Enjoy The Experience
Today, it’s easier than ever to turn the hot tub you see on the showroom floor
into the customized centerpiece of your backyard.
From lighting options to sound systems, aromatherapy, and landscaping, it’s
easy to create your own experience. And these days, you can control the
electronics with the convenience of a remote control.
Lighting
Lighting features are popular on today’s hot tub models, and the choices are
plentiful. Design lighting around your personality, or use it to create the
perfect mood.
If you plan to spend your nights in your hot tub, soft interior lighting serves
a dual purpose—provding the perfect mood-setting atmosphere and lighting the
way when getting in and out.
Fiber optic lights give you an ambient, color-changing array of lights that
provides a funky, upbeat look when entertaining guests. (Top)
Audio
What will be the soundtrack for your hot tub experience?
Heighten the experience with a surround sound system.
Many models come equipped with built-in and pop-up speakers and the sound
systems have the option of attaching a CD or DVD player.
Some come equipped with special transducers that transform the hot tub into a
giant stereo speaker, which sends sound waves through the bottom of the tub and
into the water. (Top)
Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy uses essential plant oils to affect mood and
promote health. The essences are usually inhaled, but topical application also
can be effective for healthy skin and numerous physical conditions.
Many hot tubs offer aromatherapy options, allowing your favorite scents to
infuse the warm water.
Here are some aromatherapy examples:
Lavender soothes with a sweet, floral scent. Use it for
insomnia, headaches, burns or infection.
Lemon refreshes with a fresh, clean, citrus aroma and can be
used for detoxification, fatigue and oily skin.
Eucalyptus energizes with a penetrating, woody scent. Use it
for colds, flu, muscle ache and poor circulation.
Ylang-ylang is an aphrodisiac, with a sweet, floral scent. Use
it for depression, high blood pressure, oily skin or to create a romantic mood.
Ginger energizes with a spicy, warm scent. Use it for flu,
muscle aches, and nausea. (Top)
Landscaping
Landscaping plays a big role in the overall look and feel of
today’s hot tub and home spa retreats.
When choosing an outdoor location, consider the surroundings. A deck or patio
is ideal to set up your hot tub retreat.
Professional landscaping can transform the area completely. In areas that can
not be landscaped, beautify the area by including potted plants or planting
boxes. You can even add water features like fountains and waterfalls.
Try enclosing your spa with a gazebo for privacy and to enhance the feeling of
an incredible getaway. (Top)
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