Spa Chemicals Site

As a hot tub owner, you are very lucky to have such a relaxing place to take a dip in on tiring days. However, it is also your big responsibility to maintain it and make sure that it is a safe place for you and your family. You need to monitor the quality of your water and make sure that the chemical content is of the appropriate levels. This ensures that your hot tub water is free from bacteria, and other contaminants.

Filling your hot tub with water for the first time, there are important notes that you must know about balancing the amount of hot tub spa and chemicals to use. Every two to three months, the water in your hot tub needs to be drained and replaced. This means that you will need to add chemicals again. Make sure you follow the instructions on the labels of your chemicals, so the measurements are exact and the manner of adding is right.

The Weekly Maintenance Of Your Hot Tub Spa Chemicals

You need to do water quality testing every week. Parameters that you must check are alkalinity, salinity, pH, and bromine content. Bromine helps keep bacteria from thriving in the water, so every week you need to put about four to six bromine tablets in the water. When you scum forming along the walls of your hot tub, especially near the water level, you need to scrub them out. You can buy other cleaning products specially designed to clean the water as well as the lining of your hot tub. Always have a good supply of tub chemicals handy, so you are always prepared no matter what season it is. (more…)

          

If you are considering getting a spa installed in or outside of your home then you will need to know about spa chemicals or you will quickly have a problem. If you already have a spa at your place and are just now learning about spa chemicals than you already have a problem.

This is because a spa is the perfect setting for bacteria to breed, with a warm water temperature and things like dead skin cells floating around in it. The fact is, that poorly maintained spa water has led to people getting very sick and in some instances hospitalized.

Even so, it is not unusual for people to get mild skin rashes from poorly maintained spa water. The good news is that testing the water in your spa and adding the proper chemicals in the correct amounts is easier then it ever has been before thanks to new developments.

There are even automatic dispensers available that will slowly trickle in the spa chemicals for you while you sleep. There is no need for messing with chemicals any more because spa chemicals are available also in tablet form that you simply plunk into the water. (more…)

          

Water balance and sanitizer has to be maintained:

Make it a point to ensure that the water is healthy and free of any form of harmful microorganisms before you actually enter a spa. This can be done by regularly shocking the water and the maintenance of the total alkalinity and pH of water for controlling bacteria in the water.

Sanitizer levels, TA and pH can be monitored by using the appropriate test strips. There is also a bacteria test available now for testing for bacteria in the spa water.

Storage of Chemicals & Spa Supplies:

It is important that additives, cleaning compounds and chemicals used in the spa are stored in a cool, dry and ventilated spot. In addition to this, it should be placed away from direct sunlight, and way out of reach of children. Remember to always read and follow the directions found on chemical labels.

All spa chemicals should not be mixed before adding to the spa water. Instead, you have to dissolve the dry chemicals one at a time, in clean water in a plastic bucket. It is only now that you can pour this bucket of water and chemicals into the hot tub. This is done to prevent possible damage to the acrylic shell or PVC liner of the spa which arises from direct contact to the undissolved granules of the chemicals.

Consumption of Alcohol and Drugs in the spa:

It is dangerous taking alcohol and drugs when in the spa as the hot water tends to amplify the effects of the alcohol and drugs. This may lead to dangerous consequences. So if you take drugs, consult your doctor for directions on the right use of prescription drugs in the spa. Instead of taking alcohol, many people prefer drinking a chilled soft drink, mineral water or juice when relaxing in the spa. (more…)

          

Ah, doesn’t it feel great to have your very own spa on that new deck you built? After a hard day’s work, you can go out there and melt your cares away, and as you watch your worries dissolve in the bubbles, you can find a state of being that spa-less people just can’t attain. I’m sure its heaven. But as with all things, reality does set in, and you will realize that there is some upkeep involved with owning a spa.

To keep your spa in tip top shape, clean and running smoothly, there are an assortment of spa chemicals that you will need to purchase and use faithfully, or at least when you absolutely have to. All joking aside, using the right chemicals when they are needed means the difference between having a spa you can enjoy or having a spa that sucks the life and pocket change out of you.

The first spa chemical that you will need is called a sanitizer. There are two basic types of sanitizers and they are referred to as sodium dichlor, “dichlor” for short, and bromine. Dichlor is a chlorine-based sanitizer and is your least expensive option. It dissolves easily and produces no residue on the inside of your spa. Bromine comes in tablet form and has no odor. It also stabilizes at a higher pH than chlorine.

If you maintain proper levels of your sanitizer, taking care of your spa should be a breeze. But problems do occur and spa chemicals can get out of whack. When this happens, you need to shock your spa water into behaving properly. You can do this with potassium monopersulfate, an oxidizing agent. (more…)

          

Keeping and maintaining your spas water in pristine condition is not as difficult as it may seem. All is takes is to follow a few simple rules and to learn to understand and use spa chemicals. Even so, there are a few simple steps you can take beyond that to help keep your spas water clean and clear.

Shower Before Entering Your Spa

To begin with, you should always shower before you enter your hot tub. It is the loose dead skin cells that are continually sloughing of of your body that bacteria can process for food. The little time that to takes to shower prior to entering your spa will make a huge difference.

Remember to Change Your Pump Filter

Another thing that you can do is to change your filter often. How often you change your pumps filter should be contingent on how often the spa is used. Make sure to keep a good supply of spare filters handy, so you never run out.

Watch for Phosphates
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Hot tubs offer a range of health benefits. The soothing and warm water can massage muscles, increase blood flow and improve well being. This can lead to a reduction in stress making hot tubs a fantastic way to relax after a stressful day. They can also be a great way to enjoy the winter outdoors in hot water.

Keeping the water in your hot tub clean is important. Because the water in a hot tub is warm it can be a place for bacteria to breed. This is why it is recommended that hot tub chemicals are placed in the water. These chemicals kill the bacteria and keep your water safe to use.

When using hot tub chemicals it is important that you focus on the water’s chlorine and pH levels. These levels need to be kept in a specified range. For the pH level this range is 7.2 - 7.6. You will be able to find several brands of chemicals that will either raise or lower the pH level in your hot tub water, depending on what is required. (more…)

          

Hot tub maintenance is required to keep the water sparkling and clean. This will enhance your enjoyment of your spa. Although maintenance may take some time, it is well worth the effort to have a clean and healthy spa in which you can soak in after a long day at work.

There are many reasons why water in the hot tub can be cloudy, too foamy, discolored or cause skin irritations. Most of these can be cleared up very quickly with testing and adding the proper chemical component to the hot tub water. A few tips will enhance your enjoyment of the hot tub…

Cloudy Water

- Try cleaning the filter to remove any dirt and particles.

- It also may have a high Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) level. If this is the case, it is recommended that the hot tub be completely drained and refilled.

- Test for the pH level in the tub. If it is not at the correct level, use the pH solution to bring it to the correct level.

- If it has a high calcium level, drain the tub halfway then refill.- If there are dissolved solids in the water, add a bit of clarifier to do the trick.

- If you have a high bacteria level you should add some sanitizer to the water.

Discolored Water
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