Best Products to Balance pH to Buy in October 2025
General Hydroponics pH Control Kit For A Balanced Nutrient Solution
- ACCURATE PH READINGS FOR HEALTHIER HYDROPONIC PLANTS, EVERY TIME!
- COMPLETE KIT INCLUDES PH UP/DOWN LIQUIDS AND TESTING TOOLS.
- TRUSTED BY GROWERS FOR RELIABILITY; SIMPLE, NO METERS NEEDED!
Clorox® Pool&Spa™ Swimming Pool pH Down, Lowers pH, Protects Against Eye and Skin Irritation, 5LB (Pack of 1)
- RESTORES NEUTRAL PH FOR A HEALTHY SWIMMING ENVIRONMENT
- EASY-POUR DESIGN PREVENTS SCALE BUILDUP SAFELY
- PROTECTS EQUIPMENT FROM CORROSION, REDUCING MAINTENANCE TIME
Clorox® Pool&Spa™ Swimming Pool pH Up, Raises pH, Protects Against Eye and Skin Irritation, 4LB (Pack of 1)
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ELEVATE PH LEVELS FOR A BALANCED, HEALTHY SWIMMING ENVIRONMENT.
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ENHANCE SWIMMER COMFORT BY PREVENTING IRRITATION AND DISCOMFORT.
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PROTECT POOL EQUIPMENT FROM CORROSION AND REDUCE MAINTENANCE COSTS.
FOLLOWIN pH Up and Down Control Kit (9oz+9oz), Hydroponics pH Tester Calibration Adjuster Buffer Solution Combo for Soil Gardening Plants Pool A Balanced Nutrient
- PROFESSIONAL PH CONTROL KIT FOR OPTIMAL PLANT GROWTH STABILITY
- VERSATILE USE: IDEAL FOR HYDROPONICS, SOILLESS, AND SOIL GARDENS
- LONG-LASTING SOLUTION: 6-12 MONTHS OF PH BALANCE PER BOTTLE
Love Wellness The Killer | Boric Acid Vaginal Suppositories | Balances pH & Supports Odor Control, a Healthy Vaginal Balance and Environment | Fast-Acting & Fragrance-Free | Gentle & Effective | 14 Ct
- BALANCE PH & YEAST LEVELS FOR OPTIMAL VAGINAL HEALTH-14 SUPPOSITORIES.
- FAST-ACTING BORIC ACID FORMULA: IDEAL AFTER INTIMACY OR PERIODS.
- SAFE, EFFECTIVE INGREDIENTS WITHOUT HARMFUL ADDITIVES OR FRAGRANCES.
AquaDoc pH Increaser for Hot Tub - pH Up for Hot Tub Spa - pH Increaser Hot Tub Chemicals - Balance Your pH Up and Down Levels Effectively - Adjust pH Levels for Hot Tub Maintenance - 16oz
- MAINTAIN IDEAL PH LEVELS FOR A CRYSTAL-CLEAR AND SAFE HOT TUB.
- BOOSTS SANITIZER EFFECTIVENESS AND PREVENTS WATER-RELATED ISSUES.
- QUALITY FORMULA CRAFTED IN THE USA FOR RELIABLE HOT TUB CARE.
CLOROX Pool&Spa 10018CSP Spa PH Up Pool Balancer, 18 oz.
- ELEVATE PH LEVELS FOR A BALANCED, HEALTHY SPA EXPERIENCE.
- PREVENT SKIN IRRITATION AND IMPROVE SWIMMER COMFORT EFFORTLESSLY.
- PROTECT EQUIPMENT FROM CORROSION AND EXTEND YOUR SPA'S LIFESPAN.
Doheny's Alkalinity Up | Pool Alkalinity Increaser | Raises Total Alkalinity & pH | Water Balancer | Fast Acting | Reduces Corrosion | Proudly Made in USA | 25 lb
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AMERICAN-MADE QUALITY: TRUSTED POOL CARE FOR OVER 50 YEARS.
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CONTROL YOUR PH: PROPER ALKALINITY ENSURES OPTIMAL PH BALANCE.
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HEALTHY POOL EXPERIENCE: REDUCES IRRITATION AND PROTECTS SURFACES.
If you notice your fish look like they have a white haze on their skin or that their skin is peeling...test for pH and do an immediate 50% water change before going any further.
Think of pH as the way the water feels against the fish’s skin. A low pH “burns” the skin because it is acidic. High pH “chaps” the skin because it is alkalinic. The ideal pH reading for koi and goldfish is around 7.5 but these fish can tolerate a range between 6.8 - 8.2.
We prefer to use pH strips to test pond water because it not only does it give you the pH level it also indicates whether the water is buffered properly or not. Buffered water means the pH is stable.
pH tests vary a few points at different times of the day. It tends to run higher at night then lower by morning, taking it’s cue from the natural CO2 and Oxygen exchange of the plants in the water. The difference in the pH at different times of the day is called pH swing. When it is more than just a couple of points off it can be dangerous and unpredictable. The object is to stabilize the pH at an acceptable level.
Now think of the pH suddenly falling. It would feel sort of like being dropped into a vat of acid. When the pH suddenly falls to a 6.5 or below it is called a pH crash and is very deadly. Fish subjected to a mild pH crash suffer peeling of the skin, very similar to our sun-burned skin peeling off. We’ve seen cases of the jelly caps of fancy Orandas literally eaten away. Sever crashes can end with complete fish loss. In the case of an emergency a water change is in order or take the pH up quickly. A very clean system with little organics tends to be lower in pH. Bead filters, because of their efficiency, can actually contribute to low pH readings. For readings that tend to stay low, baking soda in small quantities can be used to bring the pH up but you do not want to raise the pH quickly unless it’s an emergency because it can shock the fish. Instead, it’s best to use carefully prescribed products designed to raise the pH over a period of time and hold it at the desired level. We use pH stabilizers with great results. It’s important to know that the stabilizers must be added back whenever water changes are made.
Concrete leaching into the water will cause high pH readings. Newer ponds where stones have been concreted together in a stream or waterfall often see readings close to 10.0. Common household products can be used to bring down the pH. Again, care must be given to bring it down slowly. We’ll be glad to help you determine how much of what product to use for your unique situation. Once it is down you’ll then stabilize it with pH stabilizers.
Aquariums and ponds are not immune to pH swings and crashes. It’s a great idea to test in the morning and in the evening for a week to get an idea of the severity of any swings in the readings. The pH changes in a small container making it impossible for us to properly test your water at our facility. It’s best if you take home the test strips and perform the tests from your pond’s side.
If you find that your pond is subject to pH swings there are some very simple (and not really pricey) things you can do to lower, raise and buffer your water. Testing is the key and stabilizers are the answers.