The dacha pond is designed for a pleasant pastime. Leaves and dust settle on the walls, and the water becomes favorable for the growth of bacteria. To maintain cleanliness, it is necessary to wash the frame pool using mechanical or chemical treatment.
Stagnant water blooms under the influence of ultraviolet radiation and algae forms in it
Why do you need to wash a frame pool?
A country pond is often installed in an open area. Therefore, leaves, dust, sand, soil, and insects accumulate on the surface of the water and the bottom of the bowl. The pool and the upper layer of the epidermis, hair, and remnants of bathing cosmetics pollute the pool.
The sun's rays warm the water and promote the development of bacteria. The reservoir is cleaned of:
- garbage;
- mold;
- microorganisms;
- fungus;
- rust;
- alkaline precipitation.
Swimming in a dirty pond is not only unpleasant, but also unhygienic. This may lead to skin or other infections. Therefore, periodic cleaning of the frame pool with your own hands is required.
Absolutely not
In order not to deform the surface of a frame pool with any coating, you should never use acidic and alkaline preparations at the same time. A chemical reaction may occur such that nothing remains of your coating.
If you decide to wash an inflatable pool, then you just need to be careful with any chemical disinfectants, clearly read the instructions and not use household chemicals containing ammonia or phosphates to clean the pool. Before washing an inflatable pool, it is better to prepare a weak solution of chlorine-containing preparations, with which the market is saturated - odorless and vaporless.
How to clean a frame pool
You can clean the frame pool bowl from any type of contamination using mechanical, chemical and electrophysical methods. The methods differ in labor costs and financial investments in electrical appliances or chemicals.
How to wash a frame pool after draining the water
A brush, active foam and a washing vacuum cleaner cope with any dirt. The mechanical method of cleaning the bowl is carried out:
- foam and brush to remove stains, fungus, plaque, rust;
- a net for collecting garbage;
- telescopic brushes and rods for cleaning the bottom.
Tips from the video will help you clean the bottom of a frame pool:
How to clean a frame pool from black deposits
The electrophysical method is suitable for cleaning surfaces. Modern filters purify water well, but dirt remains on the walls and bottom. Experts recommend using vacuum cleaners. Frame pools are cleaned at home by:
- A hand-held vacuum cleaner, which consists of a handle bar, a corrugated hose and a brush. It is connected to the filtration station. Use a brush to sweep along the walls and bottom. The filtration station draws in waste and water, passes it through the purification system and delivers the already purified liquid into the reservoir. To constantly keep the pool clean, the procedure is performed every two days.
- A semi-automatic underwater vacuum cleaner is used to clean the reservoir bowl. The robot moves along the bottom and sucks in debris. The telescopic brush has been improved and allows you to more conveniently adjust the length and position of the handle.
- An automatic submersible vacuum cleaner collects litter without human intervention. Its operation is controlled using a remote control, sending it to the most contaminated places.
If the water is still clear, but debris is floating, the easiest way to clean it is with a net or vacuum cleaner.
Filtration and circulation of water do not exclude chemical disinfection, since they do not kill bacteria. Chlorination eliminates nitrogenous compounds and viral microbes. Disadvantage: emits a strong unpleasant odor, dangerous to human health.
Bromine is not a very effective and expensive substance. Is poison. Oxygen is safe for humans, but does not cope well with viral bacteria. To quickly disinfect a pond, add a double dose of chemicals and leave the reagent to work for 24 hours.
Attention! Cloudy water with a green or milky tint indicates the development of bacteria and algae. It is during the interaction of chlorine and these trace elements that an unpleasant ammonia odor is released.
Algae can be eliminated only by algaecides. Restoring water clarity does not mean the destruction of bacteria and fungi. Only chemical disinfectants can kill these microorganisms.
Electrophysical cleaning methods
This is another potential answer to the question of how to clean a pool. In this case, flow-through disinfectors are built into the circuit. The most popular cleaning devices include several types: UV filters, ozonizers, chlorinators and chlorine-free systems.
UV filter
This is a small chamber through which water is drawn into the reservoir. The liquid is disinfected under the influence of an ultraviolet lamp, so the activity and growth of microorganisms is completely blocked. This type of cleaning is effective and absolutely safe for people. Moreover, the result does not depend on the pH value (pH level) of the liquid.
Using an ozonizer
The operating principle of this device is the creation of ozone molecules that break down into oxygen and water. This method is now used very often, the reason is its maximum efficiency. The devices purify and clarify water, eliminate unpleasant odors, and quickly break down unsafe compounds. Ozonation is considered one of the most promising areas for use in water treatment plants.
