Can baking soda raise the cyanuric acid level in a pool?

Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) does not raise the cyanuric acid level in a pool. While baking soda is commonly used to increase alkalinity and pH levels, it does not affect the cyanuric acid concentration. Cyanuric acid is a stabilizer used in outdoor pools to protect chlorine from degradation by the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays.

To determine the cyanuric acid level in your pool, you should test the pool water using a test kit or pool water analysis. If you find that the cyanuric acid level is low, you can add a cyanuric acid increaser directly. It's important to follow the manufacturer's instructions and maintain the recommended cyanuric acid level for your pool to ensure proper chlorine stabilization.