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Is it safe to use an outdoor spa in the second and third trimisters of pregnancy?

Nov 10, 2007 by Maha Y | Posted in Pregnancy

I was just wondering. Of course, the spa would not be heated, just on a cooler temperature...

if the spa is not heated and it was like WARM bath then I would think it would be fine.

How much would you pay for and 8 seater outdoor spa, bought it for $13,000 AUD, it is 3 yrs old???

Sep 09, 2007 by teewizz | Posted in Other - Home & Garden

It is in good condition and hardly used,never had any problems with it, the hard cover for it is cracked on one side. It will come with everyting I got with it.

I would pay nothing. They are way too hard to move.

i just drained my outdoor spa (hot tub) and refilled it with water..but the water is cold and it isnt heating!

Jun 01, 2008 by fallen_angel_1200 | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

any ideas what the problem is. i use the thermastat and i put it up to 104 degrees but it keeps going down to 62 again.

Bercause you have burnt the element out..I read your previous posting concerning this..When you drain a hot tub the element is encased in a tube that the water flows through and heats it..when it is dry and the elelment is left on..it gets too hot and actually burns the element up...The shame of it is the spa place you asked them first and said it would be okay..this was not true..you fried it...same as an electric hot water heater..if there is no water in it..it fries the element..

What are some tips on owning a outdoor "Spa"?

Aug 14, 2006 by Patches | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

SIZE! number one. Dont get one so large you dont need the room.

Do you have a large enough electrical panel to add it to it without extra cost.

Do you need all the extras. some of the BS that salesmen try to sell you is not really needed. Hot water and movement of the water is usually good enough.

Try Baquaspa for chemicals--- SIMPLE to maintain and usually never have a problem with it.

Is there a non-toxic way to maintain an outdoor covered spa tub without toxic chemicals ?

Nov 07, 2008 by Kathy S | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

Just moved , spa is 1 year old and looks new. Afraid of chemicals.

Creative ideas for outdoor spa landscaping?

Feb 21, 2007 by overtaxed | Posted in Garden & Landscape

Up until now, the area has been a raised, brick enclosed garden. We have decided to plunk a spa in it. There will be a 5' x 8' (40 sq. ft.) open area of the raised garden that we need to do something with.
Options are: cement it in. Downside: the garden currently has irrigation, which would be shut off forever. Upside: no maintenance.

Flower or vegetable garden. Rock garden. Fountain. OR???

I have a spa connected to my pool and have a planter running across the back of the pool with very low maintenance plants and decorative rock which keeps the weeds at a minimum.

I'm in Florida, so it's a year round process, but I'm not complaining! haha (I'm lucky :). Around the spa, I decided to just do container plants and they're gorgeous! I plant a main plant in the middle of the container (a perennial or palm) and annuals around the border. This way I can change them out all the time. I have about 6 of various size pots around the spa and they just look great. They sit on my paver deck (which might be a nice idea instead of concrete). I just mix them all up!

Yeah...you still have to water, but's it's not that bad. A water feature or fountain is nice...but then you're definitely getting into more work and maintenance.

A rock garden could be beautiful and will make your spa area look very natural You still have to water though...so go for something easy. I love my container garden. I have a lot of other garden to look after - but this is my favorite as they do so well!

Good luck to you! Nothing like sitting relaxing in the spa with beautiful plants surrounding you!

PS: I don't know about you, but I use my Spa mostly at night. Consider planting light colored or white plants. There's a huge variety: Caladiums, Brugmansia, jasmine...etc. I also love the plants that have deeper scent at night!
That's an added bonus!

How do I turn a disused outdoor inground spa into a sandpit?

Jun 28, 2008 by Debbie B | Posted in Do It Yourself (DIY)

drill ,holes in the floor and area that is at lowest point.
put in pea gravel and top off with sand.
sand comes in various particle size.
choose the top layer about one foot to be of the finer particle size.
the holes will allow the spa to drain and the sand will dry out.

Can you recommend an outdoor hot tub/spa for under 2k that is decent?

Feb 04, 2008 by Destiny's Euphoria | Posted in Other - Home & Garden

I noticed sam's club has a couple, one for around $1600, member's mark brand. Anyone have positive/negative experiences with any brand/model for 2K or under? I want one just to relax, I don't need 200 jets and a pop up TV...just something small and simple and cheap.

Hey there,

Great idea on getting a hot tub. I use ours almost everyday.

For under 2K you will probably be limited to a portable hot tub which many people like. These tubs are easy to put up and use right away. If you get a permanent hot tub then you will have to pay for the installation of electrical hook up which can run anywhere from $1000 - $2000. There is a good article for you to look at below and a good website that you will find useful to help you decide.

Just remember one thing. If you go too cheap, then you often get a pretty cheap tub in many ways including quality. I wanted to get one in the price range you were looking but in the end we bought a used tub which had been returned to the manufacturer and repaired. We got it for about half the retail price just because it was used for a few months. They fixed it and resold it to us and we are extremely happy with it. We spent around $4000 plus installation. Well worth the extra cost.

Hope this helps.

Cheers.

Is it more efficient to keep your outdoor hotub/spa at the desired temperature, all the time?

Sep 14, 2006 by entropy | Posted in Physics

My background is in Physics, and this is what I've been told. However, it doesn't seem to make sense to me. My position is the exact opposite, ie. - keep the spa close to the outside temperature and bring it up in temperature when using it. I'd like to hear what others think... with explanations, please.

You are under the impression that when energy isn't being added - its being removed @ a rate consistent with the outdoor temperature. Most hot tubs are REALLY well insulated and will retain their heat for a very long time. To maintain the temp at a desired level once or twice a day is far less expensive then doing it after a significant temperature loss.

It really depends on the hot tub, hot tub insulation, the environment it is in, the method of heating, the cost of heating.. but generally speaking, it is cheaper to maintain, rather than reheat.

Best answer?

can someone help find an owners manuel for indoor/outdoor spa from 1980's model built by Watkins Manufacturing

Oct 22, 2006 by xamador@sbcglobal.net | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

It is a Hot Spring Spa, this particular model is called "The Hot Spring Indoor/Outdoor" I believe if was in the market around 1980

www.hotspring.com/index_spas_hot_spring.

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