zero chlor for pools

Tavi1


Joined: 16/05/2011
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 10:19

Hi, from new member

has anyone used zero chlor for more than a season? & with results please good or bad

snakes



Joined: 28/10/2008
Posts: 1512

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 11:41

Hello Tavi1 welcome ! we have used Zerochlor now for 2 years and are more than pleased with the results ! Like any pool maintenance it takes a while to perfect but easy to maintain when there. We originally moved to Zerochlor as it is kinder to Mrs Snakes asthma and the pool always looks "sparkley clean" Although i maintain my own pool I understand Dave at Zerochlor (0533 8305302) is offering a package at similar costs to Chlorine pools which I think is very good ! regards Barry

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 12:34

Hi Tavi1.



I have used zerochlor in my pool now for the second year,so far so good,would not go back to useing chlorine in my pool ever again.This is his companies third year.

I also know david AKA zerochlor as a friend and to work with.







Amanda

LooseBoots



Joined: 08/02/2009
Posts: 1258

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 12:37

2 Years seems like a reasonable trial period. Have been thinking about using Zero chlor for a while...but never taken the plung.......so to speak...............but know it is healthier.............

snakes



Joined: 28/10/2008
Posts: 1512

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 12:49

Looseboots its kinder to my hair !!!!!!!!!!!

Deniz1


Joined: 28/07/2009
Posts: 3829

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 13:09

Ha Ha Barry x

Deniz1


Joined: 28/07/2009
Posts: 3829

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 13:11

i wish Dave could persuade our committee to change over i hate using our pool as it affects my skin so much. Talk to Gary please Dave.

Washerman


Joined: 19/09/2008
Posts: 2301

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 13:52

We made the switch to Zerochlor on our two pools. They supply the product and do the pool maintenance which we cannot fault.

Our pools were both turning green and within a week, Zerochlor had them sorted out. Credit where credit is due.

Can't wait to give chlorine free swimming a try, but only when it warms up a bit !

Lor49



Joined: 12/11/2009
Posts: 82

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 14:03

We use Zerochlor and cant fault it. Dave arranged the maintenance and again no complaints. My first swim in the pool this year was March, and it was definately different, apart from it being on the cold side, the water 'felt softer' and my skin didnt dry white. There is also a huge difference in the appearance of the pool, as Snakes said, the water is sparkley clean.



Welcome to the site.

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 14:43

Tavi1.



If you would like any info regarding zerochlor you may go to http://www.zerochlor.co.uk



Once on the website you can speak direct to some one in zerochlor and find out what ever info you may well need to maybe help you with the change over if that is what you would like,there is a live chat box on the bottom right side of the webpage as your looking at it.





Amanda.

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 16:49

Some 1 has left a message on the zerochlor website regarding a 10x5 pool,sorry that no 1 answerd your question but here is the answer.



For zerochlor to maintain that size of pool as a zerochlor pool it would cost £65 per month



A 8x4 would be £55 per month.

joseph


Joined: 17/04/2008
Posts: 709

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 17:17

Hi Tavi... as mentioned on another thread we have been using zerochlor for six months and no complaints.



I think the overriding factor for us was simply health related or perhaps that should read skin related. Most of the testimonials we read expressed their delight to an end of ear-aches and rashes ,especially with young children (who will often spend all day in the pool) and for those with sensitive skin.. since commissioning zerochlor.



Regards Joseph

snakes



Joined: 28/10/2008
Posts: 1512

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 17:53

The other aspect which should be mentioned is that there is some form of complacency in using Chlorine as the majority (not all) of pool maintenance people tend to turn up now and then and chuck in a bucket of chlorine which sorts most things out including your skin ! No doubt that if tended properly a pool with chlorine is good and adequate but in my opinion yesterdays technology and definately not as good as Zerochlor ! as Lor49 says the water is softer and clearer just like spring water compared to tap !!! regards barry

