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Everything You Need To Know About Heaters

It is so easy to maintain the spa in your home. You can have the same luxury as what you get in a five-star hotel as long as you know how to maintain them. We are talking about the modern spa made of fiberglass.

For a newbie owning a spa, there are so many important things to know. Take for example the kind of spa and hot tubs out there, which varies depending on the heater that you use, as well as the water that you use.

Here are some basic heating tips for your spa.

  1. Use an econo-mode and turn the thermometer to whichever you deem comfortable so that you will be able to save energy. You can turn it up before you get in.
  2. Use test strips in order to adjust the chemical levels of your spa and your bath tub. Compare these strips with the chart that comes in the container. Practice makes perfect and soon enough, you will notice that you can manage your spa by yourself. You don’t need an expert to do the work for you.
  3. Make sure that the cover is tight on your spa in order to prevent letting out the heat. The newer the cover, the better its insulation will be. This will also help you cut back on the energy bill.
  4. You have to condition the spa or the hot tub at least once a month. This prolongs the life by protecting it from elements like the suns rays. It also prevents the vinyl from cracking and hardening.
  5. Leave the heater of your hot tub on all the time. This equips the circulating pumps and it allows the circulation of the water to take place. It also prevents the water from building up. The algae are also filtered and it cleans the water.
  6. Wipe the spa with polish in order to give it a protective coat. After cleaning the filer, make sure that all debris has been removed. Read more
2010
04/09
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Heaters
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Tools You Will Need In Cleaning Your Hot Tub

With a hot tub comes responsibility. It’s not just about fun, you have to clean your hot tub as often as possible for hygienic purposes.

Here are some of the commonly used hot tub cleaning tools:

  1. Telepoles
    This is the main cleaning instrument you need. They are made of fiberglass of aluminum. They come in various sizes. The end has a rounded tip or a handgrip in order for your hand to not slip when you’re cleaning your pool or your hot tub. It also comes with magnets so that it can pick up metallic items such as nails or hairpins.
  2. Wall and Floor Brush
    These are used in order to remove the stains, dirt and materials that stick on the surface. The wall is there to brush off the spa and tub interior surfaces. These are often made from an aluminum frame and come with a shank that perfectly fits your grip. They have nylon bristles that can easily brush across every end.
    The curved kinds are used in order to get to those corners that are very tight. These wall and floor brushes also come in different sizes. Don’t use wire brushes that aren’t made of stainless steel because the bristles snap while you are brushing. It will also leave stains when they rust on the plaster. You also have to check whether they are rusty because these might cause further staining.
  3. Vacuum Head and Hose
    Vacuums are specially made to suck in the dirt in the spa or hot tub. There are two procedures to vacuum these equipments. The first one is to suck the dirt and sent it into the filter. The second one is to use water pressure from the hose and force the debris in the bag then removing and cleaning it with the vacuum. Vacuum heads are usually made of plastic that keeps the head above the surface as it does the cleaning. A flexible head lets the contour go in accordance with the curves of the hot tub and the spa.
  4. Tile Brush and Tile Soap
    These are used to clean the tiles. Tile brushes don’t bend too much in order to allow more cleaning. Tile soaps are often mixed of muriatic acids. These cut the stubborn oils and stains. It also eats through the plastic of the brush pads so make sure that you continue rinsing the hot tub after you apply and scrub. Don’t use other kinds of soap aside from one that is made specifically for cleaning the hot tub or spa. If you do, it might only sud and foam.
  5. Pumice Stones
    These are used in order to remove the scales from the hot tub tiles. It also removes the stains or other deposits from the surfaces. By using these, the surface isn’t excessively scratched.
    These stones are made from volcanic ash and are specifically made for abrasive actions. They are often sold in blocks and are attached to the telepoles or brushes in order to reach the surface easier. Pumice stones disintegrate so we suggest that you do the scrubbing before you do the vacuuming. Another alternative for pumice stones are plastic foams or Styrofoam because these do not scratch the fiberglass. Read more
2010
03/22
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Hot tub maintenance
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