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General => General info Somewhat hot tub related => Topic started by: donnaduck on January 25, 2015, 03:15:48 pm

Title: waiting for the new spa - amazed by my new husband....
Post by: donnaduck on January 25, 2015, 03:15:48 pm
So all of you helped us with our decision for our new spa, and wet testing some 12-15 models.  We have bought/ordered a Hot Spring Aria, should be delivered mid February.

After debating where to place it, we decided on the lower end of our back decks.  My husband of 169 days never ceases to amaze me.  he is a PE, yet called on his structural engineer buddy.  The result is probably a bit of overkill for deck supports.  He has dug holes (my son helped), placed re-bar (whatever that is) and made cement piers.  They are now connected to wood supports only a little bit more to do to finish up.  Then he will do the electrical work.   My job is to find some decorative touches once all is said and done.

Sharing these photos because I can and I could watch this man work for hours.  :-)  I just love him.  Both our backs will love the new Aria when all is installed and ready to go!

(http://i723.photobucket.com/albums/ww235/dcpakamom/holes.jpg) (http://s723.photobucket.com/user/dcpakamom/media/holes.jpg.html)

(http://i723.photobucket.com/albums/ww235/dcpakamom/holes1.jpg) (http://s723.photobucket.com/user/dcpakamom/media/holes1.jpg.html)

(http://i723.photobucket.com/albums/ww235/dcpakamom/holes3.jpg) (http://s723.photobucket.com/user/dcpakamom/media/holes3.jpg.html)

I can't wait until all in installed and we are enjoying our maiden soak! 

(http://i723.photobucket.com/albums/ww235/dcpakamom/holes4.jpg) (http://s723.photobucket.com/user/dcpakamom/media/holes4.jpg.html)
Title: Re: waiting for the new spa - amazed by my new husband....
Post by: Quickbeam on January 25, 2015, 05:15:59 pm
Congratulations on your new hot tub (and your new husband)!!!
Title: Re: waiting for the new spa - amazed by my new husband....
Post by: donnaduck on January 26, 2015, 09:07:08 pm
Ahh, thank you.  Still more excited about the husband, but rather excited anticipating our new hot tub! :-)
Title: Re: waiting for the new spa - amazed by my new husband....
Post by: Topline Mike on March 04, 2015, 11:11:18 pm
Congratulations!  Looks like he built a train bridge.   ;D
Title: Re: waiting for the new spa - amazed by my new husband....
Post by: alaska on March 05, 2015, 01:19:22 am
Rather have overkill.  I am only going up twenty inches, supported by 4x 12 beam and 2x10 joints one foot on center. supported by ledger attached to the house.  The beam is supported by 3 pilings of 2.75 in pipe drilled 7-10 feet into the ground.
Title: Re: waiting for the new spa - amazed by my new husband....
Post by: Spatech_tuo on March 05, 2015, 01:11:57 pm
Congratulations on your new husband!
Title: Re: waiting for the new spa - amazed by my new husband....
Post by: donnaduck on March 17, 2015, 09:01:24 pm
the hot tub is outstanding - but still, the husband gets better and better every day!   8) 8) 8)
Title: Re: waiting for the new spa - amazed by my new husband....
Post by: Quickbeam on March 18, 2015, 12:06:25 am
Donna,

You are a breath of fresh air. Good on ya!
Title: Re: waiting for the new spa - amazed by my new husband....
Post by: Dr. Spa™ Ret. on March 18, 2015, 12:48:24 am
I gotta get me some of the drugs he's spiking her coffee with.
Title: Re: waiting for the new spa - amazed by my new husband....
Post by: kingdarb on April 06, 2015, 11:22:45 am
Looks solid as a rock!