Pool chlorine, why use it

Active oxygen disinfection is said to be a safe method of water cleaning. It is true, active oxygen does not cause any allergic reactions, nor does it produce chloramines. An effective method, albeit more difficult to maintain ideal parameters. Active oxygen requires the use of supportive preparations, so-called activators, which make its action more effective.

A method often confused with active oxygen, due to the fact that ozone is a variant of it. A solution used more in public swimming pools. It consists of introducing ozone molecules into the pool, which break down into oxygen in the water and remove all viruses, bacteria and fungi. It is 15 times more powerful than chlorine, which translates into greater efficiency. However, it has the disadvantages of a high price of the technology and constant control due to toxicity.

This solution is used more often in private pools. The pool water is irradiated by special lamps emitting ultraviolet radiation. It removes almost all bacteria and other micro-organisms by destroying their DNA. It is not a stand-alone method, as it only complements chlorination. However, UV light has the advantage of oxidising chlorine compounds. This neutralises the unpleasant smell of chlorine in the water.