Summer is encroaching fast. Now is the right time to reopen your pool for keeping your cool during the scorching summer heat. But before you let your kids and friends jump into the water this summer, you need to clean it properly so that everyone can make the most of your pool waters.
If you didn’t get around to maintaining your pool regularly during the indolent winter period, and if you find it brimming over with debris, leaves, branches, and unsolicited bugs, fret not. You can restore the splendor of your pool by following some easy tips so that you can enjoy your pool to the fullest. All it takes is a couple of chemicals to make the water sparkling clean, a perfectly working sand filter and salt cell, and some durable pool shade sails, and you are all set to enjoy your serene summer afternoons delving in the pool.
You must have neglected your pool in the winter months when it was sitting idle, and maybe lots of leaves and debris have accumulated in your pool, clogging the filter. Use a skimming net to clean your pool and remove all large items that have already sunk to the bottom of the pool. Simply skim the top of the water on a regular basis to get rid of all the leaves, bugs, twigs and other debris floating on the surface. This will prevent objects from sinking to the bottom of the pool where they will be much harder to dispose of.
If you find it difficult to remove any remaining leaves or debris through a skimming net, you can vacuum the pool. Regular brushing will also help you clean the floor and walls of your pool while keeping the pool surface smooth. Clean the pool immaturely to keep it algae-free and stain-free, so that everyone enjoys taking a dip on hot sunny days.
To clean your pool’s water, you will need to use the right blend of important chemicals, including stabilizers, super shock chlorine, and algaecide. The exact amount of these chemicals that you need to add to your pool will depend on how dirty your pool is and how regularly you have maintained it throughout the winter. If the pool is very dirty, it might need a heavy dose of chlorine in tandem with stabilizers and an algaecide.
Make sure your pool pump, sand filter, and saltwater chlorinator are working without a hitch. If the pump is working optimally and the water is flowing smoothly through the filter, it indicates that your pool is running properly. Now diligently check the pressure on the sand filter; if it is high and the flow of water is low, chances are that you may need backwashing. If the salt chlorinator is covered in white-scales, clean it with a hydrochloric acid mix.
There are several types of pool test kits that you can use to test the chemical levels of your pool water. It is very important to check the pH levels to make sure of the level of acidity and alkalinity. You can use pH strips to test the levels of chemicals. If the pH is too acidic or alkaline, it is totally perilous to swim in. High pH levels can cause corrosion to your pool filter system and cleaning equipment. Similarly, keep the chlorine levels in check.
If the chlorine level is low, chances of bacteria growing and thriving in the pool water becomes high. On the other hand, if the chlorine levels are high, they can wreak havoc on your hair color and even fade your swimwear as well. Remember, chlorine is a strong chemical, so make sure to read the instructions and product labels diligently. Swimming pool water with an imbalanced chlorine or pH levels is dangerous for you. It is recommended to maintain a perfect level of chemicals to make swimming more safe and fun this summer.
Stay safe by carefully checking your pool’s safety equipment before you jump in the water. Make sure that all your safety equipment has been properly cleaned and is within your reach.
Give your pool a unique and contemporary look with pool shade sails. Installing a pool shade structure will not only provide you relief from the detrimental UV rays but also keep you entertained during the hot and sunny weather. Pool shade sails come in a wide array of shapes, sizes, colors, and materials, giving your pool a chic and fresh look.
From pool shade sails to pergolas, retractable shade canopies to umbrellas, cantilevers to retractable enclosures and freestanding shade structures, there is a vast variety of shade solutions available in the market that you can choose for your pool. Installing pool shade sails is a sensible idea to avoid getting roasted and is a great addition to your swimming pool, while giving it a bit of ambiance and style.
Keep the filter clean and regularly discard all the debris to maintain and improve the overall efficiency of your pool. Empty it out on a regular basis so the water flows freely through the filter.
Keeping your pool full of water is important. Water will evaporate naturally especially in hot, sunny days, so make sure the level is above the skimmer. If the water level falls below the level, simply refill the pool.
Start preparing your pool for the scorching weather by following the above-mentioned tips. To maintain your pool’s efficiency throughout the summer season, keep the filter clean, vacuum the pool regularly, check the levels of water, install some durable pool shade sails and carefully check the levels of chemicals at least once a month. Your pool is ready for the summer. Enjoy!
