Saltwater swimming pool
Advantages of saltwater pools
Reduced Chlorine Levels
In saltwater pools, the chlorine concentration is significantly lower compared to traditional pools. This is due to the fact that chlorine is not manually added to the water. Instead, saltwater systems use chlorine generators to convert dissolved salt into chlorine. These lower chlorine levels make saltwater pools safer, especially for children, as they reduce the risk of irritations such as red eyes.
Skin-Friendly Properties
The reduced chlorine content in saltwater pools also makes them gentler on the skin. People with sensitive skin or allergies are less likely to experience discomfort when swimming in saltwater, as it is less harsh than the higher chlorine levels found in conventional pools.
Minimal Salt Concentration
Despite their name, saltwater pools contain much lower levels of salt than ocean water. In fact, the salt concentration is similar to that of human tears. As a result, it is safe to open your eyes underwater without discomfort. The low salt levels contribute to a softer, smoother feeling on the skin. Additionally, if pool water is accidentally ingested, the salt is barely noticeable in taste.
Principles of saltwater pools
Saltwater pools are not treated with liquid or granular chlorine like a traditional pool. Instead, salt water pools are treated with common salt - which, through the process of electrolysis, is converted into chlorine. A common misconception about salt water pools is that the pool water will taste salty like the ocean. This is not the case. Ocean water has a salinity count of around 35,000 parts per million, and a salt water pool has about 3,000 parts per million. Humans have a salt taste threshold of approximately 3,500 part per million, which makes the salt in a salt water pool nearly undetectable to the human taste bud.
Saltwater pools also reduce maintenance, as the salt needs to be added far less frequently than traditional chlorine, and provides the convenience of not having to buy heavy and noxious chlorine. A salt water pool is gentler and kinder on the skin and eyes, will not discolor light hair, and does not leave the harsh smell of chlorine on your body. Other benefits of a salt treated pool is that you are swimming in a mild saline solution, as opposed to a harsher chemical environment. The saline pool is less drying to the body, and when you exit the pool your skin will feel softer and smoother and people generally feel more refreshed.
Weekly we have maintenance done at our pool. The pool boy will typically visit on Monday and clean the pool using a special pool cleaner. He will also check the general condition of the pool and adjust where required. The pool has fully automatic pH control, electrolysis control and can he heated upon request.