Clearwater CH0018 Lay-Z-Spa Chemical Starter Kit for Hot Tub and Spa Water Treatment (Includes Chlorine, pH Minus, pH Plus, Foam Remover and Test Strips)

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The hot tub chemical starter kit for clearwater is all you need to ensure that your water is safe and relaxing. This starter kit has won many awards and helps prepare your hot tub with clear and healthy water.

When you’re ready to begin mixing your chemicals, you should handle them with chemical resistant gloves. The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation. It is also advised to wear tightly sealed goggles and appropriate protective clothing such as long sleeves, trousers, and closed-toed shoes that fully protect your feet from spills. You should also wash your hands after handling chemicals. You might be wondering what chemicals you need for a Lay-Z-Spa. In reality, there are only 2 or 3 essential chemicals needed for a hot tub. These are explained below. Any others will be to help with clarity and cleaning. Do I Need To Put Chemicals In My Lay-Z-Spa?

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Analyzed 3 types of research to help you make your hot tub a safe place for you and your family [ 1, 2, 5];

Chlorine is a sanitiser that controls and prevents bacteria growth and is essential for the hot tub water to be clean and safe to use. The recommended Free Chlorine* level in a hot tub is 3-5ppm (parts per million). Bromine is more stable, which means the levels stay more consistent, so it lasts longer and doesn't need topping up as often as chlorine According to the CDC, in 2003-2012, the median estimated number of people visiting hospitals for chemical–associated injuries per year was over four thousand. Injuries were caused due to several reasons such as improper ratios and unsafe chemical storage [ 8]. If you are a newbie (our congrats!) all these hot tub chemicals, starter kits, and water balancing must make your head spin. We figured out that most of the startup kits are designed to make money from naive customers and include BS products that you most likely won’t need (or at least in the first 6 months). Moreover, many of them don’t include some essential items like test strips. Korioth, T. (June, 2015) Pool health: Recognize signs of recreational water illnesses. American Academy of Pediatrics. Retrieved from: https://www.aappublications.org/content/36/6/36.6

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But hot tubs get dirty with frequent usage. Germs, oil, lotion, and even scum make the water unusable. Hence, cleaning becomes a routine task that requires a variety of chemicals. While hot tubs help you relieve stress, relax your muscles, and enjoy your leisure, you must keep it hygienic to avoid unwanted skin infections. Whether you are using a strip or liquid test on your hot tub, you should follow the instructions steps and use water from the centre of the spa or hot tub and ensure the jets aren’t on, as the water must be as settled as possible to get the best results and provide a great spa experience in the future. How To Test Hot Tub Water With Strips