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The Four Components Of A Viking Spa

Posted by The Great Escape Blog on Tuesday Jul 26, 2011 2:51 pm

Although not all spas are created equally, it is a fact that all portable spas have four primary components: the shell, the plumbing, the cabinet & the power system. Viking believes that the greatness of the individual parts is what make the greatness of the whole spa. That is why they focus on using only the best components, made exclusively in the USA to know that their spa will provide the therapy and dependability that customers demand.

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The Shell:
Made of a virtually indestructible thermoplastic, Vikings High Density Polyethylene is impervious to delamination seen when acrylic is either backed by fiberglass or a differing material rigidizer like ABS. Blistering or cracking are also not evident in our product. Their revolutionary HDPE shell is to the spa industry what the invention of plastic bottles were to the soda industry. Or for that matter what fiberglass was to the auto industry to prevent rusting in automobiles. Products made with HDPE range from containers to children's toys. HDPE is in virtually every industry because of its durability and value. Therefore, Viking is pleased to be the leading producer of HDPE spas to the spa industry.

The Plumbing:
Viking is proud of its relationship with WaterwayTM. Where many spa manufacturers now use jets manufactured in China that have "similar" design characteristics to WaterwayTM, the simple fact remains that the dependability and quality of WaterwayTM is phenomenal. Working with this leader in the spa industry, Viking has balanced it's plumbing system to provide unrivaled power behind every jet.

The Cabinet:
Vikings investment into molds and tooling to produce our cabinet panels have given them an edge. No longer reliant on glue and staples to hold together panel boards, their one piece injection molded panel provides years of carefree maintenance.

The Power System:
Once again, Viking has turned to the best power pack provider in the industry, BalboaTM to supply all our power systems. Matched with WaterwayTM Executive Series Pumps, their power system is backed by two of the oldest suppliers in the industry.

Hot Tub Covers: Put a Lid On Your Precious Investment

Posted by The Great Escape Blog on Monday Jul 18, 2011 10:52 am

The backyard of your dreams is nearly complete. You have decided on your perfect spa and have it customized to your liking. Don’t forget to put a lid on it! It is crucial a hot tub cover accompanies your dream spa on its first day home.

A hot tub cover is one of the single most important necessities of a hot tub.

1. As heat from spa water rises, the spa cover insulates against heat loss, which, without a cover would incur additional electrical costs for the homeowner.

2. Leaves, dirt and other debris are captured by the cover and prevent them from falling into the water.

3. The top of the spa is protected from damage resulting from extreme weather conditions. The cover ensures that hot tub cover skirt is long enough to prevent the spa’s acrylic edge from being exposed to harmful sunlight.

4. Children, pets and unwanted animals are inhibited from accessing the spa when not in use. In addition, hot tub covers meet the safety requirement of ASTM F-1346-91.

Important Facts About Jacuzzi Hot Tub Covors

Jacuzzi has developed strict specifications for their hot tub covers. They have specific requirements for foam density, vapor barrier bag density, vinyl weight, c-channel support, stitching, thread, skirt length, handle material, zipper material along with a variety of other requirements. Inspecting to these standards will assure you are getting one of the best spa covers in the industry built specifically for your spa.

What Consumers Should Know

Hot tub covers need to be cared for just as any outdoor product. Keeping your vinyl cleaned and conditioned will help to extend the life of your cover. As the main ingredient in the encasement is vinyl, please use a high-quality cleaner and conditioner for vinyl that is not petroleum based. Your cover is exposed to air pollutants, acid rain, bird droppings, and strong UV rays. Failure to care for your cover properly can prematurely age your cover.

Alternative Hot Tub Therapy

Posted by The Great Escape Blog on Thursday Jul 14, 2011 2:15 pm

Rejuvenate with the healing benefits of at-home alternative spa therapy.

Water therapies involving warm water infused with deep massage have healed people around the world for centuries. Sundance hot tubs take this healing tradition to a new level by incorporating color, light, scent, music, and specialized hydromassage techniques into your hydrotherapy sessions.

Sundance hot tubs are perfect for experiencing the benefits of alternative hot tub therapy such as reflexology, chromatherapy and watsu.

•   Reflexology: Hydromassage directed to pressure points in the feet can stimulate positive energy channels in other parts of the body. The foot jets in many of their models are ideal for the massaging foot work involved in Reflexology.
•   Chromatherapy: Tap into the effects associated with specific colors to benefit the body and spirit. The multi-colored SunGlow lighting in 880 Series spas, as well as the colored lights in the 780 and 680 Series (optional) hot tubs, cast a spectrum of mood-enhancing shades.
•   Watsu: A combination of the words "Water" and "Shiatsu," watsu uses gentle movement and acupressure to encourage relaxation and energy flow. The healing art of watsu can be practiced in our large hot tubs.

Choosing The Right Hot Tub Jet Combination

Posted by The Great Escape Blog on Tuesday Jul 12, 2011 10:13 am

There seems to be an obsession in consumers’ minds with hot tub jet count when it comes down to determining which spa is suitable. The number of hot tub jets alone does not guarantee a good massage. A combination of the right hot tub jets in the right formation ensures a good massage.

•   A great spa massage includes hot tub jets that are the right size for a specific muscle group with the appropriate intensity.
•   All spa jets are made to direct water flow. You can customize a massage by controlling the flow. Divert water flow pressure from one seat to the next and turn the hot tub jets off and on individually to personalize your massage.
•   Many hot tub jets are designed to move back and forth. A rotating stream of water replicate a hand circling, or rubbing certain areas of your back.