Choosing a hot tub: principle of operation, functions, installation. Hot tub selection

The hot tub is gradually moving out of the high-end sanitary ware segment. Today you can buy a quality acrylic bathtub with hydromassage at an affordable price. Trading House "Stroitel" offers hydromassage baths "Triton" in Kaliningrad. Bathtubs are made in Russia, the prices are reasonable, and the quality and equipment are not inferior to foreign analogues. Warranty period of operation of bathtubs "Triton" - 10 years. you will find dozens of models different sizes and volume: rectangular baths, corner baths, asymmetric baths. Production time hot tub is 2-3 weeks. Many models are presented in the trading floor of our store. From the article you will learn how to choose the right hot tub, how to properly care for the bath, what to look for Special attention when buying a hydromassage system.

How to choose the size and volume of the hot tub?

The bathroom is, first of all, a place of rest, where everything should be as comfortable as possible. Before you buy an acrylic hot tub, find out exact dimensions your bathroom. Most models of acrylic bathtubs "Triton" are suitable for placement in modern apartments, so it will not be difficult for you to remove the annoying old bath and choose a new bath. But not everything is so simple! A standard rectangular bath measuring 170x70 cm is great for daily hygiene procedures, but it will be difficult for an average-sized adult to relax in it. When it comes to buying a whirlpool tub, the size of the tub is crucial - more bath, the more pleasant and useful the moments of its use will be. If the area of the room does not allow you to install a comfortable size bath, buying a hot tub will turn into a waste of money. We recommend that you do a "fitting". Come to our stores and choose the most convenient model for you.

For small bathrooms, we advise you to pay attention to deep asymmetrical models with an anatomical bed - a person in such a bath is reclining, his body is hidden in the water, his head and hands are conveniently located on the headrest and armrests, the wide sides of the bath allow you to place bath accessories.

If you have installed autonomous system heating water, then when choosing a hot tub, you should correlate the volume of the bath with the volume of the boiler installed in the house - the recommended volume of the water heater is 2/3 of the volume of the bath (that is, 67-72 liters of water in the tank should fall on 100 liters of bath volume).

Which hydromassage system to choose?

Acrylic bath "Triton" can be equipped with a system of hydromassage, back massage, air massage, combined system, chromotherapy.

Hydromassage is carried out by a stream of water, which is driven by a special centrifugal pump through the piping system and is ejected through the hydromassage jets and spinal massage jets. The nozzle is designed in such a way that when the water jet leaves it, it captures air and a mixture of water and air is ejected from the nozzle, thereby increasing the area of the jet. It turns out that such a mixed system contains the advantages of two types of massage at once - water and air. It is she who is now the most popular and receives best reviews from our buyers.

Air massage performed by air bubbles rising from the bottom of the bath. Air is forced into the system by an air compressor. Air massage has a more relaxing than therapeutic effect on the human body.

The combination of water and air massage normalizes blood circulation, stimulates the immune system of the body, improves the supply of oxygen to the body.

chromotherapy, or phototherapy, is based on the mechanism of the therapeutic effect of colors through the eyes and skin of a person. As practice shows, the greatest effect of chromotherapy is achieved when combined with hydromassage procedures. The company "Triton" offers LED chromotherapy of four colors that have the most beneficial properties for the human body: yellow, green, blue and red.

If you have weak pressure water in the tap, is it worth buying a hot tub?

Unlike hydromassage showers, the hydromassage system of bathtubs is completely autonomous - water is taken by a pump through the water intake from the font. The pressure in the hydromassage system does not depend on the pressure in the water supply.

Where should the hydromassage jets be located?

The layout of the hydromassage equipment.

Hydromassage nozzle.
Air massage nozzle.
Back massage jet.
Drain valve.
Faucet switch (hydromassage/back massage).
Massage button.
Crane regulator of air supply.
Chromotherapy lamp.
Headrest.
Shower head.
Mixer ("Niagara").
Faucet mixer.
Overflow handle.
Metal handles.

