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HTH 52036 Swimming Pool Care Shock Advanced, Swimming Pool Chemical, Cal Hypo Formula
Product Highlights:
- 6-pack of 1lb cal hypo shock treatment
- Restores pool clarity and kills algae/bacteria
- Reduces chlorine odor and irritation
- Fast dissolving formula works in 24 hours
- For all pool types, including vinyl and saltwater
Pros:
- Powerful multifunctional shock treatment
- Quickly clears cloudy water and controls algae
- Cal hypo formula won’t add stabilizer/CYA
- Convenient pre-measured 1lb packages
- From a leading brand in pool care
Cons:
- It can be harsh on some pool surfaces
- Powder form makes measuring tricky
- May need to pre-dissolve before adding
Customer Feedback:
- Dramatically improves cloudy pool water
- Seems to work better than a generic shock
- Dissolves and distributes nicely
- It may cause plaster etching over time
Bottom Line:
HTH 52036 Shock provides a fast-acting and effective weekly shock treatment to tackle various pool water issues. The cal hypo formula packs a punch without adding CYA. It’s easy to use with the pre-measured pouches, though the powder can be messy. Overall, a quality shock product from a major swimming pool brand.