The red eyes, itchy skin, and sharp pool smell aren't caused by chlorine — they're caused by chloramines. Here's what they are, why they form, and why they can't be avoided in a conventional pool.
HealthThat sharp "pool smell" is one of the most common complaints about swimming pools. Surprisingly, it's not actually the smell of chlorine — and understanding what it really is changes how you think about fixing it.
ScienceBoth disinfect pool water effectively, but they behave differently — especially at higher pH. Understanding the distinction explains why switching to bromine changes so much about how a pool needs to be managed.