{"id":11284,"date":"2022-04-04T18:28:45","date_gmt":"2022-04-04T17:28:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businessfinancenews.com\/?p=11284"},"modified":"2022-04-04T18:41:32","modified_gmt":"2022-04-04T17:41:32","slug":"how-to-clean-lazy-spa-filters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businessfinancenews.com\/hot-tub\/how-to-clean-lazy-spa-filters\/","title":{"rendered":"how to clean lazy spa filters"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Cleaning your hot tub filters regularly helps keep the water clean and the equipment working well. But I used to wonder can you clean hot tub filters in a dishwasher?<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s what I learned over time:<\/p>\n
No. You should never try to clean your hot tub filters in the dishwasher. The dishwasher is far too harsh for the filter material, and a dishwasher won\u2019t even clean it correctly since it can\u2019t get in between each pleat.<\/strong><\/p>\n But now that you know what NOT to do, let\u2019s get into the rest of the story!<\/p>\n The rest of this post will discuss some essential questions related to cleaning your hot tub filters properly:<\/p>\n DIY center, hands down one of the best filters I have ever seen!.order the new Hot Tub Maintenance & Cleaning Filter pic.twitter.com\/aIPl37Ddqa<\/p>\n \u2014 Diy Part Center (@DiyPart) July 18, 2017<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n I\u2019ll be honest; it\u2019s tempting to simply throw your filters in the dishwasher or the washing machine.<\/p>\n Unfortunately, these seemingly clever hacks can actually result in the need for a new filter. You should avoid using either of these \u2018tricks\u2019 at all costs if you want to save money on filter replacements!<\/p>\n You should never throw a filter from a pool or spa into the dishwasher or washing machine<\/strong> for the following reasons:<\/p>\n Why Does My Hot Tub Have a Weak and Low Water Flow? Dirty or bad filters could be the cause of your low water flow issues. Check your filter and give it a good cleaning. If it is starting to show signs of its age, consider replacing it entirely pic.twitter.com\/lH8ce4AYyQ<\/p>\n \u2014 TubandDecktech (@TubandDecktech) February 1, 2018<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n The process of cleaning hot tub filters isn\u2019t that bad. Once you learn how to clean them properly, you might understand why there\u2019s no need to use the dishwasher or washing machine.<\/p>\n To clean your filter correctly, you\u2019ll need the following items:<\/strong><\/p>\n And here are the five steps that you need to take to achieve fresh, like-new spa filters:<\/p>\n Reminder: Keep your hot tub water safe and crystal-clean by regularly cleaning the filter! pic.twitter.com\/qFqukF4IoO<\/p>\n \u2014 Cal Spas and Jacuzzi (@calspasjacuzzi) May 21, 2017<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n While you can just use your garden hose to rinse the filter, I have found something that saves a LOT of time cleaning the pleats.<\/p>\n But it also makes it super easy to remove hair<\/strong>, leaves, and other junk that gets caught in your hot tub filter.<\/p>\n That product is called Filter Flosser<\/strong><\/img>\u00a0and it\u2019s the best-rated product of that type on Amazon.<\/p>\n It just screws onto the end of your hose, and it\u2019s curved like your filter and has individual jets to get in-between the folds.<\/p>\n Just click the link\u00a0to see the current price on Amazon.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/img><\/p>\n Hot tub filters need to be cleaned somewhat regularly; especially if you want to get a full 2 years of use out of yours.<\/p>\n So think of it this way. The more you clean and maintain them, the less frequently you\u2019ll have to replace them. Of course, if you\u2019d rather not mess with a lot of cleanings, then just plan to get new ones every year.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s what I recommend to keep those filters in great shape:<\/p>\n The recommended weekly clean is done by simply spraying down the filter(s).<\/p>\n Open the pleats gently and remove all of the gunk that\u2019s built up with water from your garden hose. If you want to prevent a mess, consider setting the filter inside of a 5-gallon bucket.<\/p>\n This will allow you to toss the dirty water when you\u2019re done spraying the filter down.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re set on keeping the same filter for over a year, you should think about doing a deep clean. Here\u2019s the process:<\/p>\n Of course, eventually, you\u2019ll need to replace your filters (which I just did).<\/strong><\/p>\n How often do you need to replace them? Well, there\u2019s a range from 1 to 2 years. In a recent article<\/strong>, I break down exactly why there\u2019s such a wide range. But I also cover how to know when yours need to be replaced.<\/p>\n Just click that link to read the article on my site.<\/p>\n Many pool and spa owners try to use bleach as a sanitizer for the water as well as a cleaning solution when the filters get dirty.<\/p>\n Bleach cleans clothes and other surfaces, so why shouldn\u2019t it be used on filters?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Unfortunately, it\u2019s not recommended. Here are two of the main reasons that you shouldn\u2019t use bleach on a hot tub or pool filter.<\/p>\n 1. Bleach contains chlorine<\/strong><\/p>\n Specifically, bleach contains around 5% to 6% chlorine. Chlorine is incredibly strong, and it can damage the pleats and bands around your hot tub\u2019s filter very quickly.<\/p>\n It can also harm the filter assembly if you don\u2019t wash it off completely. Bleach also dries quickly, which is another enemy of hot tub filters.<\/p>\n 2. Bleach dissolves too quickly<\/strong><\/p>\n Even if you wanted to use bleach to clean a spa filter, it wouldn\u2019t sit around long enough to do anything other than dry and crack your filter.<\/p>\n It\u2019s an all-around bad idea in almost any scenario, so do your best to avoid this method.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re set on using bleach to clean your filters, you need to dilute it quite a bit. Direct contact with bleach to a filter is a huge problem.<\/p>\n And while diluting it might help to reduce the impact, it\u2019s still not a good idea. You should stick with products and solutions intended for use only with hot tub filters for the best results.<\/p>\n While you can\u2019t use bleach on your filters, there are other ways that bleach can help keep your hot tub sanitary<\/strong>!<\/p>\n In a recent article<\/strong>, I break down all the do\u2019s and don\u2019ts of using liquid bleach to help keep your hot tub safe and sanitary. I even cover the amazing way I use Mr. Clean Magic Erasers on my hot tub!<\/p>\n Just click the link to read it on my site.<\/p>\n Here are the main points covered in this post:<\/p>\n Of course, filters aren\u2019t the only thing that needs to be changed in hot tubs.<\/p>\n The water needs to be changed every 3-6 months<\/strong> depending on how often you use it. Not sure how to determine how often to change it? Confused about how to do it?<\/p>\n No problem! In a recent article<\/strong>, I cover everything you need to know about changing the water in your hot tub. I ever cover the 1 tip to draining your hot tub in under 15 minutes!<\/p>\n Just click that link to see it on my site!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Cleaning your hot tub filters regularly helps keep the water clean and the equipment working well. But I used to wonder can you clean hot tub filters in a dishwasher? Here\u2019s what I learned over time: No. You should never try to clean your hot tub filters in the dishwasher. The dishwasher is far too…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[57],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n
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Can You Put Hot Tub Filters in the Dishwasher or Washing Machine?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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How Do You Clean Hot Tub Filters?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Want an EASY way to clean the pleats?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How Often Should I Clean My Hot Tub Filter?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Monthly Cleaning <\/strong>\u2013 1 or 2 times per month<\/h3>\n
Quarterly Cleaning <\/strong>\u2013 every 3 to 6 months<\/h3>\n
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Can You Use Bleach to Clean Hot Tub Filters?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Final thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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