PH control of your swimming pool
Balancing your pool-water is a vital part of keeping a healthy pool environment. The disinfection system you chose will have complimentary products to control your pH.
A correct balance is achieved when the level of acidity and the level of alkalinity closely match natural levels.
This relationship is known as the pH value and is measured from 0-14, with 7 being neutral.
High pH value – Alkaline conditions of the swimming pool water
A high pH value (above 7) indicates a higher content of alkaline substances than acid types in the water.
If the pH value is too high, then the effectiveness of the disinfection process (when using chlorine) is reduced. Scale formation may occur, the water could become cloudy and the capability of the filter might be reduced due to blockage.
Low pH value – Acid conditions of the swimming pool water
A low pH Value (less than 7) indicates a greater acidic than alkaline content.
If the pH value is too low, it is probable that corrosion will occur around the pools fittings.
Most importantly a low pH may lead to skin and eye irritation.
Swimming pool water - Ideal pH
As you can see, though your pool water may appear clean you can only be certain that it is safe and healthy if you regularly check (and if necessary re-adjust) the pH value.
The ideal pH level is 7.2 – 7.6
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