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link to The Top 10 Total Hardness FAQs for Saltwater Pool Owners

The Top 10 Total Hardness FAQs for Saltwater Pool Owners

As a saltwater pool owner, maintaining the proper chemical balance in your pool is essential for keeping the water clear, safe, and comfortable to swim in. One important factor to consider is total...

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How To Prepare Your Saltwater Pool For A Storm

As a pool owner, it's important to prepare your pool for any severe weather conditions that may come your way. Whether it's a heavy rain storm expected or something far more serious like a hurricane...

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When Should You Lower The Water Level In Your Saltwater Pool? (How Much)

There are occasions where the water level in your saltwater pool gets too high, possibly due to excessive rainfall or perhaps because your pool requires repairs. The question is how much to lower...

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Are 7 In 1 Pool Water Test Strips Accurate?

One good thing about saltwater pools is that they tend to easier to maintain than regular pools that need chemical chlorine added. A quality salt chlorinator can help to manage water chemistry and...

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Why Is pH So Important In A Saltwater Pool?

pH is a crucial aspect of saltwater pool chemistry because it affects the water's overall balance and the effectiveness of other pool chemicals. The pH level of pool water should be between 7.2 and...

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The Effects of Evaporation on Calcium Hardness in Saltwater Pools

As a pool owner, you are likely aware of the importance of maintaining proper water chemistry in your saltwater pool. One aspect of water chemistry that is often overlooked is calcium hardness....

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About the Author

I bought a home with a salt water pool in 2006 and soon realized the benefits over traditional chlorinated pools. On this website I'll discuss all the tips and tricks I've learned over the years. I'll also help you troubleshoot various problems with pools in general and ones specific to salt water pools that I've experienced personally!

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Salt Water Pool Chemistry

Recommended water chemistry for your salt water pool:

Salt:  2,700 ppm to 3,400 ppm

Free Chlorine:  1.0 to 3.0 ppm

pH:  7.2 to 7.8

Stabilizer:  60 ppm – 80 ppm (ideal)

Total Alkalinity (TA): 80 ppm to 120 ppm

Calcium hardness:  200 ppm to 400 ppm

Total Dissolved Solids: Less than 6,000 ppm

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