Owning a hot tub is all about creating more moments to relax, recharge and enjoy.
At FROG®, we’re here to guide you on your path to hot tub bliss, ensuring that every moment spent in your hot tub contributes to your well-being – just what it’s supposed to do!
These five practices are easy to master, don’t take much time and can help you steer clear of common pitfalls so you can make the most of your hot tub oasis.
1. Embrace Filter Cleaning for Crystal-Clear Water:
Did you know that maintaining a clean hot tub filter is a breeze? Many hot tub owners overlook this step, but it’s the key to pristine water clarity. And, cleaning your filter is super easy!
Simply pull out the filter and hose it down thoroughly every 1-2 weeks.
Once you establish a routine of regular filter cleaning, it becomes easier. Plus, it helps you enjoy a sparkling hot tub without any hassle.
2. Set the Perfect Temperature for Pure Relaxation:
Discover the art of setting the perfect water temperature in your hot tub. The Centers for Disease Control, CDC, and the US Product Safety Commission, CPSC, recommend a temperature range of 100-102 degrees Fahrenheit.
Maintaining the ideal temperature not only promotes well-being but also saves you money. Higher water temperatures increase energy consumption and cause chemicals to dissipate more quickly, resulting in higher operating costs.
But what if you like your hot tub, well, hotter? The CPSC states that hot tub water temperatures should not exceed 104◦F; therefore, many hot tub manufacturers will not allow temperatures to be set above 104◦F.
At higher temperatures, time spent in the hot tub should be monitored. Age and health should be considered when setting temperatures. Children 5 and under should not use a hot tub because they overheat quickly. If you’re pregnant or have health issues, it’s wise to talk to your physician before using a hot tub.
In the hot summer months, you may find 95 – 97◦F feels just right.
Test a few temperatures to see what you like best. Finding the perfect temperature will add to your enjoyment.
3. Cover Your Hot Tub for Added Protection
A hot tub cover has great power! And that power can be yours!
Keeping your hot tub covered when not in use is a simple yet vital practice. A clean, tightly fitted hot tub cover offers many benefits, including:
Energy Efficiency: A hot tub cover provides excellent insulation, trapping heat inside and reducing energy consumption. Spend less time and money on reheating your tub for your next soak.
Keep Debris Out: While the hot tub cover helps keep heat in, it also helps keep debris out. Leaves, twigs – those kinds of things can get into your hot tub and cause trouble – like an algae outbreak, or worse.
Component Protection: Hot tub covers help protect the jets and mechanical components, ensuring their longevity and reducing the need for repairs.
Safety First: Above all, a cover provides a crucial safety precaution for children and pets, offering peace of mind for everyone.
When you’re getting out of your hot tub, simply replace the cover!
4. Embrace Fresh Fill Water:
Maintaining fresh water in your hot tub is vital.
Ask 20 hot tub owners when the best time to drain and refill is, and you may get 20 different answers! Industry standards often say that hot tub water should be drained and refilled every three months.
But not so fast. With FROG, you can extend this period to at least four months because FROG Sanitizing Minerals® work for four months. They kill bacteria, condition the water for softness and help keep pH balanced. You can align your water change with the replacement of your FROG Mineral Cartridge.
Here’s another difference-maker about FROG products: they contain no cyanuric acid (CYA).
Dichlor, the most common hot tub sanitizer, contains almost 50% CYA and it builds up in the water. CYA causes water to become harsh and irritating and lessens chlorine’s effectiveness. That’s why people who use dichlor need to drain and refill their hot tub so often.
Since FROG products are free of CYA, there’s no CYA build-up. FROG keeps water Cleaner, Clearer, Softer® – and it’s Easier to take care of.
In fact, FROG helps keep your hot tub water so consistently clean and clear, you may not have to drain and refill until 8 months!
The key is keeping your hot tub water balanced.
5. Achieve Water Balance for a Perfect Soak:
Did you know that out-of-balance hot tub water can reduce your sanitizer’s effectiveness? That’s just one more reason to keep your water properly balanced.
Regular testing with RANA® Tiras reactivas o RANA® @facilidad® Tiras reactivas will help you keep track of your water levels.
If any questions arise, take a water sample to your local dealer. They’ll help you keep your water balanced and give you great advice!
Plus, the FREE FROG Water Care® App can help you – use it in conjunction with your test strips to test your water, diagnose and correct water issues, set reminders and watch helpful videos. If you haven’t already, download it now! It’s ready to help you 24/7.
There you have it: 5 Easy Hot Tub Practices to help keep your hot tub sparkling. Follow these and you’ll maximize your hot tub’s lifetime – all while making your life easier!
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