HTH Pool Equipment Buying Guide
Explore HTH pool-care products for sanitizing, shocking, balancing and testing, with guidance on product selection, dosing and safe use.
Main product categories
Explore HTH pool-care products for sanitizing, shocking, balancing and testing, with guidance on product selection, dosing and safe use.
Chlorine sanitizers
Tablets, granules and liquid-compatible routines provide ongoing sanitation when used according to the label.
Pool shock
Calcium-hypochlorite and other shock products address oxidation and elevated chlorine demand.
Water balancers
pH, alkalinity, calcium and stabilizer products correct specific test results.
Compare the main product families
| Category | What it covers | Selection rule | Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine sanitizers | Tablets, granules and liquid-compatible routines provide ongoing sanitation when used according to the label. | Model-specific | View Options |
| Pool shock | Calcium-hypochlorite and other shock products address oxidation and elevated chlorine demand. | Model-specific | View Options |
| Water balancers | pH, alkalinity, calcium and stabilizer products correct specific test results. | Model-specific | View Options |
| Algaecides and clarifiers | Specialty treatments supplement—not replace—adequate sanitizer, circulation and filtration. | Model-specific | View Options |
| Test kits and strips | HTH sells liquid kits and multi-parameter strips for routine monitoring. | Model-specific | View Options |
What the brand currently offers
1. Chlorine sanitizers
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Tablets, granules and liquid-compatible routines provide ongoing sanitation when used according to the label.
2. Pool shock
Compare this category by exact product and pool requirements.
Calcium-hypochlorite and other shock products address oxidation and elevated chlorine demand.
3. Water balancers
Compare this category by exact product and pool requirements.
pH, alkalinity, calcium and stabilizer products correct specific test results.
4. Algaecides and clarifiers
Compare this category by exact product and pool requirements.
Specialty treatments supplement—not replace—adequate sanitizer, circulation and filtration.
5. Test kits and strips
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HTH sells liquid kits and multi-parameter strips for routine monitoring.
What current documentation confirms
How to choose the right product
Chlorine sanitizers
Tablets, granules and liquid-compatible routines provide ongoing sanitation when used according to the label.
Pool shock
Calcium-hypochlorite and other shock products address oxidation and elevated chlorine demand.
Water balancers
pH, alkalinity, calcium and stabilizer products correct specific test results.
Algaecides and clarifiers
Specialty treatments supplement—not replace—adequate sanitizer, circulation and filtration.
Common buying mistakes
Frequently asked questions
What pool-care products does HTH sell?
HTH offers sanitizers, shock, balancers, algaecides, clarifiers, specialty chemicals and test products.
Are all HTH shock products the same?
No. Active ingredients, strength, treatment purpose and application instructions vary.
Can HTH products be used in saltwater pools?
Many can, but verify the exact label and current water chemistry.
What do HTH 6-way strips test?
Current strips measure free chlorine or bromine, pH, total alkalinity, calcium hardness and cyanuric acid.
Should chlorine tablets go in the skimmer?
Use only the application method permitted by the product and equipment instructions; a feeder or floater is commonly preferred.
Can shock and other chemicals be mixed together?
Never mix concentrates or combine chemical residues in one container or feeder.
How should pool chemicals be stored?
Keep them in original containers, dry, ventilated and separated from incompatible products.
How soon can swimmers re-enter?
Follow the product label and confirm sanitizer and pH have returned to the recommended operating range.
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