Saltwater vs Chlorine Pools: Costs, Pros and Cons
Saltwater or traditional chlorine? How salt chlorine generators work, upfront and running costs, maintenance, feel of the water, and which suits your pool.
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Equipment
Filters, pumps, cleaners and chlorinators: what to buy and how to run them.
Sand vs Cartridge vs DE Pool Filters
Sand, cartridge and DE pool filters compared: how fine they filter, cleaning, water use, cost and lifespan, plus how to tell when your filter needs attention.
Robotic Pool Cleaners: What Actually Matters When You Buy
What to look for in a robotic pool cleaner: wall and waterline cleaning, filtration, navigation, cable or cordless, maintenance and warranty.
Heat Pump vs Gas vs Solar Pool Heaters
Heat pump, gas or solar pool heater? How each works, running costs, heating speed, climate fit and sizing, plus why a pool cover is the cheapest upgrade of all.
Variable-Speed Pool Pumps: Are the Savings Real?
Why variable-speed pool pumps use far less electricity, how much you might save, how to program one, and what to check before you buy or replace a pump.
How to Vacuum a Pool Manually
How to vacuum a pool by hand: the equipment you need, priming the hose, filter or waste settings, the right technique, and what to do when suction is weak.