If you’re a pool owner, then you’re already sold on the health and exercise benefits having a sparkling pool in your backyard provides you and your family. Pools are also the perfect excuse to get your children away from their video games and out into the sunshine!
Can you make your pool experience a different one? Perhaps a chlorine-free one?
What kinds of considerations need you make if you are debating the transition from a traditional chorine pool to a saltwater one? What are the pluses?
The Benefits of Salt Water Pools:
- The operating cost is generally lower when compared to a traditional pool
- For those with more sensitive skin, saltwater is easier to tolerate
- You can transform your chorine pool into a salt water pool at a reasonable price
The one misconception those interested in transitioning must understand, is that salt water swimming pools are maintenance-free.
- The chemistry of the pool water needs to be tested weekly to keep the pH and salt levels in check.
- Monitor the salt level so your automatic chlorine generator can consistently generate the necessary chlorine level.
- Test the pH regularly as the pH in salt water pools is consistently higher than that of conventional chlorine pools. Testing twice weekly is a good rule of thumb with an eye toward keeping the pH between 7.4 and 7.8.
- Don’t cut back on filtration time, because with most systems, chlorine is only being introduced when the filter is running. One of the biggest mistakes pool owners make with salt water swimming pools is when they try to save money by reducing the filter run time. This reduction can often result in an algae problem.
- Maintain the salt chlorinator cell to confirm there are no calcium deposits visible. This maintenance will ensure that the chlorinator produces the necessary level of chlorine.
To make the transition to your saltwater pool, there is now fortunately a variety of saltwater generators on the market. MegaChlorMaker DO is a drape over Saltwater System that can be used for spas and pools up to 10,000 gallons. It offers a self-cleaning technology with a plug and play installation and produces up to 100 grams per day of chlorine.
The cell simply hangs over the side of the pool into the water. The pool doesn’t even have to be on when the MegaChlor DO is making chlorine.
Whether you opt for a salt water pool or a chlorine pool, proper care will certify the integrity of the structure, providing years of enjoyment. Routine cleaning, chemical testing, and equipment checks help to keep every pool in top condition.
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