How to Choose a Hot Tub

Hydrotherapy is an effective treatment that has been used for thousands of years for both healing and relaxation purposes. Soaking in a hot tub has also been a leisure activity for various ancient civilizations, the ancient Romans, Egyptian and Greek to be more exact. In ancient Rome having a soothing spa session became a popular tradition. Public baths were built around the entire Empire and to this days archaeologists discover remains of old spa resorts in the territories that were under the Roman rule. These elaborate resorts featured hot tubs made from concrete and aqueducts and had radiant heating in the walls and floors. Special boilers were used to heat up the spa rooms that often had a large pool in the center where one can enjoy the healing effects of hydrotherapy.

Regular visits to the spa presented great opportunity not just for relaxation, but for leisure and socialization as well. Nowadays, you don't have to go to the spa on a regular basis to reap all the benefits of hydrotherapy. Thanks to the introduction of hot tubs for domestic use you can enjoy a relaxing hydrotherapy treatment in the comfort of your home. There are many different models of hot tubs you can choose from that differ in both design and performance. There are few things to consider before making a purchase.

Size and shape are the main features to look out for. You would want a model that can provide both comfort and efficiency, while at the same fit properly into the space you have at your disposal. First time byers should avoid large hot tubs since they not only take up a lot of space, but also require regular maintenance and are quite expensive to run. Instead opt for a smaller oval hot tub that is less expensive and much easier to clean and maintain than larger models. The best thing about an oval hot tub is its compact design which means it can be installed pretty much anywhere in the house, whether that be your balcony, patio, or small backyard.

In addition to a compactly shaped design, performance is another feature to consider when comparing different models of hot tubs. Make sure the model you choose comes with a high performance seep pump along with advanced massage jets that deliver a soothing spa treatment that can relax tensed muscles, alleviate aching back and joints and put both your body and mind at ease.