Jefferson


Joined: 17/05/2010
Posts: 360

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 18:02

Just starting with Zerochlor. Zerochlor added 3 months ago and nothing since. The chlorine level has not dropped in this time so I am reluctant to add another bottle. Pool looks great and I have been using it for past 2 months. Did anyone else have this problem on changing to Zerochlor.

snakes



Joined: 28/10/2008
Posts: 1512

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 18:11

The lifespan of Zerochlor can be longer than expected ! the ideal situation would have been to reduce the chlorine level to almost nil then start Zerochlor. Not a bad thing because Zerochlor needs an Oxygeniser which chlorine can do for now which takes a long while to reduce ! you will need some potassium monosulphate to replace chorine to oxygenise your pool when chlorine finally expires ! you will only need minimal amounts of this chemical say half a kilo per month ! regards Barry

Jefferson


Joined: 17/05/2010
Posts: 360

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 19:44

Thanks for that Barry.

Tavi1


Joined: 16/05/2011
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 19:51

Hi All

Re Zerochlor

Thank you very much for all the help, looks like another convert to Zerochlor.!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks again.

LooseBoots



Joined: 08/02/2009
Posts: 1258

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 19:59

Re Msg 5 . Barry..............didn`t realise the chlorine was responsible for the lost locks.......I`d better convert quickly.............



As well as Chlorine at the moment I use a Floatron...............anyone know if this is compatible with Zero chlor?

JohhnyLee


Joined: 25/04/2009
Posts: 2495

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 20:07

Have heard many good reports about the product, If it restores your hair then thats a plus.



Does it make you look younger ?

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 20:12

Ive just had a phone call from David /zerochlor asking me to thank the people who use the product and have left good recomendations,he hopes you will keep enjoying swimming chlorine free now and in the future.





Happy chlorine free swimming folks

LooseBoots



Joined: 08/02/2009
Posts: 1258

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 20:12

Hmmmmmmmmmmm. Probably but that means that Barry still hasn`t found the right balance,,,,,,,,,,,,,



Only joking................

Scoty


Joined: 23/05/2010
Posts: 846

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 20:13

re msg 11 - £65 p/m - does that include the bottles of zerochlor and other chemicals as required or is that extra. Know someone who has been thinking of changing their private pool but are back in UK just now and don't think they are a member on here.



TIA

snakes



Joined: 28/10/2008
Posts: 1512

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 20:34

message 18 !!!! had a full head of hair when I got here ! work it out for yourself ha ha !! Johnnylee ! think you read it wrong !! but i wouldnt av it any other way ha ha !

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 20:40

scoty message 22



£65 pounds sterling per month means for a 10x5 pool maintenance including all chemicals,2 times per week visits in the summer,1time per week visit in the winter.



When zerochlor told me his prices i thought he was going crazy,but those are his prices and where as everything has gone up in price in cyprus and the world,zerochlor has held his prices the same for the last 2 years and still no change in his prices.



He deserves a pat on the back helping us all to swim chlorine free so inexpensive.

Scoty


Joined: 23/05/2010
Posts: 846

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 20:42

Msg 24 - thanks for that. Thought the price was low if all inclusive. Will pass this info on and good chance a new customer coming your way.

Thanks again.

snakes



Joined: 28/10/2008
Posts: 1512

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 20:43

0maintenance ! I hope he is still able to see the support he is deservedly getting !! regards barry

deputydawg


Joined: 30/03/2010
Posts: 1727

Message Posted:
17/05/2011 23:29

After 7 years I have emptied my pool for the first time to enable replacement of old concrete edgings with travertine (spelling?) and regrouting for cosmetic value. The workers were astonished by the cleanliness and sparkle of the tiles, these not needing acid cleaning, which brought the comment "who ever looks after this pool knows something about chemical levels and PH". I responded that I know nothing about pool care and it is all down to me using David's Zerochlor. I can confirm that I too have enjoyed all the benefits listed by others and overall we as a family spend more time in the pool as it is a far more enjoyable place and much time, effort, and money is saved. For example, I have not had to use a brush within the pool once in the last 12 months. The boss of these workers wants me to get him some Zerochlor !

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
18/05/2011 08:15

Good Morning Brian.



