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Chemicals for Hot Tubs
Easy-To-Use Chemicals for Hot Tubs
Chemicals for hot tubs are necessary to keep the water
safe and pleasurable. The good news is you don’t have to become a backyard
chemist to keep your water clear and healthy. Learn just a few minor skills,
and your hottub and pool maintenance will be a breeze with a few basic
supplies.
Finding a good source for your hottub and pool chemical supply is a great
place to start. If you are new at spa ownership, a local shop will be the
best place to get advice on purchasing the proper
hot tub supplies. Knowledgeable staff
can look at your problem and suggest which chemicals will work. But in the
end, your own knowledge is best. Start by reading the manufacturer’s user
manual. It will tell you a lot about the use of chemicals to keep your hot
tub’s water in great shape.
Tops on your list of hot tub chemicals should be an adequate supply of
sanitizers. Chlorine or bromide kills bacteria and other nasties that
populate water and would take over your portable hottub
if given a chance. These home spa chemicals
come in many forms, including powders and tablets. They can be found in any
pool supply store.
‘Shock’ should be right next to the chlorine in the pool supply store. Shock
is a chemical that oxidizes the water so that matter we leave behind, dead
skin, suntan lotion and the like, will be cycled out and not cloud up the
water of your hot tub. Put some shock in your hottub about once a week to
keep the water crystal clear.
Finally there is a wide range of chemicals you might need to combat problems
with your water. This could be that your water is “hard” or “soft”, too much
calcium or alkalinity. Your water supply or weather conditions might make
hot tubs prone to developing scum rings or various algae build-ups. In all
cases, there is a chemical made to fix the problem. If not covered by your
user’s guide, check with the people at your pool and hottub supply. Chances
are, they can tell you exactly what to do to keep your in-ground or
portable home spa sparkling and full of
fun.
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