To massage the muscles of the back, lower back and legs, you should choose a hot tub model with the "Spinal massage" option and hydromassage jets located opposite the back.

Air massage nozzles are built into the bottom of the tub.

How to choose the power of the hydromassage system?

It is important to remember here that the power of the centrifugal pump and the air compressor of the hot tub is evenly distributed over all the nozzles installed in the tub. A pump that produces good water jet pressure in a 6-jet spa will be half as effective in a 12-jet spa. The Triton company completes hydromassage bathtubs with centrifugal pumps with a power of 900 or 1500 Watts and air compressors with a power of 400 or 700 Watts. If this seems insufficient to you, we recommend that you pay attention to the "Turbo" option. When ordering the "Turbo" option, an additional air compressor is added to the hydromassage system - the pressure of the water jet becomes several times more powerful (the depth of penetration of the jet into the water column reaches 70 centimeters), the massage becomes more intense. It can also be useful to install a diverter tap that allows you to turn off the spinal massage when the hydromassage is running, if the diverter tap is not installed, hydromassage and spinal massage work simultaneously, without the possibility of turning off the spinal massage. The strength and direction of the water jet can also be adjusted by turning the whirlpool nozzle.

Can I install a hot tub myself?

Hot tub "Triton" is delivered to the client assembled. You can install the Triton hydromassage bathtub yourself. However, there are some features of installing hot tubs.

Line of communications

The location of the motor, compressor, and piping of the hot tub is important to consider when planning bathroom plumbing. The hot tub is installed strictly on the level, close to the walls of the bathroom (with the exception of free-standing bathtubs), therefore plumbing and sewer pipes should not interfere with the tight junction of the sides of the bath to the wall, and the level drain device the font must be at least 10 cm from the sewer inlet. In addition, it is necessary to provide free access to the hot tub units for maintenance and repair.

If you purchased a decorative screen ( decorative panel), it is advisable to install it with a small gap of 2-3 cm from the floor. These centimeters will help to ensure ventilation of the space under the bath, so they must be provided for when adjusting the height of the bath.

To install the bath in height and horizon, it is enough to correctly adjust the legs.

electrical safety

Other important point one thing to pay special attention to when installing a hot tub is the electrical wiring in the bathroom: a separate electrical cable v hidden wiring section 3x2.5 mm 2 for connecting a whirlpool bath, correct connection of the power supply of electrical units ("L" - mains voltage, "N" - neutral wire, "I" - grounding), waterproof sockets of protection class IP 54, residual current device (RCD ) with a differential value of not more than 30 mA.

Water quality

In order for the hot tub to serve you for many years, the plumbing must be equipped with a fine filter. The type of filter depends on the presence of certain impurities in the water. You can buy a filter in our store.

How to properly care for a hot tub?

Whirlpool bathtubs "Triton" do not require special care- it is enough to follow the basic rules of hygiene:

After taking a bath, be sure to rinse it with running water.
Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean the acrylic bath (as fine particles may scratch the smooth surface).

Our range of products includes special cleaning products for acrylic surfaces, as well as a means for washing hydromassage systems.

Use only liquid products to clean chrome handles and taps. Be sure to rinse off residue with plenty of water after cleaning. To keep your faucets and spouts sparkling, be sure to wipe them dry after cleaning.
Take hydromassage without adding foams, shampoos or gels to the water: the oils and soaps contained in them will lead to the formation of sediments inside the hydromassage system.

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Want to know the difference between a hot tub and a jacuzzi? Then read our article! In addition, we will tell you how to choose a hot tub and enjoy your purchase for many, many years ...

Just so you know, a Jacuzzi and a hot tub are synonymous. This is the name of prophylactic baths, designed for comfortable adoption of water procedures, massage and relaxation.

You relax - she does everything herself ...

For your information, the overseas word “jacuzzi” is the wrong sound of the name of the manufacturer of the miracle bath. In fact, the “father” of massage baths was Candido Jacuzzi, and he was Italian. For fun, it is worth mentioning that initially the Jacuzzi company was engaged in the development of aircraft.

