Foam in a pool is due to the water being “thick.” This thickness creates bubbles. The bubbles are filled with air that can come from your pool circulation system that return the water back into the pool or even the wind outside. Common causes of foam are: Hair care products – shampoo, gel, hairspray, etc.

Will pool foam go away?

The good news is that pool foam is not too difficult to combat, but it can be pretty time consuming. It just depends on what caused the foam in the first place! For example, if it was caused by algaecide or cheap chemicals, it will usually break down on it's own if you just give it a few days.

What is pool defoamer made of?

Add 1 part white vinegar to every 10 parts of water to make the defoamer. For example, a 100-gallon kiddie pool would require 10 gallons of vinegar to work effectively.