Pool cleaning

Pool cleaning: keep your water clean and clear!

Cleaning your pool is essential for enjoying clean and pleasant water. At Poolplanet, we have selected quality, easy-to-use, and effective equipment for maintaining your pool.

Comparison of the best pool robots

Cleaning tailored to all needs

Keeping your pool clean may seem complicated, but with the right pool equipment, it's a breeze!

• Manual vacuums: An economical device, but it requires a bit of elbow grease! Ideal for small pools or hard-to-reach areas.
• Hydraulic vacuums: More autonomous, they connect directly to the return and suction up impurities. Be careful, they put more strain on your filtration system.
• Robotic cleaners: The most practical and effective solution! Fully autonomous, they clean the bottom, walls, and even the waterline depending on the model. There are options for all budgets and pool sizes!

Renowned brands for complete cleaning

We have selected trusted brands for you like Pentair, Aiper, Maytronics and Kokido. Their reliability and expertise ensure optimal cleaning of your pool.

Repairability and maintenance of your devices

Robot broken down? Don't panic! We offer spare parts for cleaners, whether manual or automatic. This extends the lifespan and maintains strong suction for your equipment.

How to effectively clean your pool?

Good pool cleaning involves a multi-step essential method:

• Remove floating debris with a skimmer to prevent it from sinking to the bottom.
• Vacuum or use an automatic cleaner depending on your equipment to remove impurities deposited at the bottom of the pool.
• Brush the walls and waterline to prevent algae and limescale formation.
• Clean the filtration system by regularly checking the filter's condition and rinsing it if necessary.
• Treat the water with the right products to maintain optimal chemical balance.

By combining these tips, you will achieve an effective solution to keep the water clean and healthy for longer.

What accessories for pool cleaning?

Depending on your needs and budget, several methods are available to maintain your pool:

• The skimmer net for quickly collecting leaves and insects.
• Bottom brush and sponges to clean the waterline and walls with a telescopic pole.
• Manual vacuums for deep cleaning at a lower cost.
• Hydraulic vacuums that work with the pool's filtration system.
• Electric robotic cleaner, the most autonomous and efficient solution.

How to treat my pool water?

Effective water treatment relies on three essential elements. Disinfection, carried out with chlorine, bromine, or salt electrolysis, eliminates bacteria. pH control, ideally between 7.2 and 7.6, guarantees the effectiveness of treatments. Filtration, for its part, must operate at least 8 hours a day in summer to maintain clear water. In addition, the use of additional disinfectants, such as shock chlorine, flocculants, or algaecides, may be necessary to prevent the water from becoming cloudy or green.

How often should you maintain your pool?

Regular maintenance is necessary to avoid green or cloudy water problems and fully enjoy your pool.

Keep in mind that the frequency of cleaning your pool depends on the season. During the summer, with regular pool use, daily cleaning is recommended before you swim. During mid-season, swimming is less frequent, so an average weekly cleaning is largely sufficient to ensure clear water.

• Every day: remove floating debris and check water quality.
• Every week: vacuum or use a robot, clean the skimmers, and check the pH.

In winter, everything depends on your pool winterization method. For active winterization, check the water balance 2-3 times a month, for example, to adjust the filtration time accordingly.
For passive winterization, simply cover your pool with a bar cover or a specific winter cover, lowering the water level to prevent your pipes from freezing in sub-zero temperatures.

How to clean a green pool?

If your pool water turns green, it's often due to a chemical imbalance or insufficient filtration. To fix it, you'll find various elements to perform an effective cleaning:

1. Clean the bottom of the pool by removing impurities and brushing the walls.
2. Check the pH (water acidity) and adjust it if necessary.
3. Perform a shock treatment with chlorine or a suitable product for a thorough treatment and to eliminate algae.
4. Run the filtration continuously for 24 to 48 hours.
5. Perform a manual cleaning by vacuuming debris and cleaning the filter.

What types of pool robots to choose?

There are several types of automatic cleaners for pool maintenance. Hydraulic robots, which work with the filtration pump, are often considered the most efficient on the market. Electric robots, completely autonomous, adapt to all surfaces and offer great efficiency, although their purchase price is higher. Finally, pressure robots, connected like a vacuum broom, require a booster pump but guarantee efficient cleaning. The choice of cleaner will depend on the size of your pool, whether above-ground or in-ground, the coating, and your budget.

How to use a pool robot?

A robot's operation is very simple:

1. Place the robot in the water after thoroughly cleaning its filters.
2. Plug it in if necessary, depending on the model.
3. Start the cleaning program and let it do its job.
4. Remove it after the cycle, clean its filters, the vacuum head, and store it away in a sheltered place.

Proper maintenance of your robot will ensure the effectiveness of your automatic cleaning and extend its lifespan.

Which cleaning to choose according to the type of pool?

The choice of cleaning equipment depends on your installation and your pool, based on its size and lining:

• Above-ground pool: These pools are often smaller and shallower. A manual vacuum or a hydraulic vacuum connected to the skimmer is often sufficient. For more comfort and quick cleaning, a light and inexpensive electric robot can be a good option.
• In-ground pool: With a larger surface area to clean, as with your home, a high-performance electric robot is recommended. It represents a larger initial investment but automatically cleans the bottom, walls, and waterline. A pressure robot is also suitable for deep cleaning.
• Polyester shell pool: This type of lining is smooth and requires a robot with foam brushes, which are more suitable than classic brushes.
• Tiled pool: Tiles require more rigorous cleaning. An electric robot with powerful brushes is ideal for dislodging impurities in the grout.
• Liner or PVC pool: As this lining is more fragile, it is preferable to use a robot with soft brushes to avoid damaging it.
• Natural pool: This type of pool does not use chemicals. A manual vacuum or a low-pressure robot is preferable to avoid disturbing the pool's ecosystem.

Depending on the size and lining of your pool, the choice of cleaning is more or less facilitated, but the objective remains the same: clean and healthy water.