Not at all. Jacuzzi is simply a brand name of hot tub. All brands will have different features and components to make them different from other hot tub brands. However, rather than focusing on a name, your hot tub purchase should be based on the quality and features that fit your budget and desires.
We often use the term 'hot tub' interchangeably with 'jacuzzi' but the two are actually different things. The main difference between hot tubs and jacuzzis is that hot tubs refer to a large tub of hot water, used for relaxation and hydrotherapy. Jacuzzi is a trademarked brand of hot tubs.
Key Differences Between Jacuzzis and Hot Tubs
The primary difference between the two is that hot tubs can be manufactured and sold by an array of different companies; they come in different sizes and shapes; and they're typically more energy-efficient and affordable than brand-name Jacuzzis.
“Jacuzzi” is an Italian family name that's also the brand name of a spa manufacturer. The original founders of the company-two brothers-made a pump that went over the side of a bathtub to produce a whirlpool effect. Years later they started making spas. Think of the analogy between “Levis” and “jeans”.
Jacuzzi® is a brand name that is often misapplied. The brand name belongs only to air-jetted bathtubs, hot tubs, and other products produced by Jacuzzi Inc. Portable, above-ground hot tubs, such as Caldera spas, are also called spas due to the many high-quality features and hydrotherapy benefits they offer consumers.
An average adult should spend between 15 and 30 minutes in their hot tub. If the water temperature is 104° F (40° C), the maximum safe time is 15 minutes. If the water temperature is between 95-100° F, you should be able to stay in hot tubs for 30 minutes.
If you're planning to use a hot tub frequently, it can be a really good idea to dedicate a swimsuit (or collection of swimsuits) for hot tub use only. Swimwear that's worn in multiple different bodies of water, like the sea, or lakes, can carry contaminants that are harmful to your hot tub.
A hot tub is built with many expensive operating components like heaters, jet pumps, and circulation pumps, and it's wise to have the best quality parts upfront versus costly fixes and replacements down the road with subpar components.
Some hot tubs come with an inbuilt cooling system but for most all you really need to do is simply turn the temperature dial down. You may need to wait a while for the temperature to drop but once it has you'll have a cooler tub in which to refresh on even the hottest of days.
Hot tubs are sometimes also known as "spas" or by the trade name Jacuzzi.
As a general rule of thumb, most hot tub sessions last between 15 and 45 minutes. If after 45 minutes you want to keep soaking, we recommend stepping out for a bit to give your body a break. Hydrate, rest and then enter the spa again.
A jetted bathtub can be difficult to install in a bathroom. It is large, bulky, and can be fragile if it is not properly handled. Before you consider getting a jetted bathtub installed in your home take some steps to assess your bathroom and see if there is enough sufficient space available.
Don't Treat It Like a Bathtub
Hot tubs aren't intended to be used as a bathtub, especially when it comes to soap and suds of any kind. This can cause costly damages and a major foam issue. Never add bubble bath, shampoo, detergent or any other soap product.
A post-soak shower is a good idea because it allows you to rinse off any chemical residue, protect your skin from dryness and cool off after being exposed to warm temperatures. Aside from these benefits, the contrast of the hot tub's warmth and the coolness of the shower will leave you with a soothing feeling.
It is okay to hot tub every day if you choose. Even better news, using it daily can benefit your health. Studies on this topic agree that people who use their spa daily have less pain in their muscles and joints, they claim to have more energy, get better, deeper sleep, and some even reported minor weight loss.
Some people choose to leave their hot tubs empty in the summer, particularly if they are going away for extended periods of time during the holidays. Leaving your hot tub empty during these months is not issue provided you have a suitable hot tub cover.
Yes, you can convert your hot tub or spa into a cold plunge pool by plumbing in the chilled water supply and return water lines from the chiller into your spa. You will use your same spa pump to circulate the water through the chiller (the chiller will not run without flow).
The water in your Jacuzzi® hot tub is usually kept at around 100°F to 102°F but can go as high as 104°F depending on your personal temperature preference.
Above-ground hot tubs are considered personal property. This means they are not considered add-ons to the value of the home. An in-ground hot tub or spa may add value to a home. However, the biggest value-add in a property is for a home that has both a pool and a hot tub.
Before you step into the soothing waters of the hot tub, take a quick shower. This helps wash off makeup, sunscreen, insect repellent, or any other oil-based products that could cloud the water. Rule #3: Suit Up Right. Only clean swimwear is allowed in the tub.
This is because that just by using your hot tub for 15 to 30 minutes daily, or every couple of days, it will have a major impact on your health. A daily routine of hot tub use should help to ease the aches and pains in your body; while loosening up tired and stiff muscles from your neck downwards to your legs and feet.
Your body has oils, lotions, and dead skin cells that aren't good for your hot tub. Even the deodorant you put on every morning can be bad for the filter you rely on to keep your water fresh and clean. Stopping to take a quick shower before hopping in your hot tub can keep you soaking instead of draining and cleaning.