With the cooler nights here to stay, now is the time to invest in a Thermal Foam Blanket. What Is A Thermal Foam Blanket? Designed to float on the surface of the water, this handy accessory helps reduce heat loss and extend the life of your hot tub cover. It also helps to reduce the
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We can’t stress the importance of water safety enough. With summer break in full tilt, let’s work together to keep our littles (and not so little ones) safe. Respect water 💦 The following post was shared on Aquatics Tribe’s Facebook page and in our opinion, it’s a MUST read. 10 Water Safety Tips: From a Mom
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Hot Tub Covers Canada is located in Ontario, Canada. If you’ve been following the weather reports since late-June, you will know that residents across the province have been coping with one of the “most extreme heat events” in recent years. In fact, the humidex reached a scorching 47 C in the afternoon on Canada Day. The
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“Hot Tubs are Gross”, “Brown Sludge Hot Tubs”, “Covered in Biofilm Germs”. Recent media coverage has drawn attention to the importance of cleaning your hot tub on a regular basis. The news stories made hot tubs look like abominable bodies of water, overloaded with sanitizing chemicals. Several reports kept addressing biofilm, without explaining specifics. To
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Swimming pool owners are all too familiar with algae growth, but did you know hot tub algae exists? While much rarer thanks to the use of hot tub covers, algae can still pose a problem. What Is Algae? Defined as “a simple nonflowering plant of a large group that includes the seaweeds and many single-celled
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Summer 2014 has been a mix of bizarre weather patterns and increased insect activity. Â Several Hot Tub Covers Canada customers have reported dealing with a surge in bees, deer flies, and other flying insects. Â Is there a way to curb this buzzing activity, so owners everywhere can soak in peace? For those being pestered by
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Did you know more than 50% of hot tub and spa owners perform chemical applications incorrectly? While it may seem straightforward, there are in fact several rules to follow. In this installment of The Under Cover Press, we walk through a few of the overlooked basics. Step One – Test Your Water Help your chemicals
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Surprisingly, a topic rarely discussed in the pool and hot tub industry is proper chemical storage. For some reason, we all assume everyone is aware of proper chemical handling and storage procedures. Earlier this spring, we posted an article on “Preparing for Spring Opening”. One point addressed was the importance of inspecting your pool and
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Spend any time poolside, and you will invariably encounter talk of swimming pool myths. It would seem five aquatic legends have been passed along season after season. Instead of buying into the lore, Sun Covers Canada believes is it time to set the facts straight. Swimming Pool Myth #5: Swimming is not good for children
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The 2013 pool season is around the corner. You’re preparing by planning the opening of your pool, buying new pool accessories, and planning this year’s pool parties. But what about pool toys? Recently, a list of 2012’s most popular pool toys was released by ToySplash.com . Check out the list to get some summer 2013
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