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Brand Specific Forums => Marquis Hot Tubs => Topic started by: Chartreux on July 02, 2014, 10:51:50 pm
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So does the Marquis microsilk technology really work and make your sink feel soft? Is it worth looking into? Please share your opinions on this issue.
If you owned a hot springs would you go with a marquis to try the microsilk? also, would it add in slipping and sliding more after your spa time while your getting out?
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anyone here try the microsilk system on any of the marquis spas? Please...
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First off I'm a dealer...When I first heard about it I thought it was a gimmick. Then I ordered a euphoria and a spirit with it installed. I went in the euphoria every day for about a week straight and there was a noticeable difference in how my skin felt. I have very dry skin and it really helps with that. I have sold 6-7 tubs with this feTure since it came out and everybody set msrp really like the feature
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I was a bit skeptical at first, but it really does seem to work. I have soaked in a Marquis Microsilk spa 3 times now and it makes the water feel very soft, as if someone poured some lotion in to the water. After you get out it leaves your skin silky smooth. I would definitely recommend it.
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There's another thread on here which discusses it a bit more. I was heavily considering it until I learned the cost. Pretty much a $1,000 upgrade.
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It's a pricy upgrade for sure, but I tell you now that I own my Spirit -- if it was able to be added after market I'd be ordering it. We pay lots of money for the bells and whistles like lights and waterfalls, but this one actually has a physical benefit. Of course, I'm a girl so perhaps I'm biased on the soft skin thing -- I spend all kinds of money on moisturizers and makeup and such. ;D
I don't have it, so I'm not commenting on whether it actually works.
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There's another thread on here which discusses it a bit more. I was heavily considering it until I learned the cost. Pretty much a $1,000 upgrade.
More then that, closer to a $2000 upgrade
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Thank You for the replies! It helps to know it's not a gimmicky thing added on.
Hottubguy what's the Spirit priced with the microsilk added onto it (without a sound system)?
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....microsilk technology really work and make your sink feel soft? Is it worth looking into? Please share your opinions on this issue.
Other manufactures have included it in their line up as well. Artesian also has adapted it to a couple of specific models. While some may consider it pricey, so are hot tubs, but this feature has a lot to offer once it is experienced and understood.
Hot Tubs are guy things that women reluctantly use infrequently. This could open markets for many, and expands hot tub sales with a meaningful application. Once you understand what is in the system itself, it is worthy of consideration. After all, how long are you going to own your hot tub. This is a women feature that the guys are very much surprised about. It is guaranteed to put a smile on your face, who knows, you could even get lucky more often.
As it becomes known, those that try it buy it. It will come later to those who chose not to buy it as a must when they purchase their next hot tub 10 years down the road, but who know how this idea will expand.
Consider psoriasis, eczema, chronic dry skin, shingles, and then consider the theraputic aspects of just the hot water. It is a win, win situation.
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Does anyone know what it actually is and how it works? Is it a process, an additive, etc, etc?
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It's a process and was not created by Marquis but by Jason Hydrotherapy and it is described in this link (http://www.jasoninternational.com/wellness/microsilkscience.aspx). It's basically a pump that puts compressed air into the water and then breaks up the bubbles into very tiny ones as the air expands. The bubbles are claimed to be negatively charged and that can be created by an air ionizer (usually via corona discharge -- yes, similar to creating ozone) but they don't describe using that.
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Thanks Chem Geek.
I took a look at the link you included, and under the "FAQ" section I found the following question and answer:
"If I order a combination bath, can I run both at the same time?
Yes; however, the cleansing effects of MicroSilk will be diminished when operated simultaneously with a Whirlpool or AirMasseur hydrotherapy."
That would seem to suggest that the process would not be as effective if you were running the jets in your tub. Not sure I would want to pay an extra $1,000 or $2,000 for a process that was diminished when the jets were on.
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Yes, the small bubbles will get swept up by the larger ones and will get removed too quickly. The idea is to have the small bubbles stay in the water and you to be immersed in them. If you like using jets, then that's not compatible with this system, at least not at the same time.
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Thank You for the replies! It helps to know it's not a gimmicky thing added on.
Hottubguy what's the Spirit priced with the microsilk added onto it (without a sound system)?
Somewhere in the 9's. I sell it at my store for $9,499
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Yes, the small bubbles will get swept up by the larger ones and will get removed too quickly. The idea is to have the small bubbles stay in the water and you to be immersed in them. If you like using jets, then that's not compatible with this system, at least not at the same time.
Correct. As soon as you turn the Jet pump on the microsilk pump kicks off. I like to use the microsilk for about a half hour then another half hour with the jet pumps going
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....The idea is to have the small bubbles stay in the water and you to be immersed in them. If you like using jets, then that's not compatible with this system, at least not at the same time.
When you activate the microsilk system, you will see the water literally changing to milky white bubbles being injected which are the multiplied numbers of micro bubbles of oxygyn. To sit and soak in this water is the objective producing the benefit. When you turn the jets on the movement of the water through the filter system disappates the micro bubbles within 2 minutes to reverting back to sparkling clean and crystal clear water from the "milky water". Dual function, so to speak.
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There's another thread on here which discusses it a bit more. I was heavily considering it until I learned the cost. Pretty much a $1,000 upgrade.
More then that, closer to a $2000 upgrade
You are correct. I was quoted $2,000 not $1,000 on my Sunrise S104.
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I was at a Dealer today, they had a brand new Marqis Spirit with the microsilk tech on it, said about $10,000. It's a dual pool/spa place and I did ask if the microsilk would work with the jets on and they said "Yes", so the price seemed high and they didn't seem to know much about the Marquis spas. I did like the fit for my husband, might be a little deep for me. They also didn't have any pumps to pump out the water and they said people usually leave about 3 to 4 inches of water in it when they drain the spas, I was like what??? don't you need to drain all the water out, for cleaning?
