Lay-z-spa Blog - Hints, Tips & Advice

Hot tub filters are essential to keeping your hot tub’s water crystal clear. From 'how do hot tub filters work?' to 'how to clean hot tub filters?’ read our blog to find out top filter maintenance tips.

Shock dosing your Lay-Z-Spa water refers to adding large quantities of chemicals (maybe 5-10 times the normal dose) in order to break down any organic waste and contamination and re-establish a positive level of water cleanliness.

 Here at Lay-Z-Spa we offer a whole range of items specially designed for those of you living the hot tub life, and it’s the little things that make a huge difference when it comes to enjoying your portable spa.

From choosing the right place to position your hot tub, to cleaning your hot tub’s filters regularly, we’ve put together 10 simple ways to manage your hot tub running costs.

Whether setting up your hot tub for the first time or unpacking your spa again for the season, we have gathered together our top 10 tips for setting up your Lay-Z-Spa.

One of the key questions we frequently get asked is what is the difference between an AirJet™, HydroJet™ and HydroJet Pro™ massage system. Find out what it all means here...

There are a number of ways in which Autumn can be a great time of year to enjoy your hot tub. In fact, here at Lay-Z-Spa we think that Autumn is one of the most enjoyable times of year to relax and embrace the benefits of your hot tub. Find out why we think this season of cooler days and darker nights is a time where you should be enjoying your spa and not thinking about packing it away.

Autumn is a great time to enjoy your spa! Find out our top tips for keeping your spa in prime condition during the autumn months. Including how best to insulate your spa, how to tackle falling leaves and when and how to clean your Lay-Z-Spa filter.

Want to enjoy your spa but the rain is getting in the way? Take a look at our 10 favourite Lay-Z-Spa shelters which our customer have created to fend off the rain. From hot tub gazebos to conservatories to parasols and wooden shacks, there are so many different ways to stay protected from those pesky showers which catch us all by surprise!

Be inspired by the very best picks from our customers’ unique Lay-Z-Spa setups. Utilising great decking, a stylish gazebo or even some creative lighting, we were blown away by the hot tub ideas submitted in our competition. Discover our ‘Top 10 Lay-Z-Spa Setups’ and take your outdoor space to the next level! 

Chlorine is absolutely essential for maintaining a healthy and enjoyable spa. Most spa owners will be well aware of the two recommended ways to add chlorine to your hot tub water: Clearwater mini multifunctional tablets and Clearwater chlorine granules. But which will work better for you? Let’s find out!

Are you having problems with your Lay-Z-Spa water? If so check out the symptom, cause and remedy here!

Here we provide guidance on what chemicals you should be using and what cleaning you should be undergoing on a weekly basis to keep your spa in top shape!

Find out how to adjust the pH levels in your Lay-Z-Spa and why it is so important!

The days are shorter, the mornings are crisp and night-time temperature predictions are currently below zero. You know what that means? It means the time has come to get your Lay-Z-Spa ready for winter.

The Lay-Z-Spa Power Saving Timer allows you to have more control over when you want your hot tub to heat up. Find out how it works here.