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Hy-Clor 1L Super Algaecide $7.89 (Was $33.40) + Delivery ($0 with OnePass/C&C/in-Store) @ Bunnings

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Price beat upcoming Aldi sale. Several other pool items on sale at Bunnings:
https://pricehipster.com/?includeUnsafe=true&q=hy-clor&sortD…

Concentrated, fast acting algaecide ideal for added protection against very stubborn algae blooms common in long hot summers. Designed for use with more substantial algae problems or high-risk areas, where greater protection is required. Super Algaecide is designed to eliminate resistant algae strains.

Also price drops on:
Hy-Clor 2kg Soft Pack Stabiliser $10.46 was $25.00
https://www.bunnings.com.au/hy-clor-2kg-soft-pack-stabiliser…
Hy-Clor 1L Water Clarifier - 1L $ 7.89 was $13.90
https://www.bunnings.com.au/hy-clor-1l-water-clarifier-1l_p3…

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  • +1

    Goes to show the mark up on prices of items, imagine if we knew the full story. what a scam!

    • But I found these, even before discounts, already cheaper than the chenicals in various pool shops.

    • -1

      what a scam!

      Then why did you upvote this deal?

      • -2

        I like bananas

      • Full price is a scam. Discounted price is not.

    • I buy all my chemicals from Pool and Spa Warehouse and usually when they're 10% off. They're way cheaper, for example I get 2.5L of phosphate remover for $45, and Bunnings sell their 1L for $40.

  • +1

    Is there a full list of pool products sale?

  • +8

    Don't forget alkalinity increaser Is just bicarb soda so buy it from the supermarket, not the pool shop

    • +5

      I posted this on the bunnings website as a review, it got thumbs downed into oblivion and is no longer even showing on the website as a review. Either bunnings have staff down voting reviews that give you cheaper / better options or people are just really stupid and can't think for themselves. And obviously removed by bunnings because they can't have people realising they can get the same product significantly cheaper elsewhere.

      • Well here is another - Copper sulphate - best algicide you can get and half a cup in the filter will guarantee no blackspot. Used for potable water and farm tanks and troughs. Cheap at around $15/ kg and that will last years

        • This is very toxic for aquatic life so please only use it for your pool and not for general purpose cleaning.

        • Will create sulfuric acid when mixed with water which in turn will rust metal it comes in contact with.

        • I’m ended up with too much copper in my pool after many years of using copper based Algacide. Had to get it professionally fixed. Floors and walls went black. Not algae style black.

    • +3

      actually i found amazon was even cheaper than the supermarket for bicarb and you get free delivery with prime too.

      • good to know, i have a month of prime as it was the same price as delivery on an item.

        • +1
          • @edrift: Even cheaper at Costco for the Arm&Hammer brand which is also food safe

            • @knasty: If you’re paying more than about $65 for 25kg, then you’re paying too much. Search for bi carb at Chemical supplies, or feed stores. In Brisbane, I get 25kg for $58 delivered from Viva Blu. Search comments on the recent Aldi pool chem post for more inf in other states.

              • @MattyD: So how do you use bicarb soda in a pool? Same amounts as this?

                • +1

                  @costas60: It is used to control alkalinity. Pool supplies brand bi carb as “buffer” so they can inflate the cost ludicrously. It’s called buffer because correct alkalinity levels reduce fluctuations in ph, which optimises chlorine’s effectiveness as a sanitizer. Somebody below mentioned troublefreepool.com, which is a great site to start to learn about your pool chemistry in a no-nonsense way.

    • +2

      As a new pool owner, I appreciate tips like this. Do you have any other helpful advice to save money running a pool?

      • Id love to know too!
        How do I know if my area will be high risk algae blooming or not? Is this product something everyone will use on long hot summers regardless of location?🤔

      • Do you have variable speed pump? Huge saving vs single speed

        • +1

          Very expensive to buy though right? What's the payback period? I'm thinking of using the money to go solar instead

          • @Punkboy: I did some calculations on this when buying a pump years ago and because you actually run the variable speed pump for longer each night the savings weren't quite as much as they are made out to be. At the time, it actually took more than the expected life of the pump to pay back the purchase difference, in power costs. So I went with the single speed, and reduced the time the pump runs each day and it's worked out great. Note: this may also because at the time the variable speed pumps were exclusive to Pool Shops and could not be advertsied or sold online, not sure if that's the case now (jacked the prices on variable speed up a lot, things may be different on that now so I suggest doing some of your own calculations on this). I also went the Solar, but it was back when QLD was offering a big feed in tarrif, so I run the pump at night on the cheaper power and put the solar on the grid (just cleared it with the niehgbour first for noise, but they also got the solar tarrif and thought it was a great idea and ran theirs at the same time).

          • +2

            @Punkboy: For me variable pump has less than 2 year payback period. Running pump on a low speed for longer is far more efficient as friction losses increase at an exponential rate ie. Doubling the pump power only increases flow by 50%.

