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Bromine vs Chlorine for Hot Tubs: Which One Is Better?

May 20, 2023 by Chandler Levitt
Water quality check

Owning a hot tub or pool likely means you know all about chlorine. It is the most common product used for water sanitization. However, have you heard about bromine?  Bromine … Read more

Lowering Hot Tub Alkalinity Without Lowering pH: Is It Possible?

May 16, 2023 by Chandler Levitt
Hotel staff worker cleaning hot tub

pH and alkalinity in any treated water go hand in hand. When one rises, the other will almost always follow, so it can be tricky if you are looking to … Read more

Bromine vs Chlorine: Which is Best and How to Choose

May 10, 2023 by Chandler Levitt
Tablet of chlorine or bromide for maintenance of water quality

Bromine and chlorine are chemical products commonly used for water sanitization, which makes them perfect for hot tubs. But which one should you choose for your hot tub? Whether you … Read more

What Does Hot Tub Shock Do? (And How To Do It Safely)

May 10, 2023February 27, 2023 by Turner Tomlinson
Using Chlorine Tabs in a Hot Tub Spa

Shocking your hot tub is a great way to maintain its cleanliness on a regular basis and after particularly heavy use of the hot tub. However, knowing how to shock … Read more

Low pH In Your Hot Tub? Here’s How To Fix It

May 10, 2023February 27, 2023 by Turner Tomlinson
Hot Tub Water Quality Check by Using Chemical Testing Kit

Proper pH levels in your hot tub are crucial for avoiding bacteria growth and contamination. Knowing when and how to test those levels is not only a good health practice … Read more

A Guide To Raising Your Hot Tub’s pH Levels

May 10, 2023February 27, 2023 by Megan McCoig
Kit of Ph chlorine and bromide test

Before you got a hot tub, you might have imagined that having one was all about kicking back and relaxing in the warm water. However, taking care of your hot … Read more

When Should You Shock A Hot Tub?

May 10, 2023February 1, 2023 by Turner Tomlinson
A outdoor hot tub near a forest with a sunburst coming through the trees

Every time someone uses your hot tub, they may leave germs, body oils, lotions, hair, and other things behind in the water. All this stuff attracts bacteria and other organisms, … Read more

Foamy Hot Tub Water: Causes, Prevention, And Cleaning 

May 10, 2023January 7, 2023 by Turner Tomlinson
The top view of blue hot tub with rushing water

Foamy hot tub water is a very common problem that occurs when air, water, and surfactants collide. Upon collision, the surfactants create a barrier between the air and water, resulting … Read more

Read This Before Pouring Bleach In Your Pool

May 10, 2023December 3, 2022 by Turner Tomlinson
Human hand in protective glove opening a bleach bottle

If your pool has algae and bacteria, you’ll have to pour chlorine or bleach to sanitize it. While most people use chlorine as a pool sanitizer, you can also use … Read more

Why Your Inflatable Hot Tub Is Slimy And How To Fix It

May 11, 2023November 15, 2022 by Chandler Levitt
Private Jacuzzi

If your inflatable hot tub gets mucky and slithery, it’s not a good sign. Slime develops in tubs when they’re not properly maintained. And it’s not only irritating, but it … Read more

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