“Wow, that’s some nice turbidity you have going on” says no one – ever! If your water is turbid that’s a sign that something is not right and needs to be addressed. It could even be a sign of dangerous water if it’s caused by a lack of sanitizer. So what is it, what causes…
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Foam in Hot Tub
Foamy water in a hot tub can be caused by several different things, but the good news is that it’s easy to fix. It’s important to differentiate between bubbles from the jets, foamy water, and brown scummy foam. It’s normal for water to bubble and be opaque when the jets are running, but the water…
The Importance of Pool & Spa Maintenance During COVID-19
Many areas in the United States are currently under recommendations to shelter in place because of COVID-19. This means we’re going to spend a lot more time at home in our pools or spa. It might cross your mind to start getting your pool (or spa) ready a little earlier this year. In this post,…
The Bakers Dozen of Standard Pool Chemicals
Chemistry can be difficult to understand and water chemistry is no different. People think they can just dip their finger in a swimming pool and figure out the pH and chlorine content, it really doesn’t work that way. We, at Sutro, strive to make chemistry simple – so you can focus on the things that…
The Best Ways to Raise or Lower pH and Alkalinity in Pool or Spa Water
Has your pool water gone cloudy? Or perhaps you’ve noticed some scaling building up on the sides of the spa? This could indicate that the water’s pH level is not what it should be. While pool chemistry can be a tricky thing to master, we at Sutro want to help you simplify the process. That’s…
How to fix (and prevent) cloudy pool water
For pool owners like yourself, nothing is more frustrating than going to sleep with a perfectly clear pool and waking up to a pool that looks like a giant bowl of milk (Also called Turbitidy). Not only does cloudy pool water look super unappealing, but it is actually dangerous to swim in. That’s why it’s…