How to guides
Everything you need to know about buying, installing and maintaining your hot tub.
Welcome to the WhatSpa? Tips & Guide section of our site. From buying guides to installation guidance and hot tub maintenance, we’ve got you covered. Our aim is to provide you with as much independent and comprehensive information as possible. When you’re ready to start short listing your ideal hot tub to make an informed and stress-free choice, request the latest edition of WhatSpa? for free.
Learn everything you need to know about your hot tub’s heater, including how to extend its lifespan – and help it get your spa up to temperature faster.
Hot tubs last from a few years to a few decades, depending on how good the model is. Discover the steps you can take to extend the lifespan of yours by years.
Discover eight simple ways to transform your hot tub into a stylish spa bar. Just don’t blame us if your guests don’t want to leave your next spa-rty!
Learn how to work out whether your decking can support the hot tub you’ve got your eye on.
Upgrade your hot tub experience with one of these 8 luxurious hot tub surrounds. Let us show you the best hot tub surround ideas for your home.
Get clued up on the standard hot tub sizes to quickly find the right spa for you. Discover the typical dimensions of small, medium, and large hot tubs.
See our comprehensive list of hot tub health benefits including the latest findings and research. Benefits can include improved sleep, reduced back pain & enhanced mood.
Buying, Maintaining a Hot Tub Guides
What is the best number of jets for a hot tub? How do I make my spa jets stronger? Find out in our comprehensive guide.
Installing an air source hot tub heat pump could shave hundreds of pounds off your hot tub running costs each year.
A standard five-seater hot tub weighs around 2,000kg when it’s full of water and people. Failure to create a flat surface and solid foundation for that kind of weight and […]
How well a hot tub has been insulated is one of the biggest factors in how much it costs to run. You’ll certainly pay a bit more upfront for a […]
Your step-by-step guide to draining your home spa, refilling it, and getting it ready to use again.
This edition is full of spa reviews as well as top tips on buying, owning and maintaining your very own hot tub.
Don’t buy a hot tub or swim spa without it!
Remember that your choice of spa should be as much about the integrity, professionalism and after-sales service offered by potential retailers as it is about the spa itself.