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I have never been too clear on when to use an enzeme product? How do they differ from a clarifier? ÊWhen would be a case to use it?
Clarifiers pull small particles together and bring them into the filter.Enzymes are hot-water formulated to break down organic contaminants commonly found in spas including, lotions, soaps, body oils and cosmetics.
So if I got the oil slick, better to hit with the enzmes rather than ol' blue (Clarifier?)
That's right. Although the enzyme people want you to use it weekly.
I've found that enzymes work best as a preventative measure while clarifiers fix a problem. Enzymes will keep your filters cleaner, make your water smell better and help with soap and scum problems if added weekly. Added after the fact, they don't work as well...they tend to be slow workers. Clarifiers are only needed when your water is hazy and you just can't get it crystal clear. Defender added weekly or biweekly is CHEAP INSURANCE.
Tony, My water is pretty good and smells fresh as a morning rain If I ever find I have that "not so fresh smell" I'll add the ezyimes.Now, after a large group of folks are in my tub (with suits those Bast_ards!) I usually do a dose of Clairfier. (it foamls like all Hell) but does the trick (after I scoop out foam, and a touch of foam down from a spritzer) Do you have a better way?