{"product_id":"scott-aerator-algae-shield","title":"Scott Aerator Algae Shield","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Assistant, sans-serif !important; color: #3a4a56 !important; max-width: 800px !important; margin: 0 auto !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"v0l9cp\" style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; border-radius: 12px !important; padding: 24px !important; margin-bottom: 24px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #eb8b34 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; font-weight: 700 !important; text-transform: uppercase !important; letter-spacing: 1px !important; font-size: 13px !important; margin: 0 0 14px 0 !important;\"\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow: hidden !important; border-radius: 8px !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100% !important; border-collapse: collapse !important; border: none !important; font-family: Assistant, sans-serif !important; font-size: 15px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #012033 !important; color: #ffffff !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; width: 40% !important;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #012033 !important; color: #ffffff !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eMineral-Based Pond and Lake Water Treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003ePurpose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eReduces Excess Nutrients That Fuel Algae Growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003e22 Pounds Per 5-Gallon Bucket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eCoverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eUp to 500,000 Gallons of Water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003ePhosphate Removal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eUp to 95% of Available Phosphates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eEffective pH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003e5.5 to 10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eDilution Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003e4 Parts Water to 1 Part Product\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eNutrient Barrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eMay Remain Effective for Up to 15 Years, Depending on Conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"icl5yx\" style=\"background-color: #fff9f2 !important; border-left: 4px solid #EB8B34 !important; border-radius: 6px !important; padding: 18px 20px !important; margin-bottom: 24px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-size: 15px !important; margin: 0 0 8px 0 !important;\"\u003eA Note Before You Order\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003eAlgae Shield is intended for nutrient management in ponds and lakes. Follow the current product label and application instructions for complete treatment details. Application conditions can vary by pond size, water volume, water chemistry, and other site conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"l3w5jt\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 20px !important; margin-bottom: 14px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-size: 22px !important; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important;\"\u003eScott Aerator Algae Shield\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.7 !important;\"\u003eAlgae Shield is an all-natural, mineral-based water treatment designed to reduce the nutrients that contribute to algae growth in ponds and lakes. By binding dissolved phosphates and other nutrients, the treatment helps make those nutrients biologically unavailable and supports clearer water and a more balanced aquatic environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.7 !important;\"\u003eA 5-gallon bucket contains 22 pounds of product and treats up to 500,000 gallons of water. The silicate-enhanced formula is designed to work across a pH range of 5.5 to 10, while treated nutrients settle as insoluble particles at the bottom of the pond. Depending on application method and site conditions, the resulting nutrient barrier can remain effective for up to 15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"qfbj9r\" style=\"margin-bottom: 14px !important; border-radius: 8px !important; overflow: hidden !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"background-color: #012033 !important; color: #ffffff !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; padding: 14px 18px !important; border-radius: 8px !important; list-style: none !important; cursor: pointer !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eHow Algae Shield Works\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px 4px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"e530tj\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 16px 18px !important; margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700 !important; color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important;\"\u003eNutrient Binding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003eAlgae Shield bonds with dissolved nutrients in the water and converts them into insoluble particles that settle to the pond bottom. Once bound, these nutrients become biologically unavailable, reducing the nutrient supply that can contribute to future algae growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"e530tj\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 16px 18px !important; margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700 !important; color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important;\"\u003eSilicate-Enhanced Formula\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003eThe silicate-enhanced formula is designed to improve particle stability and support nutrient removal across a wide pH range. The manufacturer states that the product is effective from pH 5.5 to 10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"e530tj\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 16px 18px !important; margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700 !important; color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important;\"\u003eLong-Term Nutrient Control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003eDepending on application method and site conditions, Algae Shield can create a nutrient barrier that remains effective for up to 15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"qfbj9r\" style=\"margin-bottom: 14px !important; border-radius: 8px !important; overflow: hidden !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"background-color: #012033 !important; color: #ffffff !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; padding: 14px 18px !important; border-radius: 8px !important; list-style: none !important; cursor: pointer !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px 4px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow: hidden !important; border-radius: 8px !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100% !important; border-collapse: collapse !important; border: none !important; font-family: Assistant, sans-serif !important; font-size: 15px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #eb8b34 !important; text-transform: uppercase !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; width: 40% !important;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #eb8b34 !important; text-transform: uppercase !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eAll-Natural Mineral-Based Water Treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eBucket Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003e5 Gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003e22 Pounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eWater Coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eUp to 500,000 Gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eEffective pH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003e5.5 to 10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eParticle Stability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003epH Below 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eOxygen Demand Reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003e80% to 90%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eOrthophosphate Reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003e70% to 80%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eAmmonia Reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003e50% to 70%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eTurbidity Reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eLess Than 90%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eAvailable Phosphate Reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eUp to 95% With a Single Treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"qfbj9r\" style=\"margin-bottom: 14px !important; border-radius: 8px !important; overflow: hidden !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"background-color: #012033 !important; color: #ffffff !