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Many of us are more than familiar with a hot tub or Jacuzzi, and may have even experienced its mind, body and soul calming effects … but how many among us really know the relationship between the two? Well, if we’ve referred to the brand ‘Cellophane’ as those fine, transparent wrapping sheets all these years, many of us are doing the same for Jacuzzi hot tubs. In the USA, a ‘Jacuzzi’ is referred to as a ‘Spa’, whereas, in the United Kingdom, Jacuzzis are commonly known as ‘Hot Tubs’. The fact is that Jacuzzis and hot tubs are indeed closely associated, and over time, they are now popularly referred to as Jacuzzi hot tubs. Given below is the short, Jacuzzi story behind the concept of the Jacuzzi hot tub.

In 1968, Roy Jacuzzi, patented the bubble-causing, ‘Venturi’ water jet system invented by him. This is, perhaps, the reason why so many people have misunderstood or misinterpreted the word Jacuzzi. People wrongly equate the ‘bubbling’ effect (created by the Venturi jet system) with Jacuzzis, as they witness the same effect in any standard, hot tub today. Since then, the Venturi jet system that Roy Jacuzzi invented has been incorporated in most Jacuzzi hot tub, although the original system has undergone a few technological advancements. The visibly, pleasing bubbles that you see in any of today’s Jacuzzi hot tubs are caused by the Venturi jet system that primarily forces air into the water flow under pressure. Most of the modern Jacuzzis are equipped with an air control unit that permits users to adjust the air to water ratio, and pressure, to get the desired bubble effect.

As records affirm, the Jacuzzis invented a portable, hydrotherapy pump during the 1900s to give relief to a family member who was suffering from arthritis. The pump they created was simple in concept, with the only objective being to enhance water pressure via a little, jet massager. The marketing of the very first Jacuzzi hot tubs began during the 1960s when management of the family business was taken over by Roy Jacuzzi. The Jacuzzi hot tub that Roy Jacuzzi sold also incorporated the Venturi jet system that was pioneered by him. However, in 1976, the original, Jacuzzi patent expired, creating a substantial opportunity for expansion of the Jacuzzi hot tub market in the US. This was attributed to the fact that most manufacturers of Jacuzzi hot tubs and hot tub cover could then incorporate the Venturi jet system in their Jacuzzis.

Thanks to the pioneering efforts of the Jacuzzi brothers, Roy Jacuzzi, in particular, millions of people are enjoying the fruits of his Venturi jet invention today. So popular are Jacuzzi hot tubs, that virtually every reputed hotel, resort, cruise ship, health club, gymnasium or fitness center are equipped with one. Although Jacuzzi hot tubs are generally perceived as the hot tubs of jetsetters and celebrities, the fact is that cheaper, less sophisticated models are now within reach of people with the resources to buy them. Whether you can afford one or not, relaxing in a Jacuzzi hot tub is an experience not to be missed.

When people refer to a hot tub or a spa, they often think of the word Jacuzzi. The terms are often used interchangeably but Jacuzzi is actually a brand name. So the term should be Jacuzzi tubs or Jacuzzi hot tubs.

When you start shopping for Jacuzzi tubs, there are a number of issues to bear in mind. Firstly, where are you going to put it? I know that sounds obvious, but many people dont consider the consequences of putting a hot tub inside the house, upstairs or even in the basement. They need a room with plenty of air circulation to keep drywall from mildew or rot. It also needs plenty of weight support to hold all of the water. Putting one on the second floor is not a good idea, unless it is a small bathtub Jacuzzi. A basement hot tub is not a good idea either since the walls can hinder ventilation and cause added damp problems.

The ideal place for Jacuzzi tubs is in the garden or patio where you have substantial foundations to rely on. To enable all year round use you can construct  a gazebo or small room around it. Windows can be used for ventilation, or to cool off on hot summer nights.

