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ON THE INSIDE Is there any mold behind your shower tiles? - Page 4 Why does your water smell like rotten eggs? - Page 7 The benefits of spa hydrotherapy - Page 9 Home Improvement Guide - Page 1
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Why does my water smell like rotten eggs? If you notice this smell in your water, it probably contains hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas. Sources of this gas include: Decay of organic matter or chemical reactions with sulfur-containing minerals in soil and rock. • •
Sulfate-reducing bacteria which convert naturally occurring sulfate & other sulfur compounds to hydrogen sulfide gas. Water heaters can produce hydrogen sulfide gas by: o Providing a warm environment for sulfate-reducing bacteria to live. o The anode, which is usually magnesium, supplies electrons that sustain the reaction of sulfate to hydrogen sulfide gas.
How do I determine the source?
Run water separately from both the cold and hot taps, preferably when you have been away from the house for a few hours so your sense of smell is more keen. • • • •
If the smell is only from the hot water tap, the source is most likely your water heater. If the smell is from both hot and cold taps, but only from water treated by a water softener, you may have sulfur-reducing bacteria in your water softener. If the smell is from both taps & diminishes after the water runs, you may have sulfur-reducing bacteria in your well or piping. If the smell is from both taps and is persistent, you may have hydrogen sulfide gas in your groundwater
How can I eliminate hydrogen sulfide gas? If the source is hydrogen sulfide gas in the groundwater the water may be treated by: • •
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The Benefits Of Spa’s & Hot Tub’s Include Hydrotherapy Over the past few years it has become evident that the health professionals endorse the use of hot tubs and spas as a way of healing the body. When you think of the fact that we all started in water, it makes sense that having a place to relax in water at the perfect temperature can be very beneficial. Whether you are looking to enhance you physical body or your peace-of-mind, we at Spas & More have the right hot tub for you. Americans today are much more concerned in their health and are interactive with their health care professional's opinions to the benefits of a hot tub and hydro-therapy. The heart is designed to pump blood in response to our body's demands. Your heart works much less when your body temperature elevated slightly and is in a state of buoyancy. You relieve your body weight by as much as 20% when in a hot tub and neck deep in water. The effects of the natural gravitational pull that is lessened by this is well worth considering a hot tub. Increased circulation by hydrotherapy leaves the body with a true feeling of well-being. There are many more benefits to be enjoyed by owning a hot tub. Sore muscles and joints and the feeling of total relaxation will get you your best night's sleep ever. Stop in Spas & More and let us "put you in hot water. We won't soak you." Home Improvement Guide - Page 9
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