How to clean water in a frame pool at the dacha
Summer residents often make a handheld vacuum cleaner with their own hands, which is connected to a filtration station. Take a brush from a regular vacuum cleaner, place it on a plastic flexible corrugated pipe and connect it to the filter.
The filter does not collect plaque, which settles on the walls and bottom of the bowl. A vacuum cleaner helps eliminate it.
Filters are sand, cartridge, diatomaceous earth
The sand filter is filled with quartz sand. It collects debris down to 20 microns. The filter is cleaned when it becomes dirty under running water.
A cartridge filter is a more powerful piece of electrical equipment. Detains debris up to 10 microns.
Diatoms collect debris up to 3 microns in size. The downside of the installation is that the cartridge gets clogged quickly and is replaced several times during the season.
The children's inflatable pool is cleaned using the vacuum method: a hose with a brush is placed in the bowl. Air is drawn in from the other end to allow water to flow out. Run a brush along the bottom to draw in debris.
Organizing water exchange allows you to do without chemicals. The essence of the method is to add 0.5% water daily. The contaminated liquid is poured into the garden to water the beds, and fresh, clean water is added to the required level.
Cleaning a frame pool after winter is done in the spring, when the weather returns to normal and no return frosts occur. If the reservoir has undergone comprehensive cleaning in the fall, then the procedure will be minimal. Collect garbage, wipe dusty walls with a brush, and rinse with water. The walls are coated with an antifungal drug, the bowl is filled, shock disinfection is carried out with chemical reagents, and the substance is left to work for three days.
If cleaning was not carried out in the fall, or the container became filled with dirt during the winter, do a thorough cleaning. The bowl is treated with active foam, thoroughly rubbed into the walls and bottom. They are washed with water, treated with an antibacterial agent, filled with water and disinfected.
Where to begin
First, visually check the pool for leaks. And if everything is in order, then start processing the pool bowl. It may involve different processing methods:
These two options can be combined when treating the pool bowl before filling it with water, then their efficiency is doubled.
Mechanical treatment can be purely physical: manually washing the surface of the pool using a barbell and rags with brushes. It can also be automated and the same procedures can already be performed using equipment:
- mechanical vacuum cleaner with attachments,
- an automatic vacuum cleaner with attachments, or as it is also called a robot vacuum cleaner.
- collect dust from the surface,
- wipe with water
- wipe with chemicals
- disinfect.
The most inexpensive vacuum cleaner for a pool can be purchased for 2,300 rubles. An expensive option will cost you almost 800,000 rubles.
How to wash a frame pool
When cleaning a reservoir, take into account its size, what material it is made from, and the degree of pollution. The cleaning agent for a frame pool is selected taking into account the safety of children. Inventory that may be useful:
- brush;
- vacuum cleaner;
- disinfectant;
- filter station;
- mini washer.
When choosing a disinfectant, pay attention to the composition, expiration date and active ingredient. Manufacturers have also begun to produce products that cope with any type of pollution. Cleaning steps:
- The water is drained.
- They remove the garbage.
- A cleaning agent for frame pools is applied to the walls and bottom. The drug is dosed strictly according to the instructions indicated on the package.
- The reagent is left to work for 30 minutes.
- Use a brush or mini-wash to remove dirt.
- Rinse thoroughly with water and repeat the procedure (steps 3-5).
- For winter preservation, leave until completely dry, collect and put away for storage.
- If the cleaning is preventive, the walls and bottom are treated with an antimicrobial agent, filled with water, and disinfected. Leave for 1-3 days.
Timely preventive cleaning extends the life of the reservoir. A properly organized procedure for wintering will allow you not to waste time on the bowl in the spring.
How to clean a frame pool without draining the water
A sand filter is included with the frame pool. It has low productivity, so summer residents purchase more powerful units. Electrical appliances will help you wash the inside of a frame pool without chemicals.
Experts recommend cleaning bowls that are too dirty with the help of professionals.
Full-spectrum disinfection chemicals have proven themselves reliably. Manufacturers produce powder, liquid and tablets.
Experts recommend connecting electrophysical preparations according to the instructions. If necessary, methods of cleaning a reservoir are combined. For example, a disinfectant is poured into a skimmer, which passes water through a filter, and the disinfection process occurs faster.
