Indoor Versus Outdoor Hot Tubs

If you're getting ready to invest in a hot tub, knowing where you want to install it is key to choosing the right model for you.

Below you'll learn about what you should consider when deciding between an indoor and an outdoor hot tub.

Level of Use

How frequently you'll use your hot tub is a major consideration when deciding whether to install it indoors or outdoors. If you'll use your hot tub on a daily basis, or even every other day, an indoor hot tub can ensure that unpredictable weather won't be an issue and you can use your hot tub whenever you want.

Structural Considerations

One benefit of an outdoor hot tub is that it won't require you to make serious alterations to your property. You'll need to dig a hole if your spa will be in-ground and you may also need to add a nearby electrical power source. Overall, this will not require major changes to your outdoor space.

With an indoor hot tub, things get a bit more complicated. Because hot tubs create heat and humidity, you'll need to equip the room where you put it with specialized ventilation to make sure you don't damage the walls, ceilings, floors, or furniture. You'll also need to make sure your guests thoroughly dry off as soon as they exit the hot tub to ensure that water doesn't cause problems in your home.

Indoor hot tubs can also require additional structural support due to their high weight. Not only can installing a hot tub indoors disrupt your home, but it can also come with a hefty price tag.

Maintenance Issues

Maintaining an outdoor hot tub can sometimes be trickier than maintaining an indoor hot tub, but with a little diligence you can make this a non-issue. Because outdoor hot tubs are exposed to rain, snow, leaves, and debris, keeping it clean can be difficult. If you invest in a hot tub, make sure to also buy a quality cover that will hold in heat and prevent debris from entering your hot tub.

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