The cheapest proper hot tub to build is a stock tank hot tub. Here’s what the tank, plumbing kit and electrics cost, plus two other budget ideas.
11
Sep
Sep
A FLO error means your spa pack can’t detect water flowing through the heater. Here’s how to find the cause, from the free checks to the pressure switch.
10
Sep
Sep
I designed a tub for Kyle in the USA that works as both a hot tub and a cold plunge. See how his backyard wellness centre came together.
Design / Ideas Related, DIY Hot Tub Building, Materials and Construction Related
Tub & Pool Designer Pro: Free Hot Tub and Pool Design Software
03
Sep
Sep
Tub & Pool Designer Pro is my free 3D design tool for hot tubs and plunge pools, with optional plumbing diagrams and architectural CAD drawings.
03
Sep
Sep
Everything to think about before you build your own lap pool: size and depth, construction, finishes, heating a big volume of water, filtration, sanitising, covers and the UK and US rules.
02
Sep
Sep
Chris swapped his electric heater for an air source heat pump. Here’s how we planned it, the pre-plumbed bypass he found, and the fix for his E3 flow error.
26
Aug
Aug
Paul walks us round his nearly finished DIY hot tub in the UK and explains the features and thinking behind the design.
24
Jul
Jul
John from Kentucky built an 8×8, 14-jet hot tub from my ready-made plans. Follow his build from the dig and block walls to the finished tub.
Design / Ideas Related, DIY Hot Tub Building, Materials and Construction Related
What Makes the Best DIY Hot Tub Plans? What to Look For
13
Jul
Jul
Good DIY hot tub plans give you real dimensions, a plumbing layout, a parts list and structural drawings. Here is what to look for and what my plans include.
21
Jun
Jun
Paul built his own hot tub in the UK from one of my standard designs, adding curves, a lounger and a wood burner. Follow the build and his top lessons.