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Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: grizz on May 30, 2008, 05:18:08 am

Title: How long do pillows last ?
Post by: grizz on May 30, 2008, 05:18:08 am

Well after 18 months  my d1 sojourn head rest (pillows) are starting to break up (degenerate)
is this normal ?  :-/
regards  grizz

Title: Re: How long do pillows last ?
Post by: Steve on May 30, 2008, 09:47:04 am

Yep! It's why I'm not a fan of pillows built into the spa. I prefer adjustable, weighted pillows that can be taken out of the spa...

Title: Re: How long do pillows last ?
Post by: Chad on May 30, 2008, 10:06:45 am

Although my pillows aren't 'breaking a part' yet, they are very discolored. We can thank our ozonators for this. Some things you can do with your next set that might help slow down the process of deteriation are -

1. keeping the water level an inch or so below the lowest pillow(this helps keep the waterline below them even when you're soaking)

2. when topping off your spa, hose them down along with the underside of your cover.

3. keep the cover open after adding chems

4. opening the cover every couple of days or so whether you soak or not.

Title: Re: How long do pillows last ?
Post by: Hillbilly Hot Tub on May 30, 2008, 12:14:36 pm

Also, keep your PH in check. My spa supplier tells us they are like tires on a car, they wear out.

Title: Re: How long do pillows last ?
Post by: Jacuzzi Jim on May 30, 2008, 12:30:20 pm

 Design a pillow that doesn't deteriorate, and is still comfortable.  You would make millions.   ;)  

I like pillows but would be just as happy without one.  Most I have seen last 4 years max,I tell my customers to remove them, if they are going away or not using the spa that often.   Jacuzzi pillows pop in and out pretty easy.

Title: Re: How long do pillows last ?
Post by: Tyheethan on May 30, 2008, 01:05:00 pm

My pillows are starting to get "blisters"?  Is this normal after about 16 months?

Title: Re: How long do pillows last ?
Post by: Jacuzzi Jim on May 30, 2008, 01:09:39 pm

Less than 2 years is pretty soon.   I have seen it but not often,

Title: Re: How long do pillows last ?
Post by: Hillbilly Hot Tub on May 30, 2008, 01:36:53 pm

I have seen it with ozone on 24 hours and poor water chemistry. I bet if they look, the cover is showing wear also.

Title: Re: How long do pillows last ?
Post by: Skellman on May 30, 2008, 02:03:09 pm

3. keep the cover open after adding chems

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I've been closing my cover after I shock. I should refrain from this?

Title: Re: How long do pillows last ?
Post by: Chad on May 30, 2008, 03:50:35 pm

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I've been closing my cover after I shock. I should refrain from this?

Yes, when shocking with either mps or chlorine it's best to keep the lid off for atleast 10 minutes. This allows the off-gases to release in to the air and not your cover, pillows, diverter knobs, etc.