Metal stains

Your pool tiles collect more drama than a reality show—hard water stains (chalky white calcium scale), algae removal nightmares (green/black slime), and metal stains (rusty streaks) turning your oasis into a mad scientist’s lab. Most pool tile cleaner attempts backfire: bleach fades grout, vinegar barely touches heavy buildup, and pressure washers blast off glaze. For calcium scale, use a best pool tile cleaner like CLR spray; for algae, scrub with baking soda paste and maintain chlorine. Metal stains vanish with vitamin C rubs, while grout cleaning demands a sealant to block mold. Balance your pH balance (7.4–7.6) to prevent mineral stickiness, and invest in preventive pool care like weekly brushing or a Dolphin Nautilus cleaner for hands-off tile scrubbing. Skip harsh tools—nylon brushes and enzyme cleaners are gentler. Test cleaners in hidden spots first, and if tiles crack, call a pro. The secret? Pool maintenance beats deep-cleaning disasters.