- How much do I add to my DE filter?
- Follow your filter maker's charge, usually given on the tank label. A 6 lb bag covers many mid-size filters; add through the skimmer slowly so it coats the grids.
- Will it work in any DE filter?
- Yes, it is made for standard diatomaceous earth filters, including grid and finger designs. Check your filter's recommended charge weight rather than the box size.
- Is it safe around pets and kids?
- The DE is non-toxic, but the dust irritates lungs. Keep pets away while you pour and let the filter run before swimming.
- How often do I need to recharge?
- After each backwash, and whenever the pressure gauge rises about 8 to 10 psi over the clean reading. A 24 lb box covers several recharges.
- Does it filter better than sand?
- DE traps much finer particles than sand, so water usually looks clearer. The trade-off is more frequent recharging and backwashing.
- Where is the Buckmans DEB24 D.E. Filter Powder, 24 lb Box (4 x 6 lb Bags) cheapest?
- At Swimming Pool Supply USA, for $55.36, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Buckmans DEB24 D.E. Filter Powder, 24 lb Box (4 x 6 lb Bags)?
- Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 49 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Buckmans DEB24 D.E. Filter Powder, 24 lb Box (4 x 6 lb Bags)?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Pool Plaza, Swimming Pool Supply USA.