Today we have launched our new WhatSpa? Approved standards for 2007 so that our readers can go hot tub shopping with confidence when they see the WhatSpa? stamp of approval being displayed in hot tub retail outlets and on product literature and hot tub retailer websites.  Here is the completely objective set of criteria that a hot tub manufacturer, importer or retailer will have to meet in order to become accredited and qualify to display our WhatSpa? Approved 2007 Logo:

 Hot Tub Manufacturers/Importers:

• BISHTA (British & Irish Spa & Hot Tub Association) Membership.

• Fully CE Compliant Hot Tubs & Spare Parts.
• Mandatory technical training program for all retailers who will be responsible for service work and warranty support.
• A fully comprehensive parts and labour warranty that covers all non-consumable hot tub components and parts for a minimum of 12 months.
• A warranty support program that protects hot tub owners and offers continuity of warranty and service support in the event that their retailer ceases trading.

Hot Tub Retailers:

• BISHTA (British & Irish Spa & Hot Tub Association) Membership.
• At least 1 member of staff who holds a certificate for attendance on a  BISHTA recognised training course in water hygiene management.
• Proof of a spa water testing regime for showroom spas to ensure a  safe environment for consumers.
• A showroom or retail facility with at least 1 fully operational hot tub on display for clients to wet test.
• Ability to offer or recommend an electrical installation service or contractor who is 16th edition qualified and Part P qualified. Download our FREE Spa Buyers Guide for more on electrical regulations for spas.
• A fully trained and accredited service technician either employed by them or available on a sub-contract basis.
• Facilities to accept credit card payment for added consumer protection by credit card issuers.

Look out for the WhatSpa? seal of approval before you commit to purchase for that extra peace of mind in knowing that you are buying a brand that is supported by a well-established and professional infrastructure here in the UK.

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After our blog on those beautiful thatched hot tub gazebos last week, if you’re looking for something entirely more state-of-the-art to cover your hot tub the polycarbonate Spa Dome fits the bill to perfection.  After years of cedar hot tub gazebos it seems we now have a great range to choose from to suit all tastes.  Both the Spa Dome Orlando and the Spa Sunhouse can be finished in aluminium trim for that ultra modern finish and the designs are ingenious…besides being able to lounge in your hot tub and gaze up at the stars despite being undercover, the Spa Dome Orlando rotates on a mounting track so that you can have the large sliding door area facing any direction you like on any given day.  If you are interested in the Spa Dome hot tub gazebo range contact www.poolcover-ipc.com

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If you own a spa or hot tub and are having a technical hitch why not challenge the experience and knowhow of our spa doctor team.  If we don’t know the answer to your hot tub issue immediately we generally know a man (or woman) who does, so leave a comment here and we will get straight onto it for you.

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Do you have a passion that pervades every area of your lifestyle or perhaps you just simply want to display how patriotic you are next time your buddies come round to help you support your national side and drink your liquor cabinet dry?  The ultimate in customisation has hit the UK hot tub market with a huge splash…Panache Spas in Kettering have partnered with a leading European hot tub manufacturer to offer a hot tub shell that can be customised to whatever image, colour scheme or design you could possibly wish for.

Mark Jackson, the Director of Panache Spas sent us some photos of his most recent project…one of his hot tub clients loves his Kawasaki more than life itself and can’t bear to be away from it, even when he is relaxing in his top-of-the-range hot tub.  So Mark got busy, colour matched the bike and hey presto a Kawasaki-themed hot tub was born. 

Mark recently exhibited a Union Jack hot tub design and has since sold both Scottish and Welsh hot tub designs as well in the run up to the 6 Nations Rugby Championship.  For more information visit www.panachepools.com or email Mark on mark@panachepools.com

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If you have recently quite literally taken the plunge and bought your hot tub, share your experience and knowhow with your fellow hot tub buyers.  How did you find the buying experience?, which hot tubs did you shortlist and which hot tub model did you choose and why?  Post your very own hot tub buyers blog to our site or email it to us at info@whatspa.com entitled “Hot Tub Blog” along with any installation photos  and we will upload it for you.

The best hot tub buyers’ blog each month as judged by our editorial team will receive a FREE £25 voucher for hot tub chemicals and accessories so sharpen your pencils (or typing fingers) and get writing.

Nick

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