Spa water treatment is about maintaining the correct chemical balance (pH, alkalinity), disinfection (chlorine/salt electrolysis), and regular cleaning (filters, pipes) to keep the water clean, safe, and clear, using systems such as traditional chemicals or saltwater systems. It requires testing and changing the water regularly to prevent buildup of dissolved substances.
What Should You Watch For?
Testing & Balance:
- pH Level: Ideally between 7.2-7.8; too low (acidic) or too high (alkaline) can cause skin irritation and ineffective disinfection.
- Alkalinity (TA): Stabilises pH; should also be balanced (commonly 80-120 ppm).
- Use Test Strips: Test water regularly (multiple times per week) and adjust with pH increasers (soda ash) or reducers (pH minus).
Disinfection (Sanitation):
- Chlorine & Bromine: Common disinfectants; chlorine is popular, bromine is more stable in warm water.
- Shocking: Add shock weekly or after use (e.g., with granules) to break down organic contaminants (sweat, oils) and kill bacteria.
Filtration:
- Clean Filters: Spa filters trap debris; clean weekly and replace periodically for clear water.
Water Replacement & Cleaning:
- Regular Draining: Refill spas every 3-4 months (or more often with heavy use), longer for saltwater systems (up to one year).
- Pipe Cleaning: Use a pipe cleaner (degreaser) during draining to remove stuck residue from pipes.
Troubleshooting (Cloudy Water):
- First check filters and pH/alkalinity.
- Use a flocculant (clarifier) to clump small particles.
- Shock the spa.
Prevention is Better Than Cure, Right?
Of course.
Invest in one of our automatic spa treatment systems, and your efforts are limited to just once yearly checks and maintenance.
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