Sweet summertime is quickly approaching.
As we make it through the rest of the winter, we dream of warm days in the sun. For now, we suffer through shivers, piles of blankets, and running to our car to escape the harsh wind. One of the best things about the approaching summer is all of the pool days.
Pool days, complete with friends, family, and fruity drinks, are pure heaven on earth. This year, you want to freshen up your pool days by having a saltwater pool. With this pool comes some technology many people may not be familiar with.
If you want to know more, keep reading to discover the pros and cons of a saltwater chlorinator. It will change your summer pool experience.
What Is It?
Many of you may be wondering just what a saltwater chlorinator is. Do not worry, it sounds complicated, but it is a simple saltwater pool system.
Saltwater chlorinators take the salt, which is sodium chloride, in the water and break it down into chloride. The chemical process is known as electrolysis. The steady stream of produced chloride sanitizes the pool and keeps it clean.
Cons
While there are amazing benefits to having a saltwater pool, there are some cons. There are not many, but we could not lie to you about a couple of things.
One of the biggest drawbacks to making the switch to salt water is the investment. Even though dealing with chlorine can be dangerous, it is also tricky to deal with huge amounts of salt.
Installing the systems can take a chunk of change, and you will have to get rid of all metal ladders in the pool and switch to plastic. Salt can eat away at metal over a long period.
Another con is the cost of repairing or replacing saltwater chlorinators. The systems are worth the cost but can be expensive to fix.
Pros
To contrast those cons, there are many benefits to having a saltwater pool system. We are excited about these!
One of the most noticeable differences is the effect it has on your skin. Chlorine can be harsh on skin and leaving it feeling gross. Salt is much kinder to your skin and will leave you feeling fresh once you step out.
A safe pro to having a saltwater pool is not having to store large amounts of chlorine. While you will have to store other chemicals, it will not be as risky.
Lastly, while it can be expensive to repair saltwater systems, many say the cost is lower than the upkeep for chlorine systems.
With all of these pros, your summer will be even sweeter. Make sure to prepare now!
Pros and Cons on a Saltwater Chlorinator
If you are thinking about investing in a salt water chlorinator, make sure to read above! We are here to help with the pros, cons, and everything in between.
While the upkeep can cost a decent amount of change, the salt will leave you feeling softer and safer. Chlorine can be too harsh to keep around.
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