07/27/2026
πΌ Is that yellow dust in your pool... or is it algae? Don't waste money on chemicals until you know the difference!
Here's a quick test:
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Scoop some of the yellow dust into your hand.
β’ If it blows away easily and your water is still crystal clear, it's probably pollen.
β’ If it sticks to the walls, feels slippery, or keeps returning in the same spots, it could be mustard algae.
Many Florida pool owners mistake spring pollen for algae and end up shocking their pool when they don't need to.
Learn how to tell the difference before you spend money on unnecessary chemicals.
Have you ever mistaken pollen for algae? Tell us in the comments! π
π Read our latest blog: https://michaelspoolserviceinc.net/pool-learning-center/f/florida-pool-pollen-or-algae