{"id":5444,"date":"2026-05-14T18:28:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T18:28:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thompsonpoolsupply.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=5444"},"modified":"2026-05-18T22:34:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T22:34:24","slug":"calcium-increaser-20","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.thompsonpoolsupply.com\/?product=calcium-increaser-20","title":{"rendered":"Calcium Chloride 20 lb Pouch AquaBrite"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><strong>AquaBrite Calcium Hardness Plus<\/strong> (20 lb) is a granular, high-purity calcium chloride formulated to raise low calcium levels in swimming pools. By boosting calcium hardness, it helps protect pool surfaces and equipment from common water balance issues.<\/p>\n<p>Key benefits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Raises calcium hardness to the ideal range of 200\u2013400 ppm, supporting plaster integrity and reducing the risk of corrosion and scaling.<\/li>\n<li>Specifically designed for vinyl, plaster, and fiberglass pools, ensuring compatibility across common shell types.<\/li>\n<li>Granular, high-purity calcium chloride delivers reliable, predictable results for easier maintenance.<\/li>\n<li>20 lb pouch provides a convenient, bulk option for ongoing pool care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why it matters: When calcium levels are too low, metal components and plaster can suffer from corrosion and scaling, leading to costly repairs and shorter pool life. AquaBrite Calcium Hardness Plus helps maintain a robust mineral balance, protecting surfaces and extending the life of your pool equipment.<\/p>\n<p>Who should use it: pool owners seeking to restore or maintain calcium hardness in the 200\u2013400 ppm range, especially in pools with vinyl liners, plaster finishes, or fiberglass shells.<\/p>\n<p>Tip for best results: Pair this product with regular water testing to monitor calcium hardness and keep your pool chemistry in balance. A well-maintained calcium level supports long-term water clarity and surface protection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>AquaBrite Calcium Hardness Plus (20 lb) is a granular, high-purity calcium chloride formulated to raise low calcium levels in swimming pools. By boosting calcium hardness, it helps protect pool surfaces and equipment from common water balance issues. Key benefits: Raises calcium hardness to the ideal range of 200\u2013400 ppm, supporting plaster integrity and reducing the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":5794,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[27],"product_tag":[29],"class_list":["post-5444","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-pool-chemicals","product_tag-calcium-increaser","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thompsonpoolsupply.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/5444","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thompsonpoolsupply.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thompsonpoolsupply.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thompsonpoolsupply.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=5444"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thompsonpoolsupply.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/5794"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thompsonpoolsupply.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=5444"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thompsonpoolsupply.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=5444"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thompsonpoolsupply.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=5444"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thompsonpoolsupply.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=5444"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}