Is there a difference between shocking compounds?
Definitely. There are chlorine producing shocks, and non-chlorine shock treatments such as our Oxy-Spa that release oxygen to breakdown foreign matter. The non-chlorine treatments are preferred by many because they have no harsh chlorine odor. There are so-called “buffered” shocks on the market. These are expensive, and nothing more than regular shock with a little sodium carbonate added. Save money by buying our pure monopersulfate compound, and add your own inexpensive pH Buffer/Alkalinity Increaser or pH Increase to the spa water, if necessary.
