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

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

We provide the most accurate answers on “How to Choose the Right Cover lifter”, “Is Microban Worth it?”, “What Makes One Cover Better than Another”, to “How to Winterize My Hot Tub?

Sample of the Most Commonly Asked Questions

Where is the best place to buy hot tub chemicals?

National online sellers sometimes provide a lower price on spa chemicals but not always, sometimes you will find them more expensive. Always remember when doing a price comparison on any chemical product, check to see the volume provided. If it’s not provided, or difficult to locate, seek to buy your chemicals elsewhere.

For many reasons, we strongly recommend purchasing your chemicals from a local spa retailer.

1. They’re a phone call away if a problem occurs or simply a question arises. The answers to chemical usage can vary, based upon the volume of water within a spa, the type of filtration utilized, if automatic purification systems were included, and which type, and so on.

2. Protecting your warranty. Every spa manufacturer in world includes in their warranty a clause that excuses them of honoring a claim if the cause of the problem was due to improper use or lack of use of hot tub chemicals. Buying and being trained by their dealer helps prevent their ability to make a claim of lack of use of chemicals.

Most importantly the quality and clarity of your water is the most important determining factor on how often you’ll use your spa, how much you’ll enjoy it, and most importantly how healthy the water is for you and your family.

Who provides the answers to the questions on this site?

The answers on this site are not provided by one single company or someone in their backyard that owns a spa. They are answered by Presidents, CEO’s, and other executives from a variety of manufacturers within the spa industry. We firmly believe these are the most reliable answers you will find on the internet. But we still urge all spa owners to consult with dealer that sold them their spa.

Are all chemical brands the same?

Many manufacturers will water their product down their liquid products or add inexpensive fillers to their granules to make more money. The result is an inferior product. The chance of any liquid product being watered down or inexpensive fillers being added to a granular product is extremely remote when purchased by a local spa retailer.

Where can I purchase any of the brands viewed on this site?

This site is a purely educational site. The products are available via many dealers in both the USA and Canada. To find a list of dealers nearest to you simply click on “FIND A DEALER” and make certain to provide a zip code and type of product you are seeking.

the ease in operating a cover lifter, how safe a safety rail really is, the best size and type of step is best for you, which replacement cover is best for your spa and your environment should you choose

Main Categories

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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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  • Filters
  • Hot Tub Water Clarity
  • Keeping Water Clear
  • Proper Spa Water Maintenance
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  • Spa Covers
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What is HT Protection Plus?

HT Protection Plus is a combination of HT Stain & Scale and a Traditional Clarifier. If your water has a...
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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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Relax & Enjoy

Alone or with the One’s You Love, a Hot Tub Will Improve Your Life This Perfect Escape from TV’s, Phones,...
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What is the estimated life of an average hot tub and how do I extend it?

I quality hot tub purchased from a legitimate registered dealer, not one you buy online or from a friend, should...
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Will a polyethylene Weathershield exterior skin cover last longer or shorter than a vinyl skin cover and if so, why?

WeatherShield™ generally offers greater longevity than traditional vinyl; however, vinyl can achieve a comparable lifespan if properly maintained. WeatherShield™ is...
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Why is my hot tub water higher than where I set my temperature?

The three primary causes for this are your outside temperature and/or the internal temperature within the spa cabinet is higher...

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We get our information from industry professionals with decades of experience. Presidents, CEO’s, and other executives from a variety of manufacturers within the spa industry. We firmly believe these are the most reliable answers you will find on the internet.