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Backyard Hot Tub transformation | DIY
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items We're wanting to make our backyard more of an oasis by adding a hot tub. We're working with what we have and trying to keep it affordable, so here's everything we're researching and planning to do. I don't personally feel like I need to spend the thousands more to get a Bullfrog spa or something like that, my needs are ju...
This is one hot tub we're considering from Costco. It can fit 6 people, and one feature is it's a “plug and play” so you don't need hard wiring to it, it can plug into a normal plug if needed (can't heat and have jets at the same time when it's just ...
Aquaterra Spas Brighton 25 Jet, 5 or 6-person Spa, Plug-n-Play
Another hot tub we're considering. This one needs to be hard wired, but it's more energy efficient that way anyway. This one can fit 7 people, which is great. It seems like a good option, but there are fewer reviews of it, so that makes me hesitant
Evolution Spas Enhance 40-jet, 5 or 7-person Spa
Good, affordable hot tub option that can hold 6 people. Good ratings, needs to be hard wired
Aquaterra Spas Montecito 45 Jet, 6-person Spa
Costco will deliver the hot tub to the driveway, but we'll need extra help to get it safely to the backyard, onto the gravel pad, so we'll use a local company like this
Utah Hot Tub Movers
gravel pad tutorial - we've looked at lots of different options and will do something similar to this for our space
Hot Tub Pad with Gravel Foundation - Part 1
another tutorial that covers the gravel pad, electrical, etc. lots of good tips
Buying A Hot Tub - From Building a Pad to Electrical
it's recommended to use ¾" minus gravel for the pad, so we'll use something like this
3/4" Salt Lake Gravel
we'll do some sort of flagstone/pavers around the hot tub. I like this option
PREMIUM BLACK FLAGSTONE
another paver option for around the hot tub
Patio-on-a-Pallet 12in. x 24in. and 24in. x 24in. Concrete Gray Basketweave Yorkstone Paver (18 Pieces/48 Sq Ft.)
definitely want something like this to make lifting the cover easier
Hot Tub Cover Lifters
love the vibe these outdoor lights give, especially paired with the automatic timer
addlon LED Outdoor String Lights 48FT Dimmable
we'll add hooks onto our shed posts by the hot tub for keeping towels/robes dry and off the ground. I like that these ones can fold up when not in use, and they're rust free, so they should be good outdoors
ZEYU Folding Coat Hooks, 5Pcs Wall Hooks
these towels are large and lightweight. We'll be using the hot tub often, and I hate how long fluffy towels take to dry, so these should be a great option
paramus Turkish Beach Bath Towels Set of 6
go to spot for spa chemicals or any repairs
Take A Break Spas and Billiards - Hot Tubs, Spas, Billiards
We'll use a trench shovel to dig a trench for the electrical work to hook up to the hot tub
Razor-Back 47.5 in. Wood Handle Trenching Shovel
You need a tamper tool when preparing the gravel pad. Everything needs to be packed down so it doesn't settle unevenly once the hot tub is added
tamper tool
Definitely want a waterproof bluetooth speaker for creating an energy/vibe while using the hot tub
Waterproof Speakers
Budget pavers we actually ended up using around the edge of our hot tub
16 in. x 16 in. x 1.75 in. Pewter Square Concrete Step Stone
Sand for leveling and setting pavers. We did a layer of gravel, then of sand, then the paver
0.5 cu. ft. Step 2 Paver Leveling Sand
I got this to keep the gravel in place. I’ll apply it and report back on if it’s worth it or not
PetraMax Mulch Glue Max Concentrate 32oz
Sprayer for the mulch adhesive
Chapin 10031 2L Handheld Garden Pump Sprayer
Renting a trencher from Home Depot was totally worth it for burying our electrical lines. It saved us an incredible amount of time we would've spent digging by hand
Ground Hog Trencher 18" Rental T-4-HS18 - The Home Depot
We throw a scoop of this in our hot tub each week (plus some after each use), and our water has been easier to maintain. It’s also cheaper off Amazon than in store
SpaGuard Enhanced Spa Shock 6lbs | Multipurpose Shock for Spas & Hot Tubs, Produces Clear & Sparkling Spa Water, Easy to Use, Removes Unpleasant Odors
We use these filters (cheaper than in store, and I have them on subscribe and save so I always have one available when I’m ready to drain and clean out our hot tub)
Future Way Hot Tub Filter Replacement for Lifesmart, AquaTerra Spa, Freeflow, Replace Pleatco Pure PFF42TC-P4, Watkins 303279, 78460, Filbur FC-2402, Spa Filters, 42 Sq. Ft, 2 Pack
There are lots of chemical options for hot tubs - we went with this mineral stick option. It works well, we just swap it out when we drain and refill the hot tub (every 4-6 months)
POOLPURE Hot Tub Mineral Stick, Silver Mineral Ion Cartridge, Spa Silver Ion Sanitizer (1 Pack)
Recently added this to our hot tub maintenance, and it’s making a difference. The water used to get kind of scummy, especially after our kids were in it (I think shampoo and hair products were getting in the water more), but we haven’t had that issue...
2 Pack Scumbug Hot Tub Scum Absorber – The Original, Highest Rated Scum Absorber Ever – Pool Sponge Oil Absorber for Hot Tub, Spa & Pool – Hot Tub Cleaning Tools that Soak Up Oil & Grime