Thinking of converting your Paphos pool to salt water? Learn how salt chlorinators work, the costs involved, and the benefits for Cyprus pool owners.
What is a Salt Water Pool?
Despite the name, salt water pools still use chlorine — but it's generated automatically from dissolved salt rather than added manually. A salt chlorinator cell uses electrolysis to convert sodium chloride (salt) into chlorine gas, which dissolves into the water.
Benefits for Cyprus Pool Owners
1. No More Buying Chlorine
At current prices in Cyprus, a medium pool uses €200–400 of chlorine per year. A salt system eliminates this cost (the salt itself is very cheap — typically €20–40 per year top-up).
2. Softer, Gentler Water
Salt water at pool concentration (3,000–4,000 ppm) is much lower than seawater (35,000 ppm). The water feels noticeably softer and less irritating to eyes and skin — a big benefit for families.
3. Consistent Chlorination
The chlorinator produces chlorine continuously, maintaining a more stable level than weekly manual dosing.
The Conversion Process
- Dissolve salt into the pool (typically 150–200kg for a medium pool)
- Install the chlorinator cell inline on the return pipe in the pump room
- Install the control unit
- Set and calibrate the output level
Conversion takes 4–6 hours and the pool can be used the same day.
Cost in Cyprus (2024)
- Basic single-speed chlorinator: €400–700 installed
- Inverter model with variable output: €800–1,400 installed
Pool Pro installs and services all major salt chlorinator brands in Paphos. Call +357 99 689 919.
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