Hot Tub Blog

As Plug & Play hot tubs become even more popular, we add two fantastic new spas to our collection. Find out more about them in the article.

The Balboa Worldwide App (bwa™), is an app for your smart device (Android™ or iPhone®) that allows you to access your hot tub via a direct  connection anywhere in the local proximity of your tub, anywhere in your house that you can connect to your local WiFi network, or anywhere in the world you have an internet connection to your smart device via 3G, 4G, or WiFi hot spots.

If you're thinking of buying a hot tub during COVID-19 or during lockdown, it's very easy to get fooled or stung. There's lots of things to consider and look at, so we've put together this handy guide to help you out. 

Something that often comes up when our team are chatting to friends and family about hot tubs is… why should I get one? Our responses are always pretty much the same, so it made sense to write about our thoughts here.

Keep your hot tub running costs low with this handy 8-step guide.

Owning a hot tub or garden spa is something which requires a lot of free time, something which a lot of potential buyers overlook before purchasing one of their own.

It's exciting getting a hot tub. You've chosen the best one for you, installed it in the perfect location and you're now ready to jump in and enjoy the beautiful hydrotherapy experience. But there's one thing still to consider: water chemistry. 

It's easy to take care of your hot tub, with minimal fuss and effort your spa can stay clean and shiny forever. 

Are you starting to see horrible, oily scum lines around the shell of your hot tub? Don't worry - in this article we'll explain the causes for this annoying problem.

Winter is very much here to stay, and things could get colder over the next couple of months. For many people, this is the perfect time to own a hot tub. Getting home after a long day when it’s cold outside and sinking into that gorgeous hot water and bubbles is one of the great pleasures of spa ownership. For others, however, winter is a time to stop using the tub until things warm up again.

Here’s some key decisions that you need to make.

Are your chlorine or bromine levels out of control in your hot tub? Did you add too much sanitizer to your water? Read on for help.

Just moved into your new home and you've inherited a hot tub? Or have you just purchased a hot tub for your garden? Either way, this essential guide will tell you everything you need to know about hot tub ownership.

There is nothing quite as horrible as stepping into a hot tub and then noticing there is a rather disgusting looking ring around the water’s edge. But what causes it?

The ultimate guide to getting your hot tub ready for the winter months, to protect your hot tub and save you money!

If you like the idea of owning a hot tub but you aren't sure whether you can justify spending the money, take a look at these top 14 ownership benefits.

So the big question is: What’s the difference? Well a 13amp plug and play spa is limited on the power it can pull at one time (limited 13amp). In other words, this means the most you can expect is a single pump hot tub with maybe a blower.

When it comes to buying a hot tub, eBay is a Russian roulette. If you are a first time buyer this is not something we recommend you should do. Most first time buyers don’t do their research and end up buying out of impulse, attracted by the flashing lights and the likes of having a mp3/ iPhone jack to play music.

When you're staying in a hotel, you want luxury. A hot tub is the perfect accompaniment to any holdiday. Here's our ten favourites around the world.

While it is common knowledge that a nice long soak in a hot tub can do wonders for sore muscles, joints and other athletic related injuries, there are many other conditions that people can suffer that a hot tub can help treat.

Hot tubs are fantastic investments for the whole family to enjoy. However, it may surprise you how diverse they can be. So, before you rush into buying a new hot tub, here are some key things to consider.

At the time of writing, it's very very cold across the UK. But people still want to be able to use their hot tubs, and rightly so. Here's our top guide to using your hot tub in the winter.

If you’re thinking about buying a used hot tub spa there are few elements to consider before you part with your money.

We already know there are some serious medical benefits to your overall physical health - but what about the health benefits that you can't see... but can really feel? Let's explore a bit more about how regular use of a hot tub can really have some positive implications for your mental health and wellbeing.

Helping to answer key questions about hot tub ownership and usage during the coronavirus pandemic in the UK.

Discover 10 hot tubs that stand out from the rest. Unique designs, features & styles explored by H2O Hot Tubs to inspire your perfect spa choice.

If you own a hot tub you may have wondered to yourself: how on earth is this giant thing made? Well, we thought we'd show you the process. 

If you're looking for an unusual way to relieve the stresses and strains of every day life then we strongly recommend you go to Japan and visit the Yunessun Spa Resort, where you can swim in wine. 

We find out if a hot tub can really help your body to cleanse and detox ready for looking fantastic in time for summer.

We round up a collection of the ten best views from hot tubs around the world.

We are often being asked whether or not it's safe for children to get in the hot tub, and if there are any precautions to take. There are, so read on...

What's the best hot tub temperature? It's a question taht we get asked a lot, so we thought that we'd try and clarify a few things for people.

We're always getting asked what it costs to run a hot tub. In fact, hot tub running costs are one of the main factors that people consider when deciding whether to purchase a hot tub or not. This article should give you a better idea of overall running costs and how to be the most efficient. 

When one develops a cold, along with it comes several unpleasant symptoms. There is the stuffed up nose, the runny eyes, and sometimes a fever and a cough. In addition to this, it's not uncommon for people to become dehydrated while they're fighting off their cold.

<p>Want a hot tub, but got a small garden? We get this all the time. But fear not, we can help. Check out these handy tips to making the most of your small garden space.</p>

Thinking of getting a hot tub? Not sure what to look for? It's a big wide world of spas... so we want to make the decision easier for you!

Here's a quick visual guide to all the bits inside a hot tub. Understand what all those parts mean and what they do.

Installing a hot tub in your home is a great way to bring family and friends together and what’s more, because a hot tub can be used all year round, you will get hours of pleasure from relaxing in the warm, bubbly water.

Owning a hot tub opens up a whole new world of relaxation, no matter the time, no matter the weather you can head outdoors and relax in the soothing bubbly water.

While it is common knowledge that a nice long soak in a hot tub can do wonders for sore muscles, joints and other athletic related injuries, there are many other conditions that people can suffer that a hot tub can help treat.

Whether you are male or female, single or married, young or old, we all as human beings have a basic need for human contact and intimacy. We thrive on touch and connection with another. This closeness often arises when we take a break from distraction and relax together - a perfect set-up for a hot and steamy date night in your hot tub or spa! The simple act of enjoying each other’s company in a soothing environment can easily spell romance.

Taking proper care of your hot tub is important not only to ensure that your water is clean, clear and ready for use, but it can also extend the life of your hot tub allowing you to get many more years of enjoyment from it before it must be retired and replaced with a new one. Fortunately, it is quite easy to care for a hot tub, but you do need to devote the time to cleaning your hot tub if you want it to last.

No one wants to soak in a dirty hot tub. If your water is cloudy, or isn’t smelling fresh despite your efforts to keep it clean, it could be time to give it a good shock.