Everything you ever_wanted_to_know_about_whirlpool_tubs

Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About W...
by S. Lewis - http://www.homethangs.com/blog/2012/08/everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-
about-whirlpool-tubs/

Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Whirlpool Tubs
Whirlpool tubs are among the most coveted bathroom upgrades out there. There's just something about a big,
beautiful, jetted tub that says "I've made it" in terms of luxury and R&R. But not all whirlpool tubs are equal. So
even if you're ready to dive head first into your luxury bathroom remodel, read this first! Not only do whirlpool tubs
come in different in sizes, shapes, and styles, there are also quite a few types that produce very different user
experiences. So, especially if you've never used a whirlpool tub before, this little bit of lingo will help you find a tub
you'll love. The Classic Whirlpool Tub (aka Jetted Tub or Water Jet Tub)

Amiga Whirlpool Tub From Jacuzzi

This is what most people think of when they think of a "jacuzzi" because they were originally designed and
marketed by Jacuzzi almost a hundred years ago. Whirlpool tubs like this Amiga Tub circulate water and force it
back out through a series of jets, sometimes mixed with air to give an intense, deep-tissue massage. This is the
most intense whirlpool experience (too intense to be relaxing for some), and similar to what you'd experience in
your average outdoor hot tub. Importantly you cannot use bath oils or salts in this type of tub, as they can clog
the motor and break the tub as they circulate with the water. Air System Tubs (aka Pure Air, Air Bath, Bubble
Massage, Effervescence Baths)

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Salerno Air Bath Tub From Jacuzzi

The air bath represents the much gentler cousin of the classic whirlpool tub. Instead of water jets, these tubs
produce streams of tiny air bubbles. Like the traditional water jets, they can be adjusted in intensity, producing
anything from a light fizz to a gentle massage, rather than the deep tissue massages of a whirlpool. Air system
tubs like this Salerno Tub are a good choice if you dislike the intense experience of hard water jets, and prefer a
lighter, bubblier experience. Also, you can use bath oils or salts in this type of tub, as the heated air comes from
a separate source and the bath water does not come in contact with the motor or pump. Combo Massage Tub
(aka Salon Spa, Combination Tub)

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Allusion Salon Spa Bathtub From Jacuzzi

As the name implies, combo massage tubs contain both water jets and air jets. These tend to have many more
jets in them than either other type of tub, but not all of them are necessarily used at once, as both systems can be
adjusted independently to get exactly the intensity and type of jet experience you want. Combo massage tubs like
this Allusion Tub are an excellent choice if you're not completely sure which kind of jet you prefer and won't have
the opportunity to try them out. These are also great if multiple people with different tastes will be using the same
tub, or if you sometimes prefer a more intense experience and other times want to be pampered. For the same
reason as whirlpool tubs, combo tubs cannot be used with bath oils or salts. Soaking Tub (aka: I don't really
want a whirlpool, I just want to soak)

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Riva Freestanding Soaking Tub From Jacuzzi

If you've read this far and are still feeling a little ambivalent or uncertain about your options, it might be that you
don't actually want a whirlpool tub after all - you just want a big, deep tub to soak, relax, and unwind undisturbed
by man, beast, or pesky water jets. The good news for you is that there are now soaking tubs like this Riva Tub
that are just as deep, long, and wide as your average whirlpool tubs, both built in and freestanding. That means
you can enjoy the luxury of being totally submerged in water without having to go for a full hot tub, plus you can
use bath oils or salts to your heart's content. Chromatherapy (aka Light Therapy, Illumatherapy, or "with lights")

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Acero Chromatherapy Whirlpool Tub From Jacuzzi

Chromatherapy isn't a particular type of tub, but a common add-on feature offered by most luxury brands.
Whirlpool tubs with chromatherapy (like this Acero Tub) essentially contain a series of LED lights placed variously
below the water line that seem to tint the water when they're turned on. The lights can be altered to almost any
color in the rainbow, and many of them have pulsing or color changing settings as well. Why? Because science
has found again and again that colors have a profound effect on the mood, and the use of colored light can help
deepen and intensify the relaxing or invigorating experience of using whirlpool tubs. Sound Therapy (aka
VibrAcoustic or built in sound system)

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Fountainhead VibrAcoustic Whirlpool Tub From Kohler

Many luxury whirlpool tubs also include the option to add on full stereo systems or, at the very least, link up your
iPod so you can enjoy your favorite music while you soak. If you don't already have an easy, waterproof way to
play music in your bathroom and you'd like one, this can be an excellent add-on. Some brands, like Kohler, go a
step further, with tubs that actually use the music you're playing to produce vibrations that ripple through your bath
water. In fact, this Fountainhead Tub even comes with built in sound therapy rhythms designed to help energize
and invigorate your body and mind. In Line Heating (aka RapidHeat, Whirlpool Heater, Safe-T-Heater)

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Calla EcoSilent Whirlpool Tub With In Line Heating From Porcher

Another add on and, I'll admit, a personal favorite, in-line heating is available in select whirlpool tubs and
essentially heats and/or maintains the temperature of your bath water. Now, if you're buying a whirlpool tub in the
first place, I think it's fair to say there's a good chance you'll spend some time soaking in it. And when you have a
tub that can hold over a hundred gallons of water, you probably don't want to have to top it off every time the
water starts to cool down. Whirlpool tubs with in-line heating like this Calla EcoSilent Tub from Porcher will keep
your water as hot as you like it for as long as you want to use it. Tub For Two

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Consonance Two-Seat Combination Whirlpool Tub From Kohler

While this is neither strictly a feature nor a type of tub, it's important to note that there's an increasing number of
indoor whirlpool tubs that are designed to seat two rather than just one. Some of these come in the form of long,
figure-8 shaped tubs and some square, round, or wedge shaped ones that are more like your traditional hot tub.
This Consonance Tub is a pretty good example, with two side-by-side depths and a nice "cool off" ledge to boot.
So if you've got the extra space and are looking to spend some quality time with your significant other, there are
whirlpool tubs of all types that can accommodate you. No Room For Two (A Tub AND A Shower, That Is)

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Acclaim Whirlpool Tub From Sterling

If you're reading this in hopes that I'm going to reveal the secret whirlpool tubs that will work in an ordinary every
day sized bathroom without room for a separate shower, your patience has just been rewarded. Not all whirlpool
tubs are an inaccessible luxury. In fact, Sterling offers a whole line of surprisingly practical whirlpool tubs, again in
a variety of types, that are the same five foot length as your average bathtub (rather than a whopping 6 or 7 feet
long). In fact, many of them - like this Acclaim Whirlpool Tub - even come with built in shower walls, so you can
use the space every day even if you don't have time to soak. What are you looking for in a whirlpool tub? What
type are you most interested in, and what are your favorite add-ons? Let me know in the comments!

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