Brushing a pool is one of the most important alfresco pool maintenance activities that many pool owners neglect. While a robot pool cleaner can do most of the job for you, brushing the pool’s surfaces is a key step in keeping algae, stains, and poor water quality at bay. But what happens if we skip brushing a pool? We will look at the dry consequences and the solution through a robot pool cleaner, pool vacuum, and skimmer to have a sparkling clean pool.
Why it is essential to brush your pool
Brushing will remove dirt, algae, and calcium that build up on the pool walls and floor over time. Even if you own a robot pool cleaner or a pool vacuum, brushing loosens and makes it easy to remove stubborn debris and microscopic algae.
The Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra is a robot pool cleaner that scrubs and vacuums the floor and walls of pools, but manually brushing, using a pole or pool brush, maintains surface integrity and improves cleanliness. It can lead to multiple problems if you do not brush regularly.
If Not to Brush a Pool: How to Get Back to Use.
Algae Growth
Unbrushed pools are perfect breeding grounds for algae. Algae can adhere to the walls and floor without brushing to form slimy patches. If not physically removed, the algae can remain even when the pool is shocked.
A pool vacuum for algae can help pick up dead algae after being shocked, but brushing stops algae from getting a hold.
A robotic pool cleaner like the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Pro can pick up algae from both the floor and walls, but it’s most effective when the pool surface is brushed first.
Staining and Discoloration
Intact deposits of minerals, dirt, and organic matter will stain if not flushed. These difficult stains build up over time and can require an acid wash to remove them.
You may have to learn to acid wash a pool to regain the surface if stains form.
Flossing regularly prevents those deposits from hardening and leading to permanent damage.
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When debris and algae settle on the pool floor and walls, it disrupts the water pumping and filtration process. This results in cloudy water and an excess burden on the pool pump and filter.
While a robotic pool cleaner such as the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra can improve circulation by picking up debris, brushing ensures particles don’t have a chance to stick to the walls or floor.
A skimmer also helps circulate the water, pulling floating debris out before it sinks.
Increased Chemical Usage
If dirt and algae build up, add more chlorine and shock treatment to keep the water balanced. This will raise the upkeep cost and may make the pool water harsh on the skin and eyes.
This, along with the fact that a robotic pool cleaner makes a pool considerably more straightforward to maintain, also means less need for excessive chemicals.
If your chemical balance gets out of whack, you may need to at least do some sort of water exchange—whether that means draining an inground pool without a pump to re-establish its quality.
Shortened Pool Lifespan
The concrete of unbrushed pools is more prone to surface damage and cracks. Over time, dirt and algae can cause plaster and tile to break down, resulting in expensive repairs.
Regular brushing — in combination with routine cleaning from a robot pool cleaner — prolongs the life of a pool’s surface.
A tiny robotic wall climbing pool cleaner such as the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Pro even helps to move up the pool walls, although brushing the pool is still mandatory for loosening stubborn dirt.
How Robot Pool Cleaners Can Help You.
✅ Deep Cleaning
A good-quality robot pool cleaner, such as the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Pro, scrubs the pool floor, walls, and waterline. Its smart mapping technology covers the entire pool.
✅ Efficient Debris Removal
The Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra has strong suction and fine filtration to capture dirt, leaves, and algae. After brushing loosens the debris, the robotic cleaner can take over.
✅ Algae Control
Though a robot pool cleaner may gather dead algae, lucky algae never attach to the pool surface—thanks to brushing. In cases of severe algae growth, you might need to shock the pool and then vacuum the debris out.
Pool Maintenance Best Practices
Brush the Pool Weekly
At least weekly, brush your walls, floor, and waterline using a pool brush.
Be especially careful of corners, steps, nooks, and crannies you would otherwise not clean.
Run A Robotic Pool Cleaner Regularly
To ensure clean floors and walls in your pool, robot pool cleaners such as the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Pro should be run 2-3 times a week.
We recommend running the cleaner more often after significant rain or heavy use.
Remove Floating Debris With a Skimmer
A skimmer captures leaves, bugs, and other debris before they reach the bottom.
Maintaining a clean surface alleviates strain on the pool filter and enhances water clarity.
Monitor Water Chemistry
Maintain a pH between 7.2 and 7.6.
Keep the chlorine levels in check to stop algae and bacteria from growing.
Surprise and Suck When You Must
If the water is cloudy or algae has begun to form, shock-treat the pool.
Make sure to vacuum the pool to remove dead algae and debris.
Pool cleaning after shocking — a Maytronics pool cleaner or vacuum cleaner for the pool.
Can’t Live Without Your Robot Pool Cleaner?
No, brushing won’t be eliminated completely, even with the most effective robotic pool cleaner. Brushing loosens dirt, algae, and calcium deposits from the pool’s walls and floor so a robotic cleaner can pick them up more easily.
A wall-climbing pool cleaner, like the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Pro, will scrub most of the pool’s surface, but manual brushing ensures no area is left uncleaned.
If you ever find your pool with tough stains, you might want to learn how to acid wash a pool to restore the surface of your pool.
What About Pool Booster Pumps?
A pool booster pump provides added pressure for pressure-side cleaners, but the Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra with robotic pool control is independent and does not require a booster pump.
Conclusion
Neglect of brushing would be attributed to algae proliferation, staining, circulation deficiency, and, in turn, increased maintenance costs. While a robot pool cleaner, such as Beatbot AquaSense 2 Ultra and Beatbot AquaSense 2 Pro, can do most of the cleaning work, brushing is crucial to loosen dirt and prevent surface damage. Combining regular brushing and robotic cleaning, skimming, and a proper chemical balance will ensure your pool is sparkling clean and will last into the future.
