Keeping your pool water clean is a delicate — and often frustrating — balancing act. Too little chlorine, and you could end up with a polluted pool full of bacteria. Too much, and you upset the ...

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CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. Owning your own swimming pool is definitely a luxury.

For many, cooling down in the pool is at the top of their summer to-do list. If you’re fortunate enough to own a swimming pool, then keeping it in tip-top shape can feel like a daunting chore.

When I worked as a lifeguard, there was one chore that we had to complete without question every day – testing the pool water. Beyond keeping the pool clean, this simple test also ensured the water ...

Q: The chemicals to treat my swimming pool water irritate us and are expensive. I thought a no-chemical electric ionization purifier might be better. Do they work well and will my electric bills be ...