Christina Mantoura, Author at The Hot Tub and Swim Spa Company

Hot Tub Aromatherapy Increases Relaxation

Posted on 22 March 2016 - 00:00 by Christina Mantoura

Many people use hot tubs to relax. Aromatherapy is a great way to enhance your experience. Aromatherapy uses oil from certain plants to help enhance your relaxation through smell. You can set up a hot tub aromatherapy regime that you can use on a regular basis that is going to bring you many different experiences. Depending on the type of oil that you choose, it will dictate what kind of a sensation you are going to experience.

If you’ve had one of those days where you’re really feeling down for a variety of reasons, turn to the lavender oil. This is an oil that has often been recognized for making one feel happier. There are various selections of lavender oil that you can choose and some are stronger than others.

If you find that you are just totally worn out and you need a real energy boost, the oils that you want to choose are rosemary or peppermint. You can either use these separately or combine the two oils. Both of these oils have been recognized for their ability to enhance memory and concentration and allow one to focus. These oils possess many cognitive benefits. When they are classed as energy boosters, they help boost circulation when combined with the action of the hot tub.

If you are feeling anxious or a little hyper and would like to just take some time to calm down, you can go for the more citrus type oils, such as lemon balm, mandarin, bitter orange, or even the orange blossom oils. Another favorite of many is the chamomile oil. All of these oils help relax the muscles.

Aside from the therapeutic benefits that these oils and many others bring, many of them are also wonderful for leaving the skin soft and moisturized. As you can see by choosing the right oils for your hot tub, you are going to get many additional benefits that really enhance the pleasure that the hot tub is going to bring you.

While these are just a few of the most common types of oils to be used in your hot tub, you want to make sure that you use them according to the hot tub manufacturer’s directions. A little bit of these oils goes a long way when it comes to their scent and you don’t want them to be overpowering.

Enhancing Your Hot Tub Ambience

Posted on 18 March 2016 - 00:00 by Christina Mantoura

Once you’ve had your hot tub installed, you are going to find that you are going to be spending many hours enjoying it. You can really step it up a notch with some of the accessories that make this experience even more enjoyable.

Many times people like to use their hot tubs late in the evening after a hard day’s work and they just want to relax. By having some wonderful lighting added to your hot tub it will enhance your relaxation and the ambience of your surroundings.

Depending on the make and model of hot tub, you may be able to take advantage of an upgrade to LED lighting that illuminates off of the top mounted control valves. With this type of lighting, which is called the Northern lights, you can either enjoy a selection of colors or set it to one color of your preference. Added to this lighting is another selection of LED lights that will illuminate the waterfall jets, creating a beautiful lighting atmosphere. This type of lighting is available for the self-cleaning and Serenity hot tubs provided by Hydropool.

Something else that really helps to create a nice ambience is when you light up the garden area that is surrounding your hot tub. Again, if you are purchasing one of the self-cleaning and Serenity hot tubs, you can take advantage of the deluxe LED and garden affects lighting. This is a lighting package that can be utilized around the perimeter of your hot tub, lighting up your garden decor.

Having soothing sounds or music to listen to while relaxing in your hot tub is also really beneficial to helping you unwind. You can do this with various sound systems that can either be built in to your hot tub or used separately, depending on the brand that you are buying. You are going to find that once you have started to enjoy your hot tub and are spending a lot of time using it, you are really going to want to focus on enhancing the area where it is located.

You will find that, not only are you using the spa for yourself and your family, but you are also using it to entertain. In this case, you are going to want to look at what is available to you by way of the various styles of cabinets for your hot tub, as well as easy access to your hot tub with steps.

There are many smaller accessories that you can get to add to your enjoyment, such as a mini bar that can clip onto the side of your hot tub. For extra relaxation, you can even use aromatherapy oils.

One thing is for sure, you are going to want to make the most of your hot tub. With these accessories, you are going to find that it is an investment that truly enhances your hot tub experience.

Using the Swim Spa to Keep the Family Active

Posted on 16 March 2016 - 00:00 by Christina Mantoura

One of the greatest benefits of having a swim spa is that it is an ideal spa for the entire family. Many of those with young children find it most difficult to keep the kids entertained at home in a healthy manner. It is not hard to get them to a play video games or watch TV, but it can be a little more difficult to get them outdoors. Once you have a swim spa to entice them, it becomes much easier.

