Pool Mate 5-Pounds Premium Alkalinity Increaser for Swimming Pools – 100% Sodium Bicarbonate

Pool Mate 5-Pounds Premium Alkalinity Increaser for Swimming Pools

Meet Pool Mate Premium Alkalinity Increaser, a fine dry powder designed to help keep pool chemistry balanced. Crafted from 100% sodium bicarbonate, it raises total alkalinity to support steady pH and better sanitizer performance. When TA is in a healthy range, your water can feel softer on skin and equipment often runs smoother.

In practice, customers use this product to reduce pH bounce after treatment or heavy usage, while helping to protect plaster, metal components, and vinyl liners from typical wear that comes with imbalances. The powder dissolves quickly, so you can add it with the pump running for even distribution and minimal downtime between tests.

What it is and how it helps

This alkalinity increaser is a straightforward way to raise TA without adding extra detergents, metals, or harsh additives. By increasing alkalinity, you can help stabilize pH and create a more predictable environment for sanitizers to work against contaminants.

Key benefits

• Raises total alkalinity while supporting pH stability
• Helps protect equipment and pool surfaces from corrosion and etching
• Maintains TA within a practical range to reduce testing fluctuations
• Designed to dissolve quickly with simple dosing guidelines

Usage and dosing

To use, start with a trusted TA test kit. If the total alkalinity reads below the desired range, add the product directly to the pool water while the pump is on to promote even mixing. A common starting guideline is that 11 ounces raises TA by about 10 ppm in 5,000 gallons, though exact results depend on your pool type and current balance.

Pool Mate also provides recommended TA targets by pool type to help tailor maintenance. Fiberglass pools typically benefit from 70 to 100 ppm, Marcite, Painted, Tile, or Exposed Aggregate pools from 80 to 120 ppm, and Vinyl pools from 120 to 140 ppm. Use these ranges as a reference and re-test after dosing before any additional adjustments.

Real world use and outcomes

Homeowners note that maintaining TA within these ranges can help the water feel more balanced and respond more predictably to routine chlorine or other sanitizers. The product is a straightforward, bake-soda like option that aligns with standard pool care practices and can fit into a regular maintenance routine.

Safety and quality: Pool Mate uses a straightforward formulation of sodium bicarbonate designed for pool use. Always follow the included dosing table and test results to keep your pool chemistry in check without overcorrecting. Regular testing remains essential for best results.