Hot tub water care requires maintaining proper pH (7.4-7.6), alkalinity (80-120 ppm), and sanitizer levels while following regular testing and chemical adjustment schedules. Higher temperatures and smaller water volumes make spas more sensitive to chemical imbalances than pools.
Most pool chemicals have different expiration dates: liquid chlorine lasts 1-2 months, granular chlorine 1-3 years, pH adjusters 2-3 years, and alkalinity increasers indefinitely when stored properly.
Yes, you can store pool chemicals in an outdoor shed with proper ventilation, temperature control, and separation. Maintain temperatures below 95°F and ensure adequate airflow to prevent dangerous chemical reactions and degradation.
Pool calcium chloride and calcium hardness increasers don't technically expire but lose effectiveness over time. Properly stored, they remain usable for 3-5 years, though moisture exposure reduces their potency significantly.
Yes, Lowe's carries a wide selection of pool chemicals including chlorine, pH adjusters, shock treatments, and algaecides both in-store and online year-round.
Most liquid pool chemicals can freeze and become damaged, while powder chemicals are generally freeze-resistant. Proper winter storage in heated areas above 32°F prevents costly chemical replacement.
Most pool chemicals should not be stored outside due to temperature fluctuations, moisture, and safety risks. Liquid chlorine and muriatic acid have specific temperature requirements, while powdered chemicals need dry, cool conditions.
Pool stabilizer (cyanuric acid) doesn't technically expire when stored in a cool, dry place. However, granular stabilizer can clump and lose effectiveness when exposed to moisture, while liquid forms remain stable longer.
Pool stabilizer (cyanuric acid) doesn't technically expire, but it can lose effectiveness if exposed to moisture or extreme temperatures. Properly stored dry stabilizer can last indefinitely.
Pool chlorine tablets do expire and typically last 2-3 years when stored properly in a cool, dry place. Expired tablets lose potency and may become dangerous to handle.