As soon as the swim spa is installed, it won’t take much convincing to get the kids out to enjoy it. Like anything, however, the novelty may begin to wear off and this is where you want to encourage the kids to utilize the swim spa for more than just a form of water play. You can encourage them to use all of the exercise features that come with the swim spa. You can also illustrate how this type of exercise is going to keep their body healthy. For the young ladies, they will want to focus on maintaining a slim appearance, while the young fellows will be keen on building their physique.

When it comes to the teens that are athletic minded, the swim spa is perfect for swim training. For those that are not into any form of exercise, they can certainly be encouraged to utilize the other benefits of the swim spa, such as the hot tub features.

For the adults of the family, taking the time to use the swim spa on a daily basis is going to help to increase their energy level and reduce their levels of stress. They will also find that this is going to offer them a great form of exercise that they have not been able to find time for in the past. Being able to quickly utilize a swim spa in the home is far easier than having to travel to a gym or to utilize a public pool.

Another way of getting all of the family members to utilize the swim spa is by encouraging them to use it socially. There is no doubt the kids would love to have a swim spa party and the adults would definitely enjoy having a hot tub party when their friends come over for the evening.

The seniors should not be left out of the many benefits that that the swim spa is able to afford as well. They can use the spa for simple exercise as well as take advantage of the soothing circulating water to help increase their circulation and deal with some of their joint stiffness and pain.

A swim spa is certainly something that can be well utilized by every member of the family and put to good use year round.

Understanding Hot Tub Chemistry

Posted on 11 March 2016 - 00:00 by Christina Mantoura

Owning a hot tub is a lot of fun for the entire family and when you buy a good quality hot tub, you will find that there is very little maintenance that is required. However, you do want to take the few steps that are necessary to keep your hot tub pristine and fully optimized. There are a few chemicals that you may want to use in order to be able to achieve this.

One of the priorities is to keep your hot tub sanitized. Sanitizing your hot tub means killing the bacteria and any potential viruses that may be present, as well as preventing the growth of algae. There are some common products that can be used to assist you with this.

Chlorine

This is something that many people are familiar with as it is used commonly in swimming pools. It can be used in hot tubs as well, but it is important that you buy good quality chlorine and you also follow the manufacturer’s directions for using chemicals in your hot tub. You will find that it comes in many different forms, such as tablets or granules that dissolve as soon as they have been added to the water. These are the best types to use for hot tubs and you really want to keep your chlorine levels between 3 to 5 MG/L.

Bromine

This is a mixture of chlorine and sodium bromide. Bromide is also another product that works very well as a sanitizer and has been approved for hot tubs. One of the advantages of using bromine is that it does not have the strong odor to it that chlorine does. You will want to follow your hot tub manufacturer’s directions regarding the ideal level of bromine for your hot tub, but it is usually between 3 to 6 MG/L.

Shockers and oxidizers

Following the proper maintenance program to sanitize your hot tub is going to mean that you are going to very rarely have any issues with the water that it contains. On occasion, you may need to shock the water if the hot tub is being used on a consistent basis by many people. When you shock the hot tub it helps to get rid of any odors that may be forming and any organic material that has not been removed by your sanitizing system. Individuals that use the hot tub often have body oils on them and perspiration or cosmetics which often end up in the water of the hot tub. When you shock the hot tub it helps to get rid of all of these substances. There are several different products on the market that will do this job for you. Most likely, your provider of your hot tub carries a selection of hot tub products that you can rely on.

Alkaline

You want to know the level of alkaline in the water as this is the buffer regarding changes in pH. You want to make sure that you test regularly for the total alkalinity level, which should be between 125 â€“ 150 MG/L. If you don’t stay on top of this and you allow it to drop lower than these measurements, you can end up with some corrosion of your hot tub equipment. If it gets too high, the clarity of the water is affected.

PH level

Measuring the pH level is going to tell you what the level of acidity or alkalinity is of your hot tub water. 0 to 6 indicates that the water is acetic and seven is neutral, while anything between 7 to 14 is standard. There are handy test strips that you can use for testing this.

