Features we love Test strips for hot tubs, spas & more Check free chlorine, bromine, total chlorine, total hardness, pH and total alkalinity levels daily Easy to use & check against colour scale on pack Only 15 seconds to develop an accurate reading With 50 test strips per pack All about me A quick and easy way to test sanitiser levels in your water. Just swirl an Insta-Test Plus strip in your spa water and get a reading of your free chlorine or bromine, Alkalinity, pH and Total Hardness instantly. Neat and easy to use test strips offer a quick and reliable way to obtain accurate water balance results for your spa. Need to know Pack of 50 tests. Tests for: Free Chlorine Bromine Total Chlorine Alkalinity pH Total Hardness How to use The Insta Test strip is a dip-n-read strip with instant results. Simply immerse the strip in your hot tub's water for 2 seconds. Remove the strip with pads face up. Shake once to remove excess water. Read your test results after 15 seconds by comparing colours. FAQs How often should I test my hot tub water? We recommend you test your hot tub water daily whether your spa is in use or not What should hot tub water be tested for? Test your hot tub’s water for sanitiser levels - whether that’s chlorine, bromine or oxygen - along with pH and total alkalinity. This then allows you to make any chemical adjustments that may be required. What is the best way to test hot tub water? For quick and accurate detection, we recommend using test strips to check the levels of your water. How long after shocking a hot tub can you test the water? There is no set time to wait before using your hot tub. All brands give different recommendations, ranging from 20 minutes to 24 hours. However, before donning your swimsuit and stepping inside, we suggest using a test strip to ensure your chlorine levels are safe. Top tip: Non-chlorine shock treatments don't sanitise the water. This means you can usually use your hot tub after approximately 20 minutes of adding the chemical. If you need more advice on keeping your tub water sparkling fresh, read our hot tub maintenance guide.
