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Difference Between Hot Tubs or Spas

Did you know that hot tubs and spas are not the same? Both hot tubs and spas are very relaxing. Both make great additions to your home especially if you are looking into increasing the value of your home. Don’t let the label of a hot tub or spa determine your purchase. Choose your hot tub or spa based on the features. Learn about the differences between a spa and a hot tub below.

Historical Differences Between a Hot Tub and a Spa

Hot Tub

Most modern-day hot tubs are constructed from different types of wood. Hot tubs can be made from oak, teak, cedar, cypress, or redwood.  Even though every hot tub is not made of wood, chances are that if it is made of wood, it is a hot tub.  Another key difference between a hot tub and a spa is the way the water enters into the hot tub. Hot bubbling water enters the tub from under and around the seats. These tubs also are above-ground and designed with socialization and relaxation in mind.

Spas

Spas are made of materials other than wood. Also, Spas are made of molded plastic, acrylic, cement, or fiberglass. Built-in seats and water jets are characteristics of spas. Water enters into spas through the floor and seats, unlike hot tubs. However, the biggest difference is what it is used for. Many spas are designed for swimming and excerising, which is why they are made larger. In addition, spas are typically in facilities with other add-ons like a sauna.

Today, hot tubs and spas are being built very similar but the differences between them are shrinking. Pick your hot tub or spa according to the amenities that you want.

Things to consider before a hot tub purchase:

  • How many people does my tub need to fit?
  • What amenities must my tub have?
  • Is my tub going inside or outside my house?
  • Am I going to have my tub built in or do I want to keep it portable?

Sunny’s Pool & More is your hot tub retailer in Michigan for all of your hot tub needs. We also carry pool tables or pool equipment. We have five locations to best serve you. Get the good times rolling and contact Sunny’s Pool & More! today.

Difference Between Hot Tubs

Free Pool Cue Stick Giveaway!

*Revision note 2017: Viscount West is now Sunny’s Pools & More*

THIS PROMOTION HAS EXPIRED

Viscount Monroe no longer has Billiards, refer to Waterford as the clearance center for Tables.

Last week we began our Free Pool Cue Stick Giveaway on Facebook! This contest was announced exclusively on Viscount Pools West’s Facebook page early to give our social media followers first priority. Viscount Pools West is opening up our Free Pool Cue Stick Giveaway to the readers of our blog this week!

Thank you for participating in the Free Pool Cue giveaway, a winner has been chosen. Please check back with Viscount West often for one of our many promotions we hold every year.

Free Pool Cue

To become eligible to win, please enter to win here.

Winner must reside in Michigan.

 

Novi Home Improvement Show at Suburban Collection

*Revision note 2017: Viscount West is now Sunny’s Pools & More*

Viscount Pools West is going to be at the Novi Home Improvement Show at the Suburban Collection Showplace. Also, this year’ s show will run from January 23-25, 2015 in Novi, Michigan. The admission price is $10 per adult and $9 for seniors that are 55 and older. Children 12 and under are free.

Every year the show is put on by the Home Builders Association of Southeastern Michigan (HBA). HBA is made up of builders, remodelers, property owners, developers, or suppliers in the construction industry.

Novi Home Improvement Show Booth

Novi Home Improvement Show

Come visit Viscount Pools West at the show for pool supplies, hot tubs, or billiards in Michigan!

Finally, follow Viscount on Facebook! We are giving away cue sticks all month!

Celebrate the Holidays with Sunny’s Pools

Sunny’s Pool & More would like to wish you a happy and safe Christmas and New Year’s holiday! We have five stores across Michigan and there are plenty of events going on in the communities that we serve.

Here are a list of our favorite events around our locations:

Waterford

If you missed Waterford’s annual tree lighting event last week, don’t fret because this weekend is Waterford’s Holiday Bazaar Craft Show & Green’s Market. This event lasts until Saturday and has free admission for all.

Monroe

The Monroe County Historical Museum is having its 36th annual Christmas Tree Festival from now until December 30th. This exhibits features over 60 trees and wreaths decorated by students from the school systems and other service organizations in the community.

Macomb

Right down the street from Macomb, MI is the Big, Bright Light Show in downtown Rochester. Happy Holidays From Viscount Pools WestDowntown will be covered in more than 1 million points of light. This show will go on until January 4th.

Livonia 

The largest and longest light show in the Midwest is just a few minutes away from our Livonia residents. The Wayne County Lightest covers over four miles of Hines Drive. It features 47 giant animated themed displays. It’s only $5.00 per vehicle.

Flat Rock 

This Sunday only from 1:00- 4:00 pm you can bring your child that is 10 and under to visit Mrs. Claus at the Flat Rock Historical Village. This event is open to Flat Rock residents. Each child will also get a gift.

Finally, thanks for being valued customers of Sunny’s. We appreciate you! Have a happy and safe holiday!

 

How to Remove Algae from your Swimming Pool

As algae begin to grow within your swimming pool, don’t just allow it to continue to spread, clean it up! Algae is one of the most common problems in swimming pools and isn’t healthy to have in your pool. Also, it can grow on the walls or floor of the swimming pool but algae can be removed or avoided by following a few steps.

Steps To Remove Algae

  1. Wipe off the floor and walls of the swimming pool on a regular basis. By doing this, it will help prevent an algae bloom or remove the
    algae from inside of your pool.algae for viscount pools west
  2. Always clean the pool filter. This ensures that all of the old algae is out and/or removed from the bottom of your pool. If the algae are trapped within the filter, this can possibly allow new algae to grow. A dirty pool is an unhealthy pool.
  3. Vacuum up the old algae from the bottom of your swimming pool. Wait until all of the new algae is completely gone before vacuuming the residue of the old algae altogether. You will be able to tell that the difference between old and new algae by the colors. In addition, old algae tend to have a white or grayish color while new algae have a green hue.
  4. Make sure the pH levels for your pool are correct. Also, chlorine works better when the pH levels are efficient because it helps kill off algae or stops it from forming. Testing your pool’s chemical level helps balance your pool. Putting algaecide inside of your pool on a weekly basis also prevents algae from reappearing.

Finally, if you have any other questions about removing algae from your swimming pool or are interested in purchasing a swimming pool, visit Sunny’s Pools & More at any of our locations.