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By *ompip3 OP   Couple
over a year ago

Paisley

Hi, any advice on buying a Hot Tub? I'm talking about the solid fixed type, not a Lazy Spa one.

Good points, bad points etc. Access issues, easy to maintain or not?

Do you use it all year round? Thanks in advance!

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By *ightkitty4uWoman
over a year ago

Epsom

I would love a swim spa....

I am no help what so ever I know

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By *ylon big spurterMan
over a year ago

Blennerhasset

Insulation insulation insulation !!

Especially on the base

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By *ig1gaz1Man
over a year ago

bradford

this ones homemade 4 years old now

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NGkazOuMRM

has alot of good fair advice on it

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By *octor DeleriumMan
over a year ago

Wellingborough

Dig out and then build up a suitable base to take the weight and size of the tub. Take into account a requirement to be able to access all sides of the tub for future maintenance (wood stain / oils) and the direction that a cover lift mechanism will move the cover out of the way.

Consider the potential noise nuisance to neighbour's. This can be expensive if you choose to ignore it.

Electrician to install a separate mains spur to the outside wall. Residual current device essential.

Consider how you are going to get the tub onto your property. Delivery is usually on a trolley that will cope with soft ground but you may need wooden planks if the ground is waterlogged. Taking down a fence panel may be easier than negotiating a garden path / garden gate.

Ensure that you stick to the maintenance schedule; chlorination / shock and filter cleaning / filter change / cleaning and conditioning of the cover / cleaning and conditioning wooden fascia and steps. Annual service from the supplier.

Purchase a sump pump to speed drainage prior to deep cleaning the interior surface.

Plastic drink containers only; common sense but it's surprising how many people think glassware and bottles are OK in hot tubs.

Insurance.

I'm running an 8 seater Canadian manufactured tub (purchased in 1996) with a move between houses. No major problems and it's in use year round although much more so in the winter.

Finally, water splashing out of the tub onto the steps / surround tends to freeze when the air / ground temperature is below 0C. I've broken a wrist slipping on the ice (a very cold New Year's Eve and no alcohol involved).

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Make sure you get a warranty on the time machine version.

The insurance costs are a nightmare

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By *innamon!Woman
over a year ago

no matter

Had a lazy spa waste of money!

didn’t stay hot long when the bubbles were on . Sitting on concrete the heat just disappeared . Used it maybe a dozen times at most then ditched it . Can’t recommend a proper one but would certainly look at wood burner wooden hot tubs . At least you can do baked potatoes at the same time and go to the woods to collect branches to burn

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By *ensual 2Couple
over a year ago

Blackpool

We have a lovely hot tub....with a roof so we can use it all year round....a rubber mat is useful for the steps so you dont slip.....dead easy to keep clean ....and interest free payments ...so a no brainer .....rumour has it swingers use hot tubs ....

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By *ompip3 OP   Couple
over a year ago

Paisley


"We have a lovely hot tub....with a roof so we can use it all year round....a rubber mat is useful for the steps so you dont slip.....dead easy to keep clean ....and interest free payments ...so a no brainer .....rumour has it swingers use hot tubs .... "

Oh! We wouldn't mind testing out yours before we buy! Covid permitting lol! Thanks for the info. x

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By *ompip3 OP   Couple
over a year ago

Paisley


"Dig out and then build up a suitable base to take the weight and size of the tub. Take into account a requirement to be able to access all sides of the tub for future maintenance (wood stain / oils) and the direction that a cover lift mechanism will move the cover out of the way.

Consider the potential noise nuisance to neighbour's. This can be expensive if you choose to ignore it.

Electrician to install a separate mains spur to the outside wall. Residual current device essential.

Consider how you are going to get the tub onto your property. Delivery is usually on a trolley that will cope with soft ground but you may need wooden planks if the ground is waterlogged. Taking down a fence panel may be easier than negotiating a garden path / garden gate.

Ensure that you stick to the maintenance schedule; chlorination / shock and filter cleaning / filter change / cleaning and conditioning of the cover / cleaning and conditioning wooden fascia and steps. Annual service from the supplier.

Purchase a sump pump to speed drainage prior to deep cleaning the interior surface.

Plastic drink containers only; common sense but it's surprising how many people think glassware and bottles are OK in hot tubs.

Insurance.

I'm running an 8 seater Canadian manufactured tub (purchased in 1996) with a move between houses. No major problems and it's in use year round although much more so in the winter.

Finally, water splashing out of the tub onto the steps / surround tends to freeze when the air / ground temperature is below 0C. I've broken a wrist slipping on the ice (a very cold New Year's Eve and no alcohol involved).

"

All good infor, Much appreciated!! x

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By *ompip3 OP   Couple
over a year ago

Paisley

Thank you all for the input! I suppose its like buying a new car, lots to consider!

Appreciate the replies. xxx

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By *urchoicenowCouple
over a year ago

Ashford

We have lazy spas. Lots of people don't like them we know, but the upside is you can pick them up for under £500, which means having a new version every year for 10 years won't cost as much as a rigid. We put ours on insulation so it doesn't lose heat through the base. Yes the old ones lost heat when bubbles were on but newer version heats at same time.

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By *ensual 2Couple
over a year ago

Blackpool


"We have a lovely hot tub....with a roof so we can use it all year round....a rubber mat is useful for the steps so you dont slip.....dead easy to keep clean ....and interest free payments ...so a no brainer .....rumour has it swingers use hot tubs ....

Oh! We wouldn't mind testing out yours before we buy! Covid permitting lol!Thanks for the info. x House rules naked. Lol

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By *itty9899Man
over a year ago

Craggy Island

Just book marking

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Just book marking"

We've sold out of the time machines one sorry.

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By *ompip3 OP   Couple
over a year ago

Paisley


"We have lazy spas. Lots of people don't like them we know, but the upside is you can pick them up for under £500, which means having a new version every year for 10 years won't cost as much as a rigid. We put ours on insulation so it doesn't lose heat through the base. Yes the old ones lost heat when bubbles were on but newer version heats at same time. "

Yeah can see the logic, but we thinking more about the comfort, relaxation and massage therapy for the old bones, lol!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Check out the soft tub range. They are constructed of insulation. Don't have a heating element - they run off the residual heat from the pump - and won't need a crane to move.

They look great and no I'm not a supplier, maybe I should be!

Plus they are basically a giant pond, no preformed hard seats to whack your knees on.

Love ours - as seen in some of our photos.

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By *ompip3 OP   Couple
over a year ago

Paisley


"Check out the soft tub range. They are constructed of insulation. Don't have a heating element - they run off the residual heat from the pump - and won't need a crane to move.

They look great and no I'm not a supplier, maybe I should be!

Plus they are basically a giant pond, no preformed hard seats to whack your knees on.

Love ours - as seen in some of our photos. "

Thanks, Will have a look, although I think we'd prefer a shaped lounger or seat? Cracking profile mate you two are stunning!

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By *riskynriskyCouple
over a year ago

Essex.

Some people recommend bromine instead of chlorine.

In its raw form nastier than chlorine but better for your skin once in the correct levels in the hot tub and longer lasting.

This was told to me by a hot tub guy years ago, more expensive but you use less, so works out about the same.

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By *lowhands7Man
over a year ago

South Leicestershire (willing to travel)

Try one before you buy! I'm serious, I tried a few

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