Calcium

You will have to constantly be adding fresh water to your hot tub as it dissipates through use and evaporation. Each time you are adding water, you are going to want to check calcium levels. This is going to depend on the type of water that you’re using as tap water in some areas can be soft, while in other areas it can be harder, which means it has a higher level of calcium. It is suggested that the calcium level of the hot tub should be capped between 100 to 200 MG/L. Calcium levels that are too low will lead to equipment corrosion. If the calcium is too high the water may look milky or cloudy.

As you can see, it takes very few chemicals to keep your hot tub working at its best and it is well worth the few minutes of effort and investment that it takes to maintain it properly.

A Pool or a Swim Spa?

Posted on 7 March 2016 - 00:00 by Christina Mantoura

Deciding to add a swim spa or swimming pool to your home is going to be an exciting experience for you and you will now have to make the decision as to which one will it be.

Sometimes, people that are not familiar with the swim spa believe that they are relatively the same as a swimming pool. There are some major differences with the swim spa and many individuals love the extra features and advantages that come with a swim spa.

While a swimming pool certainly does give you a chance to be active and enjoy the water, for those that are really serious about their aquatic exercise, a swim spa really is ideal.

A swim spa can really fit in nicely with the fitness regime. Itâ€™s ideal for both general use to remain healthy and fit, as well as athletic level training where you are building the skills for the various sports that you are involved in.

The swim spa is also ideal for relaxation, while being easy to maintain at a constant temperature, so it is ready to use at any time day or night.

Many homeowners are now finding that the swim spa fits in with their family when the kids are still young and even as the mature and become teens and young adults. One of the greatest advantages is that once the kids have left the nest, the swim spa is still perfect for you to enjoy on your own. You will find that it is even beneficial when you enter your senior years as you can use the hot tub features that come with the swim spa to their greatest advantage.

Another reason many are opting for the swim spa as opposed to the swimming pool is because of the size that it takes up. A swimming pool takes up a great deal more space than a swim spa, so there may not be as many options when it comes to choosing the ideal location for the swimming pool as there is for the swim spa.

There is also the option for those that have the extra indoor space to have a swim spa installed indoors much easier than it would be for a swimming pool. The majority of individuals that have made their final decision to purchase a swim spa in place of a swimming pool have never regretted this decision. It is something that is there for them to enjoy for a lifetime provided they have invested in a quality brand.

How Can a Swim Spa Help with Family Time?

Posted on 3 March 2016 - 00:00 by Christina Mantoura

There are so many great reasons for purchasing a swim spa and one that is often forgotten is that it can be a great resource for bringing the family together.

Many parents find that their kids are really wrapped up in video games and TV shows, while finding it difficult to get them to go outside and enjoy other forms of entertainment. There are many kids that are not into sports and having a swim spa is an ideal way of encouraging them to become far more active. For brothers and sisters that may not normally hang out together, having a swim spa to enjoy collectively with their friends is a great way of creating a stronger bond between them.

When kids reach a certain age, they no longer want to hang out with the parents and the relationship between parents and kids can certainly drift apart. Again, a swim spa can be instrumental in creating some great family fun. All family members enjoy it and at the same time, spend more time together.

The family fun can be extended out to other family members by inviting them over for pool parties. This encourages the kids to hang out with their cousins and other family members where they may not normally get the opportunity to do so. Having the swim spa to enjoy hours of fun, as well as interacting with parents makes this an ideal resource for building good family fun.

One of the great things about a swim spa is that it is ideal for any age or gender. Even the seniors in the family can enjoy some great relaxation from the water, which is really beneficial to helping them with tight and sore muscles that often come with aging.

The swim spa is even great for couples that have no children. Most often when both members are busy with their careers, they don’t get to spend a great deal of time socializing together. Having a swim spa allows them to enjoy relaxing, fun time together.

Can Saunas Benefit Seniors?

Posted on 23 February 2016 - 00:00 by Christina Mantoura

At times, seniors don’t get the opportunity to use a lot of the resources that may help them with their overall well-being. A good example of this is a sauna. There are many individuals that have used saunas for many years and continue to do so even through their senior years. With the modern technology that has been built into the saunas of today, it opens up the doors for many other choices when it comes to the type of heat that one may experience in the sauna. This creates better options for the seniors.