            • +1

              @knasty: Also being able to vacuum the small particles from the floor without having to fill the top up the pool water for an hour after 5 minutes of vacuuming is a major plus for me. Being able to control the RPM I can set the motor power just enough to be able to vacuum the gunk and leaves from the floor to waste with only the hose filling up the pool.

        • How so? Could you explain please?

      • +3

        Biggest tip - Get a dark cover and use it.

      • There's a website devoted to having a Trouble Free Pool that has heaps of good info and forums that I've found extremely helpful as a new pool owner

        Edit: it's also run as a NFP

        • Could you please share what website this is please @funnymoney

      • -1

        @PriceSensitive Find a good pool shop that isn't only interested in always selling you their products. Buy good quality salt, not the bunnings rubbish.

        • lol neg vote, must be from someone clueless on pool maintenance or one of those shit pool shops who try and sign you up to expensive weekly pool service visits the minute you walk through the door.

    • +1

      A good tip for pool chemicals for household use is for calcium hardness increaser to be used as refills for damprid. It’s the same ingredient and much cheaper.

      • +1

        Here's another tip to use instead of paying for both damp rid and calcium hardness increaser, purchase these once and use them forever, when required simply regenerate in your kitchen oven.

        Purchased a couple of the medium sized boxes in 2012 and they are still going strong.

        https://www.silicagel.com.au/hydrosorbent-dehumidifiers

      • Do you mean calcium carbonate crystals can be used as a moisture absorber (like in damp rid)?

      • Also Cat litter comes in Silica crystal form, you can buy big bags for relatively low price. dump a bunch in a milo tin with a few holes punched in it and bobs your nanna. turf the tin in the oven to recharge.

    • -1

      Still cheaper to buy pool sized bags once you factor in price per kg.

      • Only at this discounted price if comparing to bicarb from Woolies. At normal price Woolies price per kg is less. There are options elsewhere that are still better than this discounted price.

      • I buy from costco. I think they are close to 7kg and costed me around $13. This was few years ago, I bought it in bulk. I think they are closer to $18 these days, but still cheaper than the pool shop.

  • +13

    Nice price. Can be used to kill lichen on roof tiles and pavements as well.

    • Good to know!

    • +5

      Interesting, reading through the finer detail of this stuff and roof cleaning

      Key ingredient is Benzalkonium Chloride

      The roof cleaner for the brand "30 seconds" has the same stuff in it, and the 5 litre container has up to 10% in it, priced at around $50 for 5 litres, or $10/litre

      This 1 litre bottle has 40% Benzalkonium Chloride in it, around $8/litre, mixed to a similar strength, around $2/litre

      That is a great tip

      • +2

        Yep. That's what I found when reading around on killing lichen for my pavements. There's a thread on whirlpool where users played around with ratios and also added washing soda which is used in bio-shield and cost $126 for 5L concentrate!

        https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/2636641

        • +1

          I read a long time ago, that mixing 1 or 2 parts vinegar to 10 parts water,
          and spraying this solution on lichen, can be an organic way to prevent them happening.

          I haven't tried this though.

          • +1

            @whyisave: The problem with vinegar is the ph level. If you use the vinegar mix, it might damage the coating on the tiles or corrode anything metal, like roof gutters. Whereas Benzalkonium Chloride is ph neutral.

        • Do you reckon this algaecide would also work on weeds growing through pebbles?

          • +1

            @Nominal: Haven't tried it on weed, but in link the I posted, gnooman used borax which seems to work.

            • @smog: Borax, who'd have thought, will work my through the link, thanks.

              • +1

                @Nominal: Boron/borax is a fertiliser. You must apply it at very high concentrations to make it kill weeds (and everything else). It must be a coincidence.

                • @bio: That's good info to know, thanks.

          • +1

            @Nominal: It works.

          • +1

            @Nominal: No. Glysophate works on weeds, Benzalkonium Chloride works on fungi. Different species.

      • +1

        Yes, just dont expect it to work instantly. I sprayed this stuff on my roof and it took 6 months for it to slowly work.

    • +1

      Do you mind sharing how much water to mix with this Algaecide?any thanks

      • +3

        A swimming pools worth, and stir with a big spoon.(wooden)

        • +1

          Thanks, i was asking how to mix when clean the driveway and roof tile

        • +1

          Do you get your wooden spoons from Balmain?

      • +1

        Maybe around a 1 to 20 ratio. The other products which has 1/4 the concentration calls for a 1 to 5 ratio.

      • +1

        I use a strong solution. You dont want to do it again for a while.

        It can work well, i have used these types of compounds for 20yrs in my roofs.

        But do take care, the sprayed tiles gets pretty slippery. And it takes 6 months.

        Apparently you can also use copper strips for a similar effect.

        The below is 1 in 4.
        https://www.bunnings.com.au/30-seconds-5l-roof-treatment-con…

        • Sodium Percarbonate works very well on roof tiles.
          The H2O2 in it is very effective at removing lichen, algae, mold etc AND safe on plants, gutters etc.

