Cloudy Spa Water

What is it?

Cloudy water is a hazy, murky appearance that is caused by introduction of suspended particles that are invisible to the naked eye. A similar analogy would be the particles in air that cause smoke. These impurities are introduced into the water from a myriad of environmental sources, even bathers and source water. Particles can intensify and cause water to cloud due to improper water balance, low sanitizer levels and/or lack of routine oxidation, poor filtration or inadequate circulation.

To fix chemical causes of cloudy water:

• Test water to determine current chemistry conditions
• Add pH Decreaser​ if pH is high
• Add Water Clarifier​ to help remove particles to the filter
• Add Enhanced Shock​ or Spa Shock​ to oxidize contaminants
• Add Brominating Concentrate​ or Chlorinating Concentrate​ to boost low sanitizer levels

To fix equipment causes of cloudy water:

• Improper filtration can be a cause of cloudy water
• Use Filter Cleaner​ to clean dirty filter media

To prevent cloudy water:

• Chemically clean filter every 4-6 weeks
• Replace filter media as directed
• Maintain proper water balance
• Oxidize​ water weekly to destroy contaminants*

*such as perspiration, suntan lotions, hair sprays, body oils, urine, pet dander, and cosmetics