We all love taking a dip in a hot tub, but have you ever thought about the medical benefits? It turns out there are some very real reasons to soak in a hot tub that go way beyond relaxing with a beer in your hand. In the graphic below we rounded up some of the […]
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Every so often, we come across a news story that’s loosely related to hot tubs, and which doesn’t involve some tragedy. We like happy stories, like ones about hot tubs filled with wine, cooking sous-vide in the water, or even about the therapeutic benefits. So when we learned of a hot tub tugboat created by […]
We’d like to congratulate Bullfrog Spas on their recent award for design. Many manufacturers stick with the tried and true wood paneling and fiberglass design but they have stepped it up with their high quality spas. Bullfrog Spas was recently honored with a 2012 International Design Excellence Award (IDEA) for product design excellence. The award […]
Leave it to the Japanese to come up with something like this – picture a normal spa, with hot water, only replace the hot water with wine and green tea. Yes, bathing in wine and green tea actually happens in Japan. And I’m kind of jealous. Hakone, Kanagawa lays host to this unusual practice, which […]
We get orders for hot tub covers from all over the country. Depending on where you live, you might enjoy your hot tub in Los Angeles during the evening as the temperature cools, or in the afternoon in Oregon after a day of skiing. With so many different climates, conditions, and settings, it helps to […]
Hot tubs and spas come with all sorts of doo-dads and thingimajigies which you might not know about. a handful of these extras may only be for particular manufacturers, whilst others are often an up-sell. You’ll have to think about what fits your needs best. 1 common feature that people get are fancy lights that […]
I hate to see stories like this, Firefighter drowns in hot tub, and it’s a stark reminder of the importance of making sure you are careful around hot tubs. Although in this case, having a cover would not have prevented the man from getting extremely drunk, taking some medicine, and passing out in the tub, […]
Every week we get customers calling to order a new cover for a jacuzzi they just got for free. Jacuzzi’s and spas cost a good chunk of change, so you want to make sure you get a cover that protects it and functions well. One can easily drop a few grand on a new jacuzzi. […]
It goes without saying that your hot tub should be a relaxing, enjoyable experience. That said, there are certain hot tub activities that are better than others; the list of “hot tub follies” below might help you out. And promote some laughs. DON’T: Do a faceplant while exiting If you’ve done too much hanging out […]
So chances are you have seen the movie, “Hot Tub Time Machine” and if you’re like the Doc, you’re probably wondering how to transform your hot tub into such a machine. It’s actually not that hard. All you need are the following: A hot tub A Delorean A flux capacitator Crystals Some good swimming […]
Every week I get a call from someone wanting to know if we can build a custom spa cover. The answer is always, unequivocally, yes. Now, maybe not ever spa can be covered. If you happen to be building a custom spa, you will be wise to take into consideration how to cover it. Since […]
Are you familiar with “sous-vide” cooking? In French it means, “under pressure”, and it’s a popular way for fancy chefs to prepare food. It involves vacuum packing a piece of marinated meat and submersing it in warm water. Usually you need an immersion circulator to keep the water moving around. However, if you own a […]
A Hot tub cover is a crucial piece of equipment that shields the spa from the outside elements while keeping the water in the perfect conditions for a good relaxing experience. You can find a good, cheap hot tub cover that keeps your water warm, and your electricity bills low. You ought to be aware […]
If it’s time to replace your hot tub cover, bear in mind some important upgrades that you can choose from. If your primary goal is to conserve energy and keep your heating bill low, one essential element is the steam stopper pillow. The steam stopper pillow helps prevent steam from leaking out of your hot […]
Soft Hot Tub Covers Benefits include: Cheaper costs Lightweight A good soft hot tub cover offers the same protection as a hard fiberglass one, at a fraction of the cost. Quality covers ought to be double stitched with industrial quality seams, and include options like fiberglass panels and heat-sealed insulation foam for the inside. It’s […]
Once the time comes for replacing your hot tub cover, among the many key factors to consider is your usage of your hot tub, your climate and also the site of your hot tub. If you are using your spa all year, you need to look for a cover that will considerably lessen your heating […]
We hear quite frequently from spa owners who need a new hot tub cover because of hail damage. Regular covers made of foam take a beating when hail or other inclement weather strikes. The foam inside the cover is rigid enough to form a bridge over the spa, however it does not allow for impacts. […]
Has nature damaged your spa cover? Now that you know vinyl on your hot tub cover is rated by its hours outdoors, you can make a better decision. High quality vinyl covers will last over 1500 hours outside. Although, that equals roughly only one hundred days of sunshine. I know what you are thinking, why […]
Winter is by far the most damaging period of the year for spa covers. The good news is that with a small amount of preparation, you can prevent a lot of the common things that damage covers. In this article, we’ll cover tips on steps for “winterizing” your hot tub cover that will ensure your […]
While reading a recent question on running and post-workout dips in the hot tub, I learned some interesting things about how the body works. Some of these insights go against traditional notions. It seems like most people assume that after a long run, or bout of exercise, the most relaxing and beneficial thing to do […]
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