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Pool filters
Pool filters work in concert with pool pumps to effectively keep pool water clean and circulating at all times. Filters are made to be specifically compatible with certain pools and pumps and all those variables must be considered before buying one.
Pool filters work using one of three main substances:
• Cartridge
• Sand
• Diatomaceous Earth (D.E.)Each has a specialty method, but all filters function to remove grease, dirt, and oil from your pool's water.
For high-end performance with low maintenance, look for a cartridge filter. It removes particles smaller than the human eye and hosing it off is all you have to do to clean it. Sand filters are the bestselling filter out there because they are less expensive and very simple to operate and maintain. Filtering with a diatomaceous earth filter results in clean water that sparkles because the d.e. filter strips the pool water of microscopic contaminants that have serious effects on water clarity.
To decide which combination of pool pumps and filters will fit best for your pool, work closely with your builder to determine the needs and requirements of your pool's water volume. If it's a new pool, it is worth the effort to obtain the best equipment right off the bat. If you're planning remodeling or expanding an existing pool, any pool professional will be happy to review all the elements of your project.
