If you’ve been longing for a relaxing spa-like center in your home, a hot tub or sauna could change the game. While both installations promise soothing comfort, they do so in unique ways—so how do you know which one will work best for you? Welcome to the sauna vs hot tub showdown, where the competition is tranquilizing, and the real victor is you. Sauna Overview Enter the first contestant to the arena—the sauna Green building specialist Anni Oviir recounts the sauna’s journey from the beginning, tracking its origination to Northern Europe near 2,000 B.C. That’s not decades of relaxation; that’s millennia. Since ancient times, saunas have become a staple in…
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Inflatable Hot Tubs: Are They Worth Buying?
Imagine dipping your toes into an inflatable hot tub spa on a cold winter evening. Maybe there’s a touch of frost on the outdoor foliage; maybe you can see your breath fog the air in front of you. As you dip deeper into the warm, soothing water, you exhale the stressors of the day. Namaste. Are inflatable hot tubs worth it? If bringing a spa-like experience into your home is on your priority list, then absolutely. Budget-friendly and easy to maintain, inflatable hot tubs can transform an outdoor space into your personal oasis. Plus, what makes a party more festive than an afternoon dip in the jacuzzi? There are many…
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Hot Tub Maintenance: How to Drain an Inflatable Hot Tub
One of the premier advantages of owning an inflatable hot tub is the flexibility to deflate it whenever you like. Deflating your spa is useful for storage purposes, weather concerns, and transportation. That said, you can’t pack up an inflatable hot tub without properly draining it first. Draining your inflatable hot tub may seem intimidating or cumbersome, but rest assured that these quick tips will have you looking forward to the process. (Along with the notion that draining your spa regularly entices several other owner advantages.) Keep calm and float on into our tips for how to drain an inflatable hot tub the right way. A Note on Draining Water…
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Hot Tub Maintenance: How to Clean an Inflatable Hot Tub
Inflatable hot tubs are an easy, low-maintenance, and budget-friendly way to bring a spa experience to the comfort of your own backyard. But just as you bought your hot tub to help yourself to a little TLC, your tub will need some care to ensure it stays sanitary and sparkling. Ideally, you’ll want to clean your inflatable hot tub and its filter once a week and deep clean it each month or so. Fortunately, the process is relatively simple: it only requires a few steps and should take less than an hour to complete. In this article, we’ll discuss how to clean inflatable hot tub units, and walk you through…
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7 Benefits of Having a Hot Tub
If you’ve ever taken a dip in a hot tub, you probably know that there’s something undeniably soothing about ending a long, hard day with a good, long soak. But is there any science to back up the boost you get from unwinding in the tub? As it turns out, there is. Hot tubs have been used as a form of hydrotherapy for years, and they’ve been linked to numerous observable health benefits. From finding pain relief to enjoying a better night’s sleep, those who swear by them know firsthand the various benefits of hot tub hydrotherapy. For your perusing pleasure, we’ve narrowed down the top hot tub health benefits…
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What Is ALEKO’s Duplex System and Why Your Gate Should Undergo It
ALEKO gates are known not only for their beauty, but their durability and longevity. Made of steel, our gates are less flexible than aluminum and do not bend on impact. Steel’s ability to maintain shape makes it the better choice for homes and high security areas. All ALEKO Gates undergo a Duplex System of Hot Dipping and Powder Coating to ensure that the gate remains intact, and a superior choice, for years to come. Step #1: Hot Dipping your Galvanized Steel Gate With Hot Dipping, the iron and steel of your gate is coated with zinc to form a zinc carbonate. This process guarantees complete coverage–both internal and external protection…
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Premium Quality Iron Gates at Affordable Price Points
Adding a driveway gate to the front entrance of your property provides a variety of benefits, including security, privacy, and curb appeal. With ALEKO’s wide range of products, investment in quality, and unmatched customer support, it’s now easier than ever to purchase and install a premium gate in your driveway. ALEKO Offers a Wide Selection of Driveway Gates and Openers Although gates serve a primary utility purpose, since your new gate will be the first thing guests see when they come to visit, it should be aesthetically pleasing as well. ALEKO is proud to offer a wide range of gates available in different types and styles so that you can find…
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Secure Your Home with a Driveway Gate From ALEKO
It’s no secret that a driveway gate comes with a load of benefits. Most notably, it serves as the barrier between your home and the outside world. If you live off a busy street, privacy and security are common concerns. ALEKO is a leading provider of driveway gates, with a variety of options and customizations, ready to accommodate the needs of any project at an accessible price point. Here are a few reasons why you should choose one of ALEKO’s driveway gates to protect your home and provide peace of mind. Convenience ALEKO knows how confusing it can be to find the right gate for your needs. They also know…
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Driveway Safety Tips for Kids and Pets
No matter the season, driveway safety is crucial. Although we all use our best judgment to keep our kids and pets safe in the driveway, a refresher on common-sense safety tips is always beneficial. As you start gearing up for fall, here are a few tips to keep in mind to ensure that your driveway gate not only keeps your home safe but that your family and furry friends are safe too. First One Out and Last One In Driveway safety starts with supervision and teaching essential tips to the rest of the family. One important rule to keep in mind is “first one out and last one in.” This…
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Should You Install Driveway Gates? A Few Reasons to Consider It
Of the many home improvement additions to consider, a driveway gate is usually far and away one of the most coveted features. There is just something appealing about having a gate to separate your personal home from the outside world. Here are a few reasons why people love their gates and why you should take the next step to experience the heightened security and curb appeal of driveway gates for yourself. Gates Increase Security Probably the most apparent benefit of driveway gates is the added security and privacy that they’ll add to your property. Having a barrier between you and the street with a fence around your yard is just one more…