I shall thank you on behalf of david @ zerochlor for your very nice posting,hope to see you back at the office once your pool is finished,he is always glad to know his customers are very happy with the product.





Happy chlorine free swimming folks





Amanda.



PS. Barry,yes he does have a read from time to time and appreciates the good posts.

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
18/05/2011 08:38

Several people have left questions on the zerochlor website during the night,i cannot answer you direct as you left no email address.

1st question,where is the best place to buy zerochlor and will the shop be open on thursday.

The only place to buy zerochlor is in catalkoy from zerochlor shop which is opposite the alpet petrol station or almost opposite bow thai restaurant,and the shop is also open on thursday.



The person asking about ,can zerochlor be used in conjunction with a floatron,your floatron should be doing the job if the solar panel on it is getting enough sunlight each day,if it is not working so well maybe you need a new mineral electrode which will last approximately 1- 3 swimming seasons,personally i would use 1 or the other,but if you wish to try the 2 together,by all means do,then you can let us know your findings in combining the 2.

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
18/05/2011 08:48

The person who has asked. Woke up this morning and the pool has a slight orange tinge to the top of the pool,will zerochlor get rid of this.

I think alot of people will have woke up this morning to a orange colour dust on there pools,its maybe a fine sand blowing in from africa or carried in the rain,if your pool is not on overflow,put it on overflow and the dust should get carried off to the overflow channels,no need for zerochlor,unless you wish to change to it,zerochlor wont protect your pool from fine sand or dust in the air!

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
18/05/2011 13:24

If you have any questions to ask on the zerochlor website,could you please leave your email address if you do not get the answer to your questions,as we have no other way of responding to your questions if we miss you online in the website.





Amanda

LooseBoots



Joined: 08/02/2009
Posts: 1258

Message Posted:
18/05/2011 20:28

Yes I have the floatron. And now I am going to see what happens when I use virtually NIL chlorine.............according to all the blurb as per msg 29 The FLOATRON should do the job......



My prob was I had not reduced the chlorine ......................we will see what happens.............

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
18/05/2011 20:33

When useing the floatron you should only need to oxodize the pool occasionly,there are a few ways to oxodize your pool.

1 being with a little chlorine.



2 being with potasium monopersulphate,AKA regen.



Chlorine is a very good oxodizer but of course can be harmful if used in great amounts.



Maybe only around 50grams weekly should be used if you have a floatron.

LooseBoots



Joined: 08/02/2009
Posts: 1258

Message Posted:
18/05/2011 21:11

Thanks, will use what chlorine I have left, although will use trace amounts then switch to Potassium mono.....



Thanks for the advice........



I should have reduced chlorine levels before but all this flipping rain has not helped..........

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
19/05/2011 08:28

Hi Looseboots.



You should be looking for target readings of .3 PPM,of protective minerals when doing your ION tests.



If the ion reading climbs to .5 PPM or more, remove the Floatron from the water for a week and monitor ion level weekly.



The reasons for ion testing is to initially determine that it is safe to reduce chlorine, and subsequently to establish a floating schedule which results in a steady ion reading of approximately .3 PPM.



The pH level you should be aiming for is 7.2 - 7.8. For some reason the floatron works well or better at slightly higher PH levels.

WHO SAID ITS NOT EASY TO LOOK AFTER YOUR OWN POOL !



Happy almost chlorine free swimming looseboots

philbailey


Joined: 17/01/2011
Posts: 3534

Message Posted:
20/05/2011 16:51

Is this salt water?

LooseBoots



Joined: 08/02/2009
Posts: 1258

Message Posted:
20/05/2011 22:00

Thanks msg 35

stilluvithere



Joined: 03/12/2008
Posts: 765

Message Posted:
20/05/2011 22:27

I use zerochlor, but a word of advice, don't overdo the zerochlor or it can turn blonde hair green.

