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needlewing
We have a used hot tub and would like to know which way to go. Which would be easier or more economical, If it's the wood deck,would it hold the weight? I guess it doesn't have to be up very high off the ground. The hot tub is 8' X 8'. Usually a concrete pad would be about 4 inches thick, right? My husband had even mentioned using those paver blocks that are like 2 inches thick. Would they be a good or bad idea?
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You can build a deck under it, but it would be up off of the ground. The minimum framing lumber I'd use is 2x12, at 12" on center. The beams underneath would also need to be 2x12. With decking you're over 2' off of the ground. A slab is cheaper and easier. 4" is plenty thick enough, as long as it's on a good, compacted subbase. Good luck.
You can build a deck under it, but it would be up off of the ground. The minimum framing lumber I'd use is 2x12, at 12" on center. The beams underneath would also need to be 2x12. With decking you're over 2' off of the ground. A slab is cheaper and easier. 4" is plenty thick enough, as long as it's on a good, compacted subbase. Good luck.
How do you treat hard water for use in a hot tub?
cmks253
I have a very hard time getting the water right in my hot tub. The ph is high and the water turns rusty after so many chemicals are poured in. The hot tub is for 7-8 people and I think holds 450 gallons but am not sure because it was here when I bought the house. I really want to use it often but can not figure out this water situation.
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We too moved into a home that all ready had a hot tub in it. I found the best thing is to have your water tested. Most hot tub places will do this for free. You just have to go in and get a test kit from them. The test it for free so you will buy the products they recommend, but remember you don't have to.
Once you know what your water needs shop around. Some times they have the best deals, some times they don't. Ask about buying in larger containers. Like five gallon buckets of chlorine. These are usually much cheaper and last longer.
If you don't know of a hot tub place in your area look in the yellow pages or on line.
We too moved into a home that all ready had a hot tub in it. I found the best thing is to have your water tested. Most hot tub places will do this for free. You just have to go in and get a test kit from them. The test it for free so you will buy the products they recommend, but remember you don't have to.
Once you know what your water needs shop around. Some times they have the best deals, some times they don't. Ask about buying in larger containers. Like five gallon buckets of chlorine. These are usually much cheaper and last longer.
If you don't know of a hot tub place in your area look in the yellow pages or on line.
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