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Woman in hot tub
January 12, 2023 Tutorials / Uncategorized / Water Balance

The Why’s and How’s of Hot Tub Ozonators

Ozone is a fantastic oxidizer of comtaminants in your water. Let’s talk about why your tub needs ozone without getting too sciencey.

Hot tub with question marks around it
May 6, 2022 DIY / Health Concerns / Hot Tub Help / Hot Tub Improvement / Hydrotherapy / Products / Trouble Shooting / Uncategorized / Water Balance

The 5 Most Commonly Asked Hot Tub Questions Answered!

You have questions about hot tubs. We have answers. Lets look at the 5 most common questions.

rubber duck happily floating in spa
February 19, 2022 Hot Tub Help / Trouble Shooting / Tutorials / Water Balance

How to Lower Chlorine Levels In Your Hot Tub

Too much chlorine in your spa? It’s easy to get out with these tips.

burned out spa controller in old spa
January 21, 2022 DIY / Hot Tub Help / Hot Tub Improvement / Trouble Shooting / Tutorials

Spa Control System Replacement

Are you struggling with your hot tub’s expensive and hard to find circuit board or topside controller? Instead of hauling your old spa off to the dump, consider installing an entirely new control system!

before / after
October 17, 2014 DIY / Patio Decor / Tutorials

How to Easily Recover your Outdoor Furniture Cushions

Incorporating furniture into your outdoor living space is a wonderful way to create a warm and inviting area to enjoy

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weather beaten hot tub cabinet
September 4, 2014 Decor/Decorating / DIY / Hot Tub Help / Hot Tub Improvement / Landscaping / Patio Crafts / Patio Decor / Seasonal Maintenance / Tutorials

Hot Tub DIY: Painting Your Wooden Hot Tub Cabinet!

Has sun, weather & time turned your once beautiful wooden hot tub cabinet into an embarrassing eyesore? Fret not, I’ll

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Potted cacti
June 25, 2014 Decor/Decorating / DIY / Entertaining / Hot Tub Improvement / Landscaping / Patio Crafts / Patio Decor / Tutorials

Decorating Your Hot Tub Space: Painted Terra Cotta Pots DIY

Adding a personalized touch to your patio can be a great way to make your spa area even more enjoyable.

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Staining hot tub cabinet
April 23, 2014 Decor/Decorating / DIY / Hot Tub Help / Hot Tub Improvement / Landscaping / Patio Decor / Seasonal Maintenance / Tutorials

Restoring Wooden Hot Tub Cabinets & Furniture

Rain, sun, snow and normal wear and tear can cause your wooden hot tub cabinet and outdoor furniture to become

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Read your manual
February 13, 2014 DIY / Hot Tub Help / Hot Tub Improvement / Seasonal Maintenance / Trouble Shooting / Water Balance

Hot Tub Setup – A Start-up Guide for New Spa Owners

The ULTIMATE Hot Tub Set Up Guide for new spa owners!

Supplies storage ideas
January 29, 2014 Decor/Decorating / DIY / Hot Tub Improvement / Patio Decor / Tutorials / Water Balance

How to Properly Store Hot Tub Chemicals + 4 Nifty Organization Ideas!

Test strips and spa chemicals are sensitive to moisture and extreme temperatures. Storing your hot tub chemicals and supplies in

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Valentines hot tub
January 25, 2014 Aromatherapy / Entertaining / Holidays & Events / Party Ideas / Tutorials / Wellness

Create a Romantic Valentine’s Day At Home

Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to show your special someone how much you care. While thousands of people purchase

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Cloudy water
October 25, 2013 DIY / Hot Tub Help / Hot Tub Improvement / Trouble Shooting / Tutorials / Water Balance

How to Fix & Prevent Cloudy Hot Tub Water

Having hazy or murky water is a common hot tub issue. Luckily, preventing it is easy.

Hot tub decorated for fall
October 2, 2013 Decor/Decorating / DIY / Hot Tub Improvement / Landscaping / Patio Crafts / Patio Decor

5 Great Fall Patio Decorating Ideas!

Most people would agree that fall is one of the best times to enjoy your hot tub. As the weather

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Cocktails
May 23, 2013 Entertaining / Food & Drink Recipes / Party Ideas / Recipes / Tutorials

Top 6 Summer Cocktails & Recipes

Whether you enjoy cocktails or mocktails, fresh ingredients like mint, cucumber, citrus and berries muddled with juice and ice are

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Hot tub patio
April 29, 2013 Decor/Decorating / DIY / Hot Tub Improvement / Patio Crafts / Patio Decor / Products / Tutorials

Spring Patio Decorating Ideas

Spring has finally arrived. The supermarkets & garden centers are stocked with colorful flowers, and the time to get your

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