How To Create At-Home Spa

Hot tub spas offer users a deep tissue massage in hot water that can relax and rejuvenate. Homeowners who may have considered the installation of an outdoor hot tub in the past, may have disregarded the idea thinking that the installation would take too much time, space or money. Or they may have worried that it won’t get as much use as first believed. Anyone who may have considered and disregarded the idea of outdoor hot tubs for these reasons, may want to reconsider. From in ground hot tubs, to inflatable spas, installing an at home spa or hot tub may be easier and more beneficial than many homeowners think.


Types and Styles of Hot Tub Spas

There are multiple types, sizes and styles of hot tub spas on the market, meaning that there is a fit for nearly every size, installation or budget. For homeowners who may be short on space, not wanting to sacrifice a large portion of their yard or deck to a permanent structure which may not get used year round, should consider an inflatable hot tub.

Inflatable hot tubs are relatively inexpensive, most going for under $900 for the tub, including heat preserving hot tub covers, and shipping. Inflatable hot tubs are generally smaller than many permanent varieties, many seating 4 or fewer at a time, and are easily inflated and drained as needed. With many tubs incorporating approximately 128 jets, inflatable hot tubs have all the appeal of permanent tubs, with none of the space constraints or costs.

For homeowners who do have the space for a permanent tub, countless other choices are available. Stand alone hot tubs come with premounted into decking, and can be placed nearly anywhere. Other styles of hot tubs come without decking, and can be placed in ground, or have any style of custom decking placed around it. This can be beneficial for homeowners trying to make the most of a space. An unmounted hot tub can be built into a corner of a yard or porch, and tiled in or built directly into a room or porch.

Both of these styles of hot tubs come in sizes to accommodate multiple bathers, from two seaters with identical styles of jets, to tubs which contain various bathing areas, each with a different back rest and type and number of jets to customize the spa experience.




Caring for a Hot Tub

The care and maintenance of an outdoor hot tub should be taken into consideration when considering the purchase. Hot tub covers should be used to keep out falling debris, as well as pets or small children when the tub is not in use. Hot tub covers are also beneficial for helping to maintain water temperature between frequent uses.

Hot tub chemicals will also be required to help keep the water sanitary and ready for use at all times. These chemicals will include sanatizers, shock treatments, stain and scale removers and clarifiers. Proper maintenance of the hot tub will require frequently checking chemical levels of sanatizers and clarifiers, and adjusting their quantity as needed.

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If the tub is used with bathing soaps or oils, or if the water remains stagnant for an extended period of time, the tub will need to be periodically drained, cleaned and refilled to keep it running at its best.

Outdoor hot tubs and spas can be used all year round, in nearly any weather or temperature. When used and cared for properly, they can enhance the lifestyle of the owner, and make any home into a spa destination.


Author Paul Linus

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