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Hot Tub Covers for Marquis Reward

March 13th, 2012 by Jack Stone

We often get calls for this model so I wanted to post to make it available for all.  Its a hard cover to make by hand but since we use CAD files for all covers its as easy as a square  hot tub cover us.

So if you have a Marquis Reward the drawing below will help you verify exactly that this is your model.

This model was also known as their “Make A Wish” model and I believe one of the most popular models.

Marquis Spas are great hot tubs made in Oregon and have been making spas or hot tubs for about 25 years.

The company is known for great filtration and solid customer service.  The one down side is they have a very limited number of spa dealers.

We find they have most dealer coverage in the North West which makes sense because that’s their backyard.

If you have a Marquis Spa and are looking for a spa cover but a different model, here is a list of all the models: Marquis Spa Covers

If you do not have a Marquis but are looking for a new spa cover or hot tub cover, you can order any shape or model of spa cover here : Spa Covers

 

 

 

 

 

HOT TUB BOATS

March 2nd, 2012 by Jack Stone

The Race to Get the First Hot Tub Boat

Posted by Wm.™ Steven Humphrey on Fri, Mar 2, 2012 at 10:44 AM

This “rivalry” that Portland supposedly has with Seattle is a goddamn joke. We’re better in practically every conceivable way, and they know it. HOWEVER! It has come to my attention (via Bethany over at Slog) that Seattle is on the cusp of getting… THEIR OWN “HOT TUB BOAT” COMPANY. Hot Tubs! Inside a boat! That you can ride around in!

 

From the Hot Tub Boats site:

Imagine navigating the waters of Lake Union with sweeping views of the Seattle skyline while lounging in a luxurious soaking tub.
The boat can accommodate up to six persons while underway, and eight at dockside. It is powered by an almost silent electric motor at approximately 4 to 6 knots. Each hot tub boat is equipped with built in dry storage and two coolers.

The Hot Tub Boat Company is expected to start renting Hot Tub Boats to Seattlites by “Summer 2012.” THIS AGGRESSION SHALL… NOT… STAND. What follows is a slightly amended speech first made by President John F. Kennedy in 1961.

Now it is time to take longer strides—time for a great new Portland enterprise—time for this Portland to take a clearly leading role in Hot Tub Boat achievement, which in many ways may hold the key to our future on Earth. Recognizing the head start obtained by the Seattlites with their advanced Hot Tub Boat technology, which gives them many months of lead-time, and recognizing the likelihood that they will exploit this lead for some time to come in still more impressive successes, we nevertheless are required to make new efforts on our own.

I believe that this Portland should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of sending a man onto the river in a Hot Tub Boat and returning him safely to the land.
We choose to build a hot tub boat. We choose to build a hot tub boat in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard!

Hot Tub On Roof?

February 24th, 2012 by Jack Stone

An unauthorized hot tub installation had nothing to do with a couple who donated $15 million to  University of Michigan Computer Science Engineering building.

It appears to be a PRANK!  The hot tub appeared one night and disappeared shortly there after.

“People were kind of flabbergasted,” CSE spokesman Steven Crang said of the hot tub, which had a wave of visitors Sunday and Monday. “It was obviously unexpected. It was pretty creative and now it’s gone. It left a buzz in its wake.”

How Did That Hot Tub Get Here?

Crang said the group of students responsible is still a mystery.

“It’s apparently people who are close to the department because they were able to gain access to the building and install the tub,” Crang said, adding that the installation was likely difficult. “The thing that intrigued everyone was that it was on the fourth-floor balcony. It’s a large hot tub and the doors that lead out to the balcony are not real big, so they had to do some work to get it out there.”

The hot tub, first reported by The Michigan Daily, sparked a wave of conversation between U-M students on social media, including a thread on Reddit.

“I am in the dude (Duderstadt building) right now, will walk over and check it out here in a few minutes and report back,” Reddit contributor fuzzball90 wrote when word of the hot tub first appeared online, later reporting: “It’s legit. Working hot tub.”

“Can … can I study in it? I’m not CSE,” asked another contributor.

“I don’t see why not. I spent an hour in there earlier and I’m Mechanical,” fuzzball90 responded.

Images of the hot tub appeared on imgur. That gallery has nearly 144,000 views.

So what did Bob and Betty Beyster think of it?

“They found it amusing,” Crang said with a laugh.

Saving Hot Tub Water

February 15th, 2012 by Jack Stone

Each year, one household uses about 127,000 gallons of water. Between washing machines, faucets, toilets and showers, we use more water than what is actually necessary. By using low-flow water fixtures on appliances, the amount of water saved can increase greatly and your water bill can go down immensely. In fact, if you install water-saving toilets in your home, you can save 24,000 gallons of water. Together, Americans could save more than 4 billion dollars and 2 trillion gallons of water by using low-flow water fixtures.

So with this in mind lets look at a few ways hot tub owners can save money and save water.

1) Use a thermal blanket on the hot tub.  Cuts evaporation down by 40% and improves heat retention.  Saving you money for heating expense and water use.

