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CHOOSING THE RIGHT LOCATION
Your Hydropool hot tub can be installed indoors or out, on the ground, in the ground or half-and-half. The following
information will assist you in choosing the right location for your individual needs. When making your decision, always
remember that hot tubs can be enjoyed year-round, indoors or out, regardless of the climate. Many Hydropool owners
report that their favourite time to use a hot tub is in the cooler fall and winter months, while others praise the enjoyment of
using their hot tub in warmer spring and summer months.
INDOOR LOCATIONS
If members of your family are not cold weather enthusiasts, or if your backyard or patio area is not suitable for a hot tub
installation, then an indoor location for you hot tub may be your best or only choice. You may wish to create an exercise /
spa area in your home, or install your hot tub in a glass solarium or four-season room adjoining your home. Indoor
installations not only add a unique look and appeal to your home, they provide the privacy and controlled climate to
ensure that use and enjoyment of your hot tub is maximized. If you should choose an indoor location, you will find further
information as outlined in the section “SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR INDOOR INSTALLATIONS”.
OUTDOOR LOCATIONS
For a variety of reasons, outdoor locations are a far more popular choice. Some of the reasons include:
Limited indoor space
Delivery complications due to door openings, stairwells, etc.
Limited budget (indoor installations usually also involve interior home renovations)
Desire for an outdoor entertainment center
Hot tub is being installed adjacent to an existing or planned swimming pool
Concerns over splashing water inside the home
For those who choose an outdoor location, hot tub operating temperatures can be adjusted to match the season. In colder
months, many owners will operate their hot tub in the range of 38-40oC (100-104oF). During warmer months, an
operating temperature of 36-37oC (97-99oF) will provide a refreshing retreat. If you should choose and outdoor location,
you will find further information as outlined in the section “SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR OUTDOOR
INSTALLATIONS”