BUYING GUIDE
The Cantabria – Caldera Spa’s flagship model
This Piscenelle pool is dramatically enhanced by simple but high quality lighting creating a different atmosphere
Hydropool swim spa – enjoyed by all the family
SO WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO BUY? Hot tubs
WHERE WILL YOUR IMAGINATION TAKE YOU?
In terms of extra features for your pool it’s a question of where your imagination takes you.
Popular extras include streams, waterfalls, fountains, water features, water gardens or ponds with aquatic plants and fish.
Even a small space can accommodate attractive water features. Additionally, water gardens and ponds typically do not require as much
maintenance as pools and spas.
Even smaller items such as tanning shelves, swim-up bars, spas and benches add to the environment around your pool. Let a pool professional help you decide how best to enhance your poolside.
Rock formations, with both natural and faux rocks, are another special feature for today’s pools. Builders can design a private lagoon-like area or the foundation for a spectacular waterfall by using various shapes and sizes of rocks to create natural, realistic landscaping. Flat rocks can be used to create seating areas, pathways, or steps. Builders can also provide spacing in stone structures for plants and greenery, creating more balance and impact in the entire poolscape. Landscaping also is a key component in the enjoyment of building a pool in your home.
■ Swimming pool coping and walling options are available at
www.senlacstone.co.uk
■ For a unique and stunningly attractive way of using pebbles see
www.swimmingpool-design.co.uk
■ Cranborne Stone manufacture and supply high quality cast stone architectural masonry and garden ornaments
www.cranbornestone.com
■ Mosaics and ceramics are available at Edgar Udny 020 8767 8181 or Craig Bragdy
www.craigbragdydesign.co.uk
Swim spas
The terms ‘hot tub’ and ‘spa’ mean the same thing. The choice of hot tubs in terms of makes, sizes, shapes and gadgets is huge and there’s something for every lifestyle and every space. In recent years hot tubs have become more technology driven with more and varied therapeutic jets, self cleaning water and at the top end of the market, speakers and DVD players. There are two types, self-contained and non self-contained. With a self-contained or portable spa, the electrical, filtration and heating systems are contained in the spa’s exterior or cabinet. These typically are installed above-
ground; however you can easily achieve a built-in look by installing your spa partially above a surrounding deck. These self-contained units can be moved and re-installed elsewhere, if you choose. Non self-contained hot tubs are installed in-ground and are considered permanent. Often these spas are part of a spa-pool combination.
Once you decide what you want and
where it’s going, take some time to choose an experienced, reputable dealer or manufacturer. Look for a BISHTA member dealer and you’ll get someone who is providing excellent service. See the website at
www.bishta.co.uk for more information. Try it, then buy it. The best way to make sure you get the right hot tub is to try it out. Many retailers encourage you to test soak before you buy. If you do, note the depth of the water, the seating capacity and location of seats, and the variety and power of the jets. Look for a hot tub with seats deep enough to cover your shoulders; others should be high enough to let you cool down.
Take a look at: ■ The What Pool & Hot Tub website where more information is available
www.whatpoolandhottubmag.co.uk
■ BISHTA
www.bishta.co.uk
20 WHAT POOL & HOT TUB WWW.WHATPOOLANDHOTTUBMAG.CO.UK
Swim spas literally allow you to swim on the spot. They are often called ‘water treadmills’. You do not have to complete laps or turn around like in a normal pool, but just have to keep exercising within the space provided to ensure you get the swimming exercise you need as you swim against a continuous stream of water current. Swim spas are a cheaper option than a full scale swimming pool. They take up less space, are easy to heat and provide an all year round swimming experience. In terms of space they only need about 19 to 24 feet in length and 8 to 10 feet in width. Since they are made of acrylic, they are very light and can be easily installed. An entry level swim spa which provides excellent quality jets and a safe, secure swimming environment will cost around £11,000. More advanced swim spas cost up to £30,000 and have separate hot tub seating areas and dual temperature water controls and can be free standing or designed in-ground.
Take a look at: ■ Artesian Spas 01302 730295
www.tidalfit.com
■ Canadian Spa Co 01293 824094
www.canadianspacompany.com
■ Catalina Spas 01980 611555
www.catalinaspas.co.uk
■ Elite Spas 0800 849 1060
www.elitehottubs.co.uk
■ Hydropool 01342 311000
www.hydropoolspas.co.uk
■ Spa Crest Europe 0844 871 8730
www.spacrest-europe.com
■ Spa De La Mare 01481 701333
www.spadelamare.com
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