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Foaming in spas is a common spa problem. It can be caused by any of the following:
· POOR WATER BALANCE: If the water is out of balance it will foam. Bring in a water sample for FREE testing and we will make sure that water balance is not the problem.
· INSOLUBLE COMPOUNDS: Buildup of insoluble compounds come from sources such as perspiration, cosmetics, etc. Spas should be shocked frequently with SpaGuard Spa Shock or Enhanced Shock to "burn off" these compounds. Shocking forms a gas, so the spa cover should be left open when shocking. At some point the water "wears out" and it needs to be drained. BioGuard recommends the following formula: Volume / 3 / Average Daily Bather Load = Number of days between drains.
· USE OF ALGICIDE: Most algicides foam unless they specifically state otherwise. If a foaming algicide has been added to a spa, it may be necessary to drain the spa.
· SOAPS AND OTHER FOREIGN SUBSTANCES: Detergents from poorly rinsed bathing suits can cause extensive foaming, as can any fragrances, bath oils, of other warm water scents not especially designed for spa use. Read labels carefully when selecting any kind of spa fragrance. We have 2 lines of spa fragrances that are safe for use in the spa.
· CLEANING AGENTS: Spas should not be cleaned with household cleaners. If the water line is cleaned with anything that was not designed for spa use, it can cause foaming or buildup. Household cleaning products should not be used when the spa is drained. It is very difficult to completely rinse the buildup off the spa walls, and when the spa is filled, this film can cause foaming and other problems.
If none of the above are the cause of the foaming problem, or the foaming is slight, use BioGuard Anti-Foam to eliminate existing foam from the spa surface.
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