In general, as seniors age, they develop more health problems. The most common ones are problems with their joints and arthritis. Added to this, some may begin to experience different forms of heart failure. In the past, it has always been stipulated that individuals with chronic heart failure should refrain from sauna bathing. There is new research that is showing that sauna bathing may be quite beneficial for the individual with chronic heart failure, which is common amongst seniors.

Of course, every senior should check with their health care provider when they are going to do something new, such as using a sauna. Once the senior gets the go ahead to be able to use a sauna, they often find that they receive a great deal of pain relief from their stiff joints and arthritis. Many find that it is not only relaxing for them, but revitalizing as well.

Some individuals are turning to the infrared saunas. They are finding that it is a great method to increase the blood circulation and help to purify the skin. Another great advantage of the sauna for seniors is that it is an affordable solution that doesn’t take up a lot of space. Many seniors have downsized their home and may feel that they may not have a room for a sauna. However, with the choices available today, it is easy to find one that is appropriate for their living space.

Choosing the Ultimate Location for Your Sauna

Posted on 23 February 2016 - 00:00 by Christina Mantoura

When it comes to choosing a sauna, you have some exciting choices ahead of you. You can choose an indoor, outdoor or even a portable sauna. They are available in many different shapes and sizes and each come with their own unique features. The great thing about saunas is that they are compact and will fit into many different locations that may be considered as being quite small. This means that you may have several choices for where you want your sauna installed.

If you are looking at an indoor location for your sauna, one of the ideal places for this would be beside the bathroom. One of the reasons for doing this is that it is easy to make use of the plumbing and drainage that currently exists. It also makes it most convenient to be able to leave the sauna and go directly to the shower, which is recommended after a sauna session.

It’s not always possible or practical to have the sauna installed next to the bathroom, so the next best option may be the basement. It really isn’t difficult to develop an area of space in the basement to house the sauna. Many find that once they do this, they extend this living space. Additionally, the sauna makes the space a great place to have social gatherings and enjoy having friends and family over.

There are those that simply don’t want to have the sauna indoors for a variety of reasons. There are some that want to enhance their outdoor living space and extend its enjoyment by having an outdoor sauna installed. The sauna can be put close to the outdoor swimming pool or swim spa. A quality outdoor sauna will bring no challenges when it comes to the weather conditions as this can be used all year round.

Once the decision is made to purchase a sauna, there should be very little difficulty in finding the best space for it. One can begin by taking a look at the different styles and models of saunas to help them make their decision for installation.

Using a Swim Spa to Increase Your Business

Posted on 19 February 2016 - 00:00 by Christina Mantoura

Most businesses are open to any venue that will help them to increase their sales and profits. Some businesses are now taking a close look at how a swim spa may be able to help them achieve this.

Many hotels and motels do not include this amenity because in the past they have had to rely on swimming pools that they simply did not have the room for or the staff to keep up with the maintenance. With the technology that a swim spa is comprised of it reduces these problems dramatically. Businesses now have the opportunity to utilize a swim spa because of the limited amount of space that is required. The swim spa also accommodates more people than a hot tub, while fitting into the exercise regime. The swim spa can even be used as an enticement for clients to come and stay at these locations.

There is a lot of competition amongst bed and breakfasts and having a swim spa as an extra addition to entice visitors to stay can be a potential money maker. Many times in this type of setting the activities are limited for the guests, but being able to make use of a swim spa is an added bonus.

For those that are in the beauty business, being able to offer a swim spa for use to their clients is really an exceptional feature. It helps to scale up the number of services that they can provide. In many cases, the swim spa is so compact that it can be easily sheltered with an enclosure that is affordable and extends the use of the swim spa all year round.

The swim spa can be used by any family member and this is what makes it such a viable solution for many different types of businesses. It can be used for relaxation and for socializing, as a well as meets the needs for the avid exerciser.

Taking a close look at what a swim spa can do for your business might be well worth your efforts and will give you the chance to determine whether this is something that could be added to your service offering.

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