Saltwater Pools, Hot Tubs, and Freshwater: Is this the Best Alternative?
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Saltwater Pools, Hot Tubs, and Freshwater: Is this the Best Alternative? - Watersheds Canada – Work, Live & Play in Healthy Lakes and Rivers
Is saltwater the most environmentally safe alternative to the chlorine, bromine, and other chemicals historically used in pools and hot tubs? Read this blog post to find out how this salt can end up in freshwater, how it can impact freshwater ecosystems, and what some other alternatives to salt are that will keep our pools and hot tubs safe to swim in without the environmental consequences.