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The differences in pool filter media
Evaluating the best filter media for your pool can often be confusing. A filter that works well will keep your pool free from debris, algae and keep your water crystal clear. Traditionally sand has been used by many pool owners for their filtration systems and previous to that Diatomaceous Earth. Sand filtration strains the water to filter out impurities as the particles cling to the cracks of sand. Combined with the gaps between each grain this allows the particles to be trapped. Unfortunately over time these impurities eventually clog up the sand and need to be cleared every 6-8 weeks...