HOW TO PREVENT CORROSION IN SWIMMING POOL EQUIPMENT?
Swimming is a popular activity among young & adults alike. It has numerous benefits. That is why facilities offering indoor swimming pools are a hub of activity all year round. But in recent times, due to the pandemic & lockdown, many indoor swimming pools have been closed. And maintaining these indoor facilities is also a tedious task. If you’re the owner, you will probably agree with us. But today, we would like to share some steps which will help you prevent corrosion in swimming pool equipment. And that too without spending a lot of money. Don’t believe us! Well, read on to find out and then decide for yourself.
Indoor swimming pool equipment despite, being made of stainless steel, gets rusted easily. It occurs due to the presence of moisture & chloride content in the environment. The corrosive air pollutants attack any exposed metal parts & cause rust build-up. Although, these brown corrosion stains do not impact the structural integrity of the stainless-steel surfaces. But rusted pool ladder, door handles, door frames are not a pretty sight, especially for commercial areas. Therefore, you need to tackle it quickly.
Things you will need
WD-40® Multi-use Product
Cleaning Rag/Sponge
A dry & clean cloth
Step 1
Remove rust stains on swimming pool equipment & doors
Swimming pool equipment like ladders, door handles & metallic door frames tends to get rust because of the moisture & chlorine content in the environment.
If you see very light rust stains, vinegar solution on a cleaning rag will help you get rid of them. For slightly stubborn rust stains, you can use mild abrasive cleaners. But an important tip is to use a soft, lint-free cleaning cloth & avoid using metal scrubbers or hard-bristled brushes. The reason is that most of these rust stains are superficial & using abrasive cleaning tools can lead to scratches on the stainless-steel surface.
You can also use WD-40 Multi-use Product to get rid of these rust stains. Spray it on a cleaning rag & wipe the rusted stainless-steel surface. In case of stubborn stains, you can spray it directly on the affected area & allow it to rest for 2-3 minutes before wiping it down with a cleaning cloth.
Step 2
Maintain bathrooms & shower stalls
Indoor swimming pools have bathrooms & shower stalls for visitors. Hard water minerals and moisture in the environment lead to limescale formation on taps, valves, pipes and, showerheads. Now, you can deal with this issue using WD-40 Multi-use Product. Spray the chemical on a piece of cleaning rag & wipe down on areas that have limescale formation. WD-40 has active ingredients that break down the limescale accumulation & make it easy to clean.
Apart from limescale formation, another common problem is the gunk & dirt build-up in toilet showers & showerheads. It affects the flow of water and becomes a nuisance for the visitors. An easy solution is to spray WD-40 Multi-use Product directly on these areas. Then use a cleaning brush to remove the gunk deposit.
Step 3
Preventive Maintenance
After you have finished cleaning the stains, limescale formation & gunk accumulation thoroughly, it is time to do some preventive maintenance.
To protect your metallic surfaces from rust & corrosion, use your handy WD-40 Multi-use Product. Spray a generous amount of the solution on a clean piece of cloth & wipe down all the metallic surfaces that are prone to getting rust. WD-40 forms a thin layer and displaces moisture. In this manner, it prevents corrosion & rust formation on metallic surfaces.
Try to follow the maintenance routine after every few days to keep rusting & corrosion at bay.
Conclusion
Public places are slowly opening up, and people are keen on visiting swimming pool facilities again. Therefore, it is super important that you take quick measures to clean & maintain your swimming pool equipment and be ready for the crowd to pour in.
Disclaimer
The uses shown and described for WD-40 Multi-Use Product were provided to WD-40 Company by the users themselves. These uses haven’t been tested by WD-40 Company and do not constitute a recommendation of suggestion for use by WD-40 Company. Common sense should be exercised whenever using WD-40 Company products. Always follow the instructions and take heed of any warnings printed on the packaging.
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