When giving consideration to buying your very own Hot Tub,
it is always worth probing beneath the packaging and the
glitz of the "wow factor" appearance.
JACUZZIS are also known internationally as SPAS or HOT
TUBS, depending on the country.
When considering becoming the proud owner of your very own
hot tub at home, how does one select the model or brand?
For a truly relaxing, life enhancing purchase, one needs
to consider performance, maintenance, durability and
hygiene.
Is the quantity of jets in a hot tub really important, or
is it a question of quality and how these jets are
designed and indeed can they be adjusted or are they just
those low budget fixed Jets?
If the jets are adjustable and of the latest engineered
design, only then will they produce the enjoyable hydro
massage effect that Jacuzzi users become so addicted to.
Most people that use a Hot Tub often report that they
require less visits to a therapist.
JETS - MOTORS - PUMPS
It is desirable to purchase a design where the adjustable
jets provide an invigorating massage to loosen knotted
muscles and increase blood and oxygen circulation. This is
turn aids healing by bringing nutrients to aching muscles
and joints. A feeling of well being.
A superior and enduring product will have the benefit of
top quality engineering plus a design combining an
effective number of jets with correctly powered motors and
pumps.
In truth, a better buy is a spa with PLENTY OF POWER, and
adjustable jets.
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY - SECURITY CABLING It is possible with
top quality reliable cabling to adapt to an economical
electrical supply and still retain this desired potency.
Running a high powered spa need not be expensive if
expertly installed. The quality of the cable used with
hydro products is paramount.
COMPARISON
Some budget models imported from the East are manufactured
with a high number of non-rotating jets produced merely by
punching numerous 'pin holes' in the moulding. This
cost cutting style will be underpowered with too many jets
for the pump to cope with, and cannot give a beneficial
therapeutic massage effect. The massage effect can often be
painful and not relaxing. Often these hot tubs with lower
powered motors have to have a diverter valve fitted.
Other parts of the tub need to be turned off to divert
efficient power to where the person is actually sitting.
Highly unsuitable for a model designed for a number of
people to enjoy together.
Dealers exist in the UK who sell cost-cutting spas
manufactured in this way. They are sold as 'unbranded'
models because they are unwilling to put their name to the
product. This manner of marketing is entirely acceptable
provided they are priced accordingly and the consumer is
made aware they are buying a bottom of the range model.
THE JACUZZI SHELL
In our experience the manufacturer of the best spas in the
world use a patented high grade four layer strengthening
process called DURA-BOND TM.
This high density material is re-enforced with a fibrous
material that adds considerable additional strength to the
jacuzzi shell. The process is completed with a thick layer
of polyurethane foam.
This exclusive system combines the luxurious beauty of
LUCITE-Xtra TM Arylic (the best and most expensive
grade) with an added layer of plastic ABS for strength and
integrity.
Lucite-Xtra TM cast acrylic is a SAFE non-porous material
that resists stains caused by the build up of lotions and
body oils, which can ruin non-acrylic spas. It is also
resistant to bacteria.
This tough material keeps its shine and colour despite the
use of sanitizing chemicals, high temperatures and exposure
to sunlight.
Its durable surface resists chipping, cracking and denting.
Lucite-Xtra TM is easily maintained with a sponge and mild
soap. No additional polishing or waxing is needed to keep
its lustrous appearance. Any cosmetics, including
lipstick, will wipe off immediately.
COMPARISON
Some manufacturers using LUCITE shells do not necessarily
use top grade LUCITE-Xtra TM unless specified.
To manufacture a DEEP spa, high quality moulding is
imperative. It not used, obvious "stretch marks" appear on
the curves and bends which may cause leaks later.
ENDEROL brand and other similar low cost surfaces are
actually POROUS and harbour bacteria. They are not
resistant to body oils and staining. To check poor quality
one can test with lipstick, which is not easy to remove
from a porous surface, but instantly wiped away if
non-porous.
Because poorer quality surfaces are less resistant to
staining, an unappealing un-removable tide mark is evident
around some spas once in use.
Watch out for the Spas that say made with US acrylic when
they are actaully made in teh East.
CONCLUSION
Hopefully this article will safeguard any potential Jacuzzi
owners from falling prey to the well practiced presentation
of sales personnel , who themselves, may possibly not
even use a Hot Tub Jacuzzi, and may not be able to help,
once the Jacuzzi has been installed.
There is a saying BUYING CHEAPLY CAN MEAN BUYING TWICE.
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The author Jacuzzi John (JJ) supplies premium quality
American & European Hot Tubs from Estepona on the Costa Del
Sol in Spain and his web site is at http://www.spas4you.com
email info@spas4you.com
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