In response to the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation, Backyard Leisure is committed to ensure the safety of staff and customers by taking all necessary precautions as outlined by Alberta Health Services. We are providing hand sanitizer at the front door and kindly ask that you wear a face covering (according to City of Lethbridge Bylaw […]
Benefits of Owning a Hot Tub [Infographic]
Prevent Bacteria From Growing in Your Hot Tub
Make sure bacteria doesn’t find a home in your Hot Tub! Warm water, especially warm water that isn’t moving, is a great breeding ground for bacteria. There are a few simple things you can do to combat bacteria. After you’ve finished using your hot tub, make sure all jet ports are opened and water is […]
Where Is the Best Place to Buy Hot Tub Chemicals?
When purchasing hot tub chemicals there may be a temptation to purchase them from a “Big Box” store. The main reason for this decision is often based on price and convenience. While it may be to your advantage to purchase toilet paper, laundry soap, or other household items at these stores, it’s not sthe best […]
How important is pH in your hot tub?
The pH level in your hot tub is actually quite important. Even though your water may look clean and clear, it is not necessarily an indication that all is well with your water balance. You need to be checking your levels regularly, especially your pH, in order to ensure bather comfort and the integrity of […]
What Is Hot Tub Calcium Hardness?
Calcium hardness is one of the important spa and hot tub water chemistry parameters and its control is important to help ensure proper water quality. Calcium hardness is a measurement of minerals in your water including calcium and magnesium. Low levels of calcium can lead to possible corrosive water conditions that can be damaging to […]
Hot Tub Bubbles Are Out of Control!
A common question we often get is about bubbles or foam in the hot tub. Foam can be caused by a number of water balance issues but it can also be caused by detergents, cosmetics and lotions. Encourage everyone in your family to pick a swim suit for the hot tub that does not go through […]
Common Hot Tub Water Problems and SOLUTIONS
ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Brown Water High Mineral Count Add Eliminate Plus 2 (60ml/1000L initial, 30ml/1000L weekly) Low Alkalinity Test and adjust alkalinity accordingly using an alkalinity increaser like Resist or Alkalinity Increaser Inadequate Sanitizer Test and adjust chlorine/bromine accordingly Calcium Deposits on Surfaces Hard Water Use Eliminate Plus 2 (60ml/1000L initial, 30ml/1000L weekly) Out […]
Prepare Your Hot Tub For Fall & Winter
It’s that time of the year when we start thinking about getting the sprinkler lines blown out and turning off the outside taps before the frost hits. Before you turn off those taps for the winter, consider doing a drain and refill of your hot tub. A typical hot tub will go 3 – 4 […]
How to Relieve Stress
Back to school can be stressful! Especially this year! Covid 19 has created a whole new level of stress such as we’ve never seen before. How are you going to deal with it? A great way to de-stress is in your hot tub. From simply relieving stress, to helping you sleep and relieving muscle pain, […]
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