How to Keep Your Spa Water Crystal Clear All Year Round
There’s nothing more satisfying than stepping into perfectly clear, sparkling spa water. But keeping it that way all year long takes the right balance of maintenance, water care, and reliable products.
At Pool & Spa Shop, we make spa maintenance simple. Whether you’re a new spa owner or a long-time enthusiast, these easy tips will help you maintain clear, healthy water every single day of the year.
1️⃣ Start With a Clean Foundation
Before adding chemicals, make sure your spa is clean inside and out. A dirty shell or plumbing system can make your water cloudy almost immediately.
✅ Use our Spa Cleaning Pack for regular cleaning and the Spa Deep Cleaning Pack every few months to remove built-up oils and residue.
Keep your filters free of debris, rinse them weekly, and deep clean monthly.
2️⃣ Maintain Proper Sanitation
Crystal-clear water starts with proper sanitising. Sanitiser eliminates bacteria and organic matter that cause cloudiness and odour.
✅ We recommend Bioguard Armour — a sanitiser and oxidiser in one — or Bioguard Lite for oxidising.
Always maintain consistent sanitiser levels and run your pumps for at least 30 minutes after each dose to circulate chemicals evenly.
3️⃣ Balance Your Water
Water balance affects clarity, comfort, and equipment lifespan. Test weekly with a Water Testing Kit and adjust as needed.
Ideal spa levels:
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pH: 7.2–7.8
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Total Alkalinity: 100–150 ppm
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Calcium Hardness: 150–250 ppm
Use Bioguard Balance Pak 100, 200, or 300 to fine-tune your spa’s chemistry. Keeping these parameters stable prevents scale, corrosion, and cloudy water.
4️⃣ Shock the Water Regularly
Even with good sanitation, organic contaminants like lotions, oils, and perspiration can build up. Shocking your spa weekly breaks them down and restores water clarity.
✅ Use Bioguard Lite for a fast-acting, chlorine oxidiser that keeps water sparkling between deep cleans.
5️⃣ Drain and Refill Every 3–4 Months
No matter how well you treat your spa, dissolved solids gradually accumulate. Draining and refilling ensures your water stays fresh and easy to maintain.
Before draining, use the Spa Deep Cleaning Pack to flush plumbing lines and remove biofilm.
6️⃣ Keep It Covered
A high-quality Spa Hardcover prevents leaves, debris, and dust from entering the water — reducing chemical use and saving cleaning time.
Choose from 2.0 m, 2.15 m, and 2.3 m covers to suit your Vortex, Fisher, or Sun & Soul spa.
Why Choose Pool & Spa Shop?
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Proudly Tasmanian-owned and operated
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Australia-wide delivery with Standard and Express options
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Stockist of genuine Bioguard spa chemicals and accessories
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Friendly, expert advice backed by real experience
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Final Thoughts
Keeping your spa water crystal clear isn’t hard when you have the right products and routine.
With Bioguard chemicals, reliable cleaning kits, and regular maintenance, your spa will stay inviting all year round — no cloudy surprises, no stress.
✨ Relax, refresh, and enjoy perfect water clarity every time.