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Cedar Hot Tubs
All About Cedar Hot Tubs
If you are interested hot tubs that provide a traditional
experience, consider looking at cedar hot tubs. There is nothing like
a cedar spa for full immersion therapy and great conversation. Cedar is one
of the best materials for spas, and if you invest in the best cedar spa you
can afford you will be rewarded with many years of relaxation and hot tub
enjoyment.
Hot tubs made of cedar have their roots in the ancient tradition of
cooperage, or barrel making. The planks of a cedar spa are cut and machined
precisely so that they fit together better. They are not sealed with caulk,
silicone, or any other material but instead rely on the expansion of the
wood to create a tight, waterproof seal. When combined with metal straps
around the circumference of the spa, the best tubs are waterproof,
decorative and blend in nicely with their surroundings.
The two most common choices for heating a cedar spa are natural gas or
electricity. Your choice of the best hottub
heater will depend on the cost and availability of each energy source.
Remember that hot tubs made of cedar do not have the same amount of
insulation as hard shell portable home spas,
so it is even more important to select a heat source that is economical and
use a high quality cover that contains good insulation.
You can find a cedar spa in nearly any size that works for you, although the
two most common hot tub sizes seat four to six people and six to eight
people. Selecting the best size for you depends on the space you have
available for installation and the number of people you expect to use it.
Like modern portable hot tubs, the cost
of heating a spa made of cedar will vary depending on the size so take that
into consideration when deciding on which model to buy.
For more information also see: In-ground
hot tubs
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