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Selecting the perfect filter for your pool can be tricky. Don't settle for a quick and cheap fix - you want quality that'll trap contaminants, require minimal upkeep, and last more than one swim season! Read below to make sure you end up with the best possible selection.

Here are the options, Sand Filter, Cartridge Filter, and Diatomaceous Earth Filter (D.E.). It all depends on what kind of filtration rate is best for your needs as well as how much are you willing to pay upfront or plan ahead for replacements! Make sure that whatever option fits your budget still meets quality standards

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Cartridge Filter

Cartridge filters might seem expensive up front, but they're a great way to ensure crystal-clear pool water. Inside their compact tanks are plastic cylinders and layers of pleated filter media that capture even the tiniest particles from your swimming area - down to 10 microns (A strand of human hair approximately 70 microns)!

And when it's time for maintenance, just take out the cartridge and spray off any dirt or debris with a hose - easy-peasy!

For an energy-efficient and cost-effective cleanse for your pool look no further than Cartridge Filters.

Here is a guide on how to clean it step-by-step

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Sand Filter

If you’re looking for an efficient, low-maintenance way to keep your pool clean and clear, then a sand filter could be just what you need! It's perfect even if the size of your pool is on the larger side - this type of filter can handle it without clogging up.

Inside its filtration tank lies coarse silica sand which has tiny prickles that capture debris up to 20 microns as water passes through (A strand of human hair approximately 70 microns). While these grains are great at doing their job now, over time erosion will slowly wear them down until they no longer work efficiently! So adding new sand every couple of years should work (4-5 years)

A pressure gauge will be your alert that it’s time to give the filter a quick backwash clean. This simple reverse water flow trick is like giving your filter a refreshing spa day - all while flushing out those nasty clogs!

Here is a guide on how to clean it step-by-step

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There are different sand alternatives apart from silica sand:

ZeoSand is crystal-like sand that isn't just efficient at filtering out all the unwanted particles, it also stays fresh for up to five years.

Filter Glass is a magical dust that can filter out even the tiniest of particles, as small as 5 microns! This finely crushed recycled glass has special powers - it's electrically charged to attract and capture any positively-charged debris.

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D.E Filter

If money is no object, D.E. filters can be a great choice for swimming pools as it offers the most filtering power of all three filter types. It contains grids covered in white powder, which may look like something from your pest control canister - but don't be fooled; this is actually made of tiny aquatic fossils called diatoms to bring you ultra-fine particles filtering down to 5 microns (A strand of human hair approximately 70 microns)

Keep an eye on the pressure gauge, it'll let you know when your D.E. filter needs a good cleaning! Backwash just like with sand filters, also requires more D.E powder after backwashed

Keep safety top of mind by using a chemical mask while working with this powerful powder, and make sure to clean up any spills right away—better safe than sorry!

Here is a guide on how to clean it step-by-step

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A great Pool Filter can make all the difference! With an appropriate setup, your swimming pool will be cleaner, require fewer chemicals to maintain, and even run smoother. So invest in a top-notch filtration setup that fits your needs

Learn more about a Pool Filter here