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Salt Water Swimming Pools

Discover the options available for your own salt water swimming pool

Salt Water Swimming Pool Installation

If you’re dreaming of a refreshing dip in your very own pool, a salt water swimming pool from Compass Pools could be the perfect choice for you. As experts in the design and installation of high-quality salt water pools, we can transform your outdoor space into a serene retreat like no other.

Based in Sussex, our team of skilled contractors are readily available throughout the UK, ensuring that you can enjoy the benefits of a salt water pool no matter where you reside. From initial design to flawless construction, we prioritise exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.

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Salt Water Pool Design

Salt water swimming pools are increasingly growing in popularity since they use less chlorine and require less sanitation work than traditional pool-based designs. As a lower maintenance pool, they’re a great way to save money on maintenance while still enjoying the benefits of an outdoor pool on your own property.

Each one of our Compass Pools can be installed as a saltwater pool – all our designs can be fitted with an IntelliChlor chlorine generator. This system uses regular table salt to produce chlorine in the swimming pool, which regulates the amount of chlorine contained within the pool. It also continually recycles the water to ensure it stays safe and hygienic for you to swim in.

Compass swimming pools are the ideal choice for saltwater as they are made using a specialist ceramic composite material. As a result, they won’t corrode from salt in the same way that concrete pools do, ensuring your pool lasts for many years to come.

We offer a wide variety of unique pool designs, with over 30 different shapes and sizes and a host of customisation options, so you can create your dream pool that will exceed your expectations. What’s more, we bring decades’ worth of experience and expertise to every one of our pool builds.

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Bespoke Pool Colours

Nova Stone
Nova Gray
Nova Pearl
Nova Anthracite
Nova Navy
Nova Blue
Bi-Luminite Smokey Quartz
Bi-Luminite Golden Pebble
Bi-Luminite Blue Sapphire
Bi-Luminite Blue Granite
Papyrus White
Cyber White

Why Choose a Salt Water Swimming Pool?

Saltwater pools offer a number of advantages over traditional freshwater pools. While saltwater pools still contain some chlorine, the concentration is significantly lower, resulting in a gentler and less drying experience for your skin and eyes. In fact, many people believe that saltwater can be beneficial for the skin, providing a natural exfoliation while remaining gentle. The water in a saltwater pool has a silky, luxurious feel and won’t cause eye irritation or hair discoloration.

Benefits of Salt Water Pools:

Lower chlorine levels for a more comfortable swimming experience
Silky, gentle water that’s easier on the skin and eyes
Natural exfoliation properties for healthier skin
No harsh chemical Odours or discoloration of hair

Freshwater pools require constant monitoring and adjustment of chlorine levels, while salt water pools are self-regulating thanks to their built-in chlorine generator. This means less time spent on maintenance, allowing you to simply enjoy your pool. A saltwater pool system also offers lower annual operating costs, as you don’t need to continuously purchase and add chlorine and other chemicals.

At Compass Pools, our saltwater pools are constructed using high-quality materials that are ideally suited for saltwater environments. Our one-piece ceramic pools are resistant to corrosion from saltwater, ensuring a long-lasting investment. Additionally, we upgrade our stainless-steel fittings to marine-grade 316 stainless steel at no extra cost, providing even more durability and longevity for your saltwater swimming pool.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do saltwater pools work?

While freshwater pools rely on chlorine to disinfect the water and keep it free from algae, bacteria and other organisms that can be damaging to our health, saltwater pools use an electrolytic chlorine generator or ECG. This generator separates salt in the pool water into two primary elements, one of which is chlorine. This is then circulated around the pool to sanitise it.

The main advantage of this process is that it doesn’t produce chloramines which is an irritating by-product of store-bought chlorine. These chloramines are what give the water in swimming pools that distinctive chlorine smell and can sting your eyes.

What kind of salt is used in a salt chlorine generator?

There are several options for the salt used in a saltwater pool:

• Solar salt
• Mechanically evaporated salt
• Mined salt

You should only use salt that’s intended for swimming pools, food-grade and non-iodised. The higher the purity level of the salt, the less maintenance will be required for your pool. It’s recommended to choose a salt that’s 99% purity or higher for the best results. It’s not recommended that you use rock salt or calcium chloride – rock salt won’t dissolve enough and isn’t of a pure enough quality, while calcium chloride impacts the hardness of the water and can lead to deposits forming on the pool walls.

How much salt does a saltwater pool need?

Salt levels in pools are typically 2,700-3,400ppm but it depends on your cell’s rating, as generators have different ranges. The optimal concentration is around 3,200ppm. PPM stands for Parts Per Million and it’s the amount of salt in milligrams that’s present in one litre of water. So, depending on the size of your pool and how much water it holds, the concentration of salt will vary.

However, there are online calculators you can use to determine how much salt is required for your pool. You can also check the reading on your salt chlorine generator to make sure it’s at the right level, or use a salt testing kit for an accurate measurement.

How long will a salt chlorine generator last?

Salt chlorine generator cells will usually last between 3 and 7 years. However, maintenance and salt levels will impact this. Maintaining your salt generator regularly will help it to last longer and improve the quality of the water in your swimming pool.

Can I still use an automatic cover with a saltwater pool?

There are a lot of metal components with an automatic cover, which saltwater can rust and damage, so we recommend using an inline erosion feeder if you have an automatic cover.

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Why Compass Pools?

At Compass Pools, we understand that a salt water swimming pool is more than just a garden feature; it’s an investment in your well-being and a sanctuary for relaxation and enjoyment. Let us bring your vision to life with our unparalleled expertise in swimming pool installation and commitment to you from design to installation.

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Carbon Ceramic Technology

Compass Pools are constructed using Carbon Fibre & Ceramic for Stength and Insulation
20 Year Warranty

Supported by the best guarantees in the industry, Compass Pools Carbon Ceramic Shells have a 20 Year Warranty
Green Swimming

Compass Pools are the most energy efficient pool construction type, with ceramic insulators and variable speed pumps

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David Clifford – Wales
"There are two aspects to the company, the people and the product. I can't fault either of them. The people are friendly, expert and very helpful. Theirs is a premium product but worth it. The build quality is first rate and the operating system options can give you a package as sophisticated as you wish."
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Jane Styslinger – Hampshire
"We couldn't be happier with the service we received from all the team. Right from Sheila in sales on day 1 through to John and Glenn on site. Now we have a pool the boys are in it in all weather and it gets them off the Xbox! They have used the pool every day since May-be it after school or early in the morning and we both use it to exercise whenever we have a spare half an hour.That alone makes it more than worth it."
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Sophie Bardrick
"Compass provided an excellent sales service with James Poore giving a full explanation of the pool construction and installation process. Compass delivered each stage on time and installed the pool quickly and efficiently under the direction of Alex. All team members were knowledgable and professional. Would highly recommend Compass Pools to anyone thinking of getting a pool."
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Tim Wilkinson
"Compass were a dream to deal with. They visited and prepared a very detailed quote with full details/breakdown. A start date was agreed on, they turned up on the agreed day and finished the install ahead of schedule. The install team were a pleasure to work with and had a good eye for detail / getting things right / keeping the site tidy. I would not hesitate to recommend Compass."