Hot Tub Do's and Don'ts

Regardless of age, weight, height, or gender just about anyone can enjoy the soothing waters of a hot tub. Relaxation and sheer happiness, the warm water and hydrotherapy jets will make you feel like you are 5 years younger in just a 30 minute soak. Hot tubs are a great place to laugh, smile and have fun, that being said hot tubs are not a toy. Generally hot tubs don’t come with a list of do’s and don’ts so Factory Hot Tubs thought we’d put one together and share a little bit of hot tub ethics.

DON’T:

Don’t drink too much in your hot tub. The warm water will dilate your blood vessels increasing the absorption of alcohol into the blood magnifying the effects of the alcohol. Basically, you get drunker faster in a hot tub, so if you’re going to drink in a tub be safe about it and drink slower than usual.

DO:

Maintain your water. Nobody wants to get into a hot tub that has smelly cloudy water in it. Most hot tubs these days have highly advanced filtration systems including ozonators, microfiber filters, and other automatic water cleaners. Hot tubs always require some minor care; check your water regularly to keep it clean. Having clean water will only make you and others want to use the tub more often.

DON’T:

Fall on your face; it’s embarrassing and not much fun.  If you’re relaxing in a hot tub for an extended period of time your muscles will loosen up and may not work as fast as you’re accustomed to.  If your body is in a deep state of tranquility take extra precaution operating motor vehicles.

DO:

Relax. The greatest benefit any hot tub can offer is the ability to offer unmatchable relaxation. Built up stress, headaches, lack of sleep will all dissolve in the swirling warm waters of your tub. Warm water has been helping release stress since the Roman Empire thousands of years ago, increased blood circulation and natural endorphins are released when soaking in warm water. So when the burdens of the day all seem to be resting on your shoulders hop in your tub and let the waters wash away your worries.

DON’T:

Dive. This is really a no brainer and doesn’t require much of an explanation but diving head first into 36” of water is not the best choice you’ll make. If you value your teeth, brain and neck don’t dive into a hot tub.  

DO:

Enjoy the view. Look up and gaze at the stars, relaxing in your hot tub and gazing at the stars sounds extremely relaxing, doesn’t it?

DON’T:

Over heat your water. Nobody told you to keep your water cold, after all it is a HOT tub, but there is a safe zone for humans to be in hot water. You should never let your water go over 104ºF; water past this temperature can induce drowsiness. Mixing water and drowsiness can only spell disaster, keeping your water about 97-98ºF is ideal.

DO:

Invite some of your friends/family to enjoy your tub with you! Owning a hot tub is going to make you the envy of the neighborhood, your friends and family. Hot tubs make for a great place to have conversations, and are always the centerpiece of an outdoor party!

DON’T:

Forget your towel. I mean it’s not the end of the world if you do, but common courtesy is to bring your own towel. It makes the host’s life a lot easier and maybe you’ll be invited back because face it doing the laundry is no one’s favorite activity, so seriously, bring your own towel.

DO:

Get Romantic. Couples around the world would agree that a hot tub can be the perfect end of a great night. Take your lover out for dinner, and a movie. Then bring him/her back to your place and end the night together in close quarters.

DON’T:

Let your pets in the tub. Another no brainer, first off it is dangerous for your pets as they are no where near accustomed to the temperatures humans are. Secondly it will affect the cleanliness of your water. Don’t be a moron, NO PETS ALLOWED.

By following these simple rules you will enjoy your tub to its maximum potential! Thanks for reading, hope you enjoyed it. If you have any questions feel free to find us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, or comment directly on the blog! Thanks again!