Hot Tub Water Care

Hot Tub Water Care

Making sure your hot tub is clean and chemically balanced is an important part of hot tub ownership. We provide a great range of cleaning products and chemicals so that you can keep your hot tub in tip-top condition.

Remember, if there's anything you are unsure of, just get in touch, and we'll be very happy to help you.

We recommend the following cleaning regime:

Cleaning your filter

If you are regularly using your hot tub, we suggest you clean your filters every couple of weeks. It's a straightforward process using a filter cleaning solution such as our instant hot tub filter cleaner spray. This is a fantastic and very quick way to clean your hot tub filter, as all you need to do is spray the filter all over and leave for 30 minutes. After this time, simply remove it by rinsing it with a pressure washer or hose. Leave your filters to dry before placing them back in your hot tub. We recommend buying a spare set of filters to switch whilst cleaning your dirty set.

Cleaning your spa shell

When keeping your hot tub acrylic clean, it's important to use the correct product. Using an incorrect type of cleaning agent could lead to damage to your spa shell. Our hot tub cleaner is specially designed for spa acrylic and formulated with a fresh orange scent to remove scum from the hot tub. It is also great for cleaning your leather insulated cover; using the Cover Protector will truly give a great result.

Looking after your hot tub cover

Although it can be an afterthought, your hot tub cover is one of the most important parts of your spa. Not only does it keep garden debris such as leaves, grass and insects out of the water, allowing your hot tub to run at its best, but it also retains the majority of heat and keeps running costs down. 

To look after your hot tub cover, we recommend a cover lifting device. The main damage is caused by the sun and the changes in temperature from winter to summer. Using a cover protector helps to soften the leather so it doesn't dry out. In addition to that, it benefits from a UV protector, which stops the sun from fading the leather. Treat every 12 weeks, and your cover is guaranteed to last longer.

Using your hot tub chemicals

This includes Chlorine, PH Plus and PH Minus. Using your chemical testing strips will determine which chemicals you will need to add and how much.

Your testing strips will indicate what your hot tub may be lacking, and clear instructions will be provided so that you can add these correctly.

We recommend that you use the hot tub chemicals with great care and make sure you follow the instructions - Hot Tub Liverpool are happy to provide you with advice and help on this should you feel unsure in any way.

Hot tubs are a popular way to relax and unwind after a long day, but it's important to maintain proper water chemistry to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Hot tub chemicals play a critical role in keeping the water clean and safe for use. In this blog, we will explore the different types of hot tub chemicals and their functions.

Chlorine - Chlorine is a common hot tub chemical used to sanitize water by killing bacteria and other contaminants. It comes in granular or tablet form and is added directly to the water or through a chlorinator. The ideal chlorine level for hot tubs is between 3-5 parts per million (ppm). However, excessive chlorine levels can cause skin and eye irritation, and a strong odour. Regular testing and adjustment of chlorine levels are essential to maintain a safe and comfortable hot tub experience.

Bromine - Bromine is another popular hot tub chemical used for water sanitation. It is more stable than chlorine and works better in warm water environments. Bromine is available in tablet or granular form and is added directly to the water or through a brominator. The ideal bromine level for hot tubs is between 3-5 ppm. Like chlorine, excessive bromine levels can cause skin and eye irritation, and a strong odour. Regular testing and adjustment of bromine levels are essential for maintaining a safe and comfortable hot tub experience.

pH Adjusters - The pH level of hot tub water is critical to maintaining proper water chemistry. The ideal pH range for hot tubs is between 7.2-7.8. If the pH level is too low, the water is too acidic, which can cause skin and eye irritation and damage hot tub components. If the pH level is too high, the water is too alkaline, which can lead to cloudy water and scaling. pH adjusters, such as pH plus and pH minus, are used to maintain the ideal pH range. These chemicals should be added in small increments to avoid overcorrecting and causing further imbalances.

Alkalinity Adjusters - Alkalinity adjusters are used to maintain the ideal total alkalinity (TA) level of hot tub water, which is between 80-120 ppm. Total alkalinity measures the ability of the water to resist changes in pH levels. If the TA level is too low, the pH level can fluctuate and cause damage to hot tub components. If the TA level is too high, the water can become cloudy, and scaling can occur. Sodium bicarbonate or alkalinity increaser is used to increase TA levels, while muriatic acid or alkalinity decreaser is used to decrease TA levels.

Calcium Hardness Adjusters - Calcium hardness is the measure of dissolved calcium in the water. The ideal calcium hardness range for hot tubs is between 150-250 ppm. If the calcium hardness level is too low, the water can become corrosive and damage hot tub components. If the calcium hardness level is too high, the water can become cloudy, and scaling can occur. Calcium increaser or hardness increaser is used to increase calcium hardness levels, while a product like calcium reducer is used to decrease calcium hardness levels.

In conclusion, hot tub chemicals are a critical component of maintaining a safe and enjoyable hot tub experience. Chlorine and bromine are used to sanitize the water, while pH adjusters, alkalinity adjusters, and calcium hardness adjusters are used to maintain proper water chemistry. Regular testing and adjustment of hot tub chemicals are essential to ensure the safety and comfort of hot tub users. It is important to follow the manufacturer's instructions when using hot tub chemicals and to use them in the correct amounts to avoid overcorrection and further imbalances.

We offer a wide selection of high quality chemicals and filters. Please contact us if you can't find what you are looking for, we can also offer next day delivery if your urgently need any of our products please speak to our customer service team on 0151 662 0284.

Using your testing strips

Part of our hot tub chemicals kit are the testing strips. They are simply a strip that has pads for each level needing to be tested. Once submerged in the hot tub water, they will take a few seconds to change colour. After a minute or so, you can see the colour change has taken place and you can then compare the colour of the strips to the coloured squares on the test strip container. 

If the colour changing pads are the correct colour as indicated on the container then you can continue to enjoy your hot tub straight away. If the colours are different, then it can be easily rectified by carefully adding chemicals into the water in small quantities and testing again until you have the balance right.