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Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: pruned_hands on October 22, 2005, 03:46:19 pm

Title: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: pruned_hands on October 22, 2005, 03:46:19 pm: As we near the winter season (and the 76" of average annual snow fall) I wonder if anyone has seen or heard of a heated floor mat to place near the tub. My wife would love to step into the tub from a snow free, semi-warm mat, as opposed to the inch of snow/ice that we inevitably will face.

I am looking for something electric that could be plugged in to provide a snow free entry point. I also would love ideas on how to keep towels warm (at least something cheaper than the $1800 cedar towel warmer I have seen on line.

thanks for the ideas.

pruned hands
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: could-not-resist on October 22, 2005, 04:35:20 pm: Don't know about a heated floor mat, But if you find one, I'd wrap the towels up in one. You're Welcome ;D
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: PackerPaul on October 22, 2005, 04:42:02 pm: http://www.allmats.com/site/439205/page/444687

Try a seach on any search engine for 'outdoor heated floor mats'. I came up with lots of hits...most were very pricey though.
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: Chas on October 22, 2005, 09:33:58 pm: (http://www.allmats.com/members/439205/uploaded/MeltAway/HotTub.jpg) Wow. Wouldn't it be easier to just move to a better climate?
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: pruned_hands on October 23, 2005, 06:51:55 am: yes, we think that from November to March (the months with snow), but the recent hurricanes have solved most desire to move to the tropis.

That;s why we're getting a tub...keep us warm on cold nights!
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: Vinny on October 23, 2005, 08:37:58 am: I've read to use a cooler and throw the towels in the dryer before putting them in the cooler. I've also read to use those gel packs that can be heated (microwave) and throw those into a cooler with the towels.
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: salesdvl on October 23, 2005, 11:35:26 am: Dang it Vinny, I was gonna say that. ;)
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: pruned_hands on October 23, 2005, 12:05:27 pm: thanks for the good ideas.... Snow is actually in the forecast over the next couple of days.
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: Vinny on October 23, 2005, 12:10:22 pm: Quote
Dang it Vinny, I was gonna say that. ;)

But you didn't - I DID!!! ;) ;D ;) ;D
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: wmccall on October 23, 2005, 12:30:42 pm: A $2 alternative is to buy a cheapo pair of sandals and wear them into the tub. You put them back in the water before you get out and your not stepping in snow.
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: Lori on October 23, 2005, 01:48:37 pm: Quote
A $2 alternative is to buy a cheapo pair of sandals and wear them into the tub. You put them back in the water before you get out and your not stepping in snow.

At the risk of brown nosing, this is what I do. Someone made their own, but can't remember who.
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: r100rs on October 24, 2005, 11:52:29 pm: You could always try those heater tapes that keep piipes from freezing or to prevent ice dams in your gutters/roof lines - remember to place something over the tape.

Now before I get bashed - I never said it was smart, only something to try.

r100rs
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: drewstar on October 25, 2005, 08:52:46 am: My tub is only 3 steps to the door, so I don't have too much of a problem in the dead of winter, but if you have more of a hike to the tub, I'd be more inclined to have a pair of big floppy boots to slip on (Bean boots, come to mind, or a pair of Ugs for ladies.) than a heated mat. Also, my tub has some hooks on the cover lifter handle for towels, I've never used them, but wonder if in the winter the steam from the tub might keep them warm? (or would they just get damp?)

But, FWIW here are some electric mats that are a bit cheaper than the other link:
http://ergopages.com/cozylegproducts.html?gc4-1
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: Chris_H on October 25, 2005, 09:31:43 am: Quote
Someone made their own, but can't remember who.

Jesus?
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: cappykat on October 25, 2005, 10:13:01 am: Chris H...I like your answer!!
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: Chas on October 25, 2005, 11:30:09 am: Quote

Jesus?

No, he lived in the desert...
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: stuart on October 25, 2005, 11:39:28 am: Try this...it will melt snow and ice, warm towels and not melt your cover!
(http://store1.yimg.com/I/rewilliams_1866_18611000)
Title: Re: heated floor mat? way to keep towels warm?
Post by: kitchener on September 21, 2014, 10:34:09 pm: Quote from: Vinny on October 23, 2005, 08:37:58 am
I've read to use a cooler and throw the towels in the dryer before putting them in the cooler....

Running a search (really, just for floor mat recommendations, but "heated" caught my eye...), I came across what looks like a pretty good idea. Worth a bump! Does it work?