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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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Obviously we love hot tubs here. Who doesn’t? It’s tough to beat the relaxation they offer, the soothing warmth, and the general appeal of saying to your friends, “hey let’s jump in the hot tub!”. Over the years we’ve seen a few interesting spin offs, from the floating hot tub boats, to the portable camping […]
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Of course we love having a hot tub in the backyard, but that’s not the only thing back there to attract us. Check out the collection of projects we found below and look for new ways to put your backyard to use. We gathered some of the best DIY tutorials that are both approachable and […]
We come across some pretty random things on the social networks, especially twitter, where people seem to always be battling with aggressive hot tub covers that smash them in the face, or dealing with storms where their cover blows off and crashes through the neighbor’s fence. But this is a first for us – check […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sometimes we come across some funny things having to do with hot tubs online. From random questions and answers, to videos, we see all sorts of great things that make us laugh. For example, there seem to be several people concerned about getting pregnant in the hot tub. Not that we promote promiscuous activity in […]
We find a lot of interesting posts related to hot tub covers in our social media channels. Some are funny, others are worrisome, and a whole bunch of them are random. There seems to be a running theme of animals on covers, injuries from opening or closing them, and storms that rip the things right […]
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Most people opt for a hot tub on their deck, or somewhere in the back yard. The thing is, most of the time a hot tub doesn’t add much visual appeal to the landscape. A four foot high square object needs a bit of attention in order to elevate its design. A simple answer is […]
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Two primary choices consumers make when buying a spa cover center around the thickness and foam density. In general, a thick foam core offers greater insulation, and a denser foam adds strength. Let’s simplify that one more time – thickness equals insulation, and density makes a cover stronger, able to withstand more weight on top […]
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Looking to install a hot tub in your home or backyard? Unfortunately, it’s not as easy as a couple of simple purchases. Before you make the commitment, look through the following list and decide whether or not you’re prepared for such a major home addition. Permits Depending on where you live, you might need a […]
The interwebs are full of great DIY projects for your home, and there’s no shortage of tips to help you build a solar powered hot tub. The typical approach is to use a solar panel to heat the tub water, but some people go further and have their entire spa – jets, pumps, and all […]
Once in a while we find some pretty decent articles around the web that provide useful information that goes beyond the usual “Should I replace my hot tub cover” crap. We gathered a few of our recent favorites to share with you. The Dos and Don’ts of Hot Tub Etiquette This gem comes from “How […]
Who doesn’t like to save a little money by doing things themselves? From basic car repair to minor household improvements, DIY projects bring a sense of ownership and pride that doesn’t often come with purchasing the same product or paying someone else to do it. With that in mind, we gathered a few of our […]
It’s been a little while since we highlighted some of our favorite tweets about hot tub covers. We’re always amazed by the creative uses, mishaps, and events that occur surrounding the product we sell. Without further adieu, here we go: 1. First up, we have Scotty Kolb, who had a serious blond moment trying to […]
This past weekend, news reports were filled with stories about the wind storms and tornadoes that swept across the Midwest. In addition to the massive destruction caused to houses and other property, we can usually find some mildly amusing stories of hot tub covers that flew away only to be found in the neighbor’s yard, […]
#1 Best hot tub cover ever? We think so. For low-flying aircraft, or kids who might be bouncing on the trampoline, this cover provides a cheeky image that’s a throwback to the 1990’s Super Mario-era that’s inside us all. #2 – The beer tub I’m not sure how they created this ultra-luxurious tub, but I […]
Another week or so has passed, and it means that we have a new set of hot tub cover mishaps. Ally writes, “hahaha the hot tub cover chipped my tooth tonight!” (https://twitter.com/ally_letizia/status/325834558979309568) and doesn’t seem to upset about it. She takes it in stride, posting another response saying, “I actually can’t believe that happened hahahah, […]
In the past, we have blogged about some amazing hot tub and spa designs. Of course, pools probably have a more ubiquitous presence in the country, and get a bit more attention when it comes to design and aesthetics. Pools after all often have extravagant rock features, waterslides, waterfalls, lagoons, and much more. The ASPS […]
This past week it seems like more than a few areas of the country were hit with pretty high winds. Even in CA, where I live, we had an unusual departure from the normally sunny and warm skies. A strange movement in the air made leaves rustle, and brought a colder chill to the air […]
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