Hot Tubs 101

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4 Hot Tub Chemicals to Stop Buying Right Now Mar 18, 2024

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Keeping your water chemistry balanced is important. But you don’t have to buy every chemical that’s recommended. So here are 4 hot tub chemicals you can stop buying right now, and here’s what you should buy instead.

Bromine Hot Tub Maintenance 101 Mar 11, 2024

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Using bromine in your hot tub is actually a lot easier than using chlorine. Bromine is more stable at higher temperatures and tends to last longer in the water. But it only works well if you know when to add it to your hot tub and what other chemicals you need to add with it.

How to Balance Hot Tub pH Mar 04, 2024

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5 common problems impact the pH in your hot tub. But even though your hot tub pH seems really volatile, there are ways to keep it in check.

How to Clean Hot Tub Filters The Right Way Feb 26, 2024

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Here’s a quick, step-by-step walkthrough on how to clean your hot tub filters using the weekly quick rinse method, the monthly cleaner spray, and the quarterly deep clean soak.

How to Clean a Hot Tub Cover for Effortless Lifting Every Time Feb 19, 2024

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You’ll learn how to clean a hot tub cover to make it last longer. Plus, I’ll tell you how to keep it dry and mildew-free. It’ll make it easier to lift on and off your hot tub without using a spa cover lifter.

How to Lower Bromine in a Hot Tub Feb 12, 2024

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Too much bromine in your hot tub? High bromine is bad for the spa itself and its users. Here's an easy way to lower bromine in your hot tub.

The 12 Best Hot Tub Accessories in 2024 Feb 05, 2024

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Are you looking to level up your hot tub? Here’s the perfect list of the best hot tub accessories. There are some real surprises here that will make your hot tub ambiance even more luxurious.

How to Raise pH in a Hot Tub Jan 29, 2024

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The easiest way to raise JUST the pH in your hot tub or swim spa is to use pH Increaser. But that won’t balance the water chemistry in your hot tub completely.

The Honest Truth About Salt Water Hot Tubs Jan 22, 2024

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If you’re looking to use fewer chemicals and have a gentler soaking experience, switching to a salt water hot tub might be a good idea. And you can convert almost any existing hot tub.

How to Lower Alkalinity in a Hot Tub Jan 15, 2024

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High alkalinity causes major hot tub issues. But why is your alkalinity high? Let's start there and help lower the alkalinity in your hot tub.