What size do you need? Do you like parties and entertaining? If so you will want to consider 6-8 person tubs. If it is just for you and your partner then a two seater will  be perfect. Jacuzzi tubs come in a variety of sizes and shapes such as round, square, oval, kidney shaped. Some manufacturers supply a custom design and can be made into a shape to fit a unique room.

What often determines the price is how many jets there are are inside the tub and how many settings these jets have. Settings on simple models can just be set to either high or low, but more advanced models will offer multiple choices for water speed and angle as well as options such as waterfall and lights. Jacuzzi tubs require care to keep that at their best, and that includes taking care of the water quality. Water levels must be checked regularly and treated for bacteria using a variety of chemicals available to treat the water.

There are a wide variety of options to go with your hot tub. Steps up to the edge, bars and stools, TV’s, music centers, floating bars, drink holders, pillows and toys for the kids are just a few of the fun things available. One pretty useful accessory (if the tub didn’t come with one), is a cover. Hot tub covers should always be on the Jacuzzi when not in use, keeping excess dirt and dust out of the water and jets, keep wandering children out of the water (many are lockable) and reducing heat loss to keep your bills as low as possible. So get one that has some good insulation on it.

Don’t forget that apart from the initial purchase expense, there will be monthly expenses for maintaining Jacuzzi tubs. Those expenses will be the electricity to keep the water at the right temperature, chemicals to keep the ph levels safe and water to keep it at the right level. Get all these things right and you will never regret buying a Jacuzzi tub, so seek professional help when selecting a hot tub for your home – you can often try them out at the dealers shop too.

So, there you have it. Now that you’ve been given a hint at ways to improve your well-being, the next step is up to you. Take this information and make use of it. It’s easier to do nothing, but in the end you will thank yourself for having taken action on this.

Why should you want to buy a Hot Tub Jacuzzi style Spa ?

You might consider that the answer is very simple ‘Hot Tubs are great fun and luxurious! Well everybody enjoys luxury and having fun what an enticing combination.

You can probably just see yourself as you laugh, talk and relax as you enjoy your Hot Tub Jacuzzi spa with you family and friends in your very own garden or terrace.

While this vision is very real, you may not fully appreciate that there are very considerable benefits of spa ownership that extend far beyond mere entertainment value.

With the ever increasing costs of medical care and prescription drugs, both men and women are quickly learning to recognize and benefit from the natural healing properties of spas. Spas provide important hydrotherapy as a result of the principles of buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure and water temperature.

Just think… after just one initial investment, you can reap the very many health benefits from your spa/hot tub for a lifetime – anytime you want – in the privacy and comfort of your own home. At the same time you can have fun while you’re enjoying and relaxing hydro therapy with your family and friends!

Here are some of the benefits of having a Hot Tub Jacuzzi Spa:-

Provides that much needed hydro therapy and hydro massage therapy through ever increasing and developing jet technology to soothe and ease the aches and pains of modern day life.

Helps to stimulates the release of endorphins into the blood stream thereby reducing pain and providing relaxation with a welcome lift in ones mood and feelings.

Helps to reduce and eliminate mental stress, tension, anxiety & depression all of those things that seem to go with the daily stress and strain. It produces an overall good healthy and feel good feeling that boosts ones mind and spirit at the same time.

It soothes and eases those tired, knotted and aching muscles and joints..

Helps to greatly Improve ones mobility and range of motion.

Helps to reduce arthritis & chronic pain.

Hydro Therapy with semi buoyancy reduces body pressure on the joints providing much needed solace and extra movement as simply being submerged in water will substantially reduces body weight.

This hydro therapy can help assist a speedy recovery from injuries and illness.

It goes a long way to induce a more relaxed, refreshing and deeper sleep.

The warm water helps to dilate the veins in the body which of course increases blood circulation. This dilation in the blood vessels helps to reduce blood pressure.

At the same time it helps to increase the white blood cells which increases antibodies and thus strengthens the immune systems and help fight against infection.

