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HOT TUB CHEMISTRY 101 | Canada Hot Tub Parts ®
Posted by THE HOT TUB EXPERT on 28th Apr 2015
Hot water chemistry can be broken down into four goals. Kill Bacteria , provide bather comfort ,eliminate scaling and prevent staining. All four can be achieved by maintaining water balance ,using a few commercially available products and a couple minutes each week for diagnostic testing
Killing Bacteria
Normally ,spa or hot tubs use either bromine or chlorine to sanitize water. Both products are available in granular or tablet forms ,which are added to the water as directed by the manufacturer. Bromine tends to be more popular choice for spa use because it has a less offensive odor , despite being more expensive. Chlorine has long been proven as an effective and economical method to sanitize spas. A great chlorine product is Hot Tub & Spa Chlorine Concentrate by Natural Chemistry
Personal Comfort
An important factor in maintaining cleanliness and comfort with your water id pH. Numbers below 7.0 indicate acidity while numbers greater than 7.0 indicate alkalinity. Maximum comfort is achieved at a pH of 7.4-7.6 or slightly alkaline on the pH scale. A great alkalinity product is Hot Tub & Spa Alkalinity Increaser by Natural Chemisty
Next week we will talk about Eliminating Scaling , Preventing Staining and the Life of Spa Water
WHAT IS THE PROPER H20 TEMPERATURE?| Canada Hot Tub Parts ®
Hot Tub temperature is really a matter of personal preference and comfort. However, a few things are important to know. First, the Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends that your spa temperature never exceed 104 degrees Fahrenheit.Second if you have a medical condition or pregnant woman shouldn't use a hot tub before consulting a physician.And third, [...]
HOT TUB WATER FILTRATION | Canada Hot Tub Parts ®
One reason for bad hot tub water quality is usually caused by poor hot tub water filtration. A hot tub filter that is operating properly helps keep the water clear by capturing hair, oils and cosmetics that wash off when people use the spa. When a spa filter is clogged and dirty all of this [...]
Getting Into Hot Water 1| Canada Hot Tub Parts ®
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