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Here we share some tips for existing hot tub owners to save on energy costs. From simple tips like keeping your filter clean to more creative ways like operational adjustments, this blog post will help reduce running costs and help you enjoy the hydrotherapy benefits that a hot tub brings. 

In this blog post we will explain what phosphates are, what causes the level to get so high in hot tubs, the impact of high phosphates and how to remove phosphates from your spa water. 

Whether you are at the first stage of looking to buy a hot tub or have been searching for a spa for a while then a key question that will arise at some point is; should I get a lounger seat in my hot tub or not? In this post we will explain what a lounger seat is, the benefits of a lounger and some of the drawbacks.

In this guide we will explain the different base options on hot tubs, how to prepare the gorund for your hot tub and some other considerations to make sure your installation goes well and to make sure that your hot tub sits nicely in its new home for many relaxing years to come!

We love the beginning of a hot tub buying journey as it gives us the chance to use our years of experience to give honest advice to help guide buyers to their perfect spa. In this post we will focus on five key questions to ask before buying a hot tub. This list is not exhaustive and there are other factors to ask about but based on our experience these are some of the most common and most important questions to ask.

If you open your hot tub to find green water then it is not only unpleasant, it prevents you using your hot tub safely and it suggests some sort of chemical imbalance. In this post we will explain why hot tub water goes green, what causes it, how to fix it and how to prevent your hot tub water from going green again.

Chlorine is one of the most important levels in your hot tub water chemistry. Why? Because chlorine is a sanitiser and kills nasty bacteria. Things can get very frustrating when you cannot seem to get a chlorine reading on your test kit or test strips. In this article we will look at why you may get a low chlorine reading and how it can be fixed. 

Which?, the UKs consumer champion have featured Happy Hot Tubs in their guide on 'How to buy the best hot tub'. Read more here.

This question seems to arise more and more when we meet hot tub shoppers. This debate has emerged from the popularity of plug and play or 13 amp hot tubs, as consumers look to narrow down their options based on the power supply required for a specific hot tub. But what does it all mean? In this article we will explain the differences between 13 amp and 32 amp hot tubs, how running costs may or may not be affected and how you should approach this as a buyer, as well as some frequently asked questions.

Calcium Hardness is an important factor in hot tub water chemistry but one that is sometimes overlooked or ignored. This guide will help explain what calcium hardness is, what a low or high calcium reading can do and how to balance calcium hardness in your hot tub.