Salt Water Pool Filter

A salt water pool filter gives an entirely different feel to your pool water. Instead of the heavy chlorine odor and chemical feeling, the water has a soft and luxurious feel that some people even describe as ‘silky’.

It eliminates the need for additional chemicals, which can not only be more cost-effective, but also means that you don’t have to keep dangerous chemicals around the home where children and pets might find them. Furthermore, measuring chlorine incorrectly in a standard swimming pool can result in chemical burns and damage to swimwear, but with salt water there is no danger of this happening.

The way that a salt water pool filter works is by chlorinating the pool naturally using an innovative chemical process. Instead of having to buy chlorine and add it to the water, you simply start with salt.

The salt water filter uses the salt to manufacture chlorine naturally by using electrolysis, a salt cell and a special control box. Essentially, the salt is turned into chlorine, which disinfects the water, then transformed back into salt afterwards, eliminating the harsh chlorine smell that is usually associated with swimming pools. No additional chemicals are required, and the pool water feels clean and smooth, like a luxurious spa.

This is by far one of the most natural methods of purifying swimming pool water, and also one of the most environmentally friendly ones. No chemicals to buy, store, or dispose of, and the water that is drained from the pool does not introduce chlorine and other chemicals into sewage systems and ground water where they can kill beneficial bacteria and upset the natural balance of the soil.

The main disadvantage of a salt water pool filter is its high price. Because it is a high-tech device that performs a complex process, you can expect to pay thousands of dollars to purchase one. Compared to the cost of chlorine and a sand filter, it is simply too high a price to pay for many pool owners.

Another disadvantage of a salt water pool filtration system is that salt is corrosive and therefore has a tendency to corrode the pool’s fittings so they may need to be replaced more often. Salt can also build up around tiles. This build-up, while harmless, can be somewhat unsightly. There is no clear solution to these issues; they are simply part of having this type of pool water filter.

Before investing a large amount of money on a salt water pool filter, it is wise to research them thoroughly to make sure that you are making the right choice, because they might not be for everyone. You have to take into consideration the initial cost as well as the cost of maintaining the equipment should it fail and need to be repaired. Talk to other pool owners who have salt water systems and learn from their experiences. Before making the final decision as to which type of pool filtration system to buy, swim in a pool with a salt water filter and experience the difference between salt water and chlorine!