2) Keep your spa maintained.  Hot tubs which taken care of get drained less often. So use a system like Frog Floating System. Easy and takes the guess work out of it.  This system cuts the time you’ll spend and saves you money.

3) Use a pre-filter to drain your hot which will pull out the chlorine and other matter.  You can direct the water to gray storage or use directly on plants or lawn.  This saves you time and money on water and makes the spa easy to care for.

4) Replace your hot tub cover after a few years.  Buy a quality spa cover and it will reduce heat and water loss.  Click here for more info on: hot tub covers.

Home Water Conservation Infographic

Source: eLocal.com

Freeflow Spas Purchased By Hot Spring Spas

January 11th, 2012 by Jack Stone

The news came out a couple weeks ago that the largest Hot Tub maker purchased one of the smallest companies in the industry.

Why?
A couple reasons, Freeflow Spas are roto-molded and thus, they are less expensive to make. Therefor Hot Spring now can offer their dealers an entry level price point. Rumors have it that many Hot Spring dealers were starting to sell the Freeflow product over the last two years, so in sense they bought the company that was starting to give them competition for floor space.

The second reason is Costco. In 2011, the major portion of the Freeflow volume was sold to Costco. The type of product Freeflow makes is perfect for mass merchants, light, durable, and lower priced. By buying Freeflow, Hot Spring now has a product that is well suited to the channel and has the best mass client for hot tubs, Costco. The mass channel is important in a time where traditional brick and motor is still shrinking.

Time will tell if Hot Spring is really committed to the mass channel as they might be just waiting for the new product to grow with their current dealer channel and then pull out of Costco when they no longer need the sales to justify the purchase.

What is logical to assume is they (Hot Spring) will be in Costco for 2012 for they need the revenue in the short term to justify the big money they paid for Freeflow. Rumors have Hot Spring/Watkins paying about $6+ million for the company which allot for a company that did less than $10 million in sales . The numbers quoted here could be wrong as no one is talking openly, so these are just an educated guess.

The bottom line is this is good for everyone, Hot Spring will increase the volume, Costco will enjoy having a bigger supplier with better marketing support. The dealers will enjoy having a entry level product from the mother ship. Consumers will enjoy the confidence they are buying a product from the biggest and the best in the industry.

In Search Of The Perfect Hot Tub

January 3rd, 2012 by Jack Stone

It’s wintertime, the season of frozen lawns, iced over windshields, and snow blowers. Certainly, the winter months can get some people down; but if there’s one thing that can lift the damper from your winter blues, it’s a hot tub. Getting a hot tub is great for everyone; couples, families, bachelor pads, and even those in therapy – but buying a hot tub is a complex decision, and there are tons of factors that come into choosing the perfect tub.

Fortunately, this new hot tub comparison lets you sift through over 100 different tubs, helping narrow down your options by what matters most to you. The free tool published by comparison engine FindTheBest, lets you filter through hot tubs by brand, maximum capacity, features, price, tub type, and more. Looking for a smaller tub with remote control and Ozone purification? Just choose these options in the comparison and see which hot tubs meet your needs. Maybe you’re looking for a tub with lower water consumption and LED multicolor lighting – that’s fine too – just adjust the water capacity filter, and see what tubs pop up in the search results.

Finally, once you’ve narrowed down your options, you can even compare hot tubs in a side-by-side format in order to really get down to the details. Check out this side-by-side comparison of 3 Deluxe Hot Tubs:

If you and your family are considering making a hot tub purchase, make sure to give this new tool a quick look. Whether you’re looking for a smaller tub that can be powered by a solar powered heater, or a larger party tub, it’s a decision worthy of some extensive research.

HGTV Chooses Bullfrog Spas Hot Tub Dream Home Design

December 14th, 2011 by Jack Stone

HGTV Features Bullfrog Spas Hot Tub and SpaVault in 2012 Dream Home Design

HGTV, the leader in home and garden, landscape design, and interior design programming features a Bullfrog Model 662 in their 2012 Dream Home.

Bullfrog Spa in the 2012 HGTV Dream Home

source: HGTV.com/dream-home/

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) December 14, 2011

HGTV, the leader in home and garden television programming, recently featured a Bullfrog Spa Model 662 and the Bullfrog Spas SpaVault below-ground installation kit in their 2012 Dream Home.

HGTV has designed and built a Dream Home each year since 1997. No detail is overlooked in these impressive designs and each is built with a unique style that fits with the region and local surroundings. In addition, the 2012 Dream Home will be given away to a lucky sweepstakes entrant.

The HGTV website displays information, video, an interactive tour of the home, and a large image gallery, which of course includes many beautiful images of the hot tub deck and Bullfrog Spa.

The Dream Home designers chose a Bullfrog Spas Model 662 hot tub, which is an 8’ x 8’ spa with a seating capacity of 6 adults. The Model 662 offers a variety of seating options, including a comfortable bent-knee lounge seat and it features personalized massages via 6 JetPaks.

Only Bullfrog Spas offer patented JetPak Technology. JetPaks are interchangeable jetted seat backs. Each JetPak provides a unique massage sensation. JetPaks allow the Bullfrog Spa owner to customize their hot tub with the jetted massages of their choice at any time according to their massage therapy needs and preferences.

