If you love the idea of getting into hot water in your garden but are looking for a more rustic hot tub design, a cedar hot tub may be the solution.  Cedar hot tubs are the forerunners to the more modern all-singing, all-dancing acrylic vacuum-formed models but for some, nostalgia wins out and they are still the product of choice.

Whilst there are a variety of wooden hot tubs on the market in the UK, mainly imported from Canada, a UK manufacturer has responded to this market niche and come up with an amazing new twist on the original format.  Andy Walsh, the founder of Rustic Tubs, based in Scotland, went about building a wooden hot tub that didn’t need any kind of elecrical supply in response to rural constraints on electrical power supplies.

Andy says “We built lots of prototypes before we perfected the process of building the cedar barrel-style tubs which we combined with our unique aluminium firebox, essentially a wood-burning stove…unlike electric spas which must be kept on permanently to ensure a working temperature, the firebox in your rustic tub is lit prior to each use, saving you money.  You can fuel your firebox with wood, coal or smokeless fuel depending on your environment”.

We think this is a great product for those with electrical constraints or a traditionally landscaped garden.  Prices start from just £1,700.  For more details visit the Rustic Tubs website at http://www.rustictubs.com/

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The vast majority of hot tubs are enjoyed in the great outdoors in gardens dotted across the UK.  However, if you want to enjoy the hydrotherapy benefits of your very own hot tub, maybe in your conservatory, orangery or in a purpose-built indoor spa room, the Rendezvous by Marquis Spas is a great model that combines the space-saving benefits of a triangular shape with an ingenious interior design that comfortably accomodates up to 3 bathers. Visit the Marquis Spas website for more information.

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The African Thatch Company have launched into the hot tub gazebo market with a fabulous range of genuine African thatched structures including: bars, canopies, gazebos (including hot tub & spa gazebos), surrounds and umbrellas. They offer an extensive model range for both DIY self assembly and nationwide installation by their expert installation teams.

Stuart Hall, Managing Director of The African Thatch Company says “we have been amazed at the success of our range in recent years…we started to get asked for thatched gazebos for hot tubs and this has led to us developing a range which is specifically designed to add a traditional wow factor to any hot tub setting”.

The African Thatch Company are actively working with a variety of hot tub retailers and can be contacted at:

Address: Unit 2, Low Mill Workshops, Phoenix Business Centre, Low Mill Road, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 1NSTel: 08453 700445 Fax: 08453 700446

Email: sales@africanthatchcompany.co.uk

Web: www.africanthatchcompany.co.uk
 

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What Spa? are pleased to announce that our What Spa? Approval Scheme has been revised and updated for 2008. 

The last 18 months has unfortunately seen an influx of internet hot tub traders who are setting up websites and importing spuriously manufactured hot tubs from the Far East.  This has led to an influx of hot tub horror stories from internet buyers who in some cases have been sold non-CE compliant hot tubs from the Far East which at best are unserviceable and at worst are dangerous.

We felt it was more important than ever therefore to revamp our What Spa? Approval Scheme to give discerning hot tub buyers greater peace of mind at point of sale and after their hot tub is delivered and installed.  In order to win What Spa? Approval hot tub manufacturers and dealers alike must meet a strict criteria that includes CE compliance, industry approved training, warranty support and showroom facilities where customers can come, view and try the product before they buy.

Whilst the internet is great for many purchases, it is not a buying channel that particularly suits hot tubs, as the comfort and hydrotherapeutic element of hot tubs (which is the most important feature of all for relaxation, health and wellbeing) can only be felt by wet testing first before you commit to a spa.  The differences between hot tub models even from one manufacturer can vary immensely so buying without trying a hot tub first on price from internet sites and online auctions can be a real recipe for disaster.  Indeed we have had over 150 emails in the last 6 months from angry and upset buyers who have fallen victim to such sharp practice and been left high and dry with non-compliant and unfixable hot tubs and no after-sales support.

Look out for the the new 2008 What Spa? Approved logo before you choose your retailer.  Of course it is not a silver bullet to customer satisfaction but it is a very good platform to start from.

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At Last, Hot Tub Expertise on Your Doorstep in North Wales

Arctic Spas Cymru recently opened in Bangor North Wales with the mission to help customers find exactly the right hot tub for their needs.

Recognising that most people in the UK are still slightly bewildered by the hot tub market and are making their first ever purchase of a hot tub, Gareth and Mel, who run Arctic Spas Cymru, are determined to help people take the step up in lifestyle in a well informed way.

After several months of research Gareth opened the Arctic Spas dealership in North Wales with a determination to give customers expert advice, great customer service and first class after-sales support. “We recognise that for many people a hot tub is a fairly big purchase and want the reassurance of dealing with a long-established world-wide hot tub supplier like Arctic Spas”.

Two main ranges are offered including Coyote and Arctic Spas which between them total 13 spas with many optional extras from extra jets, therapy air, ozone purification, music options, and lighting to a wide range of accessories including saunas and gazebos. “Our spas are all customisable so your tub can be tailored to your personal needs and preferences, either before delivery at Arctic Spas’ UK facility or even after installation. Arctic and Coyote Spas are upgradeable on-site, so you don’t need to worry that you’ve made a wrong choice of optional extras.”
Arctic Spas Cymru is open seven days a week to provide the hot tub shopper with expertise and support whenever they need it.

For more information visit www.spascymru.com

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