A spa pack is the brain of your hot tub. Here is what each part does, how it is wired in the UK and USA, and which faults you can fix yourself.
Category Archives: DIY Hot Tub Building
This blog covers everything you need to know about building your own DIY Hot Tub. From planning to plumbing, I cover it all.
Design / Ideas Related, DIY Hot Tub Building, Materials and Construction Related
Tub & Pool Designer Pro: Free Hot Tub and Pool Design Software
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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.
Design / Ideas Related, DIY Hot Tub Building, Materials and Construction Related
What Makes the Best DIY Hot Tub Plans? What to Look For
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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.
DIY Hot Tub Building, Plumbing Related
Installing a Main Drain for a Hot Tub or Plunge Pool (Twin Drains, Step by Step)
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May
May
Why a DIY hot tub or plunge pool needs twin main drains with anti-entrapment covers, and how to set, plumb and test them before you pour the slab.
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Nov
Nov
How Niel built a two-piece hard top hot tub cover from timber, foam, fibreglass and epoxy for about £700, step by step, with his top tips and what to think about before making your own.
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Aug
Aug
When cedar tubs had a two-year wait, Brandon built his own. Here’s his honest account of permits, liners and leaks, plus my pointers if you’re planning something similar.
Design / Ideas Related, DIY Hot Tub Building
In-Ground Hot Tubs: A DIYer’s Guide to Planning and Building One
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Jun
Jun
Everything you need to decide before building an in-ground hot tub, from location and construction method to plumbing, heating, electrics and permits, with links to the detailed guides for each stage.
Design / Ideas Related, DIY Hot Tub Building
Above Ground Hot Tubs: How to Build Your Own (DIY Guide)
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Jun
Jun
Everything you need to know about building your own above ground hot tub, from choosing block or ICF to the slab, plumbing, insulation and permissions.
Design / Ideas Related, DIY Hot Tub Building
Built-In Spas: How to Design and Build Your Own In-Ground Hot Tub
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May
May
What a built-in spa is, where it can go and how to build one: construction options, plumbing, heating, electrics and safety, from someone who built his own.
DIY Hot Tub Building, Materials and Construction Related
What type of Spa Construction should I choose?
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Mar
Mar
When it comes to building a spa, there are many factors to consider. One of the most important is the type of spa construction you choose. There are several different types of spa construction, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. In this blog post, we will explore the different types of spa construction so that you can make an informed decision about which type is right for you.