Chlorine has always been the basic material for keeping swimming pools clean. However, transporting, handling and storing it can be dangerous. The introduction of salt chlorinators has eliminated the need to add chlorine to your water because the system itself produces it. The only thing you need to add to the system is salt.

Beyond worrying about the safety of handling chlorine, many people feel that using salt chlorinators is better for the environment. Others say that the water in a pool cleaned in this way feels better, softer and is gentler on the skin. Some people complain that water chlorinated in the traditional way is drying and irritating to their skin. Whatever your reasons for wanting to use this method to clean your pool water, it can be a great method as long as the system is well maintained and operated correctly.

Salt chlorinators are also known as chlorine generators. Whatever name you call it by, its purpose is to create chlorine for your pool. Electrolysis is used to create the chlorine by breaking down the salt as the water from the pool passes over the cell. One of the products of this breakdown is chlorine which is carried by the water back into the pool.

Using salt chlorinators does not free you from maintaining your pool's balance. In order for these systems to work properly the water must be maintained at a correct PH level. 24/7 circulation is optimal for use with these systems. You must also be careful to maintain the salt chlorinator unit itself as they can be subject to mineral deposits which will inhibit their effectiveness.

The pool professionals at Your Pool Products have many years in the industry and extensive experience with salt chlorinators. Please do not hesitate to call and discuss your specific situation with them. They will be happy to help you find the right system for your swimming pool.