Jacuzzi's slogan to this day is the phrase "Jacuzzi: water that moves you" ("Jacuzzi: Water that moves you").

Stress, chronic fatigue, insomnia… There is a way out! A few sessions of hydromassage - and you perk up. Different modes of the hot tub will help not only improve metabolism, but also improve blood flow.

If you have made the decision to become the proud owner of a hot tub, how to choose a hot tub that is perfect for you?

The main types of hot tubs

Jacuzzis are:

ordinary,
combined.

In conventional baths, hydromassage is carried out using air-water jets. In such baths, the nozzles are located in the sides of the bath.

In combined baths, body massage occurs due to air-bubble, as well as air-water flows. At the same time, both hydromassage and aeromassage nozzles are involved. The combination of two types of massage allows you to get the greatest effect and benefit from taking a bath.

Nozzle - the main element of the jacuzzi

When purchasing with massage, buyers usually pay attention to the presence of basic and additional functions, since the purchase of hydromassage is mainly due to the desire to acquire a tool to improve health and keep fit.

Therefore, the first thing potential buyers need to figure out is which type of massage is right for them. the best way, keeping in mind also the set of additional features and capabilities.

Jacuzzi - chic, shine and health benefits

But how to choose a hot tub? The main criterion for choosing a bath with hydromassage is its functional purpose.

Modern whirlpools can have up to ten massage modes, as well as various additional features, such as:

disinfection system,
backlight,
chromotherapy,
aromatherapy,
auxiliary mixers.

What are hot tubs made of and what do they “eat” with?

The material for the manufacture of bathtubs with hydromassage can be:

cast iron,
steel,
acrylic.

What is the difference between one material and another?

Baths made of cast iron and steel perfectly withstand chemical and mechanical loads, and their main disadvantage is the possible chipping of the surface during accidental impacts, as well as high level the noise of these metals.

The disadvantages of steel baths can also include high thermal conductivity, which is why they retain heat poorly and cool quickly. And the flight of fancy is limited standard sizes and shapes of steel and cast iron bathtubs.

The most common hot tub material is acrylic.

The list of its advantages is endless, but here are the main ones:

Acrylic is perfectly cleaned and does not accumulate microbes.
Compared to other materials from which bathtubs are made, acrylic is the most hygienic.
Acrylic is the most appropriate and suitable material for the human body (in terms of our metabolism).
If damage or scratches accidentally appear on the surface, they can be easily removed with sandpaper.
Having carefully processed the damaged area with sandpaper, polish it with automotive varnish.
Compared to other bathtubs that lose color, acrylic will retain its luster forever, since the color pigments are distributed uniformly (homogeneously) in it.
Acrylic is a kind of insulating material, because it has rather low thermal conductivity properties. An empty acrylic bath has the temperature of the room in which it is located.
Acrylic bathtub is very light, it can easily be lifted by one man (or a strong woman). In this regard, the transportation and installation of acrylic bathtubs is not the most time-consuming process in the entire repair.
Acrylic is resistant to both ultraviolet and infrared rays.
For ten years, acrylic has perfectly retained its original appearance and properties, which cannot be said about other materials.
A self-respecting manufacturer sets a 10-year warranty on the body of an acrylic bathtub, and this says a lot.

As you can see, choosing an acrylic hot tub is the most best option.

Note!

Whatever bath you prefer, remember: the complete set of massage systems does not depend on the material of the whirlpool bath.

For every taste and budget

In the modern market of hydromassage equipment, the Italian company Jacuzzi occupies a leading position, and this is understandable. Elite jacuzzis of this mega-company are designed according to the recommendations of reputable world-famous doctors, for the production of such baths only the best materials and the highest quality components.

Jacuzzi vip-class Jacuzzi will become an exquisite decoration of any exquisite bathroom.

Massage throne at your service

However, do not think that a hot tub is a privilege only for very wealthy people. For buyers with an average level of income, an economy class jacuzzi is perfect.

What's inside?

