Can I add salt to a small wading pool to keep it clean? I thought of dissolving it in hot water - any advice?

Question

This is just a child's "splash" pool but I don't want to renew the water due to the water restrictions here (drought).

Answer 1

No, without the proper use of chemicals your water becomes a breading ground for harmful pollutants and bacteria.

There are two types of pool chemical systems available to maintain your water, chlorine and non-chlorine based. They both work equally well in keeping your water clean and healthy.

Chlorine systems use chlorine to kill bacteria and keep the pool water clear. Some people find the chlorine odor strong and offensive. It can fade bathing suits as well as color treated hair, and sting eyes.

The non-chlorine systems use a chemical called polyhexamethylene to keep the water clean and clear. This is a harmless chemical that is also used for contact cleaning solutions. It does not have the odor and fading qualities of chlorine. Generally non-chlorine based chemical systems are more expensive than chlorine based ones.

Answer 2

Give the 10 to BRAD. Buy a test kit too while you're buying the household Bleach.

I so want to assume that on 01/01 you live in the deep South. Even in Central FL. large pool, chlorine consumption is going to be minimized.

Answer 3

Small Pool

Answer 4

you will need chlorine.

Answer 5

About half a teaspoon of bleach per gallon of water will kill most bacteria, and won't be strong enough to be harmful to kids if swallowed. Salt won't do anything.