Cleaning Your Hot Tub
How To Clean a Hot Tub
Cleaning your hot tub or spa will help you enjoy it for years to come. Cleaning hot tubs is not as much work as you think and it will keep your hot tub in great condition longer.
Cleaning Your Hot Tub Filter – Hot Tub Cleaning
– Filters: Most companies recommend that you clean your hot tub’s filter about once each month. It’s not necessary to replace your filter every time it gets dirty. In fact, cleaning hot tub filters on a regular basis will lengthen the life of the filters. With each filter, there will be specific care instructions provided by the manufacturer. Take care to follow these instructions exactly. Filter cleaning is important because dirt and debris trapped in your hot tub’s filter can slow the flow of water and affect the performance of the spa.
Most standard filters can be removed and sprayed with a garden hose. Spray into the filter pleats and remove any trapped dirt and particles. Many standard filters can also be soaked in spa filter cleaner. The process is simple: place the filter inside a bucket or specially designed filter-cleaning bag with spa filter cleaning solution and allow the dirt and particles to float into the water. After soaking, the filter should be sprayed thoroughly again to remove any remaining dirt and cleaner.
You may want to buy an additional filter to keep on hand. In this way, you can allow your filter to soak, put the replacement filter in, and use your hot tub right away. Inserting a dry filter each time may have the added benefit of keeping your spa’s lines clean.
Clean your hot tub’s filter once per month with a hose and, if needed, filter cleaning solution.
Cleaning Your Acrylic Shell
Hot Tub Cleaning – Acrylic Shells: It’s a good rule of thumb to drain and clean your hot tub or spa about once every three months. If you have an acrylic hot tub shell, it’s simple to clean, and you can be assured that the non-porous surface won’t allow dirt, soapy film, or germs to penetrate. Simply use a mild bathroom cleaner, and wipe the acrylic with a damp sponge or cloth. However, don’t use an abrasive cleaner or applicator, or a product that contains bleach.
If you want to clean the acrylic above the waterline while the water is still in the hot tub, be sure to use a natural enzyme product that is recommended by the hot tub manufacturer. Be careful of household soaps and cleaners because they may change the water chemistry.
Drain and clean your hot tub once every three months. Be sure you are using the right kind of cleaner.
Cleaning Your Vinyl Cover
Hot Tub Cleaning – Vinyl Covers: Because your hot tub cover is exposed to the elements, it’s a good idea to use a vinyl protector to extend its life and look. You can buy vinyl cleaner and protectors from your hot tub dealer. Clean your cover and apply a protector each time you clean your spa’s filter. Remember to use the cleaner only on the top of the cover; you won’t want the cleaner to interfere with your water chemistry. To clean the underside, spray with a garden hose and air-dry the cover.
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