Hi TFP
Looking at building a new pool and this time around highly considering a SWG. Previous pool was built 2 years ago and was done with an inline chlorinator. That solution has worked fine but the CYA did get high which led to some water replacement. Not terrible over the course of 2 years.
In speaking with pool builders, I get mixed reviews, none so far that say dont' do it, but more so of what to look out for.
Can you please help confirm if these concerns are legit.
- Certain furniture material/finish around the pool is not recommended due to corrosion. (not a big turn off, as the right furniture can be purchased). Is there more to this?
- Aware of cell's needing to be replaced, so just something to plan for.
- Glass tile not ideal as it never looks good. Develops a film like finish. So far the designers mentioned that a waiver had to be signed when doing salt-pools and glass tile.
- If doing natural stone such as Travertine, constant upkeep to keep the stone sealed to avoid spilled water damaging the stone over time. Mainly for the decking. However I question the travertine coping as well. Does this apply to spray- deck finish as well? Or even a porcelain floor?
- All have mentioned it is tricky to keep the pool balanced, so it can be a nightmare if you fall into a wormhole and find it hard to get out of. I can sorta of see this being true for a brand new pool owner. Curious for someone that has been doing their own upkeep for 2+ years, perhaps just the learning curve of the SWG % / run times and balancing salt. Does anyone find truth to salt pools being more difficult than a regular chlorine tab pool?
- Draining any pool water should be done directly to the street, not on lawn or plants as it is not friendly to landscaping?
Anything else that I may be missing that is worth considering?
We plan to do Pebble Sheen, Travertine Coping, Spray-Deck or Travertine Decking, Outdoor kitchen(doubtful on appliance finish, yet it would be a good distance from the pool water.)
Looking at building a new pool and this time around highly considering a SWG. Previous pool was built 2 years ago and was done with an inline chlorinator. That solution has worked fine but the CYA did get high which led to some water replacement. Not terrible over the course of 2 years.
In speaking with pool builders, I get mixed reviews, none so far that say dont' do it, but more so of what to look out for.
Can you please help confirm if these concerns are legit.
- Certain furniture material/finish around the pool is not recommended due to corrosion. (not a big turn off, as the right furniture can be purchased). Is there more to this?
- Aware of cell's needing to be replaced, so just something to plan for.
- Glass tile not ideal as it never looks good. Develops a film like finish. So far the designers mentioned that a waiver had to be signed when doing salt-pools and glass tile.
- If doing natural stone such as Travertine, constant upkeep to keep the stone sealed to avoid spilled water damaging the stone over time. Mainly for the decking. However I question the travertine coping as well. Does this apply to spray- deck finish as well? Or even a porcelain floor?
- All have mentioned it is tricky to keep the pool balanced, so it can be a nightmare if you fall into a wormhole and find it hard to get out of. I can sorta of see this being true for a brand new pool owner. Curious for someone that has been doing their own upkeep for 2+ years, perhaps just the learning curve of the SWG % / run times and balancing salt. Does anyone find truth to salt pools being more difficult than a regular chlorine tab pool?
- Draining any pool water should be done directly to the street, not on lawn or plants as it is not friendly to landscaping?
Anything else that I may be missing that is worth considering?
We plan to do Pebble Sheen, Travertine Coping, Spray-Deck or Travertine Decking, Outdoor kitchen(doubtful on appliance finish, yet it would be a good distance from the pool water.)
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