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Chlorine vs. Bromine for a Hot Tub: Which Is Right for You?

Chlorine vs. Bromine for a Hot Tub: Which Is Right for You? The truth is, there isn’t one answer that works for everyone. Both chlorine and bromine can do a great job of sanitizing your hot tub when they are used and maintained properly. The best choice often comes down to your personal preferences, how […]

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Why Does My Hot Tub Smell Even When the Water Looks Clear?

Why Does My Hot Tub Smell Even When the Water Looks Clear? Your hot tub water looks crystal clear, so why does it smell a little… strange? Many hot tub owners assume that if their water looks clean, it must be clean. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. Clear water can still contain contaminants, bacteria,

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Hot Tub Water Care Before Winnipeg’s “No Water Exchange” Season

Hot Tub Water Care Before Winnipeg’s “No Water Exchange” Season If you own a hot tub in Winnipeg, there may be times of the year when water restrictions or seasonal conditions make it more important to avoid draining and refilling your hot tub. That means getting your water in great shape before the season begins

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When Is the Best Time to Drain and Refill a Hot Tub in Winnipeg Before Winter?

When Is the Best Time to Drain and Refill a Hot Tub in Winnipeg Before Winter? For hot tub owners in Winnipeg, timing your fall water change is an important part of getting your spa ready for the long Manitoba winter. While hot tubs generally benefit from regular draining and refilling throughout the year, Winnipeg’s

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What Chemicals Do You Actually Need for Winter Pool Closing?

What Chemicals Do You Actually Need for Pool Closing? Before adding your winter closing products, it’s important to make sure your pool water is properly balanced. This usually means checking: Why does this matter? Your pool water will be sitting for several months during the winter. If the water is out of balance when you

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Why Closing a Green or Cloudy Pool Can Make Spring Opening Harder

Did you know that closing you pool when it is green or cloudy can make for a more difficult spring opening? When the pool gets closed for the winter, it is quite tempting to think, “The pool is going to be covered for the winter anyway—how clean does it really need to be?” Quite clean,

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