Chlorine Tablets & Bromine Tablets for Pools

Chlorine & Bromine Guides

• How to Conserve Chlorine

  Chlorine is by far the most popular sanitizer used in swimming pools. It is a powerful disinfectant that reliably destroys the bacteria, algae, and other contaminants that are commonly found in pool water. Chlorine is also used in municipal water systems to treat drinking water so that it is safe for consumption. In 2020, chlorine consumption increased dramatically, largely because people spent so much more time at home due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Homeowners used their existing pools more, and many purchased new pools so that they would have a safe place to escape the summer heat. This increase in chlorine use, combined with the shutdown of one of the largest producers of dichlor and trichlor tablets in the nation due to a massive fire following a hurricane, has led to a chlorine shortage that is expected to affect consumers during the 2021 pool season and beyond. With the expected shortage of chlorine this year, there has never been a better time to learn how to have a pool with

• How To Spas: Everything you need to know about your spa chemicals

  SPA CHEMICALS EXPLAINED You might think that the chemicals used for both pools and spas are the same; of course you would only be half right, there are slight differences which will be explained below. These two separate and yet enjoyable entities require the same maintenance to keep them clean and sanitary for use. Your friends and family want to be sure the spa they use for play or for simple relaxation has the right chemicals coursing through the water to insure their safety. It is crucial to keep track of issues such as bacteria and/or algae growth that can form if filtration and circulation are not properly maintained. Read on to find out more about spa chemicals and why they are so essential to this ‘pool of relaxation.’ 1. Chlorine - This is great, but not a necessary sanitizer for your spa. Obviously due to the differences in size and water volume, you will need different concentrations of chlorine to add to your spa water. You can use either tablets or granules. 2.