Disadvantages of Saltwater Pools
Saltwater pools require a higher initial investment, making them more expensive than traditional pools. More complex than traditional pools, they often require experienced technicians even for minor problems.
In addition to health factors, saltwater pools are much lower maintenance than chlorine systems and thus more user-friendly. You don't need algaecides because the system naturally helps prevent algae from growing on the walls or in the water.
The bottom line, however, is that a saltwater pool generally requires less maintenance than a traditional chlorine pool. If you are willing to make the investment, and take steps to ensure it does not adversely affect other features in your yard, it might be the best decision you ever make.
The answer really depends on the use conditions and how often you do maintenance on your pool. The safe answer is that they usually last for about five to seven years.
Answer: It depends on a few factors. 1) are you closing your pool every year and therefore draining and refilling with fresh water at least a bit. 2) water chemistry - the more you have to add, the more your total dissolved solids will increase leading to the need to drain and refill.
Check Your Salt Cell Every 3 Months
And if your pH levels or if your pool water temperature is too high, calcium will build up faster. Inspect the cell at least every 3 months and clean it by hand or with a hose to remove build-up. You can also use a diluted solution of muriatic acid to remove deposits.
Yes, some breeds of mosquitoes like to lay their eggs in saltwater. Female mosquitoes suck blood to get the nutrients they need to build their eggs.
If you own a salt water pool, you probably know how big of a problem algae growth can be. Once these organisms contaminate the pool, they can grow and spread quickly. Both chlorinated and salt water pools need proper water chemistry levels in order to prevent algae growth.
Saltwater pools are heated in the same way as standard chlorinated pools. These methods include a solar heater, solar blanket, heat pump, or an electric, gas, or propane heater.
Shocking a saltwater pool is possible, although it might seem counterintuitive. Saltwater pools are theoretically self-cleaning, which means that shocks are not typically needed to sanitize the water. That said, most people still choose to shock their saltwater pools periodically to keep the water even cleaner.
Ultraviolet systems provide the healthiest water available for pools & spas by dramatically reducing chlorine and other chemicals we have traditionally used. Chlorine used to disinfect swimming pools is widely recognized as a health hazard.
Gentle on Eyes – Saltwater pools have much less salt than the ocean. When you open your eyes under water or get splashed in the face, it doesn't sting. The salt concentration is very similar to that of human tears. Most people have experienced the fumes associated with an indoor hotel pool.
It's gentler on your eyes and skin.
Instead of exposing your body to the chemicals in traditionally chlorinated pools, salt periodically produces chlorine, which acts as a natural disinfectant, meaning it isn't as harsh on your eyes or skin.
Salt-water pools manufacture chlorine from a salt solution, NaCl, splitting the sodium and chlorine ions, creating your own free chlorine in solution, which is why it does not feel or smell like pools chlorinated from traditional tablets.
Although salt water is clearly an improvement over chlorine, the truth is that even salt can impact sealed decorative concrete finishes over time. Once water splashed on the concrete around pools begins to evaporate, salt crystals form and adhere to the sealer surface.
If your pool is green and cloudy, it's likely an algae problem. Algae can persist in a pool even after shocking. A green pool – especially one that turned green overnight or after rain, can also be from a pool pump that isn't properly circulating water or an issue with your filtering system.
Can Saltwater Pools Turn Hair Green? They can turn hair green if the pH balance is not properly maintained. This can happen in both saltwater and chlorine pools, but it's more common in saltwater pools because the chlorine levels are lower.
The chlorine or salt water that's located in your pool emits a strong smell that serves to attract whole nests of insects. More, the pool serves as a perfect watering hole for many kinds of crawling critters and helps wasps cool their nests off during the hot summer months.
Key Takeaway: Saltwater pools require regular maintenance to prevent cloudy water, algae growth, and high salt levels. Regularly check pH and alkalinity levels, clean filters and brush walls weekly, run the pump for 8–10 hours daily, and test salt concentrations every few weeks.
Myth #2 – I don't like salty tasting water
The salt taste in saltwater pools is actually imperceptible. The human taste buds have a threshold of 3,500 PPM for salt. This means that in a well-maintained saltwater pool with 2,500 to 3,000 PPM, you won't taste any saltiness in the water.
When you add baking soda to your pool water, you will raise both the pH and the alkalinity, improving stability and clarity. Many commercial pool products for raising alkalinity utilize baking soda as their main active ingredient.