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DIY Friendly Guide to Converting ANY Pool to Saltwater
Saltwater pool conversion" might sound like there is a lot involved. If you're wondering how you convert to salt, it really doesn't involve any big procedures...
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One of the first questions that pops into a pool owner's mind when they begin considering converting their pool to salt is, "How much will it cost?" Here are a few scenarios to help you estimate how much it would cost you to convert your own swimming pool. The basic costs involved are...
A decade ago there were 1.4 million saltwater pools in America, and the popularity of salt-chlorinators has grown significantly ever since. So if you’re the owner of a saltwater pool, consider yourself lucky!
If you’re already a salt pool owner, make sure that you’re familiar with the basics of how to maintain your saltwater pool. One regular part of any pool’s maintenance is to ...
When the weather is great, there is nothing better than taking a dip in a crystal clear salt pool. If the whole family is partaking in fun in the pool, you’ll probably be wondering if your furry family members can as well.
Salt Water pool systems have become so popular that they have begun to be the default choice for home swimming pools. However, many people (even if they have a salt pool) don't get much deeper into what a salt system really is beyond the fact that they just love it. Below are some facts about what a saltwater chlorine generator cell really is, so that you can better take care of your own swimming pool system...
If you already have a chlorinated pool and you are considering enjoying the benefits of converting to salt water, it's easy to make the switch. You just need to add a new piece of equipment, a Salt Water Chlorine Generator. These chlorine generators generally only have two main components...
So, you are converting your pool to salt and have purchased a saltwater chlorine generator. You know you have to add salt, but what kind should you get? How much salt should you add? This guide will tell you what you need to know, as well as some tips and tricks to help along the way.
The colder months are upon those of us who live in climates where pools are closed in Fall or Winter, so if you haven’t closed your pool yet here’s a quick “how to” get it done that will help you keep your pool and equipment in good shape. If you live where it just gets a little cool, remember: even if there are no swimmers, if the pool stays filled with water it's good practice to keep the water circulating as normal, and to keep the water chemistry balanced.
A common questions we get is how do you maintain a salt water pool? Or, what is the ideal water chemistry for saltwater pools? We'll talk about the most important things to know about salt pool maintenance and the top ten most important chemistry levels for pools with saltwater chlorine generators .
Have you ever thought about installing a salt system on your pool? There are certainly plenty of benefits, with saltwater pools much gentler on the eyes, skin, and hair. There’s also no harsh chlorine smell and vastly reduced maintenance bills. In fact, switching to a saltwater system could save you hundreds of...
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