(Newswire.net — January 16, 2019) — Do you own a swimming pool and are thinking about switching water systems or want to install a pool in your home? It will interest you to know that there are different types of pool waters. To learn more about this, read on for some basics about different types of pool water:
Types of Pool Water
1. Chlorine Water: The Standard Pool Water
Chlorine has been a standard addition into both private and public swimming pools, a tradition that dates years back. Being the most popular pool sanitizer, chlorine is available in several forms including gas, liquid, as well as granular. It functions as a residual sanitizer and stays in a pool for long periods after its introduction. What’s more, chlorine can be stored for a long period of time.
Chlorine pool water is quite popular since many individuals feel safe since chlorine effectively kills urine. It is common knowledge that some individuals pee in swimming pools; however, with chlorine in the water, it nullifies the bacteria present in urine. Nonetheless, besides just killing the bacteria in the urine, it also works against any fecal matter. Overall, chlorine is a great at getting rid of germs and bacteria.
2. Salt Water: The Softer Alternative
Another alternative is a salt water pool (saline alternative). However, one common misconception people have with salt water pools is that they don’t contain chlorine, whereas chlorine swimming pools contain a standard percentage. In reality, saltwater pools contain 0.5ppm of chlorine compared to the 2.0ppm in typical chlorine water pools and as such, the misconception is untrue.
Richard’s TBS says saltwater pools contain less chlorine which therefore means that it will cost you more upfront initially. Moreover, it also comes with relatively higher maintenance costs.
With saline pools, it is essential to have a well-maintained, and balanced pH-it should be just over the neutral 7 at the pH scale. As such, it is crucial you strive to get a 7.5 ph. In chlorine and salt pool waters alike, both types of pools need pH balancing, and while with chlorine pools the process is slightly more challenging, the 0.5ppm chlorine level makes the pH lancing process easier.
3. Mineral Water: The healthier alternative
Finally, there is also another alternative pool water type known as mineral pool water. This is a relatively health-conscious alternative compared to chlorine and saline water pools. This is primarily because mineral water pools don’t use chlorine in sanitizing the components in the water. Silver and copper present in an exclusive ionization unit cleanses the pool water (though you can add chlorine in small amounts). Mineral pool water boasts enhanced benefits notably if the following minerals are included in the water system:
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Borates: They create a silky and smooth effect to the pool water not to mention preventing the rise of pH level. Moreover, borates prevent the formation of algae and lower the need for chlorine by default.
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Magnesium Chloride: It is a skin soother and body detoxifier, which it does through absorption via the skin.
Hopefully you now know the different types of pool water. With the information above you should be able to select the type of water you want for your pool at home.