Salt Water Pools - Myths & Truths
There are a lot of things about a Salt Water Pool also referred to as a Salt System or a Salt Water Generator that fall into the category of a myth. Other things that are true are seen as false and some things that are myths are truths. confused yet? Sounds like the intro to "Lord of the Rings" in fact ;). I will briefly touch on these and explain the truth about a Salt Water Pool. I will refer to a Salt Pool here as a Salt Water Generator (SWG). The first thing you need to know is that a SWG uses regular table salt - specifically made for your pool to remove any impurities. It is sold in 40 lbs. bags and labeled "pool salt." This is the only salt you want to add to your pool. All other types could stain the pool surface as some have additives. So stick with clearly labeled bags that say "Pool Salt." Myth: Salt Water Pools don't use chlorine The process is quite complex but the SWG will take the salt and convert it into chlorine. Yes, I did say