The jacuzzi is based on a hydromassage system consisting of a pump, compressor, jets, a control panel and a pipe system. There is a direct relationship between the number of jets and the power of the hot tub.

With a large volume of the bath, a more powerful pump is needed, and if there are also spinal nozzles in the kit, then it is advisable to purchase the bath and pump separately. A compressor is used to mix the jets of water and air.

Using the electronic and pneumatic remote control, you can easily control the intensity and types of massages. Like any other technique, hot tubs need proper management and careful maintenance.

Hot tub for feet - Jacuzzi in mini format

Today, on the market and in plumbing stores, electronics supermarkets and household appliances presented a huge number of useful devices like a hot tub for feet: how to choose the best option for yourself?
Let's first understand the purpose of foot whirlpools.

Foot baths with hydromassage combine the healing effects of water and the benefits of massage, combining relaxation and wellness into one whole.

The foot jacuzzi has a beneficial effect on tired legs, and massaging the reflexogenic areas of the foot with the bumpy surface of the bottom of the bath improves the functions of all systems of the human body. When added to water aromatic oils, salts and herbal infusions, all of the above effects only increase.

Legs - the health of the whole body

In almost every modern model hot tubs have a water heating function.

More expensive foot hot tubs can please their owners with useful modes such as

bubble massage,
jet massage,
turbo massage,
wet massage,
dry massage,
bubbling water effect
splash protection, etc.

As additional features, magnets can be built into the foot bath and infrared lamps. Magnets create a small magnetic field that has a general healing effect on the entire body, and infrared lamps are useful for improving blood circulation and increasing muscle firmness and elasticity.

If you are already in the mood for desired purchase and even searched on the Internet useful information on the topic “hot tubs for legs: how to choose”, then do not hesitate to purchase. The choice is yours!

Prices for baths range from 1000 to 10 thousand rubles. Below are the technical specifications of the most popular models of foot whirlpools.

However, even such a harmless, at first glance, device has whole line contraindications, namely:

thrombophlebitis,
phlebeurysm,
dermatitis,
inflammatory processes of the legs,
diseases of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems,
injury,
pregnancy.

Cleanliness is the key to health...

In the care of a jacuzzi of any size, it is necessary to follow the basic hygiene requirements. It is advisable to disinfect the bath after every seventh or eighth massage session. With non-abrasive detergent, as well as common food acids must be produced from lime deposits and fatty deposits.

Follow all the above requirements, monitor the condition of the bath, and a pleasant purchase will delight and pamper you for more than one year.

Gallery

This bath itself massages you with the help of jets of water escaping from jets built into its “body”. jacuzzi confidently enters into life everything more users. Now this is not an indicator of wealth and luxury, but a device that can improve your physical condition and well-being. But is it possible to install a Jacuzzi bath everywhere? How to choose convenient for yourself, practical and beautiful?

Story

The Jacuzzi bath was invented by Italian brothers named Jacuzzi. They created the first air pump bath in 1936. It did not capture the imagination of the Germans (they lived there then). But the brothers continued to improve the baths until they showed excellent results. Over time, buyers appreciated the benefits of such products and began to actively buy them.

One of the brothers, Roy, received a license for mass production in 1968. Since then, many new models have been created. various forms, materials and filling. But they all work on the same principle.

The impact of hydromassage

Even in the last century, doctors and scientists noticed the positive effect of the use of water procedures, especially hydromassage. They relieve swelling, saturate the cells with oxygen. Under the influence of a jet of water, hemorrhages resolve. It improves sleep and skin condition.

The procedures help relieve tension from the muscles after intense sports. Hydromassage surpasses the influence of the usual due to the deep effect on the tissues. No wonder such procedures are called hydrotherapy.

Like any massage, water makes muscles work, improves metabolic processes, which leads to weight loss.

Previously, such procedures could be carried out in sanatoriums and various health institutions.

In addition to treatment, a whirlpool tub helps to relieve fatigue after a working day, relieve tension and stress.

Now such devices can be purchased and simple people. In stores, the choice of hot tubs is quite large.

