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With the summer months well and truly behind us, you may be thinking that now is the time to drain and cover your hot tub for winter. But what if we told you that the cold weather shouldn’t stop you from using your hot tub at winter time and enjoying its relaxing benefits?
In fact, winter is one of the best times to use your hot tub, as it becomes the perfect place to enjoy your garden and make the most of your outdoor spaces as the cold weather sets in. So, whether you’re a current hot tub owner or you’re considering making the investment, let’s find out why you should make the most of your hot tub during the winter months.
We all love and appreciate our hot tubs during the summer, but winter is when the hydrotherapeutic benefits of these systems really come into their own. As the days get shorter and colder, your warm, bubbling hot tub becomes the perfect outdoor haven to retreat to on a cold day.
The warm water helps to improve blood flow and aid circulation, which is an excellent health benefit on its own, but the real advantage of this cold-weather activity is that it relieves sore muscles and joints. Cold weather can exacerbate the physical pain that sore joints cause, and this time of year can be particularly uncomfortable for those suffering from arthritis or other similar conditions which can flare up in cold weather. So, get ahead of this seasonal discomfort by taking daily dips in your hot tub and enjoy the natural pain management that comes from warming the muscles, reducing tension, and encouraging blood flow to sore areas.
Beyond these therapeutic benefits, using your hot tub at winter time allows you to enjoy a unique sensory experience that is reserved for only those who own a hot tub. The unusual contrast between the brisk winter air around your head and neck, and the soothing warm water that surrounds you, is a uniquely rejuvenating and enjoyable experience, much like natural hot springs in cold climates, and can be enjoyed all season long. So, why travel halfway around the world or book yourself in for an expensive spa stay when you can enjoy this experience at any time in your own back garden.
Enjoy a few drinks with friends, soothe your aches and pains after a long day, and enjoy all that your beloved garden has to offer by creating the perfect setup around your hot tub.
With the right decorative touches, and a few simple additions, your garden will be transformed into an inviting and cosy space with your hot tub at the centre, so here are some ideas to help you get started:
Whilst your hot tub comes with its own lid, it’s a good idea to invest in a cover from our range to protect your hot tub from the winter weather. We stock garden buildings to suit all requirements, from the automated Covana Oasis Hot Tub Cover that functions as an easy-to-use gazebo thanks to its retractable shades, to the best-selling Legacy Hot Tub Gazebo, so take a look and find the right one for your garden.
Whether you use wooden panels and fitted shades around your hot tub, or simply surround the space with tall plants and a panel wall at the back, use whatever privacy screens you feel comfortable with to create a private space around your hot tub.
It gets dark quickly during the winter months, so don’t let the early sunsets get in your way. Instead, string some fairy lights across the top of your cover or gazebo or add some candle lanterns to keep your space well lit, and don’t forget to take advantage of the built-in lighting options your hot tub offers, such as underwater or coloured lights.
To keep things cosy, and to have your warm towels and clothes to hand after a dip, add comfortable lounge chairs around your hot tub and cover them with blankets.
Now all that is needed are some loved ones to enjoy it with – so, invite your friends over for a candle-lit evening in the hot tub or encourage your whole family to take a soothing dip after a long weekend walk. Whatever way you decide to use your hot tub, all that matters is that you’re making the most of it and enjoying all that it has to offer during these cold winter months.
If you have become used to using your hot tub at certain times during the summer, then don’t stop your hot tub routines just because it’s winter.
Amongst its many features, the Jacuzzi SmartTub upgrade puts you in control of all your hot tubs’ facilities, including the water filtration and temperature systems, pumps, jets, lights and more. This system allows you to activate these facilities remotely, meaning that you no longer have to wrap up warm and run outside to adjust your hot tub settings – instead, you can simply do so via your connected device and head outside once everything is ready for you and your guests.
The system also offers Vacation Mode, which allows you to set up your long-term preferences whilst you’re away. Once activated, this mode keeps the water at a warm enough temperature to keep the necessary filtration cycles running without using too much energy, saving you up to 25% on standby heating. So, whether you’re at home, on your way back, or too busy with your guests to manually set up the hot tub, let the Jacuzzi SmartTub do all this for you.
You will also receive an estimate of your energy savings whilst the features are activated, so if you’re worried about the excessive energy usage of your setup, or the risk of power outages, let us set your mind at ease by installing your upgrade today.
So, before you decide to drain and cover your hot tub for winter, ask yourself if you really want to spend the next few months without it.
Winter is the ideal time to enjoy the soothing benefits of your hot tub, either on your own or with your loved ones, so don’t let the cold weather get in the way of enjoying your therapeutic, private setup. So, find the best swim spa or hot tub for your garden in our full range and get started on your new winter wellness routine.
