae control, and filtration support. Routine pool care usually requires a sanitizer and periodic water balancing. Always use current water test results, pool size, and manufacturer instructions to guide product selection and dosage.
Pool chemical comparison guide
Important safety and handling notes
Always read and follow the product label before use. Never mix incompatible pool chemicals. Store chemicals in a cool, dry place away from children, pets, and moisture. Use the correct dosage for your pool size and water condition. Where available, review product safety information before application.
Pool chemicals FAQs
What pool chemicals do I need for regular maintenance?
Most pools need a sanitizer, balancing chemicals, and occasional corrective treatment products depending on water condition and season.
Which pool chemicals help with green pool water?
Green pool treatment commonly involves shock treatment, algae control products, filtration support, and water balance correction based on test results.
Are all pool chemical brands used for the same purpose?
Not exactly. Brands may offer overlapping product types, but the correct choice depends on the treatment purpose, product formulation, dosage guidance, and compatibility.
Why is water testing important before adding pool chemicals?
Water testing helps identify whether the issue is related to sanitizer levels, pH, alkalinity, algae, or water clarity so the correct treatment can be selected.
Do you deliver pool chemicals outside your service area?
We only supply customers within Gauteng suburbs and within 80km of Boksburg. We do not imply nationwide delivery.