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Spas – Ease of Installation & Integration In Your Home

admin — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:09:20 +0000

A spa or swim spa is an ideal alternative to a swimming pool – providing you and your family with an indoor or outdoor health and relaxation option. Spas are simple to install and integrate into your home or backyard – let the experts at Spa Factory Seconds teach you a little more.

Installing a spa can be done efficiently and quickly when performed by the right person. There are many aspects to consider when installing a spa and these aspects will differ depending on whether spa is inground or portable. Some of these aspects are: hoses, electricity, pipes, pumps, drilling into the ground, space for the spa and any extra water costs should all be considered when setting up your new spa. Be sure to choose a suitable location for your spa; if you are not sure we are more than happy to assess your situation and provide you with handy advice.

We do suggest that upon selecting the space for your inground spa that excavation is performed as quickly as possible, as any extreme changes in weather or long periods of rain could affect the ground where you plan to install your spa. Another vital aspect that you consider is that in Australia is the law that all spas and pools deeper than 300mm must be surrounded by safety fencing, with self locking latches on any gates at least 1.5m high from the ground. Therefore your spa may very well need fencing and the cost and development must be considered before you install.

Our spa specialists have been dealing with and installing spas and swim spas for many years, and we guarantee that we can assist you with installing your spa. We can assist you in selecting the perfect spa for your backyard; integrating the style with your garden and features. Be sure to contact Spa Factory Seconds today to find out more about spa installation and integration.

Vital Accessories For Your Spa

admin — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 01:51:35 +0000

When purchasing and installing a spa, there are many important spa accessories you may need to aquire. These accessories will assist you in maintaining the safety, cleanliness and appearance of your spa or swim spa. Spa Factory Seconds have all of your spa accessory requirements ready in store for you to purchase at any time. Here is an overview of our spa accessories:

Chemicals
PQ Spa Calcium Plus – Increases the level of calcium in your spa.
PQ pH and Alkalinity Decreaser – Lowers pH and Total Alkalinity in your spa.
PQ Spa pH and Alkalinity Increaser – Increases pH and Total Alkalinity in your spa.

Smart Steps
We have a broad range of Smart Steps that will increase the safety of your spa or swim spa. Our Smart Steps are available in a wide variety of colours to suit any home, backyard and spa – have a look today.

General Spa Accessories
Cover Lifter – Assists in lifting your spa cover and storing it safely.
Towel Rail – A safe and organised place to hang your towels.
Spa Tray - Place your drinks and nibbles on the spa tray.
Booster Seat – Boosts children comfortably in your spa.
Balboa Remote Floating – Water resistant floating remote for your convenience.
Dolphin Remote Floating – Water resisitant floating remote for your convenience.
7 LED Lighting – Underwater lighting for your spa with 7 different light shows; great day and night.
22 LED Lighting – Underwater lighting for your spa with 22 different light shows; great day and night.
Ozone Water Purifier – Purifies and cleans your water all year round.
Aromatherapy – Options for relaxation and lovely atmosphere.
Super Swim Pole – Assists in fitness and health when using your swim spa.
Filters – In a variety of sizes and functions.
Water Wand Filter Cleaner – Cleans eight pleats at one time in one action.
Maintenance Starter Kit – Everything you need to keep your spa at it’s best.
Supa Vac – A swim spa, spa and pool vacuum to assist you in keeping your spa clean.

Timber Accessories
Bar Stools – Slide easily under a bar for your convenience and entertainment.
Steps – An alternative to our Smart Step range – safe and effective.
Timber Stain – Keep your timber shiny and colourful all year round.
Stools – A great addition beside your spa or under your gazebo.

At-Home Spas – An Alternative To Health & Day Spas

admin — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 22:58:29 +0000

Visiting a health spa or day spa can be a great way to relax and unwind – but why go to a day spa when you could enjoy similar results in your own home? Soaking in a spa can provide you with many health benefits such as hydrotherapy, relaxation and muscle rehabilitation – and here at Spa Factory Seconds we know that you can reap the rewards in your own backyard.

There are many things that you can do to create a wonderful ambiance around your spa – making the experience much like a trip to the day spa. Relax at the end of a long day by slipping in to the warm water and turning on the bubbles, with friends, family or a partner. Selecting some mood enhancing music can assist you in calming the senses. Spa Factory Seconds can provide you with options such as Aromatherapy, in-spa electronics and much more.

Of course, you can always opt for an at-home facial, put your feet up with a glass of wine and relax. Visiting your own personal ‘day spa’ can help you sleep better, breathe easier, vitalise the skin, soothe the senses, massage the muscles and much more. To find out more about all of our spa models here at Spa Factory Seconds come in and visit our Bayswater showroom.

Saturn Prestige

admin — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 22:54:09 +0000

If you are looking for a big, high quality family spa for everyone to enjoy, Spa Factory Seconds has the one for you. The Saturn Prestige portable spa is the largest five person spa in our range that offers two lounges with plenty of leg room. This spa is ideal for friends, family and special loved ones.

Here are just a couple of the features of the Saturn Prestige:

3 KW Heater, stainless steel heat exchanger and 24 hour circulation pump for lower running costs
2 x 4.8 BH main pumps and crystal clear water filtration system
Aromatherapy
90 mm 7 colour LED Light
Drink ice bucket
Hydrotherapy massage jets
Reverse moulded neck jets

Be sure to come down to Spa Factory Seconds quick, as this fantastic family spa won’t last long! Give us a call today!

Spa Glossary

admin — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 22:52:27 +0000

Algae: Small plant life which rarely grows in spa water. Often green, yellow or black, algae is slimy in texture.

Alkalinity: How alkaline is measured in spa water, i.e. above 7.0 pH.

Alum: Aluminum sulfate, commonly called floc, is used to help clarify water.

