When it comes to relaxation, there are three things that can help anyone unwind. Aromatherapy, a hot bath, and a massage. Luckily, hot tubs provide all three of those remedies for stress, and inflatable hot tubs are a cheaper but equally powerful alternative. Here are a few things you probably didn’t know about inflatable spas.
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You Can Use Them All Year Round
Most people who think of getting an inflatable spa will eventually ask the question: “can you use an inflatable hot tub in the winter?”
The simple answer to that question is that yes, it’s possible. For extreme weather you may need some extra insulation to ensure that the equipment functions efficiently and can keep up with heat loss to the ambient temperature, but it’s not complicated to keep your hot tub insulated. The manufacturer’s recommendations usually only guarantee that the heating equipment will work at temperatures as cold as 40F but nothing below that. Nonetheless, millions of inflatable hot tub owners have been able to safely beef up their insulation and use their units all year round, even in very cold areas like Alaska.
The Jets Are Not Like The Ones In Hard Shell Hot Tubs
The jet massage system is not designed to target specific areas (muscle groups) of your body, like the jets found in fixed hot tubs. Instead, they are arranged in a ring at the bottom of the tub, and work together to give an invigorating massage for your entire body. This is arguably the better option, because more often than not the jets in fixed tubs are not directed perfectly to the intended muscle group. With the full-body massage jets that are in inflatable hot tubs, it doesn’t matter which way you sit in the spa, you’re going to get that full-body massage anyway.
You Really Don’t Need Help Installing Them
Unlike fixed spas which require you to hire an entire construction crew to install it in your yard (or on your deck), inflatable hot tubs are the ultimate do-it-yourself project because practically anyone could set them up on their own. The process is simple enough that we’ve seen some people even trust their teenagers with the job, and it’s perfectly safe.
Turn Them Into A Pool
If you feel like the weather is too hot to warrant the use of a hot tub, you can easily switch off the heating equipment and use the spa as a small swimming pool because it is deep enough for that. Don’t forget to leave the jet system running (on low) to keep the water running through the filters – this ensures that the water is kept clean and balanced.
To Sum It Up
Inflatable spas are inherently more affordable, and offer portability, ease of installation and use, without compromising on durability and quality. They are the latest revolution in spa technology and function similarly to their (more expensive) fixed counterparts. The versatility of portable hot tubs have made them the better option for many people, even if they can afford to buy a fixed hot tub.