As the old saying goes, prevention is better than cure. Considering that, we\u2019ve listed below three problems that can reduce the life of your pool and how to avoid them. Keep reading! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
1.<\/strong> Efflorescence<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Maybe you don’t know this problem from this technical and complicated definition, but efflorescence is nothing more than those whitish stains with a runny appearance, which ruin the aesthetics of the pool. Efflorescence are deposits of crystals resulting from salts dissolved in water, which after evaporation, stain the surface. Basically, the emergence of this phenomenon can be explained as a chemical reaction between the pool water and the calcium present in most grouts and sealants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The best way to avoid this problem is to invest in grouts and sealants that are resistant to the aggressions characteristic of swimming pools, thus preventing this chemical reaction from happening. Currently on the market, the Infinity Swimming pool Grout<\/a> line and the MS 426 Swimming pool Sealant <\/a> are the only products that fit this recommendation. Keep reading as we go into more depth on these solutions below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 2. Detachment of the pads<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the main causes for the detachment of the tablets is the infiltration of water behind the coating. And, one of the most common ways for water to seep in is through the places where the grout and\/or sealant has crumbled. In other words, avoiding the crumbling of these materials and using flexible products are the most effective ways to avoid peeling in your pool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We have an article on our blog exclusively about crumbling pool grout<\/a>, but we’ll summarize it in this article so you can understand the root of this problem. The calcium hardness of water is directly linked to the emergence of this pathology, because when this level is low, the water \u201csteals\u201d the calcium that is missing from the grout, sealant and mortar. And, that’s how these components start to crumble. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, again the solution to avoid problems in the pool can be to use products without calcium in the formula. Since, without this substance in the composition, the water even with low calcium hardness will have nowhere to \u201csteal\u201d, making the products remain intact. Avoiding the grout and sealant from crumbling is one of the most effective ways to prevent water from seeping behind the inserts and causing debonding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Remembering that this failure is horrible not only because of the aesthetic damage, but also because it can trigger a much more serious and difficult problem to solve: infiltrations. Read about this pathology below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 3. Infiltrations<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Leaks in swimming pools are very serious problems<\/a>, but fortunately they are not the most frequent. Usually, the pool shows signs that something is wrong before such a big and serious problem occurs. But what are these signs? These are precisely the problems in the pool that we have just seen: efflorescence, crumbling and the detachment of tablets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When infiltrations arise, it is necessary to understand the cause of the problem. It is recommended to review the history of the pool and its designs, as well as an underwater or empty site inspection. This is the only way to understand how the problem arose and which way to solve it is more cost-effective. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, taking steps to avoid problems is still the best way. So, before building your pool, make sure you have a good plan. Invest in a project that includes important aspects such as the location of the pool on the ground, shape, size, drainage, floor drop, hydraulic and electrical installations, waterproofing and finishes. All these factors are essential to guarantee that your pool will be a place for leisure and not for problems. In addition to that, it is important to have a specialized workforce to carry out this project. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Use products suitable for this environment<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Having a detailed project and a specialized workforce are as important as using the right products for this environment. Once, swimming pools are places with specific requirements that quickly become major problems<\/a> when inappropriate products are used. Therefore, when choosing materials for this type of work, it is essential to keep some information in mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The first one, as you may have noticed throughout this article, is whether or not the product has calcium in the formulation. This is important to prevent the grout or sealant from crumbling when in constant contact with unbalanced water. As crumbling can be the gateway to other pathologies, this point is extremely important. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to that, products must be flexible. Since the components that make up a swimming pool are subject to thermal expansion and the pressure exerted by the water. Only highly flexible products will be able to withstand these movements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n No problems in the pool! Meet the new MS 426 Swimming Pool Sealant<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to a detailed and well-executed project by a specialized team, it became clear that it is extremely important to use adequate and quality products to avoid problems in the pool. To resist in this type of environment and have a high durability, the materials must withstand the variation of calcium hardness, the pressures exerted by the water, the action of chlorine and other chemical products used for water treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Considering that, Hard Group launched MS 426 Swimming pool, the first sealant developed especially for submerged or humid areas. Resistant to chlorine attack and without calcium carbonate in the formulation, MS 426 Swimming pool is the guarantee that the conditions of the pool water will not interfere with the technical properties of the sealant. In addition to that, it withstands thermal expansion and the pressure exerted by water, as it has a high movement capacity (50%). Learn more about this product in the video below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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