But before you decide to buy, pay attention to whether you have any diseases in which hydromassage is contraindicated. These are intervertebral hernias, thrombophlebitis, hypertension and some others.

Material

Jacuzzi bathtubs are created from various materials. They can be:

cast iron;
steel;
acrylic.

The first two types of materials are well known, but there are significant differences between them. The general thing is that they are not very suitable for the production of hot tubs. Steel cools quickly and does not retain heat well. When inserting nozzles, it is difficult to seal the joints with high quality. As a result, the bath may rust. And this construction will cost much more than acrylic.

Among the advantages can be called resistance to stress and impact chemical substances. But sharp blows can lead to chips that are almost impossible to restore. Water hitting the tub makes a lot of noise.

Acrylic bathtubs have a number of advantages:

acrylic is most pleasant in contact with the human body;
it is easy to care for him;
irregularities are removed with sandpaper;
acrylic products have a beautiful appearance;
the water in them remains warm for a long time;
Acrylic bathtub is easy to transport because it is light.

Although the functionality of a whirlpool tub does not depend on the material of the tub itself, it is still of great importance for the comfort of users.

How to choose a quality acrylic jacuzzi bathtub

But not all acrylic bathtubs are suitable for long-term use. Sometimes manufacturers try to slip you a low-quality product. Therefore, with a jacuzzi, hot tubs (photo) must comply with certain standards:

the thickness of the bath is more than 5 mm;
acrylic must be uniform;
there are no dark spots on the surface of the bath.

Often inexpensive products are made from a sandwich sheet. The layer of high-quality acrylic in it does not exceed 0.5 mm. The rest is added with ABS plastic. It is cheaper than acrylic, but also short-lived. Acrylic itself, in fact, is also plastic, but stronger and more resistant to various kinds of influences (mechanical, physical and chemical). Perhaps it makes sense to buy a cheap bath from such a "sandwich". After all, its price is much lower than the whole one (5-20 thousand rubles without nozzles and pumps). The key is to make an informed choice.

To give strength to large hydromassage pools, marble chips are added to the composition of acrylic. Naturally, it does not become cheaper after that.

Hydromassage

The water that squirts through the nozzles under the influence of the pump is additionally filled with air. This happens thanks to a special hose. The regulator mounted on it allows you to increase or decrease the amount of air. After all, the more it is, the harder the massage.

The pump can have a power from 0.8 kW to 1.5 kW. It depends on the number of nozzles, their location and the path that the water takes in a circle.

Nozzle arrangement

General hydromassage is included in the mandatory delivery. There are six nozzles in total, and they are located in the side walls. Each of them has the function of shutting down and adjusting the inclination of the water.

Back massage is carried out by 4-8 small jets. They are positioned so that the jets of water fall on the back and neck. This massage is designed for people leading a sedentary lifestyle.

Foot massage is carried out with the help of two jets located in the area of the feet. Sometimes they are equipped with special "hedgehogs".

But how will all three massage systems installed in one place work? In order to prevent the streams of water from falling on you at the same time, a special tap is installed, which transfers the massage system to one of the modes.

Installing three types of massage is a relatively inexpensive, but convenient device.

Additional functions

Sometimes it's nice to massage with the air bubbles themselves. To do this, use an air compressor and up to a dozen nozzles. This procedure is called air massage.

The jacuzzi is sometimes equipped with aroma and chromotherapy, a disinfection system, and auxiliary mixers.

Forms

They largely depend on the material. If it is cast iron or steel, then the product is rectangular. Acrylic bathtubs are more diverse. You can choose the one that best suits your room or space. Whirlpool hot tub round is usually installed in the center large room. They can also be traditional rectangular, trapezoidal.

A corner jacuzzi hot tub is suitable for almost any apartment, even a small one. Its bowl, which has the usual size at the head, gradually narrows on one side in the direction of the legs. This saves space in a small room. The location of the jets and the direction of the water jet are designed in such a way as to focus them as accurately as possible on certain parts of the body. The small size and cut shape will not affect the quality of the procedure.

