Pool School: Master Pool Maintenance
How to correctly look after your pool
Chlorine
Chlorine is used in water treatment and cleaning.
Chlorine is a chemical element with symbol Cl and atomic number 17. It is used for disinfecting water, cleaning, and in many industrial processes.
Cyanuric Acid
Cyanuric Acid is used to stabilize chlorine in swimming pools.
Cyanuric Acid, also known as Sunblock or Stabilizer, helps protect chlorine from being broken down by UV rays from the sun in outdoor pools.
PH
Maintaining the correct PH enables your chlorine to work effectively.
PH is a measure of how acidic or alkaline a solution is. In pools, it is essential to keep the PH within the optimal range for chlorine to work effectively in sanitizing the water.
Total Alkalinity
Total Alkalinity is an important factor in water balance and helps stabilize the PH levels in pools.
Total Alkalinity refers to the amount of bicarbonate, carbonate, and hydroxide ions present in the water. It helps buffer the PH levels and ensures that chlorine works effectively.
Calcium Hardness
Calcium Hardness measures the amount of calcium dissolved in pool water.
Calcium Hardness is crucial for preventing corrosion and scaling. Proper calcium levels ensure the durability of pool equipment and surfaces.
Salinity
Salinity measures the concentration of salt in pool water, particularly in saltwater pools.
Salinity is a key parameter in saltwater pools, where the proper salt concentration ensures the efficient generation of chlorine and prevents corrosion in pool equipment.