Frequently Asked Questions
Are Natural Pools hard to maintain?
Compared with conventional pools, Natural Pools require far less maintenance, yet some gardening will be necessary to help maintain balance as the plants mature. It is suggested, with some designs, that the liner of the pool be vacuumed from time to time, and that water quality be tested periodically.
Are Natural Pools warm?
Yes, because the added surface area of the plant regeneration zone increases the over all passive solar collection for the pool. The circulation system draws warm water from the substrate of the shallow plant area and distributes it down to the deeper swimming area, where it rises up through the cooler water. When properly sited to receive the most solar gain, natural pools tend to warm up comfortably without additional heating equipment and operational costs.
What about Algal Bloom?
Depending on the source of the water that is added to your newly completed pool and the nitrate and phosphate levels present, there could be a potential for string algae to develop. But once the water has stabilized and the nitrogen and nutrient cycles have been established, the water will clear. Again, Water House Pools will work with you continually to insure that you are satisfied and that your pool experience is as positive as possible.
How safe are Natural Pools?
At Water House Pools, the safety of your family and guests is of utmost concern. Countless pools in Europe have continually undergone testing and exceeded European Union Standards for Safety & Water quality. Naturally filtered public pools, which sustain a much higher occupancy load than residential pools, have been operating for several decades all over Europe and continue to pass strict EU standards.
What about Mosquitoes?
Mosquitoes require still and stagnant water in order to breed. Properly designed, your pool will not be hospitable to mosquito larvae.
Can a conventional pool be retrofitted?
By raising the surface grade around your existing swimming pool to accommodate aquatic plantings, or by simply changing your pools filter system to circulate the swimming water through a remotely constructed wetland filter, your conventional pool can be retrofitted to operate in a more sustainable manner. Again, each specific pool site will determine the most appropriate and cost effective system design.