During the summer months, we all get our pools ready, the water sparkling clean and the cleaning systems in perfect working order. Since we don’t have to use them until next year, it’s common to neglect their maintenance during the winter and pay the price at the start of the following swimming season. Green water, organisms, dirt in the pool basin, and broken accessories—that’s what we find if we don’t take precautions during the colder months.
It’s important to perform hibernation maintenance. We’ve made it easy for you: in just 2 steps.
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Pool component care
The pump, the filter, the skimmers… These are essential components for treating pool water. We often forget about them, as they are not usually visible.
Low temperatures can cause them to break, especially if water remains and freezes. To prevent this, we must remove any water from the mechanisms.
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Special chemicals for winter
We must maintain a chemical balance in the water even in winter, otherwise microorganisms, fungi and algae will appear, which will run rampant and be more difficult to remove when bathing season arrives.
There are specific chemical products for the colder seasons that make the task easier. We can use these treatments for preparation or maintenance.
The first step is to use the hibernation products for preparing water In anticipation of the colder months, start by ensuring the water’s pH is between 7.2 and 7.6. Once the pH level is correct, add 1.5 kg of shock chlorine for every 50 cubic meters of water, run the water treatment system for a day , and then add 2 liters of winterizing solution for every 50 cubic meters of water.
For maintenance throughout the winter season, simply add 2 liters of winterizing solution per 50 cubic meters of water once every 2 or 3 months. And that’s it!
Of course, we always recommend installing a pool cover . There are different types available, and they’re very convenient, keeping your pool water clean. Don’t hesitate to ask us about this or anything else you may have about your pool.
