Hot Tub Water Care – Why we like Freshwater Salt.
Conversations about hot tub water care options can last forever. This is because the industry offers a wide variety of options (which is great for the consumer!). However, the current trend we see is consumers wanting hot tub water care to be simple and more natural (less chemicals). Currently Freshwater Salt is our favorite choice for hot tub owners seeking the most natural system and best overall experience.
Why do we like Freshwater Salt? Because it is the most natural option available to date.
Unfortunately, many hot tub water care products are promoted as being all natural (because the message sells) when in reality they still require bottled sanitizers at some point in the maintenance process. For example, copper ionizer and ozone systems, which we like, are often sold as ‘set-it-and-forget-it’ systems, but the reality is these products do not always remove ALL bacteria from the water. They must be complimented with a sanitizer to ensure safe water. Apart from using initial start-up balancers which can vary based on source water (PH, Alkalinity, etc.), with proper coaching Freshwater Salt hot tub owners can manage their hot tub without the addition of bottled products if they choose to do so. It’s as simple as using salt!
The added benefit to not having to compliment your hot tub water care system with artificial sanitizers is that your hot tub never gets overloaded with cyanuric acid which is the main culprit for having to change your hot tub water every 3-4 months. As cyanuric acid levels climb water care products become ineffective forcing a drain-and-refill. Freshwater Salt hot tub owners avoid this common challenge, typically getting 12 months before having to drain and refill their hot tub saving them time and money.
Another reason we appreciate Freshwater Salt is because the water feels better.
The system is designed to work with softer water (25-75ppm) which most people prefer. Chlorine created naturally through the use of salt is not harsh like the bottled stuff, and neither does it have a strong odor. As a result the water is very comfortable leading to more usage and a happier hot tub owner.
As mentioned, there is more than one good option when it comes to hot tub water care.
Watertree offers a handful of options we feel is best based on longterm cost and customer feedback. Not to mention our company has an actual water treatment division (since 1939) where we provide drinking water services and whole-house water solutions. Therefor we know a few things about water and weighing the pros and cons of various water care systems. So as you shop, consider Freshwater Salt an option and find a trusted local resource that will provide you with the pros and cons of the different systems on the market.
