There is nothing quite like the experience of soaking in a saltwater hot tub. Saltwater hot tubs have gained popularity due to their ease of use, lower chemical maintenance, and other benefits. The water feels more buoyant, there is no chlorine odor and far less irritation to the skin and eyes. You may be wondering, “Can I use regular salt in my saltwater hot tub?” We get this question a lot at Texas Hot Tub Company, and unfortunately, the answer is a firm “no.” You need to use the right kind of salt in your saltwater hot tub. Read on to find out why using regular salt in your hot tub is a bad idea and what works best.
The Problem with Regular Salt
You might think that using regular salt (sodium chloride) in your saltwater hot tub would be a cost-effective solution, as it is regularly available and inexpensive. However, regular salt contains impurities and additives that can cause problems when dissolved in hot tub water. These impurities can lead to water discoloration, foaming, and even lead to damage to the hot tub’s components over time.
The FreshWater® Salt System Difference
The FreshWater® Salt System is the ultimate in modern hot tub water care. The FreshWater system is available on our Hot Spring® Highlife® and Limelight® spas. This system uses a specific type of salt that passes through a titanium cartridge, creating chlorine automatically to the perfect level. The cartridge typically is changed out every four months. This reliable and automatic system is a great timesaver for saltwater hot tub owners, keeping hot tub water fresh and clean for up to a year of normal use. Doesn’t it sound great to have an effective sanitizer without a lot of frequent chemical adjustments?
Water Purity and Comfort
Regular salt can introduce impurities into the water which contribute to the formation of chloramines, which creates an unpleasant odor and also irritates eyes, skin, and respiratory systems. In contrast, the FreshWater Salt System provides a more pure water environment with far fewer chloramines. The water is effectively sanitized, eliminating bacteria and reducing the chance of waterborne illnesses. In addition, the feel of the water sanitized with the FreshWater system is extremely comfortable, without the eye and skin irritation common to typical hot tub sanitation systems using chlorine. All this happens using far fewer chemicals than other sanitation systems.
User-Friendly and Low Maintenance
The FreshWater Salt System is designed for ease of use in a saltwater hot tub and requires minimal maintenance. When properly installed and calibrated, the system works automatically, generating chlorine from low levels of salt in your hot tub’s water. Hot Spring’s fully integrated technology works with your spa’s software, making maintenance a breeze. The interactive control panel will alert you when it is time to change the snap-in cartridge, typically every four months. You can even go up to a year without having to drain and refill your hot tub! Hot Spring has an informative video on how to get started.
“Can I use regular salt in my saltwater hot tub?” That’s not a good idea, as it leads to water quality issues, discomfort, and damage to the hot tub’s components. Hot Spring’s FreshWater Salt System provides a superior and more effective solution for maintaining a saltwater hot tub. By opting for this innovative system, hot tub owners can enjoy clean, comfortable, and low-maintenance water, along with the peace of mind that their hot tub will stay in excellent condition while providing exceptional water quality.
Texas Hot Tub Company aims to make water chemistry easy to understand and is here to answer all your questions about the FreshWater Salt System. Give us a call today!