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Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: tmknies1 on June 06, 2006, 08:08:58 am

Title: Any must have accessories
Post by: tmknies1 on June 06, 2006, 08:08:58 am
Okay, I am in count down to receive my tub. In anticipation I have been looking at lots of websites, articles, etc.. I see many pictures with lots of accessories; towel bars, planters, caddy's and so on. Is there an accessory you cannot live without or when all is said and done is the tub the only thing that matters :)
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: drewstar on June 06, 2006, 09:14:29 am
There is a lot of "stuff" they will try and sell you. Just like a pool.  ;).  For the most part, a good lifter, and a good set of stable stairs are all you need to get going (as well as the basic chems).

As for all the goodies, I would wait just a bit and use the hot tub and see what works for you.  If you run out and buy a lot of the toys and accesories, you might find yourself spending quite a bit of money on overpriced things that you just don't need, use, or want.

Depending on your set up things to keep in mind as you use the spa, are places for towels, and robes, lighting, tourches, music, gazebo's, side bars,  firepits,  etc etc etc.

Enjoy your new spa, and customize it, and landscape it as you go along.  No rush.

Me? I wouldn't think of not having my tiki torches.
I enter the tub via and end room in my house that I re-did that had towel racks, robe hooks, cabinets for the chems and supplies. hampers for clothes and a nice matt to wipe my feet on.  Perhaps a small mini fridge in there to keep the beer close to hand might be needed.   ;D

Oh....the other thing that is a must for me, is a small compact snow shovel (Usually these are put in car trunks for emergencies).  In the winter, I keep it by the back door and use it to shovel out to my tub.  ;D

We want pics of your new tub!
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: orlandoguy on June 06, 2006, 11:34:06 am
I really like the plastic garden boxes they sell at Target, etc.  They are great for storing all the stuff you need around your spa.

I also enjoy having a small pool skimmer and quick vac near the spa for quick cleanups.
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: drewstar on June 06, 2006, 11:41:41 am
A pool/spa thermometer to double check your temps is handy thing to have in  your bag o' goodies.   :)
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: lounger on June 06, 2006, 01:05:25 pm
Must have? Absolutely....


jetroom.com
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: drewstar on June 06, 2006, 01:11:00 pm
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Must have? Absolutely....


jetroom.com



:P
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: lounger on June 06, 2006, 05:29:27 pm
Ladies and gentlemen,

My words have violated the rules of this forum. Due
to this action, I owe each of you an appology. I hope
you accept it.

May the world of hot tubbing bring you nothing but
good times, and again, if I have offended anyone, I
am sorry.
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: tmknies1 on June 07, 2006, 11:18:05 am
Not sure where the reply post went but the SPAM will go great with the corona's ;D
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: RayF-1 on June 07, 2006, 03:58:21 pm
Must haves .. ?

1.  Steps
2.  Swing-arm umbrella
3.  Towel rack
4.  Step-in assist "grab bar"
5.  Cold beer  (wait .. this should be #1)
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: TN__HOT_TUB on June 07, 2006, 05:33:12 pm
Must haves:

Cover lifter

Hold off on your enthusiasm and spa-fever.  Give yourself a couple of weeks and see.  
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: East_TX_Spa on June 07, 2006, 05:40:43 pm
If it is a deep pool, you need steps.  You need a coverlifter.  That's it.  Everything else is crap.

Terminator
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: TN__HOT_TUB on June 07, 2006, 06:35:34 pm
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If it is a deep pool, you need steps.  You need a coverlifter.  That's it.  Everything else is crap.

Terminator


I was expecting a little more from you.   Something like:


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Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: Vinny on June 07, 2006, 06:41:16 pm
Must haves ...

- Cover lifter
- Spa Vac - unless you have a Hydropool.
- Spray bottle for defoamer - needs to be a little one, I   keep mine in the filter area.
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: LtDan on June 11, 2006, 07:49:22 pm
Testing photobucket thing, stolen idea from Term but these are great accessories:
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Sig SG551 select fire
Colt AR15
Wilson Combat CQB
Glock 27
Misc. pocket items

Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: East_TX_Spa on June 12, 2006, 12:37:18 pm
I gotta say, I sure like the cut of yer jib Lt. Dan!
(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/EastTexasSpa/DSC00936.jpg)

And you're exactly right TN_Hot_Tub, how could I have been so lax in my response:
(http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/EastTexasSpa/DSC00930.jpg)

Terminator
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: LtDan on June 12, 2006, 04:30:27 pm
Outstanding!! The cordless drill just makes the pic!! ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: Spatech_tuo on June 12, 2006, 04:41:40 pm
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Outstanding!! The cordless drill just makes the pic!! ;D ;D ;D


Yeah, that and the shark give him the edge due to their ability to extract information the old fashioned way!
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: AAAAAAA on June 12, 2006, 05:09:41 pm
I would have to say that these might be very good accessories one shouldnt go without.

(http://www.blatantineptitude.com/wp-images/Pictures/Hot%20Tub.jpg)
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: LtDan on June 12, 2006, 11:03:07 pm
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I would have to say that these might be very good accessories one shouldnt go without.

(http://www.blatantineptitude.com/wp-images/Pictures/Hot%20Tub.jpg)



You win.
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: drewstar on June 13, 2006, 09:10:21 am
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I would have to say that these might be very good accessories one shouldnt go without.

(http://www.blatantineptitude.com/wp-images/Pictures/Hot%20Tub.jpg)



Waaaaaaaay out of my price range.  They'd blow the budget and I'd probably have to pick up an accesorie for the wife.
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: wmccall on June 23, 2006, 02:50:07 pm
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Ladies and gentlemen,

My words have violated the rules of this forum. Due
to this action, I owe each of you an appology. I hope
you accept it.

May the world of hot tubbing bring you nothing but
good times, and again, if I have offended anyone, I
am sorry.



Don't worry about it.  At least it was on topic.  We usually only get after the serious abusers. The ones that throw their company in every post, relevant or not.

Welcome.   I'll bet a few astronomers might like these for observing.

We encourage, but don't require that industry people put their affilliation in their profile or signature so it shows up on the left of messages they post.  It lets people know where you are coming from, but isn't blatent advertising.

Again, welcome.
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: BxCowboy on March 22, 2007, 03:18:00 pm
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I would have to say that these might be very good accessories one shouldnt go without.

(http://www.blatantineptitude.com/wp-images/Pictures/Hot%20Tub.jpg)

Er..ah..Dwayne the tub I'm dwounin' :-[
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: NorthWoodsDipper on March 22, 2007, 07:06:02 pm
My favorite accessory is wearing her bikini.  I hate it when she does that.
(http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s20/NorthWoodsDipper/Jeri021-withinstructions2.jpg)

Steven - AKA NorthWoodsDipper
Title: Re: Any must have accessories
Post by: Reese on March 23, 2007, 03:02:43 pm
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My favorite accessory is...
I was sure you were going to say a clock! ;) ;D