Have you ever wondered if your chlorine is working to its full potential? This will depend on a number of factors including the size of your pool, the amount and frequency of chlorine being added, and the type of chlorine being used. Let’s discuss these factors.
The Size of The Pool
The chlorine dosage depends on the size of the pool as well as the season.
Have a look at the table below for a guide to how much chlorine to administer and how often depending on the season and the size of the pool.
|
Size of the pool (Litres) |
Summer (Cups per week) |
Winter (Cups per week) |
|
35 000 |
2 |
1 |
|
50 000 |
3 |
2 |
|
75 000 |
4 |
3 |
|
100 000 |
5 |
4 |
Please note: The above recommendations will differ depending on bather load and weather conditions and should be spread evenly throughout the week and not administered all at once.
Reasons Why Your Chlorine May not be Working
If you are adding the correct amount of chlorine based on the season and the size of your, this could be due to a number of reasons:
Time of Day
The Pool Team recommends adding chlorine in the evenings in order to avoid the chlorine being consumed by the sun’s rays before it has had a chance to effectively sanitise the water.
pH and Total Alkalinity Levels
it is always recommended to ensure your pH and Total Alkalinity are in balance in order to gain the most benefit out of the chemicals being added.
Type of Chlorine
There are two types of chlorine: stabilised and non-stabilised chlorine. When cyanuric acid is compounded with chlorine, this creates stabilised chlorine. The benefit of stabilised chlorine is protection from the sun’s UV rays, keeping the chlorine in the pool for longer. Non-stabilised chlorine does not contain cyanuric acid, allowing the chlorine to react and dissolve quicker when exposed to the sun. An overstabilised pool will render the chlorine and other chemicals less effective. Learn more about overstabilised pools.
Contact a professional at any of The Pool Team stores for further advice on your personal chlorine solution.
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