Poolife® Intensive Stain Prevention®
Product Overview
A proven choice for homeowners filling with well water or managing high mineral content that threatens to discolor pool surfaces.
This 1 QT (946 mL) bottle of Poolife® Intensive Stain Prevention® utilizes a concentrated sequestering agent to bind metals like iron and copper before they can oxidize. Intensive Stain Prevention provides reliable protection for all pool surfaces, including vinyl and fiberglass, by keeping minerals in solution even during high pH spikes. In hard water regions like the Southwest, this is the standard specification for preventing 'white line' scale at the tile mark.
Benefits & What Makes It Different
Metal Sequestration
Effectively binds iron, copper, and manganese to prevent the brown and green staining often seen after adding chlorine to well water.
Scale Inhibition
Controls calcium buildup on salt cells and heat exchangers, extending the life of expensive equipment in hard water regions.
Surface Protection
Safe for plaster, fiberglass, and vinyl liners, ensuring that mineral deposits don't create rough textures or permanent discoloration.
Product Details
Phosphonic Acid Derivatives (HEDP)
Initial: 1 QT (946 mL) per 10,000 gallons; Maintenance: 2-4 fl oz per 10,000 gallons weekly.
Compatibility
- Compatible with chlorine, bromine, salt, and ozone systems
- Do not mix directly with other chemicals in the same container
- Safe for all pool surface types
When To Use This
Pro Tip
If you are shocking your pool and notice the water turning a translucent green or brown, it's a metal reaction—adding 1 QT (946 mL) of this sequestering agent immediately can often pull those metals back into solution before they settle on the floor.
Common Questions & Instructions
How much Poolife Intensive Stain Prevention do I need for a new fill?
For a fresh fill with known metal content, we recommend an initial dose of 1 QT (946 mL) per 10,000 gallons of water to establish a protective baseline.
Can I swim immediately after adding this stain preventer?
While the product is compatible with all sanitizers, we suggest waiting at least 15 minutes for the product to circulate through the filtration system before entering the water.
Does this product remove existing stains or just prevent them?
This formula is primarily a preventative sequestering agent; while it can help lighten fresh deposits, set-in stains may require a localized ascorbic acid treatment.
Delivered today to your DFW neighborhood
Order this item by 2 PM Central on a weekday, and we'll have it on your driveway by evening. Same-day delivery is FREE to every ZIP in our DFW coverage area — no minimum — or it's free with our weekly service plan.
