How Do Inflatable Hot Tubs Work In 2023?

We have all wondered about this question while enjoying a relaxing hydrotherapy or massage session at our home.

How Do Inflatable Hot Tubs Work?

In simple words;

An inflatable hot tub is powered by an electric output where a heater warms the water and a pump circulates it while the air jets create bubbles to bring a soothing massage and hydrotherapy experience.

Set-Up of An Inflatable Hot Tub

The following easy steps will help you in setting up your inflatable hot tub:

Choosing The Right Location

This has to be the most important step and to get it right, here are a few tips:

Pick a leveled and smooth surface.
The surface must be strong enough to support the tub’s weight (when filled).
A place that is nearer to your water and electricity connections.

Inflating A Hot Tub

After picking up a spot and placing the hot tub, the next step, of course, is to inflate. Here are a few steps related to that:

Choose a quality pump for the job that isn’t too slow.
Inflation hose must be attached to the tub and pump.

Installing The Filters

The filters are important for a clean and hygienic hot tub experience and you will find them inside the packaging while receiving your hot tub.

Here is how you install them:

Find the location of the outlet valve at the bottom of the interior side.
The filter must be inserted into the casing.
Now, connect the casing to the valve by screwing it up.

Fill It Up

Of course, the inflatable hot tub needs to be filled with water before using it. For that:

You need a water connection.
Use the garden hose and start filling water in it.
Find the fill line on the interior to fill it to an ideal extent.

Heat It

No one likes to get in while the water is still ice cold.

To heat it up; find the heat button, it is located on the pump in most hot tubs. It will take some time depending on the heater’s quality.

Heat as much as you find it ideal for yourself but keep it below the standard temperature range for a safer experience i.e. 104 Fahrenheit.

Add Chemicals (Optional)

Adding beneficial chemicals to your hot tub water can improve the hydrotherapy experience and make it even safer.

Also, sanitizing the water and maintaining pH levels to keep it fresh and healthy is highly recommended to avoid side effects.

The most common chemical ingredients used for balancing pH levels in a hot tub are chlorine and bromine.

The following products are our top recommendations while you decide to buy these chemicals:

Leisure Time Spa Sanitizer Spa 56 Chlorinating Granules.
Clorox Pool & Spa.
SpaChoice 472-3-5081 Chlorine Granules.
Spa Essentials 32130000 Granules.
Leisure Time Spa Tablets (45430A).

Do Inflatable Hot Tubs Use A Lot of Electricity?

Yes, any hot tub whether fixed or inflatable, do increase electricity usage and costs.

However, how much those increased costs will be, may vary from state to state.

You can calculate them by using the following parameters in mind:

A hot tub’s overall power required.
Price of an electric unit in your state.
Time the hot tub stays on.
Size of the tub and no. of people.
Heating jets power requirement.

Important Tips To Using a Hot Tub Like a Pro

Use a hot tub like a pro but for that, you need some more important tips related to the fine and hygienic inflatable hot tub experience you are looking forward to.

Calcium Levels

Measure the calcium levels in the water to check for impurities since the higher calcium concentration can lead to a hot tub getting corroded

Balancing the pH

Your health is more important than the hot tub’s so don’t forget to balance the pH levels between 7.2 and 7.8 to ensure your safety.

Monthly Cleaning

While some people recommend cleaning it once every 3 to 4 months, we find it essential that you clean your inflatable hot tub every once a month.

The Right Temperature

The industry standard is 104 Fahrenheit and you should never go above that. Also, for pregnant women, the max temperature should be 102 or lesser.

Put The Cover On

When not in use, keep the hot tub and water inside with the insulated cover. It has the following benefits:

Keeps the hot tub’s water warm.
Prevents children, dust, dirt, or animals from falling in.
Keeps it safe for environmental factors that may cause corrosion.

Conclusion

We hope that this article satisfies your query about the inflatable hot tub’s operation.

Now, that you know how to use and set up an inflatable hot tub, choose one among our list of the best inflatable hot tubs and find the ideal spa for a better hydro-therapeutic experience.