A Home Improvement "Catch"
by Candice Mancini
Home Improvement Ideas Columnist
It keeps you warm, gives free massages, and makes the lawn look better. And you can hand-pick whichever one most suits your personal tastes. Yes, with this home improvement project, you really can have it all.
Remodel for Massage
Hot tubs come in all shapes, sizes, and massage capabilities. Some have thirty-five or more massaging jets, others offer an all-over body massage, including palms and wrists. Some focus on specific body parts, such as the calves, and others target the pressure points on the back, neck, and shoulders.
Whatever your choice (and whatever your aches and pains), this home improvement project can do it all. And the choices don't stop there.
More Remodeling Options
Once you decide upon massage capabilities, you need to think about size, shape, and form. Do you want enough room for guests, or a tub for two? Round, square, rectangle, or triangular? In-ground or above-ground? Before you make your decision, take a look at your yard to determine the best fit. A landscaping contractor can help you make the best choice for your yard.
Landscaping With a Hot Tub
Your hot tub does not have to contrast with your landscaping. Especially if you opt for a built-in version, your spa can blend in beautifully with your surroundings. Ask your contractor about building a patio of stone or brick around your hot tub. A landscaping contractor can add just the right plants to surround the spa. You can have your deck remodeled to include a hot tub.
Remodeling Specifics
To ensure greatest success with your hot tub, take the time to find the right dealer. A safe bet would be to go with someone with a NSPI (National Spa & Pool Institute) membership decal. Try out different spas (retailers generally will let you soak in the tub before buying).
And if you find one that does dishes too, you truly have found a great catch!
About the Author
Candice Mancini is a writer, a teacher, and a homeowner always on the lookout for a good contractor. She has an M.A. in Education and B.A. in English and history.
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