Hot Tub Essentials

Throughout this website and our digital guide, The Hot Tub Handbook, we’ve mentioned a lot of chemicals, tools, and equipment that are essential to keeping your hot tub in tip-top condition. We’ve collected them all here to make it easy for you to build a comprehensive hot tub care kit.

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Hot Tub Chemicals

We recommend that you use hot tub chemicals that are specifically designed for hot tubs. They’re easier to measure and handle for small, warm bodies of water.

• pH Increaser
• pH Decreaser
• Calcium Hardness Increaser
• Granular Chlorine
• Granular Bromine
• Biguanide (Baqua Spa Sanitizer)
• Mineral Sanitizer (Nature2 Mineral Stick)
• Non-Chlorine Shock
• Spa Salt (For Salt Water Hot Tubs)
• Foam Remover
• Hot Tub Water Clarifier
• Stain & Scale Control (Metal Sequestrant)
• Spa Enzyme
• Spa Scents

Equipment & Tools

• Salt Water Chlorinator
• Cover Cap (protects the hot tub cover)
• Cover Lifter
• Hose Filter
• Hot Tub Cover
• Universal Hot Tub Ozonator
• Rotary Tool
• Sump Pump

Water Testing

• Digital Water Testing Kit
• Liquid Test Kit
• Salt Water Test Strips
• TDS Meter

Accessories

• Bath Pillow
• Attachable Drink Serving Tray Table
• Floating Bluetooth Sound System
• Outdoor Bluetooth Speakers
• Spa Side Umbrella
• Spa Steps for Round and Straight-sided
• Portable Outdoor Towel Rack
• Weatherproof Electrical Box
• Outdoor Weatherproof TV Cover

Cleaning & Maintenance Products

• Bleach
• Dish Soap (Unscented)
• Filter Cartridge Cleaner (Spray)
• Spa Shell Polish
• Hot Tub Cover Cleaner and Protectant
• Melamine Sponge (Magic Eraser)
• Microfiber Cleaning Cloths
• Multi-Purpose Cleaner
• Nylon Mesh Scrubber
• All-Purpose Scrub Brush
• Multi-Use Scrub Sponges
• Distilled White Vinegar for Cleaning
• Wood Cleaner
• Spa Repair Kit
• Protective Safety Goggles
• Waterproof Wood Sealant for Cabinet
• Wood Stain for Cabinet
• Push Broom
• Pressure Washer Nozzle for Hose