A History Of Hot Tubs

Hot tubs, also referred to as Jacuzzis and spas, are medium or large pools that are filled with water which is heated up with a natural gas, solar, or electric heater. A hot tub is usually designed to be kept outside and is generally used for hydrotherapy, soaking, and relaxing. Due to the fact that warm water is often a breeding ground for many kinds of dangerous organisms, treating the water and sanitizing the tub regularly is very important.

Most historians agree that heated water was first used in Egypt for therapeutic reasons back in two thousand BC. Back then, natural heated water was thought to possess powerful healing properties. Remains of the world's first constructed spas have been found and traced back to six hundred B. C. And were usually made out of simple cauldrons filled with a few heated stones.

Primitive heated tubs and spas began appearing in ancient Finland and Japan a few decades later and are still extremely popular today. Their complexes were considered important social centers and were known to contain rooms of hot tubs, private washing quarters, steam rooms, and massage parlors.

By the early nineteenth century, the hot tub's popularity and usage had made its way to America and Western Europe. There, frequenting the spas was considered a major part of a wealthy and gentile lifestyle. With time, the bathing houses evolved and began to include things like shopping malls and even hotels.

In the mid forties, smaller versions of hot tubs began appearing in modern American homes. They were reminiscent of the larger bathing centers and were generally made out of large oak barrels and cedar vats. These early prototypes were cheaply made and were often prone to leaks. In the mid sixties, people began constructing more stable spas out of smoke belched wood and wood fired heaters. These devices resembled the hot tub of today and featured better water circulation which helped promote sanitation.

The item's popularity quickly began to spread across the country and were manufactured in a way that let the average middle class American afford one of their very own. The spas proved to be highly beneficial for anyone with arthritis or sore muscles and proved to be pretty relaxing for anyone looking to unwind at the end of a busy day.

Eventually, the products began being fitted and manufactured with fiberglass shells out of a necessity to prevent the wooden boxes from leaking and warping. The shells not only prevented leaks, they allowed manufacturers to mold ergonomic seating and ensure the cleanliness of the heated water.

The waterproof fiberglass shells aren't enough to keep bacteria away on their own, to ensure the safety of your tub you will have to commit to regular cleanings and water changes as well. Maintaining the item's pH balance and water chemistry will help you prevent the spreading of any waterborne diseases. The special cleaning chemicals and water testing kits you will need are available in any pool or hardware store.


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