Do soft side hot tubs have jets?
Soft sided hot tubs generally offer between 4-12 small water jets due to the limited space available for plumbing and also because they run on a smaller 1.5 hp jet pump.
Is softub still in business?
From humble beginnings in a small shop in Los Angeles, CA, Softub® is now a worldwide corporation with factories on both coasts and distribution in 50 states and over 30 foreign countries.
What is a soft sided hot tub?
A Softub is a durable and lightweight hot tub that is truly portable and energy efficient.
What’s the difference between a hot tub and a softub?
Hot Tub Use The separate heating element on a traditional hot tub means that the tub must be heated to a minimum of 104 degrees-the cost on average runs $30-$60 a month. Softubs do not have a separate heater-they can be continuously heated to your comfort level from 80-106 degrees. Softubs also offer flexible seating.
Do inflatable hot tubs puncture easily?
The deterioration weakens the material, leaving it prone to rips and tears; these rips and tears won’t be covered under the guarantee and it’s very difficult to repair as the puncture repair material won’t stick to the now chemically-scoured sides of the spa.
How long does a softub last?
Softubs can last 20 plus years unlike an inflatable hot tub with only a one to two year window for use. A Softub can also be refurbished with a new power pack and a new vinyl liner.
How do you maintain a soft sided hot tub?
For the tub interior, use a damp cloth with clean water ONLY. Do not use soaps or abrasives to clean the interior of your Softub! Be sure to remove the filter and rinse it completely at least once every month. We recommend that you change the water in your Softub at least once every three to four months.
Why is soft water bad for hot tubs?
Calcium and magnesium are the minerals that most directly contribute to water hardness. Hot tub water that is too soft can be corrosive to metal while water that is too hard can cause damaging scaling.
How long do softub filters last?
We recommend replacing the filter once per year. If you wish to clean it during that time, we recommend our Spray & Rinse Filter Cleaner which dissolves body oils and the like easily to maintain the filter’s ability to filter small particles out of the water so your water stays crystal clean.
Can you sit on the side of an inflatable hot tub?
In fact the walls of inflatable hot tubs these days are strong enough so that you can sit on the sides without them giving way or even buckling. This is great news for anyone who is unsteady on their feet and needs the hot tub walls to support them as they get in and out.