Getting your family or friends-beachtourageed on foam bath is never a bad idea. It can be a quick way to relax and enjoy yourself.
Foam has become very popular as a wellness tool and mask. There are many ways to use it and apply it to your health and wellness.
Because of its cost, the only way most people apply foam is in the hot tub. This is where the main application source is.
As you can probably imagine, being naked in a hot tub is not easy and getting the kids or friends to stay put is another issue.
We discuss this more in our bullet point post about staying in the tub for longer sessions, but first let us discuss how we use it at home.
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Hot water
It can be very tricky to avoid foam in your hot tub. There are a few easy ways to prevent it.
The first way to prevent foam is to make sure your tub is equipped with a water paddle. These handheld paddles are typically attached to the bottom of the hot tub by a short cord.
By using a paddle, you can tell the manufacturer how far apart the bubbles must be from one end of the tub to the other. Too close of a gap of bubbles and foam will not squelch well when you get into the hot tub, and you will have trouble enjoy your bath!
The second way to prevent foam is by using high pressure water jets. These can be set up on either the floor or in an area above the tub. When using these, they must be set up correctly.
Make sure they are not covered or shielded by something else such as a wall, furniture, or whoever sets them up does so in that manner.
Dish soap
A new foam home remedy is being introduced. It is called dish soap and it works like a sponge does when it removes dirt from surfaces.
Instead of washing your hands, you clean the walls and tub with it. The same goes for scrubbing the dishes.
This foam can be placed in the bathtub or shower where clothes should not be cleaned, especially dishes. Just make sure to pick enough soap to cover the majority of the tub or shower surface.
Nighttime baths are a nice way to relax, so give them some more time. Also, since this foam can be used on many things that require repeated washing, financial savings can come in having less needs-to-be-cleaned items.
Water filter
As mentioned before, there are several ways to keep your hot tub water and chemicals clean. One easy way is to use a water filter. Many companies offer premium models that remove most contaminants such as bacteria and viruses that cause disease.
I have seen amazing results using the ones that are common household chemicals such as chlorine, bromine, and iodine. Each one is specific to a region and creates a different taste/ smell so it is important to use the correct one for your tub.
Chlorine, although effective, can be hard to install and maintain. With bromine you can get either a dirty or old-looking tub, but with the right quantity it can last a long time. Iodine is hard to find these days due to being restricted in our country due to being an important trace mineral.
Clean hot tub cover
After your kids get in the hot tub, it is time to clean the cover. Many children enjoy getting in the tub and cleaning the cover is an adult-only privilege!
To keep this job simple, start with a30/40% bleach solution, scrub down the cover surface with a dry cloth, and let it sit for a few minutes before continuing with additional steps.
You can also use tablets or tapes to seal the cover in place, making it much more difficult for children to take off the cover. Make sure to avoid such materials that could harm either you or your child, like alcohols or benzols.
Lastly, remove all of the children’s bath toys and leave those in another room so that they do not get wet while cleaning the cover.
Vacuum cleaner
When you go in the hot tub, you’re going to need to clean your filter. When you take your out, it sucks the water up and filters it through the system.
But when you are in the hot tub, you have to keep an eye on it. It can easily get stuck, and then it takes a long time to clean. Here are some ways to get your hot tub cleaned!
1. Make sure that there is no water left behind when the filter is removed. If there is, a vacuum cleaner will need to be used to remove the water.
2. Check that the rise on top of the filter is high enough so that water won’t go through it while being vacuumed out.
Water change
Changing water is a fundamental part of foam bath therapy. Many foam bath therapist do not always teach people how to properly change the water. Though it is suggested, it is not always done!
Many people find that just having the container for the water does the trick. Just grab a fresh container and shake it up! This can be useful if you are running out of room or have difficulty having a double boiler or a tank that is big enough for two people at least!
Some technicians will tell you to plug in your hot tub when you finish one person’s session. Though this might help prevent overheating, it is also recommended that people put outtin case they need to be removed or altered.
Being aware of these hot tub repair tips can save you from getting in trouble with your spa company or salesperson, who would have told you those tips were wrong but only if you used them.
Add salt to the water
Salty water makes foam more likely to stick to your hot tub spacer. This is a good idea, as more foam is better!
Hot tubs aren’t very democratic. Some people really like the taste of bubbles and others don’t. If you don’t like it, then you can put less or even no bubbles.
If you do like the texture, then you can make sure there is enough salt in the water. Most brands use fine sea salt, which has a grain size of about five grains. If your bubbles look salty, then there is enough!
Another thing to watch for is whether or not the saltiness of the water causes it to be cold.
Check pH levels
If your foam is brown or black, it may be too high in pH levels. Most commercial foams have a neutral pH level, which makes them soft and fluffy.
If the foam is white or yellow, it may be too low in pH levels. This makes the foam hard and thickened with a cream or butter consistency.
When adding more hydrogen peroxide to a hot tub water system, you must pay attention to the pH levels. When you increase the amount of water being added, you must also add more alkaline water to create a balanced system.
Finding an appropriate level of hydrogen peroxide for your hot tub can be tricky, so take time to research the correct level for your system.