Steam Rooms faq

The hot water will cause sweating which of course is less noticeable when under the water. Therefore you should always stay hydrated in a hot tub to avoid dehydration that can lead to headaches.

Thorough filter cleaning is one of the most important steps in spa water care. This is where all of the dirt, grease and bacteria build up. Our recommendation is to use Lotus Fresh filter cleaner to degrease and push dirt and collected particles out of the filter...

The temperature of a hot tub is personal preference but typically the hotter the hot tub the shorter the bathing session. Typically a hot tub is run at 37-38 degrees C but most spas will allow you to set the control panel up to 40C for a really hot experience.

We always recommend keeping your hot tub on all of the time to ensure the water is circulating and filtering. This should also help to prevent any freezing in winter months that may otherwise damage equipment. If you go on holiday simply treat the water according to...

Ensuring you have a good quality and undamaged hot tub cover is probably the best thing you can do to run a hot tub economically. As another suggestion, see if you have a low-cost energy rate to heat the spa in off-peak times.

The acrylic surface of a hot tub can be cleaned with a non-abrasive surface cleaner and damp cloth but the main thing to consider with hot tub cleanliness is bacteria housing biofilm that is often firmly rooted in pipework and hidden from view. Water care systems such...

The heating time of a hot tub will depend on the desired temperature, the starting temperature, water volume and energy source (usually a 3kW heater). Assuming a good quality hot tub cover is in place a hot tub will usually get to any desired temperature in 12-18 hours.

All good quality hot tubs should have a hose adaptor and valve either inside or outside the spa cabinet panel so that a regular garden hose can be attached with the other end down a suitable drain. Simply open the tap and leave to drain (don't forget to close the tap...

If you are treating the hot tub water with chlorine, you should request a care guide from your chemical retailer. The dosing rate will always be shown on the chlorine container and the water capacity of your hot tub can be found in your hot tub owners manual. This...

There is nothing to stop babies from using a hot tub though hot tub seating is almost always designed exclusively to older bathers. If you want to introduce your baby to water, try cooling the hot tub and purchase a floating seat and ensure the baby is held on to and...

Whilst we would always advocate taking a doctor's advice before trying any new activities when pregnant, we know our hot tubs are enjoyed by many pregnant ladies as the buoyancy from the water relieves joint stress and the jets release muscle tension. Just remember to...