The process of emptying a kiddie pool so that it can be refilled with clean water is one that is often wasteful and, in most situations, superfluous. Unless your child has defecated, urinated, or vomited into the water, a little chlorine tab should be sufficient to maintain a clean and safe bathing environment.
Floating chlorinators, also known as chlorine floaters, filled with either 1″ or 3″ chlorine tablets are the most reliable method for maintaining a stable chlorine concentration in a swimming pool.
Most inflatable pools only require weekly tablet replacement of half a 3-inch tablet or multiple 1-inch tabs. However, you can confirm this with the results of the test you’ve prepared.
Freely available chlorine should be tested twice weekly to ensure it stays between 2.0 and 4.0 parts per million. Put in enough tablets to ensure a steady chlorine level in the pool.
What are some tips to keep a pool clean?
Cover your kiddie pool to prevent dirt from getting in.
The use of a pool cover during the night will prevent dirt and insects from falling into the pool. If the pool is huge and deep, the water temperature may be maintained, which may be appreciated by the children.
Use a net to collect trash from the pool.
As the cover cannot be kept in place at all times, objects will eventually be blown into the water. Debris in the inflatable pool should be scooped and removed using a net, just as if it were a swimming pool.
The Aquatix skimming net is one option to consider. It consists of a fine mesh net that allows you to scoop up debris as you skim across the pool surface, and it has five different parts so that you may make the pole as long or as short as you need it to be. It works wonderfully for removing debris from the surface of a backyard pond.
Alternately, if you really despise the slimy feel of fallen leaves, you can use a pool vacuum to remove them from your kiddie pool without even having to touch them.
Take Care While Mowing the Lawn
You, unfortunately, may contribute to the presence of undesirable elements in the swimming pool. Don’t cut the grass right before guests arrive. If you want to prevent leaves from falling into the pool from above, you can do things like trim back any bushes or trees that are near the pool’s location. Also, keep your decks and patios clean so that nothing can fly into your pool when the wind picks up.
As an added bonus, you may hose out dirty feet with a garden hose before entering, encouraging everyone who uses it to do the same. If nothing else is available, a bowl of water from the kitchen sink placed near the pool for children to wet their feet in before entering should do the trick.
How can you safely use chemicals in the kiddie pool?
Pool Solutions recommends these items to ensure that your kiddie pool is always clean and safe:
- Stabilized chlorine with an active concentration of 55–62%. Sodium dichloroisocyanurate is the correct chemical name for this compound. For pools between 200 and 1,000 gallons in size, we recommend Aqua Chem Granules, which contain 55% chlorine.
- An effective algae killer. Poly[oxyethylene (dimethyliminio) ethylene (dimethyliminio) ethylene dichloride is the chemical name you’re looking for, but it’s a mile long. The algaecide acts as a backup measure in case the chlorine level drops, and it prevents the spread of microorganisms that are resistant to chlorine. Pool Breeze Algaecide is non-foaming and an excellent choice for eliminating algae.
- Just your run-of-the-mill, everyday bleach with a 6% active concentration
- A water quality analyzer. Water testing strips that check for chlorine, bromine, and alkalinity in one simple package.
How do you add pool chemicals to a kiddie pool?
Put in the bleach and borax, then fill the pool. Test strips should be used after an hour has passed. Chlorine levels of 3.0 or higher are recommended, along with a pH of 7.4 or above. You can probably just disregard the bromine and the high pH. Once the calculations are complete, the algaecide can be added, and the pool can be used.
Prior to each swim, have the pool checked. Chlorine granules should be added and thoroughly mixed in if the chlorine concentration is less than 2.0 parts per million. Wait 10 minutes and retest, then go swimming.
Once a week, drain the pool and use the same chemical protocol: bleach and borax first, then algaecide, and finally chlorine when the level falls below 2 parts per million.
How long can you leave water in a kiddie pool?
Changing the water in a plastic or inflatable kiddie pool at least once every two weeks is recommended. Pools should be drained daily if chlorine is not being used to eliminate bacteria. In as little as 24 or 48 hours, water that has been sitting around without chlorine might become unusable.
What are some tools you can have to improve your pool’s sanitary levels?
Pool Leaf Skim net
There are a few distinct types of pool leaf nets available. The largest leaf rakes are essentially skim nets that have been sewn into a large bag. Debris from pools can be easily collected using a leaf rake. However, leaf skimmers, which are a particular type of flat mesh net, are great for removing debris from the water’s surface. For a larger pool, you can attach the skim net to a pole and move it across the pool surface. If the pool is shallow enough, you can use it without a pole.
Pool Cover
A pool cover serves several useful purposes for keeping a kiddie pool or other small pool in good condition. Firstly, they prevent dirt and dust from entering the pool, and secondly, they discourage animals from contaminating the water. In the warmest portions of the summer, evaporation from a small pool can be greatly reduced by using a solid cover. It is possible to purchase a cover that precisely fits the top of several Intex and inflatable pool types. Use of a modest sun cover is another option; this can slightly warm the water and add a few weeks to the swimming season. A simple tarp and some bungee cords or heavy objects can serve the same purpose in an emergency.
A Pool Cleaner
To quickly and easily remove significant volumes of trash from any pool, a little vacuum is an invaluable tool. Connecting a hose to a leaf vacuum or using a simple battery-operated leaf vacuum to collect trash is an easy solution for leafy pool areas with a lot of trash. There is also a more compact model available that is part of the Intex Maintenance Kit. An alternative is to utilize a handheld pool vacuum, such as the Intex Handheld Vacuum, that is powered by a rechargeable battery.
Pool Filter
Maintaining proper circulation and filtration every day is one of the simplest methods to keep a pool clean and healthy. Only a pool filter will do the trick for this. Filters aid in getting rid of the finer particles of trash that skimmer nets and pool vacuums could miss. If your water is full of impurities, your sanitizer won’t be able to do its job. Even though filters aren’t frequently available with inflatable pools, you can still use one. Cartridge for the Intex Mini Each filter has a hose that measures 6 feet in length and can be submerged with the help of weights or an ordinary sand bag. Avoid swimming in the pool while the filtration pump is operating to avoid sucking air into the intake pipe.
Should you use epsom salt in a kiddie pool?
One example of a helpful hack that may be found online is the addition of Epsom salt to a kiddie pool. But, in terms of practicality for a home garden, is it a good plan? At first glance, it seems reasonable to sprinkle some salt into a kiddie pool, since a salty atmosphere can be beneficial in eradicating some bacteria.
Since saltwater is less harsh on the skin, it is generally touted as a more wholesome option than chlorinating a kiddie pool. Sodium chloride is the active ingredient in table salt, but magnesium chloride is the active ingredient in Epsom salt.
