Tuff Spas Foaming Water

Spa water foams excessively when jets are on.

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Possible Causes

High levels of body oils and detergents, Low calcium hardness, Old or saturated Tuff Spas filter, Inadequate sanitizer level

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Chemical handling requires gloves and eye protection. Follow all label directions.

  • Step 1 – Test water: Check sanitizer, pH, and calcium hardness with a test kit.
  • Step 2 – Shock spa: Add a non-chlorine shock or chlorine shock per product instructions to oxidize contaminants.
  • Step 3 – Use foam reducer: Add a small amount of spa defoamer if needed (short-term fix).
  • Step 4 – Clean or replace filter: Rinse the filter thoroughly; replace if more than 1–2 years old.

Severe or recurring foaming often indicates the need to drain, clean, and refill the Tuff Spas unit.

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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Filter Cartridge
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