Understanding the different types of hot tubs

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Hot tubs come in different types and varieties. All the hot tubs serve the same purpose of offering relaxation after a long day at work. You have probably seen hot tubs in your favorite spa or you probably one. What you might not know is that there is a wide variety of hot tubs available in the market today. The technology has increased the variety, and it is now possible to get a hot tub that will meet your personal needs. When looking for a hot tub, there are various things to check like the material, portability, durability and price.

Type of hot tubs

Prefabricated hot tubshot tubs

The Prefabricated hot tub is made using acrylic fiberglass or the strong plastic. These are the hot tubs that are placed in the bathrooms and are commonly known as Jacuzzis. They are the most expensive in the category of hot tubs because the material that is used in making them. Ideally, prefabricated hot tubs are portable because they can be moved. However, you cannot move them every day keeping in mind that most of them are over 200 pounds and they are very delicate.

Inflated hot tubs

Inflatable hot tubs are the new entrants in the category. The cool blow up hot tubs are technically portable spas because you can take them whenever you want and use them. During summer when the weather is hot, you can simply take the hot tub outside and enjoy your time under the sun. Inflatable hot tubs have become very attractive because they are not only practical, but they are also very cheap to buy compared to the prefabricated hot tubs.

Wooden hot tubshot tubs

The wooden hot tubs are the perfect tubs that you rarely see. These are tubs for people who are looking for something unique. Apart from offering the general benefits of a hot tub, they also serve as a piece of artwork. You can always get a wooden hot tub in the shape that you want because wood can easily be curved according to your specification.

Underground tubs

Underground hot tubs need a lot of work because they are almost similar to swimming pools. You will need to do some excavation and electrical work to achieve the hot tub that you want. They are permanent although once in a while you might be required to do some routine servicing to keep the working.