After the long winter, your pool has probably been left out in the open or covered with a tarp, looking a bit neglected, right? But the first rays of sunshine have arrived, and with them the desire to get your garden ready and, of course, your pool!
Unless you have practiced a perfect wintering during the cold months, The water and the walls of the pool will need reconditioning and maintenance. We know that when you see the state of your pool you feel lazy; it’s so dirty that you think it will be very laborious to restore it to perfect condition.
Don’t worry, there are products that can make maintaining your pool water easier , because after all, pools are for enjoying. Remember that at Reindesa we have all of them, of the highest quality , and accompanied by expert, personalized advice.
The recovery of your pool water is a systematic process, in which we find 4 steps that must be carried out in order and, if you want to recover absolutely all the cleanliness and clarity while respecting the safe parameters for the skin, without skipping any of them.
1. Monitor pH and alkalinity: This is the first step ; you’ve probably done it many times and know how important it is. Maintaining optimal levels helps the disinfectants you use in your pool work more effectively. pH imbalances can also cause skin and mucous membrane irritation, as well as wear and tear on your pool’s components.
Remember that you must start by regulating alkalinity to then check the pH level. Are yours ready? water analysis toolsThe correct alkalinity levels are between 120 and 150 ppm. For pH , the ideal levels are between 7.2 and 7.6; there are very economical and effective kits available for monitoring it.
2. Start the pumps: When temperatures start to rise above 15ºC, you can begin purifying the water . Program the pumps; during spring, 2 or 3 hours a day will be necessary.
If the system of depuration If your pool needs renovation, we offer all kinds of products to help you achieve the best results.
3. Disinfect your pool water: To obtain optimal disinfection , it is necessary to maintain the free chlorine residual between 0.5-2.0 ppm.
There are several options on the market for disinfecting swimming pool water, including manual systems such as chlorine or bromine , cyanuric acid , ultraviolet light , ozone , and saline electrolysis . Each has its advantages and is suited to specific situations.
In this case, we want to disinfect the water in a swimming pool that has been untreated for a long time. For this, we recommend a shock treatment with granular dichlor or trichlor and adding liquid flocculant to break down the dirt particles into larger clumps so they can be removed.
When applying these products, you should filter the water for a few hours, until it looks clear, and brush the pool basin.
4. Prevent algae growth: You’re almost there, now you just need to take preventative measures to stop algae growth this spring. With the arrival of warmer weather, algae appear more easily, and with it, bacteria and fungi.
To prevent this, we recommend applying an algaecide regularly . At Reindesa, we offer ALGIREIN, a highly effective product under our own brand. We also have more than eight types of algaecides for different types of algae. Feel free to contact us; we’ll be happy to help.
It wasn’t so bad, was it? Now your pool looks perfect again and will only need normal maintenance. Enjoy the first rays of sunshine and don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions about your pool.