I wasn't keen on this dealer, so we just left...it is a nice spa and worth another look just not there! Getting so disappointed with dealers not knowing things about their spas they sell and not have products in stock to clean a spa, ect...I know these tubs can use a 50 amp panel, but if I ever wanted to up grade the bigger tubs would need a 60 amp panel, so that's another thing everyone wanted me to just get a 50 amp panel. It's frustrating...The purple on grey look is so nice...that would be my color choice for Marquis. I'm also looking into making my own steps, to save money on that so I can get the pull up table for the Marquis that way I could place a towel nearby and not worry...
Would the pull up table fit on the Spirit???
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If I remember correctly the shelf with the brackets comes in different sizes and there are a couple of those that fit the Spirit. There is a counter that has cabinets that I think is too big to go on the Spirit, but could be used as a stand alone. I do not have either of these pieces myself.
I do have the double step which I like a lot. Very sturdy, and I like that there is storage inside.
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as grandpa always said..."there's one born every minute"
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We do plan to wet tests down the road, I would never buy without doing that first of course. Will probably have to find another dealer, prices we're very high at this one, plus their lack of knowledge. So basically got my choices narrowed down to a Sundance Capri or Marquis Spirit, maybe the Hot Springs Jet Setter NXT, Huge maybe...(Husband hated the moto massage on the Aria.)
Is Sundance made in Mexico?
Going to take a wait from looking so tired with all this, as it is as bad as buying a car, worse. It Takes me a few days to recover from going to visit a dealer's spa place, as no one is anywhere near me. Plus I try to make phone calls first to see if the locations have the hot tubs...Not an easy process to go through with my disabilities... looking online has been disappointing as well...
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Sorry to hear you had a disappointing experience at your local marquis dealer. If I can be of any assistance feel free to message me or ask any questions on the marquis spas here
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Thank You
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To my knowledge Jacuzzi, Sundance, Caldera, Dimension One, and HotSpot/Limelight from Hotspring are all Mexican made.
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We purchased a Marquis Spa with the Microsilk and have been using it for about 2 weeks. We absolutely love it. I am 47 years old and my skin feels so smooth and soft after 2 weeks. All of the bumps on the back of my arms are completely gone. My skin no longer feels scaly and dry. I also think that it helps with acne. I had some other skin issues and they are getting better and I believe it is from sitting in the hot tub with the microsilk setting every day. It was approx. 1000.00 add on. We do think that using the microsilk setting so frequently might be creating some "cloudy" water in the tub (possibly from all of the dead skin and oils?) but we are working with our dealer to manage our settings and filters. Absolutely LOVE IT!!!
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That's awesome, glad to hear you're liking it. I've been selling Marquis for 11 years and am planning on buying one with MicroSilk after test soaking and feeling the difference. I'm planning on getting the Promise model, did you get the Epic, Euphoria, Promise, or Spirit model?
Also, $1000 is cheap, can't believe you got it for that price.
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We purchased a Marquis Spa with the Microsilk and have been using it for about 2 weeks. We absolutely love it. I am 47 years old and my skin feels so smooth and soft after 2 weeks. All of the bumps on the back of my arms are completely gone. My skin no longer feels scaly and dry. I also think that it helps with acne. I had some other skin issues and they are getting better and I believe it is from sitting in the hot tub with the microsilk setting every day. It was approx. 1000.00 add on. We do think that using the microsilk setting so frequently might be creating some "cloudy" water in the tub (possibly from all of the dead skin and oils?) but we are working with our dealer to manage our settings and filters. Absolutely LOVE IT!!!
I know this topic has thread has been inactive for a while, but I wanted to see if "familyhottub" had any resolution with the dealer regarding the cloudy water. I'm considering buying a Microsilk tub, and wanted to know in advance if there would be significant additional maintenance measures. I also wondered specifically about the referenced "bumps on the back of my arms"--have those been there all your life? Two of my children and I have those, and I am wondering if there might be an impact there.
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Is this something that can be installed after delivery.
On an Artesian Spa
I was inquiring about this when buying the tub, first it was only available in smaller tubs anyway, and secondly, my dealer dismissed it as a gimmick.
I have dry skin, this seem to be helpful
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MicroSilk can't be added after it's built on a Marquis, I would assume it's the same on an Artesian.
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Yes, it does!
I have had my Marquis Spirit for about 2 months and I use it every night. 10 minute soak in the Microsilk followed by 20 minutes with the jets going.
Not sure how it works but it does.
Seasonal Specialty Store in Amherst NH is my dealer. I am very happy with them and I love my Spirit.
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That's great to hear Nhsusan, thanks for the feedback! I have personally sold about 20 Marquis tubs with the MicroSilk feature and not one complaint yet.
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Is this something that can be installed after delivery.
On an Artesian Spa
I was inquiring about this when buying the tub, first it was only available in smaller tubs anyway, and secondly, my dealer dismissed it as a gimmick.
I have dry skin, this seem to be helpful
I haven't noticed any extra maintenance on mine. As a dealer I will be the first to admit I thought it was kind of gimmicky until I tried it. Mt wife swears by it and uses it 4-5 times a week in our own personel tub
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I'm skeptical until I soak in one...the Marquis guy I spoke with at the booth during the Vegas show didn't know how to sell/explain it properly so that didn't help their cause but definitely something I would love to try out sometime.
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I'm skeptical until I soak in one...the Marquis guy I spoke with at the booth during the Vegas show didn't know how to sell/explain it properly so that didn't help their cause but definitely something I would love to try out sometime.
I understand the skeptical part. Too bad the guy in the booth didn't know how to explain it properly. I can probably guess who you talked too