Relaxing in your hot tub is certainly one of life’s little pleasures but many hot tub owners are looking to make this an even more restorative activity.
There are lots of bubble bath products out there that have a whole host of beneficial properties so it’s little wonder that some people want to add them to their tub.
But can you put bubble bath in a hot tub?
If you are using a jetted hot tub then you should not put bubble bath into the water. This is largely because of the way that the air jets and bubbles interact with the water and what would ordinarily be a regular amount of bubbles could soon get out of control.
For those using a jacuzzi tub, it’s even more important not to use bubble bath as there is a risk of it clogging up your system.
These types of tub recirculate water and anything that may be in it. As this water passes through the pipes, it will leave traces of bubble bath behind which causes clogging.
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Your Hot Tub Is Not A Bath Tub
Hot tubs and bath tubs are vastly different things. Yes, there are some bath tubs that have water jet features but these are still not the same. Therefore, it is incredibly important not to treat your hot tub in the same way you would a bath tub.
When you add bubbles to your bath, these drain away into the sewers once you’re done. But your hot tub may recycle the water and its contents which can lead to problems.
The result of this is damage to your hot tub system which can be very costly to replace.
If you want to enjoy a bubble bath, head back into the house and soak in the bath tub.
The Main Problems With Putting Bubble Bath In A Hot Tub
If you use bubble bath in your hot tub then it’s not going to do any harm to you or your family. It has the same effect on your skin as it would if you were to use it in the bath.
But since that’s where it’s meant to be used, that’s where it should stay.
You see, once you add bubble bath to your hot tub, it won’t be long before you have a mountain of bubbles that are hard to get rid of.
This might sound like a fun idea initially but when it gets out of hand, you’ll wish you hadn’t done it in the first place.
Think about it. A hot tub is a high-pressure piece of equipment that can quickly stir up a huge number of bubbles even from just a small amount of liquid.
Compare this to running a bowl of soapy water to wash the dishes; if you turn the tap up as high as possible, you get a lot more suds owing to the increased pressure that agitates the mixture.
How does this work?
Air. And what does your hot tub produce?
Air! The rest explains itself.
While some people think that adding bubbles will make their hot tub more relaxing, this isn’t the case.
In fact, you’ll probably find that it becomes a lot more difficult to use your tub, spoiling what should have been a relaxing moment.
And don’t think that you can just turn off the jets and wait for things to settle. That mixture will remain in your tub and next time you turn it on, the bubbles will come back once again.
If you ever want to use your hot tub normally again, you’re going to have to drain and clean it. And we all know what a hassle that can be.
Plus, you have to keep in mind that bubble bath will cause your hot tub to work harder putting greater pressure on the system. Ultimately this means that you will have to replace and repair parts much sooner than you would have.
What Can I Put In My Hot Tub?
It may surprise you to learn that there are ways you can enjoy the benefits of essential oils in your hot tub. But this cannot be with bubble bath.
It is possible to put some pure essential oil into your hot tub water but you’d need a significant amount if you were even going to notice it.
Moreover, it’s not recommended to use essential oils directly on the skin and these should always be applied with a carrier oil.
However, it’s not a good idea to put carrier oils in your hot tub water as these could clog the pipes just like bubble bath.
But there are some bath bombs and bath salts that are designed specifically for hot tubs. We cannot express enough the importance of making sure you choose a hot tub suitable product but these are a great way to improve your spa experience without risking the state of the hot tub.
Before adding anything to your hot tub, we would suggest checking out your manufacturer’s guide.
While the information we have included in this guide provides you with a general knowledge of the subject, each hot tub will be different and may be suitable or unsuitable for certain products.
The only way to be certain is to check with the manufacturer.
Conclusion
We know how tempting it can be to add bubble bath to your hot tub in the hopes that you’ll improve your relaxation time.
But too many people have made this mistake before you so take heed and don’t use bubble bath in your hot tub.
Not only will it create a mountain of bubbles that you’ll struggle to get rid of but it can also damage your hot tub.
