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Sammi:
Yes we have the Freshwater salt system and a stamped concrete patio. The amount of salt in the spa is minimal. 4-5 cups for 400 gallons. I re-sealed my patio before putting the tub on it. When we get in and out of the tub there's white water lines that clean right up. I'm not sure about long term but I'm not worried about it as the amount ofnsalt is relatively minimal.

My first few months with the salt system were honestly a challenge. I had read that this can often be the case with the first time filling the tub. I finally drained the tub and started over fresh. Since then the system has worked exactly as I expected. I add 3 tablespoons of chlorine enhanced shock once a week, which is basically a 48% solution of chlorine and the rest oxidizer. I check and balance the ph and alkalinity every few days but only had to add balance about once a week. Other than that I add some stain and scale a couple times a month and clean the filters monthly.

We use the tub 5-6 days a week. When I read that people add 5 tablespoons of chlorine after each use in their non-salt system tub that right there makes me happy with my decision. 

vippoolsandspas:
If thats your only choices.  I would say Bullfrog.  I like Sunrise, but not sure if you can get those.  The other Hot tubs have parts that are proprietary too them.  Meaning, higher prices.  Eg.  Balboa topside $200-$300.  Same topside on the others could be around $600.  There's other reasons.  Stay with Bullfrog or wait till you find a SUNRISE hot tub (2010-2019 ONLY).  Easy to work on and easy to get the parts.  Not hard to work on.

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