3 Things to Know About Swimming After Adding Baking Soda

Wait 20 to 30 minutes before swimming Baking soda needs time to dissolve and circulate. Running the pump for half an hour prevents undissolved powder from settling on your skin or the pool floor.

Normal doses are safe for swimmers Baking soda raises alkalinity quickly and is not harmful in typical amounts. You do not need to wait 24 hours.

Test the water if you want to be thorough A quick test after the pump runs confirms the alkalinity is balanced. But it is not strictly necessary before swimming.