Karinp

Hello. I have been using Nature2 test strips to test for MPS, pH and Alkalinity. I think my husband could be allergic to the MPS so I am using dichlor for awhile. I bought some AquaCheck test strips to test for free chlorine. These test strips also give a numerical range for the free chlorine, total alkalinity and pH. When I use the AquaCheck, the pH looks low and the alkalinity color doesn't look like any on the test strip! When I use my Nature2 test strips, everything appears to be in the acceptable ranges. Should I go buy a third testing kit or what? Any ideas? Thanks! Karinp

We use Nature2 so there really shouldn't be any chlorine to balance, I guess. I was really concerned about the shock.....I don't understand this chemistry stuff yet and maybe I should be posting this under "water chemistry" but wasn't sure where this topic would lead.

Hi, I'm new to the forum, new to the hot tub life. My husband and I were wondering what you do about your hot tub chemicals when you go on vacation? Do you hire someone, ask a friend, or can you just leave it until you get back? We aren't planning a vacation yet, but I'm sure we will be soon and wasn't sure how long you could go without adding chems to the hot tub. Thanks! Karinp