Learn How to Select & Use the
Best Products for Your Hot Tub

Learn How to Select & Use the
Best Products for Your Hot Tub

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addingChem

A guide to help you Choose the Best Sanitizer and Balance Your Water to keep it crystal clear. And which products not to use.

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Learn the different ways Hot Tub Filtration works and Which Cartridge Filters are Best and how to properly clean them.

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Every Hot Tub needs a cover, so let us educate you on the best practices for choosing the right one for your Hot Tub or Swim Spa.

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Hot Tub Cover Lifters assist you in the opening and closing your Hot Tub or Swim Spa cover. Learn how to choose the right one.

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Access Rails make getting into and out of your Hot Tub a whole lot safer. Learn about the different mounting options for installation.

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Turn your Hot Tub or Swim Spa into the funnest gymnasium you've ever been to. from Water Weights to Underwater Treadmills.

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Getting in and out of your spa should be safe. Learn about what to look for when choosing Steps for your Hot Tub or Swim Spa.

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Basic Hot Tub Care and routine maintenance to keep your hot tub or swim spa ready to use at all times.

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  • Keeping Water Clear
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How do you eliminate foaming in spa water?

HT Foam Away is often preferred because it is a high concentrate formula that can be used in a spray...
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How do I raise the Hardness Level in my water?

Using HT Liquid Calcium is the easiest way to raise the hardness level in your hot tub. To raise the...
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Why is Water Hardness Level Important?

The hardness of your water is determined by the calcium level. If the calcium is too high, it could cause...
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Do Mineral Sticks actually work and are they all the same?

Yes, Mineral Sticks very much benefit the water chemistry of a spa along with protecting the spa components. This is...
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Why is the pH level higher in my spa than in my pool, or when I test it from source water?

Warm water maintains a naturally higher pH level.
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What is the average life expectancy of a cover, and does it change by having covers with higher density and/or thicker foam inserts?

The average lifespan of a good-quality cover is typically 3–7 years, but this largely depends on how well it is...

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