A stable salt water pool has a pH level of 7.8 and an alkalinity level of 770-80 ppm. While it is a common misconception that salt water pools are free of chlorine, the reality is a little different.
Salt water pool systems are an effective chlorine treatment system with the generators taking the responsibility to regulate the chlorine in the pools.
Instead of annually adding large amounts of chlorine through chlorine tablets or sticks, the electrolysis process of salt water pool systems ensures a stable generation of chlorine and hypochlorous acid that aids in pool sanitization. This process is important to prevent the buildup of chloramines and sanitize the pool.
The salinity in salt water pools is about one tenth of that in oceans and this makes the skin feel better and eliminates harmful effects on the body.
The salinity of salt water pools may make it incompatible with certain materials and may reduce your choice for the materials used for added features. Hence, it is vital to talk to your pool builder to understand your options while installing heaters, liners, pool lighting and other poolside landscaping to increase the longevity of the ultimate saltwater pool experience.
The team at Coolabah Pools & Landscapes are available to chat about all things pool related – from design, to budgets and timelines. Contact us today on 03 9763 4566 to talk about your project or click the link below to book a free consultation.