what essential chemicals are needed to keep above ground hot tub clean
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Something to kill the algae and bacteria. In a spa you need very little chemicals. I use the Leisure Time products but you should check with the spa manufacturer as different spas have different systems. For instance, common pool chemicals like HTH that you see in department stores is not recommended for my spa and can damage the heater.
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Chlorine is the most important and this product is excellent. Get the test strips which tell you what you need. Other chemicals that you will need are PH increaser/decreaser and alkalinity increaser/decreaser. Test often and follow the colors.
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I use a silver nitrate cartridge and shock (weekly?/usage) with "Leisure Time Renew". I use this product as a daily/by daily disinfectant. You don't need a lot, just test your water often. This is a good product and lasts if used correctly. I'm satisfied with the results and would recommend it. Good Luck!
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Dennis,1. What "kind" of pools? Swimming, live fish ponds, hot-tub stuff?2. Are you trying to condition the water, clean the sides, wash out the plumbing/circulator stuff, ...?I ask because I Have used it to clean my hot-tub & rinse out the plumbing. Works great. But A&H; has a pool (water) maintenance product to keep the water "balanced." It think they market it as "Clear Pool" or something like that. A&H; also has other products that you can research but it depends on exactly what you want to accomplish.Hope this helps.
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Not sure because I have a 500 gallon tub. I use one capful Of non-chlorine After each use or once a week. Try calling the manufacturer for an answer or your local hot tub specialist good luck
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My pool is salt. I also have a mechanically run cover that keeps it very clean. I only use this and muratic acid. I find that pool stores push a lot of products that are not necessary. Like conditioner/cyanuric acid is only needed at very low levels to prevent chlorine loss.Research it and you'll see 2-20 is range to do its job...not 30-50 like pool companies recommend.
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Water,cetearyl alcohol, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium cetearyl sulfate, petrolatum, glycerin, synthetic beeswax, mineral oil, aluminum sulfate, methylparaben, calcium acetate, trisodium EDTA, propylparaben. I agree with Ms. Lamb. This stuff works, and I'm an Acid Mantle user going back to the early '70s.
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I use sulfamic acid cleaner sold at most home improvement stores in the tile section. A few table spoons, some hot water and several hours just sitting there will clean off the most stubborn scale.You may need a second round if it has built up quite a bit.
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Absolutely do NOT use anything that contains water. Orange cleaning solution is the most "friendly" in terms of disposal and accidentally getting it on your skin. One company actually recommends using diesel fuel as a cleaning agent for their speed skate bearings.
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You will need paint rollers that are suitable for strong coating such as epoxies and resins, 2 inch brush, tape, razor blade, sandpaper, paint tray something to clean the tub with really good. AquaFinish also makes kit that comes with most everything in it. Thank you, AquaFinish
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No special cleaner required.I run mine under tap water for three months of use. Then I clean it with the included deep cleaner module and I'm good for another three months.
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There a re several steps. First, the tub must be thoroughly cleaned using a cleaner that removes soap residue and lime deposits. I used CLR and TSP (trisodium phosphate). Then the tub surface must be sanded with 400 grit and then 600 grit sandpaper. Sand the entire tub with the 400 and then do it again with the 600 grit. Rinse off the dust and thoroughly dry the tub. Use masking tape and newspaper to cover anything you don't want painted. Then the rest is applying two coats allowing time to dry between each coat. I wrote a pretty extensive writeup in the reviews section, take a look there. Others have also given some great advice. The bottom line is, budget enough time, be thorough performing each step and don't skip any step, all of them are important.
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coconut oil based surfactants: The natural stuff that cleansSodium carbonate (soda ash) : Assists the stuff that cleans by softening the water and provides alkalinitySodium Metasilicate: Helps prevent the metal partsi n the washer from corrodingFatty Alcohol Ethoxylate: More natural stuff that cleansSodium chloride: Helps hold it all together and increases flowIf you go to Nellies' website they will provide you with more info also.
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We use water primarily. Have even used windex. It is easy to clean. I wouldn't suggest acetone though, it may mess it up. Ours looks fairly new even after 1 yrs. don't put it out in the sun, it will lose color.
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spa choice bromine works great and at a great price. I own a dynasty imperial 450 gal 3 pump tub good luck.
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Needs a lot of rinsing and corrosive mostly used for commercial outdoor air units. Look for nu calgon calclean in aerosol can 4081-75 non corrosive and much easier to rinse off with water.
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I use distilled water on my ceramics. Otherwise it would leave streaks with cleaners.. I might try spraying the floor slightly, with a mixture of water and ammonia and then run the steam mop over it.. DONT BOIL CHEMICALS its dangerous to breathe
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John, we have a rather large hot tub and use about one scoop when required. However, it depends on how often you check the spa itself - I do it weekly and add accordingly. This lasts a long time and have been using it for years. Hope this helps.
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Wipe down with towel after major splashfest and clean regularly with SC Johnson Scrubbing Bubbles bathroon cleaner. When calcium buildup show I use a little white vinegar. Have 2, been in use over 3 years and still look like new.