Maintenance Guides / Pool & Hot Tub

Brush pool walls and floor

Difficulty: easyTime: 20 mins

Why it matters

Algae adheres to dead spots and wall crevices; regular brushing prevents algae blooms and reduces chemical demand. Tile-line scale stains are harder to remove if allowed to harden.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Attach pool brush head to telescoping pole, if not already connected.

  • 2

    Begin at shallow end; use firm circular scrubbing motions on floor.

  • 3

    Work across walls in horizontal strokes, overlapping each pass.

  • 4

    Pay extra attention to shaded areas, corners, and steps where algae grows.

  • 5

    Scrub the tile line thoroughly to remove scale and algae film.

  • 6

    Brush entire pool twice weekly during peak season for best results.