    • I don't know about the swimming pool stuff but if you want to have chemical warfare with the algae and lichens on the roof and keep the solar panel spot free I recommend the below as it is 500g/L concentrated form for $80, if the current Bunnings deal out of stock.

      https://www.windowcleaningworld.com/benzalkonium-chloride-50…

  • -3

    Can I use this as lube? Asking for a friend…

    • Everything can be used as lube if you’re brave enough.

  • The 2kg ph buffer / bicarb soda might be discounted too. Is now slightly cheaper than getting it from woollies and more convenient packaging.

    https://www.bunnings.com.au/hy-clor-2kg-alkalinity-increaser…

  • +1

    Making all their money on Chlorine - gone up 80% in 4 years!

    • Run chlorinator more often lot cheaper than buying it! Also buy a pool cover. Keeps the sun from breaking down the chlorine and stops evaporation and keeps the temp up

      • We found with the amount of rain we get over the summer we were spending more on salt than chlorine tablets. Switched back to chlorine tablets when we had the pool salt shortage a few years back and never went back.

        Either way the pool cover is a huge saviour

        • any recommendations on where to source a pool cover?

          • +2

            @SevenSmurfs: eBay has lots at reasonable prices. Just need a silver or blue bubble one that is the right size for your pool. Note you can cut them with scissors to fit the shape of your pool. Also worthwhile buying a roller as well which makes removing and storing the cover a bit easier and neater.
            Eg https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/383738500237?_skw=pool+cover

            • @L45er: I can't even imagine trying to use a cover without a roller!

          • +1

            @SevenSmurfs: If you buy a pool cover make sure you buy the roller as well - and always put the cover on when you roll it up.

            If you enjoy the odd spontaneous dip you're gonna love having to retract the pool cover everytime first and managing the leaves that the cover drops into the pool when you wind it up.

            Not saying pool covers are necessarily bad, just that they come with downsides which isn't often talked about.

            **edit: If you are cutting a cover to fit your pool, cut it a little bigger than you need now as the covers do shrink.

  • +1

    Would it helps cleaning driveway too?

    • +1

      Works well in cleaning driveway. It's the same ingredient in those other spray product like 30 seconds, wet and forget and bio-shield and much cheaper.

      https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/2636641

    • It's not instant cleaning, it takes weeks to do it's job. A stiff brush will work instantly.

  • Literally just bought some at the pool shop…

  • +4

    Have a look at using troublefreepool. I dont use any of these algae chemicals using that model. Buy test kit from clear choice labs

    • Yep just need to keep your pool balanced well and slam it once in a while to kill any algae growth.

      Are the clear choice tests kits worth the expense? $200 is a lot for the initial outlay and then buying the expired chemicals every year. I just use a cheap basic test kit which does a decent job but can't test for high chlorine when I need to slam the pool.

      • +1

        I have used the Trouble Free approach and I think it works. You need to know what's going on with accurate tests before you can do anything about it. Otherwise you're just guessing. I have spent far less on chemicals than I have on the test kit. It has stopped me buying chemicals I just don't need.

        These tests are worth it, night and day compared to the other options that seem easier and cheaper.

      • +2

        Pure TFP means you should almost never have to slam. In 5 years I have slammed twice. I use the kit including the magnetic stirrer and can get the balance bang on which means the only time i need a rebalance is when there are major summer storms or weeks of evaporation amd i have to top up. I still use a cheap ph kit from ozbargain as its easier to read (no strips)

  • Anyone else get their delivery order cancelled?

  • +1

    2kg Stabiliser was $7.98 at Bunnings 3 yrs ago. They don't stock this cheaper brand any more.

    • I remember the good ol days. Still think about that every season 😂

  • How much does it cost to run a swimming pool? We are thinking of getting one. We live in a leafy Sydney suburb which drops a garbage bag worth of leaves every week or 2 in our backyard.

    • That is a piece of string question. Say $50-100 per month in electricity and $50-$100 per month in chemicals. If you have solar panels electricity likely free. And there is the pool itself. Say $50K spread over 20 years incl interest, say another $300 - $400, all up not a lot of change from $500 per month

      • Appreciate the break down. That's pretty a substantial cost / commitment. Financially, Uber rides to the beach and back during the warmer months might be the cheaper alternative!

      • That's much too high. I generally put about every week in summer and a50 dollar bottle lasts me over a year. Add in a few stabiliser packs $50/yr. So 100 a year in chemicals

  • +2

    Don't use this in your pool, use Trouble Free Pool to maintain your levels.

    Use this on your pavers and anything else with moss or mold. There is a thread on Whirlpool with a custom concoction formula that really works.

  • +1

    For buffer, you can buy a 25kg bag a sodium bicarbonate in Sydney for around $40, I get mine from a stock supply, farmers use it for livestock digestion.
    In QLD it's as low as $29 https://www.ovedshorseandpetstore.com.au/io-sodium-bicarbona…

    Much cheaper than getting it from pool shops, it's the same product.

  • Ordered for click and collect and like many items….phone call a few mins later. No stock of Algacide. Shitty systems.

    • Check stock online with this nrby.in

      • How come Bunnings don't know their own stock levels?

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