Saltwater Pool Sanitization: Does It Really Work?

A saltwater pool can generate enough sanitizer, but it depends on the size of the pool, the salt content of the water, and the efficiency of the salt chlorinator. Generally speaking, a saltwater pool can generate enough chlorine to keep the pool clean and free of bacteria, but it may not be enough to kill all viruses or other microorganisms. If you are concerned about the disinfection of your saltwater pool, you may want to consider adding a supplemental sanitizer, such as chlorine or bromine.