The use of soaps, bubble bath additives, shampoos and conditioners etc in your whirlpool bath can all contribute to the build up of bath deposits inside the pipework. Substances such as body oils, skin cells, soap scum, and general grime can be quite difficult to shift if it is allowed to build up over time.
The conditions inside the whirlpool pipework are warm and damp, which is the ideal environment to harbour bacteria. It is vital therefore that the pipework is flushed out regularly with specialist whirlpool cleaning and sanitising products in order to help reduce any build up of bath deposits and minimse the growth of bacteria.
All whirlpool bathtubs have a small amount of residual water left in the pipes, minerals in the water are capable of calcifying around the insides of the pipes. This build up can become a breeding ground for bacteria. As the slime breaks off, you will see it in your bath water as ugly black flecks.
An even greater health risk comes from the germs and bacteria that are left from previous bathers. Fecal matter, cold and flu germs are basic household germs that can be controlled if properly cleaned & sanitised.
Our Help & Advice Centre removes the difficulty of finding and rectifying those hot tub problems with helpful advice and will lead you to the right hot tub part /spa spares to easily fix the problem yourself. You will find a range of problem-solving worksheets ready for you to print & keep.
Please note that we try to give general advice, this may not be specific to your spa or hot tub so please always check with the equipment manufacturer first.
IMPORTANT: Always remember, water and electricity do not mix and can be deadly! Any work you attempt yourself is AT YOUR OWN RISK. Please exercise caution. We cannot be held responsible for any injuries or damage that may arise from advice or installation of electrical components in your spa unit.
