Zodiac Calcium Up Hardness Increaser 2kg – Pool Chemical
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Calcium Balance for Better Pool Water Care
Zodiac Calcium Up Hardness Increaser increases calcium hardness in swimming pool water to help correct soft or low-mineral water. It is used when calcium hardness needs to be increased as part of pool water balancing.
Low calcium hardness can make pool water more aggressive, especially in concrete, tiled, pebble and plaster pools. Correcting calcium hardness helps support surface care, equipment protection and more stable water for everyday swimming.
Features & Benefits
- Increases calcium hardness: Helps raise calcium levels in soft or low-mineral pool water.
- Helps reduce aggressive water conditions: Supports water balance where low hardness may otherwise draw minerals from pool surfaces and grout.
- Supports surface and equipment care: Correctly balanced calcium hardness helps protect pool surfaces, fittings and equipment.
- Useful after refilling or topping up: Helps correct low hardness after adding fresh water or low-mineral source water.
- Important for mineral-based surfaces: Especially relevant for concrete, tiled, pebble and plaster pools where low hardness can affect the pool surface.
- Helps reduce foaming linked to low hardness: Low calcium hardness can contribute to foaming in pool water.
How to Use
- Test the pool water to confirm the current calcium hardness level.
- Calculate the required dose based on your pool volume and test result.
- Dissolve the required amount of Zodiac Calcium Up in a bucket of pool water.
- With the pump and filter running, apply the dissolved solution to the pool.
- Run the pump and filter for at least 6–8 hours after application.
- Retest the water before adding more product or making further balance adjustments.
Dosage & Coverage
- Calcium Hardness Dose: Add 100g per 10,000 litres of pool water to increase calcium hardness by 10ppm.
- Frequency: Maintain as required based on water test results, source water and pool surface type.
Important Usage Information
- Always test pool water before dosing and follow the product label directions.
- Balance Total Alkalinity and pH before adjusting calcium hardness.
- Do not add Zodiac Calcium Up within 2–4 hours of adding Alkalinity Up or buffer, as this may cause very cloudy water.
- Calcium is more likely to precipitate in warmer water. For larger corrections in warm water, split the dose and retest before adding more.
- Calcium chloride can give off heat when dissolving. Dissolve carefully in a clean bucket of pool water and avoid splashing.
- Wear protective gloves and eye protection when handling this product.
- Do not overdose. High calcium hardness can contribute to cloudy water, scale and calcification.
Maintain calcium hardness at 200–400ppm for concrete pools, or 150–250ppm for fibreglass pools.
A Better Pool Experience Starts with the Right Chemistry
Zodiac pool chemicals support the key parts of everyday water care, from balance and sanitising to algae prevention, clarity, stain control and equipment protection.
Each product has a clear role in helping pool water stay cleaner, more comfortable and easier to manage, so the pool feels ready to enjoy more often.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is calcium hardness adjusted after alkalinity and pH?
Total Alkalinity and pH have a strong effect on overall water balance. Correcting them first helps avoid unnecessary calcium adjustment and reduces the chance of cloudy water or precipitation.
Why should Calcium Up and Alkalinity Up be kept apart?
Calcium hardness increaser and alkalinity increaser can react in a way that causes extreme cloudiness if they are added too close together. Leave at least 2–4 hours between products and keep the pump running.
Why is calcium hardness especially important in concrete pools?
Concrete, tiled, pebble and plaster pools contain mineral-based surfaces. If calcium hardness is too low, the water may become calcium hungry and draw minerals from these surfaces over time.
Can low calcium hardness affect pipework or equipment?
Yes. Low hardness can contribute to aggressive water conditions that may affect pool equipment, fittings and PVC pipework over time. Correct calcium hardness helps support better equipment care.
Why can warm water cause chalky residue when dosing Calcium Up?
Calcium is more likely to come out of solution in warmer water, especially if a large dose is added at once. Splitting larger doses can help reduce the chance of chalky residue or cloudy water.
What happens if I add too much Calcium Up?
Adding too much Calcium Up can raise calcium hardness too far, which may contribute to cloudy water, scale and calcification on pool surfaces and equipment. Always test first and only add the amount required.
Do mineral pools need separate hardness testing?
Yes. Mineral pools can show higher total hardness because magnesium may be included in the reading. Calcium hardness and magnesium hardness should be checked separately so calcium is not over-corrected.
Can calcium hypochlorite chlorine increase calcium hardness?
Yes. Calcium hypochlorite chlorine adds calcium to the water over time. If calcium hardness is already high, this should be considered when choosing sanitiser or shock products.
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| SKU | WC000419 |
|---|---|
| GTIN | 9317545298542 |
| Barcode | WC000419 |
| Brand | Zodiac |
| Model | WC000419 - Calcium Up 2kg Box |
| Product Type | Pool Chemical |
| Shipping Type | Standard |
| Chemical Type | Balancers |
| Chemical Function | Calcium Up |
| Active Constituents | Calcium chloride: 990g/kg |
Shipping
Same-day dispatch applies to orders received by 12.00 pm (AEST) during business days. Orders received after 12.00 pm and on weekends or public holidays will be dispatched on the next business day.
Delivery fees are $19.95 flat-rate per order Australia-wide, no matter how many products are in it. Orders containing bulky items like sand filters, acoustic boxes, heat pumps, pool covers, and pool slides may incur additional fees as they require specialized carriers.
Below are the estimated time to arrival in business days once an order is shipped.
| Destination | Sydney | NSW | VIC | QLD | SA | WA/NT |
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| Business Days | 1 - 2 | 2 - 4 | 2 - 4 | 2 - 4 | 3 - 4 | 5 - 6 |
Rural and remote addresses, where delivery is not provided every day, may take longer.
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