Q: Why is my spa foaming
Stephen, Store Manager
Teddy Bear Pools & Spas
A: There are several possible reasons for spa foam. One common cause is the rapidly moving water interacting with bathers who have soaps and detergents on their bodies and bathing suits. Showering before entering the spa helps prevent this problem, as well as using an anti-foam, such as Teddy Bear Anti-Foam. Also, do not wash swimsuits in the washing machine as the soap stays in the fabric, hand wash, and rinse thoroughly.
Another cause of foam is soft water. You should raise the calcium level to 150-400 ppm. Hope this helps.
Sara from Westfield, MA wrote:
Q: What is the difference between bromide and chlorine?
Stephen, Store Manager
Teddy Bear Pools & Spas
A: Without going back to my science days and getting all technical on you, the chemical “Bromine” is very similar to chlorine in the way that it kills bacteria and harmful contaminants, but the two chemicals react in different ways in the swimming pool water.
Bromine is most commonly used to sanitize spas/hot tubs because it is more stable than chlorine in the hot temperatures. The advantages of using bromine are obvious, and bromine is very beneficial to many people with naturally sensitive skin. Bromine is chlorine-based, and it is not an alternative sanitizer for people who are allergic to chlorine.
We generally recommend granular bromine. If you are allergic to bromine or chlorine other alternatives are available.
Hope this helps
Shelly from Hadley, MA wrote:
Q. Why do I have to change my spa water so often?
A. Stephen, Store Manager
Teddy Bear Pools & Spas
You know what a bathtub looks like after one person, right? What if there were several people in there with you? The big difference between a spa & a bathtub is that a spa has a built-in filter & it’s being chemically treated. If it gets really foamy or cloudy, then drain, clean & refill the spa. A normal rule of thumb is to change your water every 3 to 4 months depending on Bather Load.
I have 2 Questions about my hot tub water.
Q. How often do I need to test my spa water?
Q. Why do I need to test my spa water?
A: Stephen, Store Manager
Teddy Bear Pools & Spas
Ideally, chlorinated or brominated spas & tubs need to be tested DAILY. This is for your safety as much as the spas. A bad “water balance” can be harmful to your skin and in some cases result in health problems.
Regular, accurate testing of your spas water prevents water problems which lead to downtime & unhappy spa users.
It also prevents long-term problems such as corrosion of filters & metal accessories & parts. Prevention of scaling of a spa’s heater is another long-term need. We haven’t even talked about odors, germs & such. Need I say more?