Welcome to Build a Hot Tub Blog
One of the biggest challenges that I faced when building my own in ground hot tub was finding information. I decided that once complete, I would compile my new-found knowledge into a blog and website that other people like me could use. A year on, I’ve finally found the time to put this website together! Please do like, share, comment and put the word out! The information is here, its free so go on, use it!
Help! There’s an Air Lock in my Hot Tub!
Have you ever tried to use your hot tub and the jets have stopped working? Nothing is coming out. There's nothing there, no water, air or anything. A hot tub with broken jets is essentially a luxury bathtub, so you'll want to fix it as soon as possible. But [...]
Ultimate Guide to the Hot Tub Air Blower
A Hot Tub should be, as the name suggest, hot. However, most of us also have a picture of a hit tub with lots of bubbles coming from the jets. Where do these bubbles come from? Simple, the Hot Tub Air Blower. In this blog post we will take [...]
Can I use my Hot Tub as a Swimming Pool?
As the mercury tops the 80s here in the UK, whilst many of you lucky people who live in warmer climates get this kind of weather all the time, we don't! So, we have to make the most of it. In my case, it means "converting" my hot tub [...]
Should I use a Cartridge Filter or a Sand Filter in my Hot Tub?
Cartridge filters and sand filters are two of the most popular methods for filtering water in a hot tub. There is no right answer to whether you should use one or the other, but there are some important differences between them that you should be aware of before making [...]
The Ultimate Guide to Hot Tub Pump Capacitors
This guide discusses the two kinds of hot tub pump capacitors that are used on Hot Tub motors: start capacitors and run capacitors. It also addresses how to know when a capacitor is failing and how to replace it. They are an inexpensive part of your Hot Tub pump [...]
The Ultimate Guide to Adding a Water Feature in Your DIY Hot Tub
The sound of running water is always relaxing to the human ear. It's no wonder that adding a fountain, waterfall or water feature to your hot tub will make it more enjoyable for you and your family or friends. We'll give you some tips on how to design and [...]
What is the Best Way to Remove Sand from my Hot Tub?
If you have a Hot Tub at your home, then you know that one of the most annoying things about owning one is trying to keep it clean. No matter how hard you try, it seems like there always ends up being some sand in your tub. If this [...]
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