How long and how deep should a jacuzzi hot tub be?

Dimensions

Length - not less than 150 cm.
Depth - from 42 cm.

Manufacturers

Whirlpool bathtubs from the Czech manufacturer Ravak are becoming increasingly popular, despite the high cost. They are created using vertical heating technology. Polyurethane foam is sprayed onto the base three times. Therefore, the product retains the temperature of the water well and allows it to move quite quietly inside the system.

The Spanish company Volle has been producing sanitary ware relatively recently, since 2012. But this does not prevent her from paying great attention to product quality. In addition, it is quite large in size. It will not be difficult for you to relax in such a bath. Yes, and you can save about 20 percent of water thanks to a successful, well-calculated arrangement of nozzles.

Austrian jacuzzis (hot tubs) from KollerPool have been on the market for a long time and have an excellent reputation. Products from this manufacturer are of high quality and easy to use (regardless of the price range). Products are tested and quality checked every year. Differ expensive models from cheap ones mainly by the number of various “bells and whistles”. There are bathtubs in their range that allow several people to be in them at the same time. Such products are held by strong metal legs.

O useful properties mankind has known water procedures for a long time, but the hot tub is an invention of the not so distant past. Before choosing a hot tub, so that its quality, and the cost of such a product is quite high, meets the requirements, it is necessary to understand some design features, analyze the quality of the materials used and the ability of the equipment to produce the necessary therapeutic effect.

A bit of history

Historical note: Discovered in 1936 in Berlin, the effect of a faster recovery of patients taking water procedures, when massage therapists massaged their body immersed in a bath or pool with a hose jet under slight overpressure, was very quickly adopted by physicians in the treatment of a wide range of diseases. . And already in 1948, Candido Jacuzzi, an American of Italian origin, inventor and manufacturer of pumps and equipment for airplanes, wishing to help his son's recovery, used a pump immersed in a bath to create a pulsating water jet.

It was this device that became the prototype of the equipment so popular today. Certainly, modern devices are strikingly different from their great-grandmother, but the principle of combining water, air and massage still helps people maintain health and good spirits. Do you need a hot tub ordinary apartment? Most likely, yes, because there is nothing more valuable in life than your own health.

Problem of choice

By going to any hardware supermarket or specialty store plumbing equipment You can find a huge number of hot tubs of various sizes and configurations. And in order to answer the question of which whirlpool bath to choose, it is essential to have a correct idea of its structure and the purpose of certain elements. After all, this is not just a bath, but a very complex technical device with a lot of different characteristics.

“Recommend a hot tub,” the buyer will ask the sales assistant. And he will listen to a long story about various devices, absolutely not understanding the essence of the issue. This approach can not only disappoint him after the purchase, when the equipment does not justify the hopes placed on it, but can also lead to quite a significant cost overrun.

Is the material really that important?

Before making a choice of a bathtub with a hydromassage from the whole variety of models presented, it is necessary to take into account the features of the use of certain materials:

Steel baths. Hydromassage systems made of cold-rolled steel and equipped with a system of nozzles are light in weight, can be installed on the simplest devices in the form of legs, are quite durable and can be easily processed. However, they also have a number of significant drawbacks. Increased noise during operation of equipment, increased consumption hot water due to rapid cooling, the most important drawback is the simple shape of the products;
Cast iron baths. Have a high mechanical strength increased heat capacity and good ability to damp vibrations that inevitably occur during the operation of a pump or compressor. But the large dead weight and the complexity of processing, which entails the high cost of cast iron products, can negatively affect the choice of a hot tub;
Plastic bathtubs. The best bath with hydromassage, which received the most wide use- This is a bathtub made of modern plastics and covered with a fairly thick layer of acrylic. Excellent thermal insulation, almost complete absence of noise and a huge variety of shapes.

The need to use special installation devices, considered as a disadvantage, is leveled by the presence of everything necessary in the factory delivery set of the product.

My favorite color... my favorite size...