Now that you’ve learned the benefits of spa/hot tub ownership, get the most from your spa investment. Look for a well established manufacturer one who has been around for some decades and boasts an industry-wide reputation for long-term durability, high quality, true-depth construction, and ease of use and maintenance.

Why should you buy a Hot Tub is the sixty four million dollar question.

Hot Tubs are of course fun and luxurious and I am sure we can all see our selves enjoying a Hot Tub with our friends and family.

Many people use a Hot Tub as a focal point in their Garden or on their terrace and it is a great place to chat and enjoy the company of your friends and family. They do, of course, make a great meeting place for the growing family of all ages. While the idyllic picture that I am painting is a very real one there are of course real benefits that arise from owning a Hot Tub that go far beyond the social and entertainment side of things.

With the ever increases in daily stress levels coupled with the continual rising costs of medical care many people are quickly learning to embrace or should I say re-embrace natural healing such as Reflexology , Hydro massage and Hydrotherapy of all which can be obtained from a Hot Tub. Spas provide important hydrotherapy as a result of the principles of buoyancy, semi-buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure and that lovely warm water.

With a Hot Tub you can benefit from the very many health benefits from your spa/hot tub for a lifetime – anytime you want – in the privacy and comfort of your home and not only that but of course, you can have great fun at the same time while you’re doing it by including your family and friends!

I think it is true to say that Stress increases on a daily basis and sometimes it is difficult even just finding a parking place or catching a train. With every day stress and tension placing pressure on your muscles and tendons and at the same time putting your and mind into endless knots?

What can you do? Well it is so simple to just slip in to a warm naturally bubbling hot tub for an instant dose of respite. Well the other sixty four million dollar question is how does it provide health benefits well to put it into simple terms the warm water provides some heat which helps to dilate the blood vessels in the Human body. This will go a long way to help to reduce blood pressure.

This means that the flow of blood and with it comes oxygen and other nutrients whose flow is also increased and as a by product this helps to increase the elimination of poisons and toxins form the body.

The combination of warm water with jetted pulsating water and air jets provides a natural environment that is able to soothe the agitated mind and at the same time reduce aches and pains in the body such as stiffness in the joints and muscle soreness. Air Jets help to reduce and eliminate blue veins in the lower legs and feet by increasing the blood flow in the area which is the furthest away from the Heart.

Not surprisingly, it has been suggested that by using a Hot Tub regularly say a few hours before going to bed that this greatly enhances the quality of ones sleep. It has also been reported in a Medical Journal that soaking for say 30 minutes every day can help reduce blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.

In summary I suppose that when you take time out to use a Hot Tub you have to put everything else on hold – even if only for a short time. Hopefully you will not get interrupted by your house phone or your cell phone and you will not be sitting at a computer or have your lap top on your lap!! That way your whole mind and body can relax and whilst pleasant music is nice when using a Hot Tub television, in my view, destroys the idea of relaxation.

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What is it that makes the Best Hot Tub Jacuzzi Spa in the World ?

Well I suppose it has to have an outstanding massage system that deals with all parts of the body and I would suggest that it would cover inter-alia the following:-

* Shoulder & Neck Massage *

Here you should be looking for a contoured wrap around neck rest that has directional water Jets to allow warm water to be directed to specific areas of the neck and shoulders to relieve any tension in the neck and shoulders.

* Foot Massager *

Here one is looking for strategically placed jets that will allow a constant flow of warm water to provide an invigorating and relaxing massage to a wide area of the feet. Ideal for Athletes, Golfers and of course those who walk and hike a lot.

* Lounger seats with built in Wave Massage Systems *

The best Hot Tubs & Jacuzzi Spas in the world have wave massage systems built in which are designed to massage the fullback, shoulders, calves, thighs and feet. This type of lounger seat will have at least 50 Jets in order to provide a pulsating wave massage one to two rows at a time, stair stepping, from ones neck right down to ones toes. These loungers have programmable controls providing various massage patterns at variable speeds over one body.

