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So, the wife and I are having preliminary "discussions" about getting a tub. Now, I know most folks just put thier tub out in the open. The argument: "we're not getting a tub until you build something to put it in. I don't want to deal with all the bugs". We live in MA, sort of a country town, we do get a lot of bugs around (mosquitos and gnats, etc). What experiences have you had with the insect population? Are they a nusience around tubs, or is there anything about the chemicles in the steam that may drive them off at all?Personally, I'd rather be able to look up at the night sky. But if I must build, then build I shall. Thanks in advance for any input.
Personally, I'd rather be able to look up at the night sky.
Hey Tommy, yesterday in the mail Lowes sent me their spring backyard catalog, and they had several nice enclosures that could be used for tubs, simillar to what I posted before - but with a new style for a few hundred dollars.; Bugs in MA are really only a problem at Dusk, and in the summer months. An outdoor hot tubs is a year round thing. Also, I doubt you will be sitting in your tub for hours and hours. Most soaks are under an hour. I wouldn't worry too much about bugs, and focus on the right tub for you and the location. and plan on having it uncovered. If you do find there is a big bug problem. there's a ton of solutions, including tents (like the above), enclosed gazebos, mosiqto-deleto propane units, etc, that can always be added latter. Where in MA are you?