Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions below are some of the most common questions we receive about our products.  Please feel free to call us if you would like further information.

No.  All of our treatments work with the water still in the pool.  There is no draining, even after all the stains have gone. 

For most standard-sized pools, our kits are $245.00, including GST and delivery.  For larger pools, more treatment is required, which will cost more, depending on the size of your pool. 

We have a reviews page on our website and also 100’s of reviews on our Facebook page. and on Google.  These reviews cannot be deleted or edited by us. Many of our clients post before and after images of their own pool in these reviews.  

There are 3 main reasons why it is not sold in most pool shops:

  1. Almost all pool shops and franchises sign exclusive product supply agreements with their chemical suppliers to get bigger discounts.  This means that they agree to only stock and sell the products that come from their distributor.  This is why all the products at the pool shop carry the same brand.
  2. If we did sell through pool shops, then the product cost would be more than double because the pool shop (and the distributors/wholesalers) all add their profit margins onto the price you pay.
  3. There is great money to be made for pool shops that suggest acid washing because they make $400 -$800 profit on the acid wash, and they also get to sell you all the start-up chemicals you need when the pool is filled back up.  Why would they suggest us and lose all that money?

You can safely use the pool again after 7 days. Even though our products are safe for swimmers, during the first 7 days, the treatment is working hard to break down the stains.  It is best to stay out of the water during this time as the low pH may be uncomfortable for some swimmers.

At our Strathfield, NSW manufacturing facility, we blend seven active ingredients to create our powerful stain remover. Most pool shop stain removers rely on a single, weak organic acids like citric acid, to remove stains.  Our unique, broad spectrum blend is significantly stronger and works on up to 14 different types of stains. We tackle a broader range of stains, which is why almost all of our clients see great results.  In 2025, 74% of our clients had ALREADY TRIED a retail stain remover before using our product.

The products work on almost every pool surface type (except small inflatable kids’ pools).  It is effective on Pebble Pools, Glass Pebble pools, Quartzon, Beadcrete, Marblesheen, Vinyl Liners, Fibreglass Pools, Expoxy Pools, Tiled Pools, Fluoropolymer Coated Pools, Painted Pools, and Natural Stone Surfaces. We have treated 20,000 pools since 2013.  

We sold our first range of products back in April, 2013 and since then have treated over 20,000 pools all over Australia.  We have since expanded to the United States and Canada.  We have continued to evolve since then as improved chemical technologies have entered the stain removal market.  We are also proud members of SPASA swimming pool association for your peace of mind.

While we recommend keeping pets away from the pool for the first seven days, we’ve had many clients tell us that their pets drank or swam in the treated water right away with no problems. In fact, out of more than 200 clients who have done this, their pets have remained healthy.

We can still help you because we send our kits all over Australia.  In fact, did you know that 94% of our clients use the DIY kit?  In fact, most of our clients use the DIY kit even in areas where we have technicians.  This is because it’s easy to do and comes with easy-to-follow instructions and a video showing you exactly what to do and when.

What Our Customers Say About Us

LaQuinta Dudly
LaQuinta Dudly
★★★★★
I recommend this product, it has removed the stains and the pool looks like new again! Wade has been the best in helping!! Very Happy! 🙂.
Lisa Cavallero
Lisa Cavallero
★★★★★
We had some bad staining on our pool and I had trouble finding a company who wanted to help. I came across this company and it was a blessing! The product is amazing and literally worked overnight. Wade was super helpful and convinced us to give it a try and we are so glad we did. We were skeptical to say the least but it really works if you follow their instructions. Thank you Wade and company!!
Ian Cox
Ian Cox
★★★★★
I thought my pool was done for. Calcium took over. I search all over for a company that could help. I found one. If you have calcium buildup in your pool order this product it’s simple to use easy to follow instructions and fast delivery. You won’t be disappointed. My fibreglass pool looks new again.
Bill Smyth
Bill Smyth
★★★★★
I had copper stains in my pool for about 6 months. After spending hundreds of dollars on non-performing products purchased on bad advice of local pool stores, I found The Pool Stain Removers with an internet search. Their treatment sounded too good to be true. It turns out, it wasn’t too good to be true. It was awesome! I find myself going outside several times a day just to gaze at my like-new pool. I am so pleased. Thank you Wade!.
Dan Diggins
Dan Diggins
★★★★★
After multiple attempts to remove brown/green stains on sides of in ground pebble pool, I was resigned to the fact a new pool surface was necessary. The Pool Stain Removers came through with a self applied chemical treatment that removed stains within 5 days! Process requires a little attention for a few days and is not labor intensive. For those of you dealing with pool stains, please contact Wade and he will solve your issues. This is my first recommendation ever on Facebook. Please give then a try.
Ross Roblin
Ross Roblin
★★★★★
I wish I had some before and after photos to share, but I don't. This product worked fantastic! We have an inground pool and had used copper based algaecide which combined with shock left mottled blue stains and some darker stains all over the plaster surface. It looked terrible. We tried everything and I had resigned myself to the possibility of draining the pool and acid washing. Then my wife found this online and we decided to give it a shot. After about two weeks, the surface looked as good as new. In addition to the product being very effective, the support I received was first rate as well. Hopefully I won't mess the pool up again, but if I do, I know where to go for help!
Greg H
Greg H
★★★★★
After owning our property for 20 years i was skeptical as to whether these products would work. I cant believe the difference and my pool has never looked so good. Would highly recommend The Pool Stain Removers
DCH53
DCH53
★★★★★
Our pool sides and bottom were stained due to either garden run-off or rotting vegetation after a particularly stormy and wet winter. Not badly but it was plainly obvious. The stain could be removed by vigorous rubbing with a nylon scourer but that obviously wasn't and option for the whole pool. Pool Stain Removers treatment was easy to apply and worked perfectly. Even though the staining wasn't bad, now that it's gone our pool looks pristine, brighter and bluer.
Dr Changelots
Dr Changelots
★★★★★
I rarely review at 5 stars but this product does exactly what it says on the tin. Use it properly and it works wonders. We are ordering again to retreat our heavily used family Pebblecrete pool… nearly 6 years later.
Julie L
Julie L
★★★★★
I can't say enough about this company, product and owner, Wade. After being so discouraged about the unsightly scaling in my pool, I was fortunate to take a chance on Pool Stain Removers. Wade walked me through the whole process and answered numerous questions...he was so kind, patient and knowledgeable. My pool now looks 100% better and I never had to do an acid wash or hot start...just this amazing product! I am so very grateful and highly recommended!
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