* The latest in intelligent sensor technology *

Smart sensors that can monitor each other via their soft ware to be able to regulate the various spa functions such as the flow of water and temperature etc.

Providing a proper operating environment for the heater.

Multiple high specification safety systems.

Safety functions which, in total, are at all timess in action.

Reduces excessive cycling of the Spa.

Identifies restrictions in the flow of water such as a dirty or blocked filter.

Helps to reduce the build up of calcium in the heater element.

A good well made acrylic shell like produced from proper American branded Lucite Acrylic or Aristech Acrylic who make the Quarite brand both of which are top quality North American manufacturers who have been producing continuous cast acrylic for hot tub surfaces for many years.

Some extra strength for the shell can be provided by a layer of ABS with proper hand laid grassfibre to provide not only additional strength but also rigidity to the shell.

A meaningfull warranty absolutely essential on such a major purchase.

What kind of manufacturers warranty should you be looking for when you buy a Spa.

Well perhaps the largest part and very much a key part of the Hot Tub is the shell.

Here one should be looking for a warranty against water leakage caused by a defect in the material for ten years from the original date of purchase. Ten years is quite a time span and I am sure that any reputable manufacturer will provide such a warranty of this length on the shell.

Then there is the surface of the shell and this should be warranted against blistering, cracking, or delaminating for five years from the original date of purchase.

Plumbing & Pipe Work.

Then we come to the Pipe abd Plumbing work. Here again one should be looking for the spa plumbing, fittings, pipes, drains, and fixtures to be warranted against leaking due to defects in materials for five years from the original date of purchase.

Spa Equipment.

That leaves the spa equipment (heater and spa electrical equipment) and here I would expect a warranty against defects in the material for three years from the original date of purchase.

Of course this is only, the tip of the iceberg, just some of the ideas,technology and options that are available today in the market place for Hot Tub and Jacuzzi style Spas.

If you are looking for a spa and this kind of technology is not available then you are probably looking at a cheap eastern import often badged or even presented as British or German made but it is not so. As they say Caveat Emptor Buyer Beware.

As always my best advice remains that one should, only buy a product that comes from an American or Western, internationally recognized, producer of Hot Tubs.

Then there is every chance that the product will last and last and provide many years of faultless service.

The reasoning is indeed very simple the internationally recognized producer backs his products with a real guarantee, so if there is a fault it does fall back on the manufacturer and not on the consumer.

The reason why they can provide these guarantees is that they have had many decades of experience and therefore they build them with the proper quality parts and components so ensuring that is will not fail. It is for that simple reason and that reason alone that they are then prepared to provide a long life guarantee.

Hot tub and Jacuzzi are mutually interchangeable words and a Jacuzzi hot tub uses jets of forced air to produce current and bubbles to produce therapeutic effects and for pleasurable purposes. In fact, Jacuzzi is a brand name and refers to the hot tubs manufactured by the Jacuzzi Company.

It is a general opinion that Jacuzzi hot tubs are pieces of luxury that are placed in the centre of the garden or in a terrace. But, since the stress in every one’s life is increasing day be day and the medical costs are soaring, to counter these problems, the trend to turn to natural healing methods like hydro therapy and hydro massage is on the increase.

Hydrotherapy can be obtained from a Jacuzzi hot tub as a result of the principles of buoyancy, semi buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure and warm water. A Jacuzzi hot tub offers the benefit of a visit to a spa right from the comfort of home and at any time desired and family and friends can also benefit through a Jacuzzi hot tub.

When a person soaks in warm water for quite some time, it is evident that the blood vessels dilate and the flow of blood, oxygen and other nutrients in the body, are increased turn helping to eliminate the unwanted toxins from the body. When the warm water and jetted pulsating water combine together, it gives natural remedy to the agitated mind and reduces aches and pains in the body, like stiffness in the joints and muscle soreness.

