If draining feels like overkill, chemistry has your back. Products like calcium reducers (often sodium-based) bind to the excess calcium, turning it into a fine precipitate that sinks to the bottom. You then vacuum it out like you’re cleaning up after a very small, mineral-heavy snowstorm.
Pro tip: This method works best for mild to moderate calcium levels. If your water looks like a milkshake, you’re probably better off with the drain-and-refill route. Also, never mix chemicals without reading labels—pool chemistry is a science, not a guessing game. A little patience here saves you from a foamy, cloudy mess.
