Monday, April 18, 2016

Why Every Pool Should Have An Outdoor Pool Shower

By Roger Olson


Pools are a great source of exercise and can be very entertaining for people of all ages. They are also prone to problems and can be costly to upkeep. Cleaning and adding chemicals to keep a healthy balance in the water can be tedious. There are ways to help minimize the amount of maintenance required, and one of those ways is to make use of an outdoor shower. This rinses away products used on the body and hair that can contribute to excess chemicals in the water and require the use of more pool chemicals.

Pools that are for public use always ask patrons to make us of the pool shower before making use of the facilities. The same should be done for private pools. Making sure that the body, hair and swimwear is rinsed free of extra chemicals before entering the water makes for a more pleasant swimming experience for everyone and helps to maintain the water without having to add more chemicals to counteract those that come off of the skin and clothes.

An outdoor shower can be something as simple as a bag or bucket of water, heated in the sun, that is then used and refilled. It can be made in such a way that it is easy and accessible, and doesn't cost a lot. Even something as simple as that can help to save money on pool maintenance by rinsing away problems before they end up in the water.

If desired, a company can be hired to design and build a fancier version. A shower can be plumbed in and provide control of water temperature, and work much like an indoor shower with no refilling of bags required. Some are so nice that they can rival even the most beautiful indoor shower.

For the handy person, there are many options to build one. These run from simple to not so simple. Depending on the space available, the budget, and the design desired, it could be well worth spending a weekend doing. While all serve the same purpose, it is a matter of personal preference. Many want it to fit into the existing landscape and outdoor decor.

Of course, unless the shower is used, it defeats the purpose of having one. Be sure to educate pool users as to why it is important and what happens to the water if it is not used. Make it a requirement for everyone to rinse prior to using the pool.

Keep in mind that the shower does not need to be used exclusively for prior to swimming use. Rinsing the pool chemicals from skin and swimwear after swimming is important too. It is especially beneficial if the water is treated with chlorine which is harsh and can cause skin irritation, hair discoloration and fading to swimwear.

Having an outdoor shower makes it simple and convenient for swimmers to use both before and after a dip in the pool. Be sure that guests know the reasons for its use and that they agree to use it before they swim, to help keep unwanted chemicals out of the water. It will pay off in the long run.




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