What Is the Ideal pH Level for a Commercial Swimming Pool?

Water pH is the measure of acidity/basicity level in your pool. The pH level you maintain (between 7.2 and 7.6) could affect swimmer comfort and the effectiveness of the chlorine in keeping your pool clean. Chlorine needs a certain pH level to kill bacteria and algae. Total alkalinity for optimal performance of the membrane is in the range of 80 to 100 ppm. Water chemistry outside of these ranges could reduce the effectiveness of chlorine and can cause corrosion and/or metal deposits to form.

Maintaining proper pH levels between 7.2 and 7.6 helps ensure swimmer comfort while allowing chlorine to effectively kill bacteria and algae in commercial swimming pools. Maintaining these levels is consistent with Poolside by CGT recommendations for optimal membrane performance.