Blog: Swimming Pool Dehumidifiers

What Is A Swimming Pool Dehumidifier?

Swimming pool dehumidifiers remove the humid air and excess moisture from a room or hall. They are specifically designed for the conditions in areas that have swimming pools, jacuzzis, hot tubs, saunas, and other leisure facilities. They are usually stylish IP rated wall-mounted dehumidifiers that can't be knocked over or robust ducted dehumidifiers installed into a utility room and connected to vents. In addition, they come with protective finishes and treated components that are resistant to chlorinated water and other chemicals, so they don't rust easily.

In these warm, humid spaces, a compressor or a refrigerant dehumidifier is generally more effective than desiccant dehumidifiers. However, you can't use a standard home dehumidifier. Only purpose-built industrial and commercial grade appliances are safe to use because they will comply with the electrical safety regulations and have a suitable extraction capacity.

The benefits of dehumidifying a swimming pool room

Swimming pools should be pleasant, safe, comfortable, and enjoyable. However, the overall experience can be affected by the room's relative humidity, the room's temperature, the temperature of the water, and the condition of the room. Suppose the RH is not balanced and regulated. In that case, it can lead to all kinds of problems. Health issues like headaches, skin irritation, allergies, and asthma are common. Trapped moisture can also create physical and structural building issues.

Whether it's an indoor pool at home or in a leisure centre or spa - the excess moisture can be devastating to the room's aesthetics. The damp can cause paint to peel away from surfaces. Mildew and mould can develop and grow where there are cold patches. Colder surfaces like windows and skylights can also become covered in condensation. This condensation can soak into floors, window and door frames, and ceilings. It can cause bacteria growth, rot, and corrosion when it flows in, leading to musty smells and structural damage. Condensation can drip from the ceiling - it's not very nice when cold water is dripping on you when you're trying to relax! It can also collect in small deposits, creating pools of water on the floors.

Swimming pool room dehumidifiers are cost-effective appliances because they prevent problems like condensation and mould to reduce maintenance costs. Rooms with high moisture levels are also more expensive to heat, so having a dehumidifier can help to lower your energy bills. Although swimming pool room dehumidifiers can be costly, they are a great investment and will save you more money in the long run.

The perfect climate

The recommended relative humidity for an indoor swimming pool room is 50% to 60%. If the RH is too far above 60%, the air will be saturated, making it sticky and uncomfortable. If the RH is below 50%, the atmosphere will be too dry and uncomfortable. As a rule of thumb, the air temperature should be kept at about 2℃ warmer than the temperature of the pool water. This slight variance in temperature helps maintain pleasant and comfortable conditions for people moving in and out of the water. However, it can also have a huge impact on the RH - a difference of 2℃ can result in a difference of 35% relative humidity.

Choosing the right size appliance

Choosing the right size pool dehumidifier is vitally important, so you should always discuss it with your sales representative before committing. The surface area of the pool, the dimensions of the room, and the temperatures. You can use this information to estimate the amount of water vapour produced and what capacity dehumidifier you'll need. The data can also help you determine whether it's safe to have a wall-mounted dehumidifier or if you'd need to install a ducted dehumidifier instead.

Our top picks

1. EBAC K100H
2. EBAC K100E
3. Ecor Pro D850
4. EBAC PD120
5. Air Conditioning Centre PDH-80A
6. Ecor Pro D950
7. Ecor Pro D1100
8. EBAC PD200
9. Air Conditioning Centre PDH-130A

Any of these would make an excellent dryer for a leisure room. But, if you can't see anything that suits your needs, we have a huge range of more brands and models within our full dehumidifier category.