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How to Fix Cloudy, Milky or Foamy Hot Tub Water
Cloudy, murky and foamy hot tub water can be troublesome problems that most hot tub owners are bound to experience. While hot tub chemicals may help to prevent this issue, there are some problems that a tablet cannot fix. In this article, we will be discussing how to identify cloudy, murky and foamy hot tub water and the best way to get that crystal clear water back.
Cloudy hot tub water is commonly described as water that appears to be filled with tiny particles that do not dissipate after being filtered. You may experience this issue even if you feel like you're on top of your hot tub chlorine or chlorine alternative.
There are a couple of potential causes of cloudy hot tub water:
Unfortunately, hot tubs are the perfect breeding ground for all manner of bacteria, more so than pools, due to their size and high temperature. As a result, even being slightly off on your chemical balancing can cause problems.
Now, let's take a look at how to return your hot tub to a crystal clear lake of relaxation.
If your water has turned cloudy, there are a couple of fixes that clear up the cloudiness within the hot tub:
Of course, prevention is often better than cure – however, in this case, it’s very tricky to avoid cloudy water entirely. There are some things you can do, though:
Water clarifying products and hot tub foam removers can also be helpful in achieveing sparkling clear water. Products like this are added after you've cleaned and sanitised your tub to improve the general quality and feel of your water, making it more inviting.
We hope this guide will help you avoid the most common problem to plague hot tub owners, or at least make solving the issue easier! For more hot tub advice, be sure to check out our blog, which is full of helpful guides! You may find our article on how to close a hot tub for winter particularly handy.