Spa Aromatherapy

If you are one of the millions of spa owners who turn to your spa for relaxation and to soothe away the stresses of life, you can enhance this experience even more by adding a little aromatherapy to the water and melting away into a world of massaging, warm water and soothing scents.

Aromatherapy as a form of relaxation and alternative medicine has been around for hundreds of years. The reason for its longevity and success is that it taps into one of our most basic senses – smell. Our olfactory glands are amongst the most sensitive and powerful in the body and with aromatherapy, we have the ability to surround ourselves with scents that invigorate, relax, soothe or inspire.

Aromatherapy uses the essential oils from a variety of plants, flowers, bark and other natural ingredients to improve your health, both mental and physical, and how you feel.

In addition to easing anxiety, relieving exhaustion and stress and alleviating insomnia, aromatherapy has been linked to improved digestive and respiratory functions. And what better way to reap the benefits of aromatherapy than while immersed in the bubbling, relaxing hot waters of your spa?

While the hot water eases your tired and sore muscles, drop a few scented crystals of some Spazazz elixir into the water to create a swirling, scented, blissful experience. After a rough night of sleep, try some invigorating grapefruit to awaken the senses, or splash some coconut or green tea in to relax you after a long week of work.

Hot tub aromatherapy crystals that are filled with emollients will help to soothe and relax your tired muscles and since they also have minerals and softeners inside of them you will get out of your hot tub with your skin feeling renewed as well.

For best results, be sure to use hot tub aromatherapy items as other non-specific products may alter the water chemistry resulting in cloudy water or an unsafe spa condition. In some cases, non-spa aromatherapy products have been known to react with the other chemicals in the water and produce foam that clog filters.

Whatever your aromatherapy goal is, whether to relax or energize, with spa crystals and scented elixirs you will be able to further enjoy your hot tub!



Ashley Olson writes for Hot Tub Warehouse: your one-stop shop for all hot tub supplies. To find the right spa parts and hot tub testing products, please visit Hot Tub Warehouse and don’t forget – we have free shipping on order over $75!

Why Titanium Heater Elements?

Above: Calcified Element in Tube

Poor water chemistry is damaging to hot tub heater elements, particularly when amplified by abuse or neglect. Additionally, fill water that is naturally high in salt, lime and calcium can also promote a slower, but premature death to elements. Below you will learn why titanium provides a superior defense against "adverse" water conditions, and will extend your hot tubs heater elements useful life.
Chemical FailureCorrosion is the etching and rusting effect that happens to ferrous metals. As water becomes acidic ( low in ph) or overly chlorinated, corrosion is accelerated and your heater element is most at risk. Titanium is not a coating and is non ferrous (less than .03% iron) and therefore will withstand greater chemical punishment, without the pitting, etching or surface breakdown of typical nickel alloys.

Titanium is the Solution!

Right: Titanium Element in calcified Tube

Titanium has become the solution to hot tub heater longevity, and has long been the best defense against chemical & mineral abuse. Even with today's salt chlorinating systems, there has been no other material that has improved hot tub heater longevity like titanium.

Titanium doesn't allow scale to harbor onto the surface. Titanium naturally produces a dioxide film that continually migrate to the surface, and detaches harmful content. Additionally, titanium's surfaces pores do not open when heated, and will not allow harmful chemicals or particles to collect. This "self scaling" miracle can be verified in your own dishwasher. As heavily concentrated detergents are added weekly, your element remains nearly scale free for years. The best commercial and residential dishwashers are equipped with titanium elements for all these reasons.

Titanium contains no iron, & therefore cannot rust or corrode. Given the most adverse water conditions, titanium can resist pitting, oxidizing and surface breakdown up to 10 times better than typical nickel alloy elements. Titanium is not magnetic, and will not attract materials that can attach and promote deterioration. Additionally, titanium has an exceptionally low thermal expansion rate, and this will reduce the stress that can cause structural fatigue and fracture.

Titanium Hot Tub Heater Elements provide your best defense against common recreational water chemicals, and becomes more beneficial and a much better value, when water chemistry is less than perfect!

Above: Titanium Element in Corroded Tube

Article provide by the Hot Tub Heater manufacturer Therm Products.

Tips for Moving a Hot Tub

When relocating to another city or state, one of the most difficult decisions is whether or not to move a hot tub along with all other belongings. On one hand, you have invested a good amount of money in your spa and probably enjoy using it quite a bit. Not to mention, hot tubs and other outdoor improvements increase the value of a home. However, the headaches involved in moving such a bulky appliance can sometimes be enough to dissuade even the foremost spa users from trying to haul their hot tub across country.

Since hot tubs are heavy and require specific packaging to remain protected during the moving process, it is best to hire professional movers as they will have both the equipment and expertise to facilitate moving the hot tub. However, if you are only moving a short distance, within the same city or to a nearby city, it may be more economical to move the hot tub yourself. With a little elbow grease and preparation, you can successfully and safely move your spa!

PREPARING BEFOREHAND:

• Read your owner’s manual as this will provide you with any particular details for your hot tub model and will give you directions for how to remove all equipment (heater, spa pump, etc)


• Detach all electrical and spa plumbing equipment, pack carefully and label clearly so you can quickly identify what goes where


• Drain your hot tub (if moving to a cold climate, blow out the pipes with compressed air to make sure no water remains in the pipes, which might freeze and crack)


• Clean the hot tub


• Disconnect all electric and/or gas lines and secure loose cords


• Pack your spa cover separately and clearly label so that it can easily be located later


• Pack all spa items together to ensure nothing gets lost


• Document your spa’s condition before moving in case damages occur in transit (photos etc)

STORING/PACKAGING

• Rent dollies and/or pallets to facilitate moving the hot tub and keep your spa steady during shipping (be sure to select a pallet of appropriate size)


• Cover your hot tub for transport; some moving companies also suggest using cardboard or foam to cover the corners of the hot tub for extra protection


• Strap in the hot tub with tow straps so it does not jostle in transit


• Use ramps to wheel the dollied hot tub into the truck or van

MOVERS

• Most moving companies will require you to have the hot tub ready for loading and unloading by your curb or garage


• Ask your moving company about their insurance coverage and guarantees


• Before accepting the delivery of your hot tub, make sure to inspect it thoroughly for any damage that may have occurred during transport


• Get a written statement of work for the Hot Tub move before moving day


• If you believe damages were incurred during transportation, file a damages claim

Of course as with any large and expensive item, be sure to consult your moving company before making any decisions. It may also be helpful to ask for advice from your hot tub supplier as well as your insurance company so you have all your bases covered when making a decision on how to move your hot tub.

Remember that different hot tubs have different specifications so moving an indoor hot tub may not necessarily be the same as moving an outdoor model. Always refer to your owner’s manual for questions and access other hot tub resources if you have further questions. If you do not feel comfortable moving it yourself, there are plenty of experienced hot tub movers willing to help!

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