Spas
Spa's for bathrooms- see Gardens and Outdoors for Outdoor Spa's
Normally manufactured from acrylic you have a number of choices:
- Corner spa
- Rectangular spa
- Oval spa
- Octagonal spa
Jets
Once you’ve chosen the shape of your spa you need to choose the jet system:
- Water (Hydro) Jets
- Air Jets
- Dual System
Hydro Jets
These will give a powerful water massage
Air Jets
An air systems will give a gentle massage
Dual System
Some spa baths have a dual system combining both hydro jets and an air system.
Heater
The spa bath should have a heater which maintains the water temperature of the spa water. You should be able to have the pump on with or without the heater if you like.
Helpful Hints
Check your spa has adjustable jets if you want to control the directional flow of the water.
Ensure the on/off switch will be easily accessible once the spa is installed in YOUR bathroom
Check for a Bodyguard Release Valve - A safety valve that stops the suction when something is caught in the pump.
Related Topics
Baths
Plumbing