Spa Products Keep The Water Sparkling Clean, Creating A Backyard Oasis

There is nothing worse than swimming or lounging in a spa filled with murky water. Only the bravest souls will venture in for a dip, with everyone else sitting politely beside the water in their lounge chairs, rather tense. Spa products make the water clean and fresh and packages of these make perfect holiday gifts.

Sanitizers are essential spa products for those who want to prevent residue build up and disinfect the water in their spas. Easy Brome is one sanitizer for use with hot water that removes organic waste from the water and disinfects without leaving an insoluble or cloudy residue. Spa owners can purchase Spa Swat to accompany this disinfectant. Spa Swat is both a clarifying and oxidizing treatment that eliminates organic contaminants and provides a sparkle to the water.

As their name implies, balancing products restore the proper balance to the spa water, providing a more comfortable experience for occupants. They do things like raise or lower the pH level, increase alkalinity level, and increase or decrease water hardness. Spa Logic Minus is a unique product because it is one of the few pH-reducing spa products available in liquid form. When the balance of the constituents of the spa water is achieved, occupants will not experience skin or eye irritation.

Some spa products are designed to improve the cleanliness and clarity of the water. Accumulated grease and dirt deposits are removed from spa cartridges, allowing them to operate in peak form. Other products neutralize particles suspended in water, so they can be filtered. Results are improved water clarity and that added sparkle so many spa owners desire. Spa acrylic products remove mildew, rust, and hard water stains from the spa walls and floor.

Conditioners perform various valuable functions to keep the spa looking and operating like new. Stain control products prevent corrosion, scaling, and stains, and these are used when the spa is initially filled with water. Foam control eliminates any foam that is present and keeps it from returning. Some products are designed to prevent the components of the heating system from corroding and others deliver natural enzymes, resulting in healthier water.

In addition to using these spa products, spa owners should keep some general guidelines in mind. The spa filter needs to run a minimum of three hours each day and the water temperature should not exceed 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Testing of the sanitizer should take place daily and levels should be kept at three to five ppm. Daily testing of the pH level should also take place and a reading of 7.2 to 7.8 should be maintained.

Following these guidelines and using spa products as required will keep the water clean, clear, and free of any harmful impurities. Guests will comment on the attractiveness of the water and will be eager to have some moments of relaxation. Keeping the spa in peak shape allows it to become the backyard oasis the spa owner has always dreamed of, and it will be enjoyed every day.

Water World Home & Leisure Centre is a family-owned and operated business, founded in 1975, offering customers quality products and outstanding service for nearly thirty years. Specializing in custom, inground pool installations in the Peterborough and Northumberland County areas, and offering a full line of inground and above ground options, along with a wide range ofspas and all the chemicals and accessories you would ever need.

Hot Tub FAQs

1. How much should I expect to pay for a hot tub? 
Hot tubs may cost from as low as $2,000 to as high as $25,000. The cost of hot tubs depends on their size, make and features. The least expensive hot tubs are usually the simplest while the most expensive ones are loaded with complex, state of the art features. This doesn’t mean to say that the cheap hot tub is made of lowest quality and the expensive hot tub is that of highest quality. The single hot tub person is the cheapest and the price increases as the capacity does. 

2. How hard is it to care for a hot tub? 
Simple maintenance such as sanitizing and water balancing takes only about 10 minutes. You need only to have the right chemical solutions for your hot tub. For your convenience, stock up on hot tub chemicals to avoid having to go to the stores all the time. For sanitizing, stock up on chlorine or bromine. Bromine is more convenient since it comes in the form of a tablet and you need only to wait for it to dilute in the water. Chlorine has a milder smell than bromine, however, so you might want to take that in consideration. 

3. I heard about hot tubs needing the right levels of pH and alkalinity. What is that about? 
You need to achieve the right levels of pH and alkalinity for your sanitizers to work properly. Purchase test strips to check your water supply’s pH and alkalinity. Required levels are 7.2 to 7.8 for pH and 80-150 parts per million (ppm). PH- and pH+ are used to balance pH levels, while alkalinity can be balanced by using kitchen vinegar and baking soda. Hot tubs with high alkalinity can be tapered by pouring vinegar. Baking soda is used to achieve the opposite. 

4. What are the benefits of hot tubs? 
Hot tubs have a great range of benefits, from providing a relaxing experience to the user to treating illnesses like rheumatoid arthritis to diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Athletes have been known to include hot tubs in therapy of their injuries. When dipping in hot tubs, the warm water and the jets of hot tubs improve blood circulation, which brings nutrients efficiently into the injured area, speeding up the healing process. The warmth of the water and the motion of the jets mimic the movement within the womb of a mother, which is soothing to the user. 

5. Are their risks associated with hot tubs? 
As Spiderman’s Uncle Ben said, “With great power comes great responsibility”. This is true in all facets of life. Owning a hot tub has numerous benefits, but also poses as many hazards if you do not practice responsible ownership. Proper sanitation must be enforced at all times to avoid contracting diseases like hot tub rash and genital herpes. You must also be careful about sharing hot tubs with other people you’re not sure of hygiene practices. Alcohol and drugs must never be taken when in hot tubs as these are can be very dangerous to the point of being fatal.