Like any equipment installed in a bathroom, a bathtub that occupies one of the central places should be not only comfortable, but also beautiful:

standard rectangular models adapted for installation in small bathrooms of Soviet-built houses;
high-end rectangular whirlpool bathtubs equipped with numerous accessories and sophisticated software
corner models for one or two people;
round volumetric pools for more spacious rooms.

Modern materials and coloring methods have allowed manufacturers to significantly diversify and color scheme offered products.

And if the color of the bath is selected according to the general color concept of the room, then the shape of the bath is dictated, as a rule, by the size and ergonomic features of the room.

Important! The complete set of a hot tub implies the possibility of its periodic maintenance and I would not like to carry out complex dismantling work if it is necessary to replace one small nozzle.

What's inside?

So is a hydromassage in the bath necessary for an ordinary person who feels absolutely healthy? The relaxing and tonic effect of massage, of course, will only benefit, but the quality and effectiveness of massage depends on the equipment installed in a particular model. So, when choosing, you must consider:

The pump and its performance. For more simple models as a rule, one pump is installed, which changes the intensity of the water jet within a small range. In more expensive devices, in addition to the pump, an air compressor is installed that supplies air to the nozzles and creates the effect of a natural geyser, and the most elite hot tubs have several pump units for each group of nozzles;
Number and performance of nozzles. The best hot tub has multiple groups of jets. These are side jets for general massage and special bottom jets for back massage. The intensity of the massage jets depends on the number of nozzles at the same pump performance, and if it is insufficient, then such water procedures will be equivalent to bathing in an ordinary bath;
Control system. All installed equipment is controlled by a system that can not only control the presence or absence of water, but also regulate the performance of the pump. And the more complex the equipment, the more complex and “smarter” the control system, sometimes including several microprocessor devices.

Periodic maintenance

When deciding which hot tub to choose, you need to pay close attention to the need for periodic maintenance and additional water treatment. Made from quality materials nozzles will be able to easily withstand the deposits that inevitably occur when in contact with water, and the pump impeller, which is less subject to wear, will be able to maintain the required pressure in the system for a longer time.

Need to know: Even the supply pipes of the cheapest systems may need to be replaced after a short time, which will entail additional costs.

Are there any disadvantages?

Any equipment operating in difficult operating conditions has its advantages and some disadvantages, and hydromassage systems are no exception in this matter. The pros and cons of hot tubs have been known for a long time, but if any sales consultant tells the buyer about the advantages in detail, then in most cases you will have to look for information about the disadvantages only on your own.

The main disadvantages of hot tubs are associated with the difficulty of cleaning and disinfecting the pumping system and pipelines, in which, due to the constant presence of a humid environment, favorable conditions are created for the reproduction of microorganisms that are not always beneficial to humans. Texas microbiologists have identified bacteria associated with human waste, fungi and deadly staphylococci in water supply systems. Therefore, a self-filled table, in which there are only two columns: a hot tub pros and cons, will help you choose the right model or completely abandon the purchase.

It's time to talk about the price

How much does a hot tub cost depends on many factors, but as the rating of hot tubs from various manufacturers shows, you can see a pattern that most in demand use models of the middle price category, moreover, well-known European manufacturers. Most buyers are in no hurry to buy either the cheapest or the most expensive models, but want to get good quality, sacrificing a numerous feature set.

Important! Some models, and this must be clarified before purchase, require mandatory water purification, therefore, when calculating how much a hot tub costs and its installation, it must be taken into account that the cost of a cleaning system can be up to a third of the cost of the bath itself.

When asking yourself questions about how to choose a hot tub and which hot tub is better, each person will answer it individually, but for a more correct answer, you need to carefully analyze the possibility of installing it in the bathroom, calculate direct and indirect costs and choose an acceptable price model. This bath will be the best for you.

Having decided to equip our bathroom with a trendy sanitary ware with unique features, we will definitely face the question - how to choose a hot tub?

Currently, the choice of such baths is extremely diverse and rich, so in order to avoid mistakes when choosing a hot tub, you need to take into account all the nuances and features.

