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Hot Tub Parts

Posted in Hot Tub Parts by Tub5ie on April 18, 2012

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There are some parts of a hot tub which can be easily replaced to prolong its life. When the spa owner knows what is wrong...

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Hot Tub Covers

Posted in Hot Tub Covers by Tub5ie on April 16, 2012

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Hot tub covers can be expensive, but it’s better to invest in a high quality hot tub cover rather than purchasing a cheap one because...

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Hot Tub Chemicals

Posted in Hot Tub Maintenance by Tub5ie on April 13, 2012

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Spa water is frequently heated and used over and over again for weeks or even months, so it has to be treated with chemicals to...

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Hosepipe Ban – Dispelling The Rumours

Posted in Hot Tubs and Water Usage by Tub5ie on April 5, 2012

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Today brought the return of the dreaded hosepipe ban. It’s undoubtedly the one thing which strikes fear into the wet leisure industry, that is until...

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An Introduction To Hot Tub Sanitizers

Posted in Uncategorized by Tub5ie on February 6, 2012

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Sanitizing your hot tub water is the most important maintenance you can do for yourself. Sanitizers kill the bacteria that can grow in warm water....

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Hot Tub Parts

There are some parts of a hot tub which can be easily replaced to prolong its life. When the spa owner knows what is wrong with it, finding replacement parts from a reputable dealer is fairly easy. Getting the exact replacement part from the manufacturer is not always necessary, but...

Hot Tub Covers

Hot tub covers can be expensive, but it’s better to invest in a high quality hot tub cover rather than purchasing a cheap one because you could end up paying twice. Traditional rigid foam spa covers can get damaged or completely destroyed by heavy rain or snow – even within...

Hot Tub Chemicals

Spa water is frequently heated and used over and over again for weeks or even months, so it has to be treated with chemicals to remove all bacteria from the water. Hot tub water chemistry is an important factor when trying to achieve a safe quality of water. Balancing the...

Hosepipe Ban – Dispelling The Rumours

Today brought the return of the dreaded hosepipe ban. It’s undoubtedly the one thing which strikes fear into the wet leisure industry, that is until you dispel the rumours. The ban will effect 20million people and can result in a £1,000 for anyone who ignores it. The bad news is...

An Introduction To Hot Tub Sanitizers

Sanitizing your hot tub water is the most important maintenance you can do for yourself. Sanitizers kill the bacteria that can grow in warm water. Sanitizers include Chlorine, Bromine and Ozone. Before adding any sanitizing agent to your hot tub, you must first test the current levels by using a...

The Benefits Of A Salt Generator For Your Spa

The same salt water chlorine generation technology used in swimming pools can be customized for spa and hot tub. A Chlorine or Bromine generator is an electronic device that creates chlorine in your hot tub or spa automatically. The generators work by using salt already placed in the water to...

Keeping Children Safe Around Hot Tubs

Children need constant Kids supervision around water, whether it’s the bath tub or the sea. Young children can drown in less than six centimetres of water, so it is vital to make sure they are safe when using or playing near the hot tub. Children should never be allowed to...

Indoor vs Outdoor Hot Tubs

Hot tubs are more popular and affordable than ever and the biggest decision you have to make is where to put it. Traditionally, hot tubs are located outside, but people with more indoor than outside space often prefer to locate their tub inside the privacy of their own home. Rather...

Wooden Hot Tubs

For centuries wood has been used in the making of barrels. These barrels or tubs are watertight and are often used for ageing alcohol. Wood that is properly treated and cured can be watertight in the inside whilst leaving the outside porous enough to breathe. Wooden hot tubs are becoming...

Inflatable Hot Tubs

Inflatable hot tubs/spas are portable, and usually smaller than the traditional hot tub. They vary in price, but are normally between £350 to £700. The cost fits most budgets, eliminating the need to save enough money for several years to purchase and install the acrylic hot tub. In addition to...