Everything you need to know about the pH of the pool
The pH of the pool is a factor that you must take into account if you want your pool to be always clean and ready for bathing. From Grupo Poolplus we tell you everything you need to know about this parameter that you have heard so much about if you have a pool. Discover it all!
What is the pH of a swimming pool?
The pH of a pool is one of the most relevant parameters that you should measure in your pool water. It is the measure of the degree of acidity and alkalinity of the water and can vary between 7.2 and 7.6. The main advantage of having a correct pH in your pool is always being able to enjoy clean and crystal clear water with the least amount of maintenance. This will make your water last longer.
Why does the pool’s pH level vary?
There are many reasons that can lead the pH of your pool to increase or decrease, leaving the recommended levels. We tell you some of them:
- The amount of water. Both the wind but in a higher percentage the sun can cause the water in the pool to decrease and, in turn, cause the pH level to increase.
- Sunscreens. These types of products cause some imbalances in the pH levels, affecting the acidity level of the water.
- The chlorine level. Depending on the type of chlorine with which you maintain your pool, it may affect the pH level to a greater or lesser extent. Since each compound: liquid or tablets, includes different compositions.
There are many reasons that can lead the pH of your pool to increase or decrease, leaving the recommended levels. We tell you some of them:
- The amount of water. Both the wind but in a higher percentage the sun can cause the water in the pool to decrease and, in turn, cause the pH level to increase.
- Sunscreens. These types of products cause some imbalances in the pH levels, affecting the acidity level of the water.
- The chlorine level. Depending on the type of chlorine with which you maintain your pool, it may affect the pH level to a greater or lesser extent. Since each compound: liquid or tablets, includes different compositions.