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; padding: 14px 18px !important; border-radius: 8px !important; list-style: none !important; cursor: pointer !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eApplication Guide\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px 4px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"e530tj\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 16px 18px !important; margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700 !important; color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important;\"\u003e1. Prepare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003eMix Algae Shield with water in a separate container at a 4:1 ratio, using four parts water to one part product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"e530tj\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 16px 18px !important; margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700 !important; color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important;\"\u003e2. Transfer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003eTransfer the mixed slurry into an appropriate applicator, such as a backpack sprayer or similar equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"e530tj\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 16px 18px !important; margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700 !important; color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important;\"\u003e3. Apply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003eDistribute the slurry evenly across the surface of the pond or lake. Wind can assist with spreading the mixture across the water surface, while water movement carries the product beneath the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"e530tj\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 16px 18px !important; margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700 !important; color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important;\"\u003e4. Clean \u0026amp; Store\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003eRinse the applicator thoroughly after use. The manufacturer recommends emptying the rinse water back into the pond and storing the equipment for future use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"qfbj9r\" style=\"margin-bottom: 14px !important; border-radius: 8px !important; overflow: hidden !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"background-color: #012033 !important; color: #ffffff !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; padding: 14px 18px !important; border-radius: 8px !important; list-style: none !important; cursor: pointer !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eApplication Tips\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px 4px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"e530tj\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 16px 18px !important; margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700 !important; color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important;\"\u003eUse a Separate Mixing Container\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003eDo not mix Algae Shield directly inside the applicator. Prepare the slurry in a separate container to help prevent buildup and possible equipment damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"e530tj\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 16px 18px !important; margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700 !important; color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important;\"\u003eMaintain the 4:1 Ratio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003eKeep the mixture at the recommended four parts water to one part product ratio. Avoid excessive dilution, as the slurry should remain properly mixed during application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"e530tj\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 16px 18px !important; margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700 !important; color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important;\"\u003eKeep the Slurry Moving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003eFor best results, the manufacturer recommends using a trash pump or other continuous agitation equipment to keep the slurry evenly mixed during application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"e530tj\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important; border-radius: 8px !important; padding: 16px 18px !important; margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 700 !important; color: #012033 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; margin: 0 0 10px 0 !important;\"\u003eUse Wind and Water Movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 !important; font-size: 15px !important; line-height: 1.6 !important;\"\u003eWind can help distribute the treatment across the water surface. Beneath the surface, water movement carries the product diagonally through the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"qfbj9r\" style=\"margin-bottom: 14px !important; border-radius: 8px !important; overflow: hidden !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"background-color: #012033 !important; color: #ffffff !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; padding: 14px 18px !important; border-radius: 8px !important; list-style: none !important; cursor: pointer !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px 4px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow: hidden !important; border-radius: 8px !important; border: 1px solid #E5EAEE !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100% !important; border-collapse: collapse !important; border: none !important; font-family: Assistant, sans-serif !important; font-size: 15px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #eb8b34 !important; text-transform: uppercase !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; width: 40% !important;\"\u003eQuestion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #eb8b34 !important; text-transform: uppercase !important; font-weight: 700 !important; font-family: Montserrat, sans-serif !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eAnswer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eWhat is Algae Shield designed to do?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eAlgae Shield is designed to bind excess phosphates and other dissolved nutrients that can contribute to algae growth in ponds and lakes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eHow much water does one bucket treat?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eOne 5-gallon bucket containing 22 pounds of product treats up to 500,000 gallons of water.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eWhat is the recommended mixing ratio?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eMix four parts water with one part Algae Shield in a separate container before transferring the slurry to the applicator.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eWhat pH range is Algae Shield effective in?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eThe manufacturer states an effective pH range of 5.5 to 10.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eHow does Algae Shield control nutrients?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eIt bonds with dissolved nutrients and converts them into insoluble particles that settle to the bottom, making the nutrients biologically unavailable.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eHow much phosphate can a treatment remove?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eThe manufacturer states that a single treatment can eliminate up to 95% of available phosphates.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eHow long can the nutrient barrier remain effective?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eDepending on application method and site conditions, the manufacturer states that the nutrient barrier can remain effective for up to 15 years.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eCan Algae Shield be mixed directly in the applicator?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eNo. The manufacturer recommends mixing the product and water in a separate container before transferring the slurry to the applicator.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eWhat equipment is recommended for application?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #f8fafb !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important;\"\u003eA backpack sprayer or similar applicator can be used, while a trash pump or other continuous agitation equipment is recommended to keep the slurry mixed during application.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; padding: 12px 14px !important; border: none !important; font-weight: 600 !important;\"\u003eDoes application vary between ponds?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; 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