This document discusses new developments in pool maintenance and safety. It summarizes that new water treatment systems have automated controls that maintain chemical balances without chemicals, eliminating potential health issues. It also discusses pool safety improvements like alarms and covers. Refurbishing existing pools is described as transforming them with new designs, finishes, and accessories like swim jets.

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For many years the process of keeping your pool sparkling
clean and bacteria-free was based on the same technol-
ogy. Now, new breakthroughs are making chemicals a thing
of the past, and allergy-free healthy swimming has become
a reality. Also, with expert advice, design and know-how
existing pools can be transformed and modernised, and
with our experience safety systems are always paramount.
The swimming pool is an integral part of our way of life
in Marbella, where Europe’s warmest climate has made
this the foremost centre of pools in Europe. During the
long summer months we spend a large part of our daily life
outside, on terraces and sundecks surrounding beautiful
blue swimming pools that sparkle invitingly in the Medi-
terranean sun. A wide variety of styles, sizes and features
has evolved over the years to enliven and personalise the
pools up and down the Costa del Sol.
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The Need for a Clean Pool
Many of the reasons why our pools require constant care come from their
surroundings – earth, dust and leaves blown in from the garden, sand and
other particles deposited from the air, algae carried over from plant-life
– and from our bodies… protective oils, sun creams, etc. To keep this un-
der control and the water in tip-top condition, the pool needs to be well-
maintained and looked after.
The main principle behind keeping such a body of water crystal-clear and clean
is the filtration equipment. The installed equipment is responsible for the re-
moval of any contaminants that can change the chemical balance of the water
and reduce its clarity and quality.
Naturally, apart from the filtration system it is important that any organic
The Need for a Clean Pool
material floating in the pool should be removed from the pool regularly, and for
those who use it to shower before and after swimming.
Until recently, treatment of the water has been based upon the use of chemicals.
Chlorine and bromine-based chemicals are introduced into the water that dis-
solve and destroy bacteria and harmful chloramines but – as they in turn can af-
fect the chemical composition of the water – it is important to maintain a balance
between the alkalinity (80-120 ppm) and calcium (200-400 ppm) levels in the pool.
This does not require a PHD in science; however, maintaining those levels at
a constant is difficult and in reality many pools are overdosed with chemicals
which are introduced into the water and can leave swimmers with eye and skin
irritations. Not to mention the strong unpleasant smells!
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A New Generation of Water Treatment
Latest developments have converted water treatment from a guessing game of
amateur science into a fully controlled and balanced process, thanks to new water
filtration systems that have automated sensors and controls which keep a constant
check and dose the water as and when required, leaving the guessing to others.
The new systems make chemicals obsolete, and in the process can eliminate poten-
tial problems such as allergic reactions, sore eyes and green bikinis and hair! Instead,
the non-chemical, chlorine-free process applies ionisation technology to produce
clean, clear and above all healthy water.
Pool Safety
None of us want any accidents to happen and we always think that when it does
it will be others and not to our loved ones. The results of recent surveys show
children between the ages of one and four are most at risk for drowning and
unfortunately our supervision can be distracted at times.
Atlas Pools is therefore constantly researching and testing available products,
from pool fencing to several different types of preventative alarm systems and
covers which we hope will make your pool areas as safe and comfortable as
possible for all the family.
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Refurbishing and Reforming Existing Pools
As you look out the window at the old dilapidated pool and wish for something
different… all is not lost. With our expertise in design, construction and clever
use of the materials at our disposal the results can be amazing and give you the
“new pool” that you dream about.
Not to mention the multitude of available accessories that can be installed,
from swim jets to the construction of massage seats and cascades, to replacing
mosaic tiles with the unique interior pool finish which is Pebbletec®.
In Conclusion…
Clearly the new water treatment technology of the future… the system has al-
ready been embraced by the likes of Aquavia Spa, the largest producer of spas in
Europe. As the official distributor for Málaga province and Gibraltar of Aquavia
Spa and the official installers of Pebbletec® pools, Atlas Group is the local spe-
cialist in installing ionisation water treatment systems in your swimming pool,
spa or jacuzzi, as well as being able to upgrade and modernise existing pools to
the new technology and finishes.
So, if you want a hassle-free way of combating allergies and getting your swim-
ming pool ready for the summer season, why not look into the latest systems
offered by the Costa del Sol’s foremost pool specialist.
Specialist contact details:
Atlas Pools & Jacuzzis
Centro Comercial Diana
Bloque Nº1, Local 17
Estepona
Tel. (+34) 951 272 140
www.atlas-pools.eu
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