Since chlorine was first used to disinfect a swimming pool at Brown University in 1910, pool care has come a long way. And while chlorine remains a staple of pool maintenance, it has seen one more shift toward tablet form in recent decades.
Why chlorine tablets? Simply put, they work great when used correctly.
Let’s take a look at why we love chlorine tablets so much …
convenience
Chlorine tablets (also known as discs, blocks, or tabs) pack a powerful punch in a small package. Being lightweight, easy to store, offering stabilized or non-stabilized versions and with various size configurations (1 “, 3” or sticks) adds to its ease of use. Calculate the needs of your pool, put yourself in an automatic or floating chlorinator and you are done. No problems, no mess.
Cost effectiveness
Not only are chlorine tablets available these days, they are quite wallet tolerant. The online shopping comparison along with free shipping presents attractive offers. Three-inch drives can be located in the $ 1.90 per pound range with some homework. With approximately 105 tablets in a 50 pound bucket and using 2 per week in a 10,000 gallon pool, you get one year (52 weeks) of coverage. It’s not bad at all.
Constant release
Remember the phrase “slow and steady wins the race”? Well, lashes are just that. Unlike dumping liquid chlorine into your pool to suddenly shake up the chlorine level, the tabs slowly degrade to provide a nice even flow of product into the water.
Easy dosing
With chlorine tablets, you don’t need a Ph.D. in physics to determine your needs. A standard three-inch tablet effectively disinfects 5,000 gallons of water. Calculate the size of your pool in gallons and you are up and running.
Tested disinfectant
Newsflash: People urinate in pools. I know it’s hard to believe, but whether it’s from bodily fluids, airborne spores, leaves, or insects, some gross stuff gets in. Fortunately, their chlorine tablets are extremely effective in eradicating bacteria and preventing algae blooms when used correctly.
Versatility
Multifunctional chlorine tablets take it one step further. With the addition of ingredients like clarifiers, algaecides, and stain inhibitors, these treats are the Swiss Army Knives of the tablet world. A true all-in-one solution.
Pool care doesn’t have to be a complex scenario. With a simple cleaning plan, accurate water tests, chlorine tablets, and a little experience, crystal clear water awaits.
Happy swimming.