So, you just ordered your first hot tub, or maybe yours is just not very energy efficient, and now you’re wondering, “do I need a hot tub insulation pad?” Here’s what I’ve learned: As...

So, you’ve got the alkalinity and the pH right, about to add the chlorine, and now you’re thinking, “does chlorine raise pH in a hot tub?” Here’s what I’ve learned: At normal...

If you’re trying to get the pH level correct in your hot tub and it's too low, you're naturally wondering “how much pH increaser should I add to my hot tub?” Here’s what I do: As a...

Soft water is the opposite of hard water, which means you have less calcium in the water, whereas hard water has a lot of calcium. But is soft water bad for hot tubs? Soft water in a hot tub is...

I love a long soak in our hot tub. But sometimes it's easy to lose track of time, so I've wondered how long is it safe to stay in a hot tub? As a general rule, the maximum safe amount of time to...

The cost of chemicals is a large part of the price of owning a hot tub. So many owners look for cheaper alternatives, some asking, “can I put baking soda in my hot tub?” Here’s what I...