Poorly balanced hot tub water can lead to bacteria, infections, or skin rash. But soaking too long can also lead to dehydration. Follow my tips to steer clear.
As a new hot tub owner, one of the things you’ve got to stay on top of is ensuring that the hot tub is not only clean but safe. But sometimes there are dangers in the water we can’t see like bacteria. So, how do I get rid of bacteria in my hot tub? To … Read more
People with sensitive skin often look for alternatives to chlorine or bromine for their hot tub. However, sometimes they just decide not to add anything. But is it bad to use a hot tub without chemicals? It is bad to use a hot tub without chemicals because it can easily become a breeding ground for … Read more
If you own a hot tub, you know about sanitizing the water. But sometimes, between sanitizer and shock, we can overdo it and add too much. So can too much chlorine in a hot tub hurt you? Too much chlorine can cause burning eyes, skin rashes and lead to difficulty breathing. And extremely high levels … Read more
All of us have done it. We go to get in our hot tub, check the water with a test strip, realize the chlorine or bromine levels are too low, and get in anyway. So, what happens if the chlorine is too low in a hot tub? When chlorine or bromine levels are too low … Read more
If you or one of your family has developed a rash after using your hot tub, while that could just be a high pH level, it could also be folliculitis, and if that is the case, you will want to know how to get folliculitis out of your hot tub. Get rid of hot tub … Read more
I love getting in my hot tub, but I’ve noticed that sometimes I feel thirsty or even lightheaded when I get out. When that happens I’ve wondered can a hot tub make you dehydrated? I decided to research it and here’s what I found out: Yes. A hot tub can lead to excess sweating and … Read more
Inflatable hot tubs are much more convenient than regular hot tubs, considering the low price tag, and how easy they are to move. But given how relatively flimsy they are compared to regular hot tubs, are inflatable hot tubs dangerous? No. Inflatable hot tubs are no more dangerous than other types of hot tubs. With … Read more
When the weather is nice, we’re all eager to jump in our hot tubs. But sometimes we can accidentally add too much sanitizer. If that happens, is it safe to go in a hot tub with high chlorine? No. It’s not safe to get in a hot tub where chlorine levels are above 3 parts … Read more
After a long day, all you want to do is dive into that beautiful pool, or take a nice relaxing soak in a hot tub. But if you wear contacts, you’re probably wondering can you wear contacts in a hot tub or swimming pool? No, it is not safe to swim in a pool or … Read more
Hot tub sanitizers like chlorine or bromine are necessary to make sure your water is free of bacteria and other contaminants. But many hot tub owners wonder how soon after adding chlorine or bromine can I use a hot tub? After adding chlorine or bromine sanitizer to a hot tub, wait 30 minutes & test … Read more