Jarnac


Joined: 23/11/2010
Posts: 60

Message Posted:
21/05/2011 10:31

How much roughly does it cost per month to use zerochlor - is it more than chlorine - do you have to use alot of it?

goonerstan



Joined: 14/04/2008
Posts: 397

Message Posted:
21/05/2011 12:38

do you have to alter any pipe work in pump room to start useing zerochlor?

queen


Joined: 04/05/2011
Posts: 42

Message Posted:
21/05/2011 20:07

very interesting messages indeed...so how much would it be for 16x6?

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
22/05/2011 01:22

Message 38. john



you are quite correct,that is why all davids customers are always advised as well as yourself it is always better to under dose than over dose,whether it be with zerochlor or chlorine,but the beauty of zerochlor if you do overdose and happen to have blonde hair and you get a tinge of green in your hair,you can wash it out with either fairy washing up liquid or tomato kethup.



But with us being a professional pool company we would never over dose a pool with either zerochlor or chlorine.

The only people who do over dose is the folk who do not know what they are doing but pretend to know and then blame the tools !!

Mesage 40 goonerstan.

Nothing needs changing,no pipes,no pumps.no filters,nothing,everything can stay just the way it is and you can just use the product.

Message 41.

We would have to come out and take a look at your pool,as giving a price here may well be over priced,so it would be easier to price if we see the pool.



Happy chlorine free swimming.

nostradamus


Joined: 15/04/2008
Posts: 557

Message Posted:
22/05/2011 07:30

Loose Boots: yes, you can certainly use Zerochlor in conjunction with a Floatron but you shouldn't need much of it, as with chlorine. Check the mineral electrode in your Floatron - if it is down to the thickness of a pencil then it needs replacing. Contact me at: sherwood@agobard.com if you need a new electrode - we are the Floatron distributors here in Cyprus.

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
22/05/2011 08:00

nostradamus



Thanks for letting us know who you are,next time were asked about the floatron i dont need to do the mediterranean shrug,i can send them your way.

Pandy


Joined: 27/08/2010
Posts: 171

Message Posted:
22/05/2011 21:50

Can't praise Zerochlor enough for doing a great job of keeping our pool clean.

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
23/05/2011 18:50

Thanks to all who have replied to this post.



Glad your so very happy pandy.

BigAlas


Joined: 07/06/2009
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
05/06/2011 18:42

Loose Boots - can you tell me where I can buy a Floatron please and what sort of price might I get one for?



TIA

bondyboy


Joined: 15/05/2009
Posts: 67

Message Posted:
05/06/2011 23:39

is there any one useing it in bogaz side had enough of green pool

Smity



Joined: 14/09/2009
Posts: 826

Message Posted:
06/06/2011 00:37

Floatron brillaint have tried both and floatron wins £37 per year for the electrode £183 for the unit





http://www.microwaterman.com/FloatronPoolIonizer/FloatronSolarPoolIonizer.htm

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
06/06/2011 08:42

Smity.



Glad your happy with your floatron and had the sense to move away from chlorine.



Now your away from chlorine and useing your floatron,what will you oxodise your pool with?



Happy chlorine free swimming folks.





PS. i dont remember you as a customer.

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
06/06/2011 16:09

Hi bondyboy. Msg48



Not sure if i have any customers in bogaz,but you can be my 1st if you wish



If your tired of having a green pool,come and give us a try,green pools would be a thing of the past for you.





Happy chlorine free swimming folks



http://www.zerochlor.co.uk

queen


Joined: 04/05/2011
Posts: 42

Message Posted:
08/06/2011 11:02

Dave done a perfect pro job on my pool....first week of using chlor free..beautiful sparkling water, def made a lot of difference, I wished I used chlor free before...very happy. Thank you Dave!

0maintenance


Joined: 22/09/2010
Posts: 2179

Message Posted:
14/06/2011 11:23

Thanks Sonmez,i shall pass on your message.



As you know david works with Pooltech on all of the zerochlor pools,so it would be a team effort and without such a great team all of this could not be possible.



Thanks for trusting Davids product and pooltech to care for your pool in the way it should be cared for.



Happy chlorine free swimming Queen.



http://www.zerochlor.co.uk





Amanda.