What is the difference between a spa, hot tub, Jacuzzi and whirlpool?
The word "spa" is commonly used to describe any one of a number of jetted, heated, water-filled tubs. Frequently, the words "spa" and hot tub" are used interchangeably. Quality hot tubs are made of wood or a good synthetic wood substitute, with a fiberglass or acrylic liner set inside. Acrylic liners are far more durable and provide longer life. Hot tubs provide massage via a number of jets, the type and placement of the jets being crucial to the quality of the massage. Good ones also provide comfortable contoured seating. Hot tubs are not drained after each use, instead the hot water is preserved and chemicals are used to maintain water purity. They are filled via a hose pipe and do not need to be plumbed in.
A "whirlpool" refers to a relatively gentle circular water action provided on many quality hot tubs separately to the massage jets.
"Jacuzzi" is not a generic name for spas. Jacuzzi is a company that makes, amongst other things, whirlpool baths and hot tubs.
What is hydrotherapy?
Hydrotherapy is the combined effect of heat, massage and buoyancy. Warm water dilates blood vessels, increasing blood flow to sore or damaged tissues, allowing oxygen and nutrients to help overworked muscles recover faster. Massage, provided by the spa's jet system, relaxes tense muscles and relieves pressure on surrounding nerves. Massage also improves circulation and accelerates the body's natural healing process. Buoyancy reduces your body's weight by 90%. This relieves pressure on strained joints and muscles. Hydrotherapy is widely recognized as an effective method of alleviating the tension commonly associated with stress.
How long does a spa take to heat?
With a 3 kw heater it will take about 12 hours to get the water from the garden hose to about 38° C. But it will depend of the size of your spa.
How much does a spa cost to run?
The cost is dependent on a lot of factors, such as the cost of electricity, the ambient temperature and exposure to wind, how often you use your spa, the rating of your pump(s) and heater and how much you pay for your chemicals. However, as an average the cost would be around EURO 1 per day.
How often do I drain the water to clean the spa?
We recommend draining and cleaning your spa no more than 4 times per year, depending on how frequently you use it and how well you maintain your water. Our spas have a bottom drain that you can attach a garden hose to remove the water.
Can a spa be installed inside?
A spa can be installed indoors or outdoors, although over 90%, including those in cold weather climates, are installed outdoors. The two main considerations for installing a spa indoors are: will it fit through the door and is the structural strength of the flooring adequate.
Do I need to install plumbing?
No. All our portable spas are filled with water provided by a garden hose.
Do you offer a Warranty?
Yes We offer a warranty for all parts of our spas, you may contact us for more information.
Do you provide Delivery?
If you are a particular located in Hong Kong we will deliver the spa in front of your home, for installation you may contact us for more information.
If you are an importer, you can choose the incoterm, we can provide logistics arrangement for you if you want us to take care of it.
What kind of certifications do you provide?
All our spas are certified CE, ROHS and ETL for Canada and USA.
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