{"product_id":"zodiac-alkalinity-up-10kg","title":"Zodiac Alkalinity Up 10kg – Pool Total Alkalinity Buffer","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaise Pool Total Alkalinity and Help Stabilise pH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZodiac Alkalinity Up 10kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a pool alkalinity increaser designed to raise low total alkalinity and help maintain more stable pH levels. Also known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epool buffer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it strengthens the water’s ability to resist sudden pH changes, making it a useful part of your regular pool water-balancing routine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sodium bicarbonate formula helps correct low alkalinity identified through water testing. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10kg box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides a practical supply for ongoing swimming pool maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Total Alkalinity Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal alkalinity measures your pool water’s ability to resist changes in pH. When alkalinity is too low, pH can fluctuate more easily following chemical additions and changes in pool conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZodiac Alkalinity Up increases the bicarbonate level in the water, helping create a more effective buffer. Maintaining the correct balance supports consistent water conditions and makes pH management easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough total alkalinity and pH are related, they are separate measurements. Test both to determine the treatment your pool needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaises total alkalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helps correct low alkalinity readings in swimming pool water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps stabilise pool pH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Improves the water’s buffering capacity to reduce sudden fluctuations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSodium bicarbonate formula:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Contains 1000g\/kg sodium bicarbonate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10kg box:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A convenient size for regular pool maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePool water-balancing essential:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use when testing indicates that total alkalinity needs increasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen to Use Zodiac Alkalinity Up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epool total alkalinity buffer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when a water test shows that alkalinity is below the recommended range for your pool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amount required depends on your pool’s volume, current alkalinity reading and target level. Always calculate your treatment from test results and follow the instructions on the product packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-spread=\"false\" start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTest your pool water’s total alkalinity and pH.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfirm your pool’s water volume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalculate the required quantity using the product label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply according to the packaging instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow the product to circulate as directed, then retest before making further adjustments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the product label for application, handling and storage. Do not mix pool chemicals together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZodiac\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlkalinity Up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePack size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10kg box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal alkalinity increaser \/ pool buffer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActive constituent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1000g\/kg sodium bicarbonate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain function\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaises total alkalinity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional benefit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps stabilise pool pH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwimming pool water balancing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Zodiac Alkalinity Up the same as pool buffer?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Alkalinity Up is commonly called pool buffer because it raises total alkalinity and helps the water resist sudden pH changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs alkalinity increaser the same as pH increaser?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey serve different purposes. Zodiac Alkalinity Up primarily raises total alkalinity. Choose your treatment based on separate alkalinity and pH test results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much should I add?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe correct amount depends on your pool volume and how much the alkalinity needs to increase. Follow the dosage instructions on the box and retest after treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it replace chlorine or sanitiser?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Alkalinity Up balances the water’s alkalinity. Continue your normal sanitising, filtration and water-testing routine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy from My Online Pool Shop?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpert advice on pool chemicals and water balancing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast dispatch Australia-wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrusted pool equipment specialists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop Zodiac Alkalinity Up 10kg for your pool water-balancing routine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zodiac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68079354970333,"sku":"WC000418","price":69.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8131\/0429\/files\/Zodiac_Alkalinity_Up_10kg_Pool_Total_Alkalinity_Buffer.jpg?v=1791782785","url":"https:\/\/myonlinepoolshop.com.au\/products\/zodiac-alkalinity-up-10kg","provider":"My Online Pool Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}