The jets also reduce and eliminate the blue veins in the legs and feet .This is possible because the blood flow in these areas is increased due to the action of jets. When a person soaks in a Jacuzzi hot tub for thirty minutes before going to bed, it is sure to enhance the quality of sleep.

Jacuzzi hot tub exploits the natural benefits of water like buoyancy and semi buoyancy effects of water. Experience shows that using a Jacuzzi hot tub regularly, helps in losing the unwanted weight in a person. Jacuzzi hot tub helps to relieve the tension in the neck and shoulders.

Many Jacuzzi hot tubs have foot jets to provide special massage treatment for feet which is especially useful for golfers and hence also called a “Golfer’s spa”. A Jacuzzi hot tub is a good respite to relieve the pain and hassles of a long drive and instantly relieves the pain to offer comfort.

Since the Jacuzzi hot tub is fitted with filters, the water in the hot tub is always kept crystal clear and the insulated cover and heater keep the warmth, always. If ozone is used to clean the Jacuzzi hot tub, the amount of other chemicals used is reduced to a great extent and it would suffice to monitor the chemical balance on regular basis by using testing strips.

When a good quality Jacuzzi hot tub is purchased, it ensures a touch of class and convenience combined with relaxation and relief from stress.

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Gala Tents are used as swimming pool enclosure covers, and also Jacuzzi and Hot Tubs. www.galatent.co.uk

Why should you buy a Hot Tub is the sixty four million dollar question.

Hot Tubs are of course fun and luxurious and I am sure we can all see our selves enjoying a Hot Tub with our friends and family.

Many people use a Hot Tub as a focal point in their Garden or on their terrace and it is a great place to chat and enjoy the company of your friends and family. They do, of course, make a great meeting place for the growing family of all ages. While the idyllic picture that I am painting is a very real one there are of course real benefits that arise from owning a Hot Tub that go far beyond the social and entertainment side of things.

With the ever increases in daily stress levels coupled with the continual rising costs of medical care many people are quickly learning to embrace or should I say re-embrace natural healing such as Reflexology , Hydro massage and Hydrotherapy of all which can be obtained from a Hot Tub. Spas provide important hydrotherapy as a result of the principles of buoyancy, semi-buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure and that lovely warm water.

With a Hot Tub you can benefit from the very many health benefits from your spa/hot tub for a lifetime – anytime you want – in the privacy and comfort of your home and not only that but of course, you can have great fun at the same time while you’re doing it by including your family and friends!

I think it is true to say that Stress increases on a daily basis and sometimes it is difficult even just finding a parking place or catching a train. With every day stress and tension placing pressure on your muscles and tendons and at the same time putting your and mind into endless knots?

What can you do? Well it is so simple to just slip in to a warm naturally bubbling hot tub for an instant dose of respite. Well the other sixty four million dollar question is how does it provide health benefits well to put it into simple terms the warm water provides some heat which helps to dilate the blood vessels in the Human body. This will go a long way to help to reduce blood pressure.

This means that the flow of blood and with it comes oxygen and other nutrients whose flow is also increased and as a by product this helps to increase the elimination of poisons and toxins form the body.

The combination of warm water with jetted pulsating water and air jets provides a natural environment that is able to soothe the agitated mind and at the same time reduce aches and pains in the body such as stiffness in the joints and muscle soreness. Air Jets help to reduce and eliminate blue veins in the lower legs and feet by increasing the blood flow in the area which is the furthest away from the Heart.

Not surprisingly, it has been suggested that by using a Hot Tub regularly say a few hours before going to bed that this greatly enhances the quality of ones sleep. It has also been reported in a Medical Journal that soaking for say 30 minutes every day can help reduce blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.

In summary I suppose that when you take time out to use a Hot Tub you have to put everything else on hold – even if only for a short time. Hopefully you will not get interrupted by your house phone or your cell phone and you will not be sitting at a computer or have your lap top on your lap!! That way your whole mind and body can relax and whilst pleasant music is nice when using a Hot Tub television, in my view, destroys the idea of relaxation.