Any experience with....

[JerryofWNY]

this or similar products?
http://www.thenaturalsolutionusa.com/index.asp?PageAction=Custom&ID=7&gclid=CJ7MyOi07Y0CFReQGgod3yAitA

Our new tub hasn't arrived yet, and we are looking into alternatives to chlorine and bromine as water treatments. My wife is very sensative to chemicals and we are wondering if anyone has any experience, positive or negative, with some of the more "natural" alternatives.

BTW - I know life is unfair, but this is the the worst. NOW  is when I really need the tub. Muscles I didn't even know I had are aching from shoveling dirt and stone and laying pavers to get the pad ready. After working all day I'm ready to go wet test some more tubs!

[hot tub Frank]

Sorry i just have experience with bromine.
But later on some one will chime in.

[tony]

The product you referenced is an enzyme bacteriacide.  Two enzyme systems most often asked about are Eco One and the Natural.  Enzymes are not sanitizers and should be used with a low dose of chlorine to be most effective.  Another choise would be a biguanide system such as Baqua Spa, LeisureTime Free or Spa Guard Soft Soak.  Biguanides are a sanitizer.  Many people love them, others dislike them.  If you search the forums, you will find lots of info.

[Pathfinder]

Very misleading  it looks like a scam more than anything I would never recommend having a ph reading between 8-8.4 and using apple vinegar for balancing. For a novice it would only be a matter of time before massive amounts scale build up would happen.

If your trying to stay away from lots of  chems look at a good ozone system and a UV sterilizer for the tub

[tony]

Very misleading  it looks like a scam more than anything I would never recommend having a ph reading between 8-8.4 and using apple vinegar for balancing. For a novice it would only be a matter of time before massive amounts scale build up would happen.

If your trying to stay away from lots of  chems look at a good ozone system and a UV sterilizer for the tub

Many of the enzyme systems recommend a pH in the low 8's.  It is one reason I have never tried one.  You also have to rinse your filters weekly.  I agree, enzymes are not for the novice tubber.