If cloudy spa water is a problem, checking you have the correct water balance, sanitiser level, and adequate filtration is the best place to start, follow our tips below to clear it up.
What causes cloudy spa water?
1. High pH
Your spa’s pH level should not be higher than 7.6. If it is, you’ll get scale formation and your sanitising becomes ineffective, causing cloudiness.
2. High alkalinity
When your spa water has alkalinity higher than 150ppm, it begins to form scale and destabilises the pH, again causing cloudy water.
3. High calcium hardness
Ideally, your spa’s calcium hardness will be between 175 to 250 ppm. If the levels are too high, again, you’ll see scale build-up and cloudiness.
Bring in a water sample to us to find out if these are causing your cloudy-ness issues and we'll be able to help you fix up the water balance.
Clear up with BioGuard’s SPA Crystal Clear
It is specifically designed for clarifying cloudy water in spas ensuring your water is always clear and sparkling. It’s an easy-to-use, concentrated formula meaning you save on time as well as money. Other great reasons for using Crystal Clear are:
It does not contain any alum (no/minimal residue)
It improves filter efficiency
It does not affect pH and water balance
And once you have clear water, simply add the recommended dose each week of Crystal Clear to keep your spa... you guessed it, crystal clear!
Combined with using the right product, there are also some simple steps for helping keep cloudy water at bay.
Fill your clean spa with clean water
Follow a regular maintenance schedule
Keep your filter clean
Regularly sanitise and keep the water balance within the recommended levels
Regular testing is the most effective way to ensure your spa water stays crystal clear!
Change the spa water every 3-4 months.
What about foamy water?
Sometimes along with the cloudy spa water foam will form in your spa. Excess foam in your spa is usually a build-up of oils from the body, hairsprays, gels, deodorant, makeup – and if you’ve washed your swimwear in laundry detergent, the residue can cause a foaming spa too. To help prevent this it is a good practice to shower before using the spa to wash away any oils, cosmetics, deodorant, or detergent.
Keep in mind that spas are all different, so make sure you consult your manual for correct equipment operation and maintenance procedures and visit us for expert advice.
If you have any questions about your spa’s water or you’re interested in a specific spa treatment plan, contact us or pop in-store and we'll be happy to help.