The hot tub deck on the 2012 Dream Home was built using a SpaVault, a unique Bullfrog Spas product. The SpaVault allows the builder or experienced do-it-yourself homeowner to install a Bullfrog Spa below ground or partially in the ground according to landscape design needs. A below ground hot tub in a SpaVault makes it easier to get in and out of the spa and provides open sight lines in your landscape design. SpaVault also provides easy equipment access and protection from the elements.

Relieving Mesothelioma Pain Through Aquatic Therapy

November 21st, 2011 by Jack Stone

 

Relieving Mesothelioma Pain Through Aquatic Therapy

By: Jackie Clark

 

Mesothelioma is a rare and severe form of cancer caused by asbestos exposure. According to The Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance, 2,500 – 3000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with mesothelioma each year. There is no cure, but there are effective treatments. Standard medical treatments for mesothelioma may include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. However, there are alternative, or complementary, forms of treatment that can also relieve pain, increase energy, and improve the quality of life for mesothelioma patients.

One such option is aquatic or spa therapy. Therapists have long recommended aquatic therapy for people with a variety of conditions and injuries. In recent years, evidence has shown that this soothing form of therapy is also beneficial to mesothelioma patients. Common symptoms of mesothelioma include fatigue, difficulty breathing, and pain in the chest and ribs areas. Several aspects of aquatic or hydrotherapy work to in conjunction with each other to combat these painful symptoms. The warm water relaxes sore muscles and joints and reduces pain sensitivity and muscle spasms. The buoyancy of the water increases mobility and stimulates the muscles and nerves. Hydrostatic pressure relieves muscle pain and tension. The water surface tension creates enough resistance to gradually and gently strengthen weakened muscles. Patients recovering from surgery often heal faster with aquatic therapy because the low-impact movement in the water allows for earlier weight-bearing activities.

Another benefit of aquatic therapy is the renewed body, mind, and spirit. Relieving stress and improving one’s life outlook is critical for people facing cancer or any serious condition. The painful symptoms and the uncertainty of life with a mesothelioma diagnosis can take a toll on the patient’s emotional and mental well being. The relaxing and low-impact nature of aquatic therapy can work wonders at restoring a patient’s confidence in the ability to heal.

Patients should consult their physician for the best treatment options. An effective mesothelioma treatment plan both fights the cancer in the body and restores balance and calm to the mind. Ultimately, a combination of traditional medical treatments and complementary treatments like aquatic therapy can improve a patient’s prognosis and potentially increase the mesothelioma life expectancy. Healthier minds and spirits lead to healthier bodies.

 

Help support cancer research: The Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance will donate $1 to cancer research every time someone simply “Likes” their page on Facebook.

 

For additional information on the mesothelioma, visit www.mesothelioma.com.

 

 

Jackie Clark joined the Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance in 2009 as research assistant after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in English and a minor in fitness and nutrition. Jackie’s experience in technical and medical research has allowed her to assist in the development of medical content and outreach efforts, with specializations in alternative care, cancer support programs, and social media campaigns.

Spa Cover Reviews

November 2nd, 2011 by Jack Stone
new spa cover

spa cover sits great

Here are pictures from a client review sent in this morning. We get great email like this every week and we like to try to post them so clients can see what they can expect.

The staff here are experts at getting clients the perfect spa cover every time, the quality is the best, and the value is better than any company.

Below are the client comments:

 

You are fabulous! It couldn’t have fit better if you had stood here and measured it.  Thank you for your great customer service and going the extra mile to find the right cover.

 

Marian

Before and after photos attached.

 

Hot Tub Lodges

October 26th, 2011 by Jack Stone

 

Learn About Locating Lodges With Hot Tubs

October 26, 2011 By

Many people today like to take their vacation using various ways to relax. Lodges with hot tubs can be found if you understand how to find them. You may find that you need to call the location directly to find the information however.

Finding lodges with hot tubs can be an easy process. If you are seeking individual rooms that have this feature, you will likely find that it is openly advertised on their website as well as in their printed information. However, as the demand increasing during peak vacation periods, you will find that the availability is significantly decreased.

Many times you will find that locations that offer this service also have indoor pools. If you are seeking this type of service within the individual rooms, you will find that many times this is advertised on the organization’s website or advertisement in the phone book. This allows you to select from the various providers simply by visiting their site or looking at their advertising.

The choice of a hot tub is made for a variety of reasons. Some people prefer this feature just as a way to relax and unwind. Others may choose this feature to help ease stiff and sore muscles after a long trip.

If the area you are planning to travel to offers things such as spa service, you are likely to find that they will also have these features as well. It is quite common that an organization that advertises rooms for a honeymoon will also have this service in the room. Again, it is important to remember that these rooms are limited and there is a great demand for the service.

Lodges with hot tubs are widely available today. However, due to the number of people looking for this type of accommodation, it can be difficult to find a vacancy. Planning ahead and booking early will be very helpful for this issue for most people. Occasionally you may be able to find the features you want for a last minute reservation.

When you need an great break you should look at log cabin holidays a great experience and if you want you can get lodges with hot tubs which is very VIP.