Do salt water pools need conditioning?

Salt water pools typically do not require the same level of conditioning as chlorine pools. However, it is still necessary to maintain the proper water balance, pH level, and alkalinity to keep the pool healthy and enjoyable for swimmers. Some of the things you may need to do to condition your salt water pool include:

- Adding salt to the pool water. The salt level should be between 2,000 and 3,000 parts per million (ppm).

- Adjusting the pH level. The pH level should be between 7.2 and 7.8.

- Adjusting the alkalinity level. The alkalinity level should be between 80 and 120 ppm.

- Adding a chlorine stabilizer. This will help to prevent the chlorine in the pool from breaking down too quickly.

- Adding a phosphate remover. This will help to prevent algae growth.

It is important to test your pool water regularly to make sure that the levels of these chemicals are correct. You can do this by using a test kit or by taking a sample of your pool water to a pool store.

If you are not comfortable maintaining your salt water pool yourself, you can hire a pool service company to do it for you.