Saltwater Pools: Healthy Pools with Salt Chlorination

Saltwater pools have become established as one of the best alternatives for those seeking a more natural, comfortable, and healthy swimming experience. Thanks to salt chlorination equipment, it is possible to keep pool water effectively disinfected while reducing the need for traditional chemical products.

The system is based on three main elements:

1. Salt in the water (approx. 4-6 g/l, much lower than seawater)
2. Electrolysis cell (electrolytic cell)
3. Pool filtration system

When water passes through the cell, the salt (NaCl) breaks down and generates active chlorine. After disinfecting the pool water, it converts back into salt, creating a continuous, 100% natural and efficient cycle.

1. Healthier and More Comfortable Water

• Less irritation to eyes and skin
• No strong chlorine odor
• Softer water feel

This makes saltwater pools an ideal option for children and people with sensitive skin, for example.

2. Effective and Constant Disinfection

The system produces chlorine automatically and in a controlled manner, maintaining stable levels and avoiding peaks or deficiencies in disinfection.

3. Reduced Use of Chemical Products

Although chlorine is still present, it is generated naturally, reducing the need to handle harsh chemical products.

4. Simpler Maintenance

• Fewer manual interventions
• Greater water stability
• Possibility of complete automation through control and dosing equipment and/or home automation systems.

5. Sustainability

• Lower environmental impact
• Reduction of packaging and transportation of chemical products
• More efficient use of resources

Not exactly. Saltwater pools do contain chlorine, but it is generated naturally and in more stable and controlled quantities. The major difference lies in the water quality and the absence of irritating byproducts associated with poorly managed traditional chlorine.

Aspects to Consider

Although saltwater pools have many advantages, it is important to consider:

• Higher initial investment (electrolysis equipment)
• Periodic monitoring of salt level. NOTE: Innowater equipment performs this monitoring automatically, alerting when the salt level is low
• Cell maintenance (cleaning and replacement)
• Material compatibility to avoid corrosion