A hot tub is a major investment and, as with anything, they are available at many different pricepoints. Most of us love to get a bargain so it’s well worth trying to find out if cheap hot tubs are any worth the money. Are the more expensive hot tubs just over priced and does it make more financial sense to …
Can You Clean a Hot Tub Filter in the Dishwasher?
The other day, I was chatting with a friend of mine who has a hot tub and he happened to mention that he cleaned his hot tub filter in his dishwasher. I was surprised and, I admit, a little shocked since I didn’t think that was something that he should do! Nevertheless, after he went home I started to think …
Are Hot Tub Chemicals Bad for Pets?
Do you have a dog that just loves getting involved in the hot tub? While this is super cute, do you wonder whether or not it is safe to allow pets to use a hot tub, or whether the chemicals can cause them some harm. I decided to do a little further research to find out the facts. So, are …
Which Hot Tub Covers Can You Stand On?
You might need to stand on your hot tub cover to access something above your hot tub. Maybe to maintain a gazebo or to prune a large plant or hedge. You might also want to know if you can store weighty objects on your hot tub cover when it isn’t being used. But is it a good idea to stand …
Are All Inflatable Hot Tub Filters the Same?
An inflatable hot tub’s filtartion system is vital in keeoing the water in the hot tub clean and fresh. At the heart of the filtration system is the filter cartridge itslef and all inflatable hot tubs will require that you do some cleaning, maintenance and replacing of the filters on a regular basis. But, are all in flatable hot tub …
How Do You Stop an Inflatable Hot Tub Going Slimy?
Have you ever got into your inflatable hot tub and noticed that it has gone a bit slimy? This is an unpleasant but common problem and luckily a slimy hot tub can easily be avoided with a few basic maintenance tasks. In this post, we look a what causes slime in hot tubs and how to avoid it. So, how …
Do Hot Tubs Need to be Grounded?
It’s generally the best idea to employ a professional electrician to do the electrical installation for your hot tub. However, it’s always good to know exactly what is going on and to make sure that the work has been done to the proper standard. One task that you might be asked about during installation is grounding your hot tub. Does …
Round vs Square Inflatable Hot Tubs. How to Choose
If you are in the market for a new inflatable hot tub you may have realised that they come in both round and square formats. These are obviously very different so you might be a bit confused as to the advantages and disadvantages of each. So, which type of hot tub would be best for you? A round hot tub …
Can You Use Armor All on a Hot Tub Cover?
I got suckered into buying Armor-All a few months ago and found out that it actually works extremely well. My kitchen surfaces have honestly never looked better. I’m now starting to think about what else Armor-All can be used on. I’ve got an old hot tub that’s been sitting in the garden for a while now and the cover on …
Can You Turn a Fish Pond Into a Hot Tub?
Fish ponds are a great addition to a garden but often, if they aren’t looked after they become a bit of a problem. If you have an unwanted fishpond you might be thinking about what to do with it and converting it into a hot tub might have crossed your mind. It might be a bit of a crazy thought …