What is the easiest way to wash filter balls? By hand or by washing machine?
The best is to try both. Both methods of washing filter balls have advantages and disadvantages. Basically, cleaning filter balls is very easy.
A) Washing filter balls by hand
Simply squeezing the filter balls by hand under running water has the great advantage that it is very quick and uncomplicated. The cleaning result is also very good. Therefore, our official recommendation is to wash the filter balls by hand as shown in our explanatory video. The disadvantage is that you have to touch the dirty balls. But there are rubber gloves for those who are squeamish. There is nothing left in the filter balls except dirt. So there is no need to be afraid.
B) Washing filter balls in the washing machine
Alternatively, you can put the balls in a laundry bag and put it in the washing machine. However, you must under no circumstances use detergent, as it could remain in the balls and then foam in the pool. And you must not wash hot, as the synthetic fabric can change. The effort is therefore relatively high for an unclear result.
We recommend washing filter balls by hand
Our conclusion after many tests:
Clean the filter balls by hand. It only takes 5-10 minutes. You can see exactly how clean the filter balls already are and it is resource-saving.
