Can I keep my pool chemicals in a shed?

Author: Geovanny Mertz  |  Last update: Thursday, May 5, 2022

Your pool chemicals should always be stored in a cool and dry environment, to prevent them from becoming defective or dangerous. Typically, pool owners will stash their chemicals in an outdoor shed or garage.

Can you store pool chemicals outside?

Outdoor storage areas for pool chemicals should be situated away from anything flammable. Keep any gas-powered equipment, like your lawnmower, in a completely different location. The storage site should also be away from sources of heat, like an outdoor fire pit or grill.

Is it safe to store pool chemicals in garage?

Pool chemicals should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Garages are generally not the best place to store pool chemicals unless they are locked in a storage bin or cabinet. Oxidizers and strong acids corrode metal and can cause heavy rusting of pool, electrical, and other equipment stored in the room.

Can pool chemicals be stored outside in summer?

As long as the climate you live in doesn't get extremely hot in the summer, storing pool chemicals outdoors is a possibility. Just make sure they're protected from the elements including direct sunlight.

How do you store pool chemicals in the summer?

Chemicals should always be stored somewhere completely dry and very cool, especially in the warm summer months. Be sure to keep the storage area clean of spills to avoid possible cross-contamination. When using some chemicals which are known for oxidizing, a chemical reaction can occur if not handled properly.

Storing Pool Chemicals Do's and Don'ts

Can I store pool chemicals in an outdoor shed?

Your pool chemicals should always be stored in a cool and dry environment, to prevent them from becoming defective or dangerous. Typically, pool owners will stash their chemicals in an outdoor shed or garage.

Can liquid chlorine be stored outside?

Can Pool Chemicals Be Stored Outside? If you live in an area where the temperature is moderate, without extremes of heat or cold, then it's fine to store pool chemicals outside. However, if your climate is subject to extremes, indoor storage may be preferable to prevent chemicals from reacting to heat or freezing.

How long does liquid chlorine last in storage?

All pool chemicals, aside from unstabilised liquid chlorine, are good for up to three to five years as long as they're stored in a cool and dark place away from sunlight and they're packed in air-tight containers.

Where should pool chlorine tablets be stored?

The storage site should be cool, dry and well-ventilated, such as in a basement. Never leave chlorine tablets in the direct sun, even in a covered bucket, because the heat will accelerate the degrading process of the tablet and its ingredients.

Can muriatic acid be stored outside?

Yes on storing outside.

Does liquid pool shock freeze?

The freezing point depression of a 12% Sodium Hypochlorite solution (which also has 9.4% salt due to the manufacturing process of chlorine) is 15.3C or 27F so the freezing point is -15.3C or 5F.

Can you store liquid chlorine over winter?

There is no harm in using liquid chlorine after storing it through the winter, but it will be less effective than when initially purchased. Pool chlorine comes in different forms with differing levels of stability.

Which pool chemicals should not be stored together?

Chlorine is a common disinfectant, is widely used in swimming pools and leisure centres. Chlorine should not be stored with ammonia, acetylene, benzene, butadiene, hydrogen, any petroleum gases, sodium carbide and turpentine.

Can you store chlorine tablets in the shed?

Tom: Yes. It is the best place. Even if it's a swimming pool or a septic, if it's salt, if it's any kind of harsh chemicals, and especially chlorine tabs, they need to be in a water- tight container outside. You wouldn't have to lay it in the bright sun, but if he can put it in a shaded area, you'll be fine.

Can I store chlorine tablets in my garage?

The container should be away from heat sources, such as heaters or heating pipes. It should also be in a ventilated area where fumes cannot collect. Keep the chlorine tablets away from the garage or anyplace that may have exhaust fumes.

Can you store chlorine tablets outside in the summer?

Clarifiers can last up to five years when stored in places that are kept cool and out of the sun, though storing them outside, in garages or sheds that reach higher temperatures reduces effectiveness and, when exposed to freezing temperatures, they can become unusable.

Does pool shock have a shelf life?

Granular Chlorine

For longer term storage, re-pack into zip-loc freezer bags or buy Chlorine Granules, sold in buckets. Properly stored, pool shock has a shelf life of over 5 years.

Can I store pool salt outside?

Answer: Yes, these chemicals should be fine together. The ones to be very careful with are chlorine chemicals and acids (pH decreaser, etc) as they do not play nice with the other chemicals.

How soon can I swim after adding liquid chlorine?

Depending on how much you have added and the size of your pool, it is generally safe to wait about 4 hours after adding liquid chlorine or until levels reach 5 ppm or lower.

Is liquid chlorine better than tablets?

Liquid chlorine is preferred over chlorine tablets by pool professionals however home swimming pools will benefit too. Liquid chlorine quickly raises or maintains chlorine levels without raising stabilizer. Chlorine tablets maintain chlorine levels and add stabilizer to the pool water.

How often should I shock my pool in the summer?

We suggest shocking the pool every week to two weeks; with hot weather or increased use, you may need to shock more often. When tabs run out, replace them.

Is there a shortage of pool chlorine?

A year after many public pools across the country shuttered due to the pandemic, some of them are being forced to close again thanks to the ongoing shortage of chlorine. Those that aren't closing are warily keeping an eye on the rising cost of chlorine, which has nearly doubled in some places.

What 2 Pool chemicals should not be mixed?

Incompatible Pool Chemicals
  • Calcium Hardness Increaser & Sodium Bicarbonate. ...
  • Water Clarifier & Sequestering Agents. ...
  • Chlorine & Calcium Hypochlorite. ...
  • Pool Shock with Presence of Metals in Pool. ...
  • Pool Shock & Enzyme Products. ...
  • Chlorine & Muriatic Acid.

How long do I wait between adding pool chemicals?

Wait times for adding pool chemicals

The wait times between adding pool chemicals is usually around 10 minutes each, as that is also sufficient time for the chemicals to mix in the water. Users also under normal conditions can swim roughly 10 minutes after adding chemicals.

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