What would be the best alternative to chemical treatment for outdoor pools?

Ladka Heidari

3 years ago Updated: Sept. 10, 2020

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We are looking for ecological options instead of chemicals for a pool, what are your recommendations?

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Robert J. Pierson Best answer 3 years ago

Our favorite alternative to chlorinated backyard pools is a natural swimming pond, read more about them here and download a free natural pool DIY building guide –

All about natural swimming pools and ponds

Natural ponds are filtered by plant life, but for a conventional swimming pool, or even hot tub, they can be treated with salt water as well. That would be our preferred alterative to cholorine. It’s not quite as nice an experience (for humans and wildlife) as a natural pond, but it’s a far cry better than stepping our of a chlorinate pool coated in a chemical smell, at least in our humble opinion!

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