When you’re under 5’5, the idea of getting in a deep hot tub might be a little daunting. My wife being 5’0 presented a challenge in finding a hot tub when we were choosing one. And I mean no offense when I say “hot tub for short people.” I haven’t found a politically correct version […]
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How are Swim Spas Heated?
If swim spas can run all year, how are they heated? If you compare swim spas with pools, then you’ll be pleasantly surprised when comparing heating options. Most pools require an external heat source like natural gas, propane or an electric heat pump (which costs thousands to buy and hundreds of dollars to run even […]
Can a Swim Spa Really Run All Year Long in Cold Climates?
There’s a healthy amount of skepticism around swim spas, and rightly so. It almost seems too good to be true. People ask, “Can they REALLY run all year round?” They think it’s some kind of gimmick. But swim spas function mostly like a giant hot tub. They have similar insulation and equipment, although often they […]
Who are the best hot tub dealers in Winnipeg, Manitoba?
At Urban Life Pools & Hot Tubs, we meet hundreds of people every year who have bought hot tubs in the Winnipeg, Manitoba area and do extensive research on their experience with their hot tubs. If you’ve been browsing our website and are on our email list then you know how we approach the hot […]
Can a swim spa be sunk in the ground?
We get this question from time to time – can a swim spa be partly or completely sunk into the ground? The answer? Technically yes, but it is not recommended.. We see all sorts of cool marketing pics with cool sunken in swim spas and hot tubs, and while they look great… Coming from a […]
How to get rid of bio-film in your hot tub
Most hot tub folks have been getting by on their water all winter and are looking to do a drain and fill soon. We’ve had more than a few coming by in the last few weeks for filters, products to clean out plumbing and filter cleaners. There are a lot of products out there and […]
Auction Hot Tubs – Do or Don’t?
Being in Steinbach, we definitely see hot tubs go up for auction in the area. It can be a great way to score a deal on a hot tub, but there are a few things to know first. Are auction hot tubs as good a deal as they’re cracked up to be? These auction hot […]
Hot tub too hot? Here’s how to prevent overheating in the summer
With summer temperatures in the 30s in Manitoba, you might not be thinking too much about your hot tub. But some folks still enjoy a nice massage and don’t want to be boiling hot. Or you might find that your hot tub’s temperature is too high and won’t come down. The sun beating down on […]
How to choose a swim spa/all season pool
If you start researching swim spas, you can get overwhelmed pretty quickly. There is a huge range of prices, features, swim jets and every brand out there is bragging about why they’re so special. How do you choose the right one? Well let’s start with the basics. What can a swim spa do? A swim […]
How hot do swim spas get?
One question that comes up a lot when people are looking at swim spas is “How hot do swim spas get?” The answer, like most things is…it depends. But here’s a handy article on that very topic: https://www.hydropoolhottubs.com/en/About_Us/Blog/2018/December/how-hot-do-swim-spas-get Also, just a heads up that we are having a big sale next week. All swim spas are […]
