Why does my clear spa water turn instantly green when I add Bromine? What's wrong?

Question

Why does my clear spa water turn instantly green when I add Bromine? What's wrong?

Answer 1

Get your water tested.  It sounds like you may have a high iron content.  Do you use well water or city water?  I was a lifeguard many years ago, and we had the same problem one year after filling the pool with water from our well & adding chlorine.  A solution of calcium chloride (ice melt) turned it crystal clear overnight.

Try calling a local spa shop for suggestions specific to your local water.