Of course, one cannot do without competent and professional advice from a specialist, but before proceeding with the search suitable bath, we need to arm ourselves with some information that will help us get an idea of \u200b\u200bwhat a hot tub is, how to choose one, and how they differ from each other.

As for the last question, hot tubs can differ from each other in a set of useful functions, the material from which they are made, size, design, availability of additional features.

A classic hot tub is a sanitary ware product, the main components of which are a pump, a system of pipes and nozzles.

As for the water pump, for small bath one such pump will be quite sufficient. For a large bath or pool, it is desirable to install an additional motor and air compressor, since one pump will not allow you to achieve good water jets, and the air compressor will forcibly mix water with air in the nozzles. The compressor can be attributed to the additional advantages of the jacuzzi, because thanks to this, the so-called "pearl massage" becomes possible.

In addition to everything for spinal massage, it is possible to install a separate pump with its own control panel.

Whirlpool jets, of which there can be an unlimited number in the bathroom, are usually made of either plastic or brass. Most often, three side jets are installed in the hot tub, which provide a good, intense massage. Also, several large jets (from two to four) are additionally installed for back massage, a pair of jets for neck massage and a couple for foot massage.

In order to saturate the water with oxygen and get the effect of air massage, small, unregulated nozzles are installed at the bottom of the bath.

Another nice addition can be a faucet cascade, which creates a mini-waterfall in the bathtub.

The more options for hydromassage in the bath, the more pleasant and useful it is to be in the bathroom, but you need to remember that the more nozzles are involved during the hydromassage, the weaker the water pressure will be.

As for the massage modes, they vary in different models. From the main modes, one can single out the mode of automatic passage of the wave from head to toe, the mode of pulsating massage, oriental massage.

The Jacuzzi control panel can be pneumatic or electronic. In the case of an electronic remote control, you will have the additional ability to set the product additional modes work (for example, you can change the pressure of the massage jets, turn on the variable operation of the nozzles, etc.).

In more advanced models of hot tubs, there may be chromotherapy (changing the color of the hydromassage jets), built-in music and other additional accessories.

The material for the manufacture of bathtubs can be metal (steel or cast iron) or acrylic polymer.

Now consider the types of hot tubs to make it more clear which bath to choose.

At present, thanks to technical specifications are very popular acrylic bathtubs. They keep the temperature very well, are light in weight, durable and easy to care for. Their disadvantages include only the fact that their surface is easy to scratch.

As for the cast iron hot tubs, they are not far behind the quality of acrylic ones, but at the same time they weigh and cost much more. Steel tubs are light but cool quickly.

A hot tub can be rectangular, oval, corner or round. When choosing a bath, you must first of all be guided by the size of the bathroom. If the room is small, then it would be wise to opt for a classic rectangular or oval bath that can be placed along the wall.

When purchasing a hot tub, you must demand a guarantee and carefully study in the text of the contract those items that are not covered by the warranty. It is advisable to choose a company that has been operating in the market for a long time and has a long list of satisfied customers.

Be sure to ask the manufacturer's reputation. Find out how long this company has been manufacturing hot tubs and pools. Check if this process is certified according to the world standard.

It is most reliable to purchase a product from a company for which the manufacture of hot tubs is a core business. If this is just one of the branches of business of this company, then you should not expect a wide choice and fast service.

It should be noted that the warranty service of hydromassage equipment is carried out by the seller company, so when buying, ask if there is a service center how long it exists and how many warranty cases arise.

Before you buy a hot tub, be sure to read the instruction manual, here are a few questions that I often get asked

Question: -Does the operation of the hot tub depend on the water pressure in the plumbing system?
Answer: - No, the hydromassage system is not directly connected to the water supply.
Question: - Is it possible to wash with shampoo and soap without turning off the hydromassage system?
Answer: - It is impossible, the hydromassage system may fail.
Question: - What care is needed for such a bathroom?
Answer: - Depending on the material from which the bath is made, I described in detail in the articles, "the care of hot tubs is no different.

Good luck with your hot tub selection!