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Wow, thanks for the great info, this site is really helpful. We are looking at the 575 gold series tub, with the extra garden light package. Cover, steps, ozone, etc... just is the only dealer in town, so there is not to compare to. Another dealer who sells only synthetic tubs mentioned concerns with the wooden tubs rotting from the inside out if there is ever any internal plumbing problems. He actually has a "damaged" wooden tub in the back of his parking lot. I am also concerned as Hydro pool is in Canada, and just not comfortable with warrenty issues. Any other information would be appreciated. Otherwise if we went synthetic, I have been looking at Master, Gulf Coast, and Aquaform (which I think is Sunbelt).Thanks again.Karen
Sorry for the delay. Cedar they use is great quality, should last forever in the area you are placing it. You'll enjoy the spa. My concerns are the bottom cleaning system pulls dirt and debris through the pump area before being filtered, the filter is pressurized and the opening for the skimming action is extremely small. However, they do use very high quality components which will overall last a long time. Seating designs are a little old or look old I should say, but again components are very good.
I believe Kyle just set the record for the most "back handed compliments" in one post!!She already purchased the spa so your "valued concerns" are kinda misplaced. Should you require a detailed understanding of the designs in question Kyle, please don't hesitate to ask so I may make these clear to you. Oh, and BTW Kyle, that " bottom cleaning system" has only been done by us for 25 years but I'll let the factory know that you have some concerns with it... Steve
In the mean time we are going to put a protective coat of water sealer on the cabinet and steps. Any other pre-tub recommendations? Karen
I think this ties the record for the "most sarcastic" responses to "back handed" compliments.
The Self Clean aspect of Hydropool is what we are known for. This system has complete top and bottom filtration and is one of the only spa companies to address any debris that is heavier than water and sits in the footwell by removing it with the built in floor vacuum. It's very difficult to remove this otherwise and this debris causes more frequent draining and refilling.
Huh? I have had 2 spas and never found it difficult to remove debris in the footwell and it's never caused more frequent draining and refilling.
I have owned dozens of spas, and I agree - never found it tough to deal with the very rare debris in the footwell. Also never recall draining because of it.