10 Common Pool Myths Debunked.
You may have heard about one of these pool myths but you shouldn’t. Some may be true to a certain extent. SunBoy is often exposed to these myths as well. Since we’re the pool cleaning professionals, we can tell you what’s true and what’s false . Let’s debunk 10 common pool myths with SunBoy.
1. A Chemical Smell Means That Your Pool Is Clean
If your pool smells, it means that there’s more likely to be an issue. Algae and other toxins emanate a chemical-like smell which has an uncomfortable stinky smell. If that happens, you should avoid getting in your pool but call a professional cleaner to test the water and perform a cleaning as soon as possible.
2. Clear Water Means Clean Water
No, even if the water looks clear, it doesn’t mean that it is always clean. You can’t see germs and bacteria with the naked eye. The only way to ensure that your swimming pool’s water is clean is for the chemicals and chlorine to be properly balanced. This is why it is always important to perform cleaning and maintenance on a regular schedule.
3. No Chlorine Is Needed In A Salt-Water Pool
Wrong. A salt-water pool also needs chlorine but not as much as a regular pool. In a salt-water pool, a special device known as a salt chlorinator will break the chlorine crystals. If you’re thinking of converting your pool into a salt water one, SunBoy can do so. Give us a call on 268 1880 and 5268 1880 for more information.
4. Baking Soda Can Replace Chlorine In Your Pool
Never. Baking soda doesn’t do much for your pool. It does not replace the effectiveness of chlorine which is necessary to eliminate bacteria, germs and other toxins. Furthermore, chlorine helps to avoid algae; something that baking soda cannot prevent.
5. Chlorine Turns Your Hair Green
No. If your swimming pool is properly balanced, chlorine will not harm your hair or turn it green. The chances of this happening are rare. However, it is true that chlorine can cause damage to your skin and we advise you to shower to wash the chlorine off your body.
6. Red Eyes Means Too Much Chlorine & Chemicals
Indeed, one of the reasons causing red eyes may be an irritation due to chlorine or chemicals if too much has been added to your swimming pool. However, bacteria and germs present in a swimming pool can also cause red irritated eyes as a result of an infection.
7. Rainwater Doesn’t Affect Your Pool’s Water
False. Rainwater will increase the water in your swimming pool, meaning that the level of chlorine and chemicals will be inadequate and will need to be readjusted. Furthermore, rainwater also carries mud and bacteria which will affect your pool’s water.
It’s Pointless To Clean A Pool If You’re Not Using It
Wrong! A pool must be cleaned regularly even if you are not using it. As a matter of fact, your swimming pool is likely to turn green if it is not cleaned and maintained. Algae will develop and debris will also be present. Your filters and pumps can even break down.
9. Pool Maintenance Is Expensive
Pool cleaning and maintenance will depend on the size of your swimming pool as well as the current state of your pool. However, as long as a swimming pool is regularly maintained, you actually cut on cost as maintenance becomes less expensive. This is because debris is removed regularly, chemicals are adjusted at each clean-up. This means that algae is less likely to be formed. Usually, algae requires special cleanings which take time.
10. Swallowing Pool Water Is Dangerous
This is true but depends on how much you swallowed. Swallowing a mouthful isn’t going to harm you. It happens whenever you are swimming. This is not toxic and your health will not be affected.
However, if you have swallowed a lot of pool water, you are likely to experience health issues like diarrhea or other infections and will need to see a doctor.
