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Category: Tutorials

Fundamentals of filters 3 easy steps for fresh hot tub filters
January 30, 2017 Hot Tub Help / Products / Seasonal Maintenance / Trouble Shooting / Tutorials / Water Balance

Fundamentals of Filters – A Quick Guide to Hot Tub Filter Maintenance

Spa filters are critical to keeping your water clean and fresh. Here are 3 easy steps to keep them at their best.

Family enjoying hot tub
October 10, 2016 Hot Tub Help / Products / Tutorials

Hot Tub Buying Guide

We outline what to look and look out for when considering your new spa.

Hot tub chemistry quick guide
September 8, 2016 Hot Tub Help / Trouble Shooting / Tutorials / Water Balance

The SpaDepot Hot Tub Chemistry Quick Guide – An Easy Guide to Spa Water Treatment [Infographic]

Slow your scroll!! Read this article to learn spa chemistry the easy way and look like a genius!

Rinsing filter with hose
April 15, 2016 Hot Tub Help / Products / Seasonal Maintenance / Tutorials

How to Deep Clean Your Hot Tub Filter

Dirty, clogged up filters are no match for our cleaning methods.

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March 4, 2016 DIY / Hot Tub Help / Tutorials

How to Tell if Your Hot Tub Heater Element is Bad

If your breaker is tripping when your hot tub tries to heat, you may have a bad heater element. Learn how to diagnose it here.

Relaxing hot tub soak
December 22, 2015 Hot Tub Help / Seasonal Maintenance / Tutorials

How to Prepare Your Hot Tub for Cold Weather & Save Money

Winter is coming…

Fall maintenance tips
October 9, 2015 DIY / Hot Tub Help / Hot Tub Improvement / Products / Seasonal Maintenance / Tutorials

Fall Hot Tub Maintenance – 4 Things You Must Do!

If you do nothing else to your hot tub this fall, do these 4 things!

how to get rid of wasps around your hot tub
September 8, 2015 DIY / Hot Tub Help / Seasonal Maintenance / Trouble Shooting / Tutorials

How to Get Rid of Wasps & Hornets Around Your Hot Tub

Wasps & Hornets around the spa are just plain bad times. Read this How-To to keep them at bay.

Sanitizers
April 21, 2015 Hot Tub Help / Products / Seasonal Maintenance / Trouble Shooting / Tutorials / Water Balance

What is a Hot Tub Sanitizer and Which Sanitizer is the Best?

A hot tub sanitizer kills bacteria and purifies the water. The sanitizer is the most critical component of a healthy

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Hot tub control system
February 11, 2015 DIY / Hot Tub Help / Hot Tub Improvement / Products / Trouble Shooting / Tutorials

Replacing Your Hot Tub Circuit Board

Most modern spas have circuit boards located inside the equipment area, commonly referred to as the “spa pack”. The spa

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before / after
October 17, 2014 DIY / Patio Decor / Tutorials

How to Easily Recover your Outdoor Furniture Cushions

Incorporating furniture into your outdoor living space is a wonderful way to create a warm and inviting area to enjoy

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weather beaten hot tub cabinet
September 4, 2014 Decor/Decorating / DIY / Hot Tub Help / Hot Tub Improvement / Landscaping / Patio Crafts / Patio Decor / Seasonal Maintenance / Tutorials

Hot Tub DIY: Painting Your Wooden Hot Tub Cabinet!

Has sun, weather & time turned your once beautiful wooden hot tub cabinet into an embarrassing eyesore? Fret not, I’ll

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Potted cacti
June 25, 2014 Decor/Decorating / DIY / Entertaining / Hot Tub Improvement / Landscaping / Patio Crafts / Patio Decor / Tutorials

Decorating Your Hot Tub Space: Painted Terra Cotta Pots DIY

Adding a personalized touch to your patio can be a great way to make your spa area even more enjoyable.

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Staining hot tub cabinet
April 23, 2014 Decor/Decorating / DIY / Hot Tub Help / Hot Tub Improvement / Landscaping / Patio Decor / Seasonal Maintenance / Tutorials

Restoring Wooden Hot Tub Cabinets & Furniture

Rain, sun, snow and normal wear and tear can cause your wooden hot tub cabinet and outdoor furniture to become

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Supplies storage ideas
January 29, 2014 Decor/Decorating / DIY / Hot Tub Improvement / Patio Decor / Tutorials / Water Balance

How to Properly Store Hot Tub Chemicals + 4 Nifty Organization Ideas!

Test strips and spa chemicals are sensitive to moisture and extreme temperatures. Storing your hot tub chemicals and supplies in

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