How to clean a frame pool from fungus
If the pond has acquired a black tint, it means that it has been infected by a fungus. Chemical and mechanical cleaning methods will effectively combat this type of pollution. Process:
- The water is drained and the rubbish is removed.
- Apply a chemical cleaning agent. The seams are carefully processed.
- After complete absorption of the drug, remove dirt from the surfaces of the bowl with a brush.
- Thoroughly wash the walls and bottom.
Chemicals remove limescale, algae and regulate water clarity.
Attention! When working with chemicals, you should remember to protect yourself. Use goggles, rubber gloves, protective clothing or an apron.
Chemical-mechanical surface cleaning
The simplest and cheapest preparation for disinfecting a pool bowl is chlorine and its derivatives, which have a milder odor. Prepare the disinfection solution:
- We wear gloves;
- We do not allow spills or spills of medications;
- prepare the required solution in a separate container;
- we strictly observe the proportions;
- carefully read the instructions for use.
If the solution is highly concentrated, then we can damage the surface of the bottom and walls of the pool, especially if it is made of PVC film. Spilling a concentrated solution on it can result in both deformation of the film and its rupture. And, of course, color fading. How can a swimming pool be disinfected? The best remedy is chlorine.
Liquid chlorine for swimming pools is sold in 30 liter canisters. Its cost reaches 1,500 rubles. To distribute chlorine evenly throughout the reservoir, it is necessary to turn on the filter unit in circulation mode.
You can wash the pool bowl with other solutions:
- hydrogen peroxide;
- manganese;
- bromine;
- active oxygen;
- solution with a high ozone content.
All these drugs have undeniable positive qualities:
- antibacterial;
- antivirus;
- antimicrobial;
- fight algae;
- destroy pathogenic microbes.
You can treat the pool bowl with these solutions, but again the main condition is their correct concentration so as not to damage the surface layer of the pool.
Chemical pool cleaning without chlorine is very diverse and variable. It is better to consult with specialists and keep in mind your health indicators. If you have allergies to certain substances, under no circumstances use cleaning chemicals that contain them. Otherwise, instead of health, after swimming you will get problems with this same health.
How to purify water in a frame pool
The reservoir is polluted every day. Therefore, cleaning is carried out periodically. Handy tools that help remove dirt:
- remove surface debris with a net;
- brushes for cleaning the sides and bottom with a telescopic handle;
- a vacuum cleaner helps remove sediment and green deposits from the bottom;
- the filtration station forces water through the filter so that the liquid remains clear;
- a rotary machine using chemical reagents allows you to thoroughly clean the bottom;
- The water pump removes dirt with chemical solutions immersed inside the bowl.
What do you need for home maintenance?
Before purchasing a frame, you need to check the contents of the box.
The manufacturer must include a water pump with the main product. The rest you will have to buy yourself. In total, the owner must have:
Pump . Sometimes it is necessary to purchase 2 if the volume of water exceeds 0.006 cubic meters.- Net for catching leaves and coarse dirt.
- Covering (above and under the pool). It happens that the manufacturer includes a base pool cover in the packaging. However, it is important to have a cover for the grass or concrete on which the structure will be located, and an external cover. The latter protects the water from dirt and direct sunlight. Here, either a special coating from the manufacturer or PVC film is used.
- Vacuum cleaner . Useful for those who want to save time on cleaning and tidying up the structure. You can replace it with a rag with microfiber and detergent, as well as brushes to remove dirt from hard-to-reach places.
Additional equipment is purchased only upon request. For example, brushes and attachments for removing algae and plaque are suitable for cleaning.
How to maintain clean water in a frame pool
It is difficult to eliminate all types of contaminants at once, so various methods are used in combination. A vacuum brush helps clean the walls of a frame pool from plaque, and chemicals help eliminate bacteria. Tips for keeping your pool water clean:
- after each bath in the evening, start the filter unit;
- it is important to monitor the normal pH level of the water so that the action of the reagents is effective;
- before visiting the pool, cleanse the skin of cosmetics and take a shower;
- once a week requires water renewal of 0.5%.
Maintaining the cleanliness of an artificial reservoir
To maintain the cleanliness of a home pond in a country house or garden, it is recommended:
- regularly remove debris from the surface when it appears;
- carry out water disinfection - add chlorine tablets or active bromine;
- control hardness and acidity - if necessary, level the indicators by adding special products;
- use filters, do not forget about cleaning and washing them (every month);
- cover the bowl with waterproof film during rainfall and at night;
- Do not wash garden tools, hands and feet in the pool, do not allow pets.
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