Calcium Chloride: Added to raise calcium hardness.

Calcium Hardness: A measure of the level of calcium salts in the water. Helps determine how scaling or corrosive the water is.

Chlorinator: A canister which releases chlorine into the water.

Chlorine: A sanitizer and an oxidizer. As a sanitizier, kills bacteria; as an oxidizer burns off organic matter and kills algae.

Clarifier: Chemical used to remove cloudiness from water.

Disinfectant: A chemical that kills bacteria and deodorizes.

Filter: A porous, fibrous material in cylinder form that’s called an element. It allows water to pass through while it collects particles, organic matter, oils, lotions and foreign debris that accumulates in spa water.

Filter Cycle: A programmed period of time the spa filters water each day.

Humidity: In excess is associated with mildew, especially on indoor hot tubs where moisture tends to be trapped in the hot tub room.

Hydrogen Peroxide: A non-chlorine oxidizer used with biguanide systems.

Ionizer: A device that generates copper and/or zinc and/or silver ions to kill bacteria and algae.

Jets: The openings through which water flows into the hot tub. Jets affect the direction, volume and velocity of water.

Oxidizer: Chemical that burns up organic matter.

Pump: Moves water through the filter and heater system and back into the spa.

Sanitizer: A chemical used to kill bacteria.

Shock: The action of adding a chemical known as an oxidizer to spa water to gas-off organic wastes which cause cloudiness and algae.

Skimmer: A box-like compartment in the spa through which debris, oily film and contaminants flow into the filter when the pump is on.

Strainer: A basket in some spa pumps that collects debris which could restrict water flow.

Chemical Balancing Products For Your Spa

admin — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 23:03:10 +0000

Spa Factory Seconds and Spa-Rite Bayswater can offer you and you family all that you will need in the way of chemicals for your spa. Currently, we have four important chemicals that will assist in the chemical balancing of your spa, keeping it clean, clear and safe all year round. These include:

PQ Spa Sanitiser

2 Kg Lithium Hypochlorite

Lithium Hypochlorite is a much cleaner type of chlorine and is used to sanitise your spa. This product will help to control the algae and bacteria in spas which will improve your water balance, keeping your spa model in it’s best condition.

The Natural Spa Purifier

Nature 2 stick 10g/kg SILVER(Ag) present as metal

Nature 2 sticks are used instead of the old Bromine system. The nature 2 stick is an all natural purifier that reduces the amount of time spent maintaining your spa. The nature 2 stick sits in your filters and lasts an amazing 4 months! It works better and improves your water, nature 2 water is brilliantly clear and soft.

PQ pH and Alkalinity Decreaser

750 grams Sodium Bisulphate

Lowers pH and total Alkalinity in your spa’s water. It is a safer alternative to use than liquid acid. This product is designed for lowering pH and total Alkalinity Stabile Strength. It is completely safe and will not harm you or your spa in any way.

PQ Spa pH and Alkalinity Increaser

1 Kg Sodium Bicarbonate

Increases pH and Total Alkalinity in your spa. This product serves as a pH buffer. The results will give you better water quality and an increase in the pH.

Cover Lifters For Your Spa

admin — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 23:00:33 +0000

One of the ‘musts’ when purchasing a spa is having a hard cover, to keep the water clean, warm and protect the model itself. These covers are generally lightweight, however for the elderly and small children, we recommend a cover lifter. Spa Factory Seconds are able to provide you and your family with our Cover Lifters, that will make removing and storing your cover an easy task!

If your family is regularly using your spa throughout the year, a Cover Lifter would be perfect. The process of getting your cover on and off can often decrease your desire to want to hop in the spa, and this is where the Cover Lifter comes in handy! The Cover Lifter not only takes the cover off, it also gives it a place to be stored safely and easily.

There is no complex installation when purchasing a Cover Lifter, and the process is simple and quick, removing your cover in a couple of smooth motions. The design is modern and sleek, and will not take away from the appearance of your spa design. If you are an avid spa owner, this item is a must have!

To find out more about the Cover Lifter for your spa, come on in to our showroom or give on of our friendly team a call today.

Smart Steps For Your Spa

admin — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 22:58:07 +0000

A great way of keeping you and your family safe around a spa is by purchasing a set of Smart Steps. Spa Factory Seconds and Spa-Rite can offer you a large variety of steps to suit your environment and spa perfectly. Steps are great for anyone, at any age – helping young ones get out of the spa and reducing the chances of slipping.

Our Smart Steps are available in one handy size (600W x 300D x 240H), providing the perfect solution for any situation. If you want steps that can be easily hidden away, that is no problem. The steps that we carry are produced in a diverse variety of colours including shades of coastal grey, moroccan brown, redwood and timber.

All designs are modern and fitting with all of our spa models. For extra safety, there is a foot grip on each step to assist with slips. To find out more about our Smart Steps, come visit us at our showroom in Bayswater, and speak to a spa professional today!

What About The Spa Water?

admin — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 22:56:13 +0000

If you require water to be brought to your home for your new spa or swim spa, Spa Factory Seconds can help you out. Our truck can deliver up to 3000 litres of water per load, a simple solution for you and your family to make the most of your spa this summer. At these measurements, it will be simple for you to establish how much water you will require:

Standard Spa:
2000mm x 2000m m x 850 mm = up to 1200 litres of water

Standard Spa:
2300mm x 2300m m x 850 mm = up to 1500 litres of water

Standard Spa:
2300mm x 3000m m x 850 mm = up to 1900 litres of water

Standard Spa:
3500mm x 2300mm x 980mm = up to 2500 litres of water

Standard Swim Spa:
4300mm x 2300mm x 1320 mm = 6000 litres of water

Standard Large Swim Spa:
5800mm x 2300mm x 1320mm = up to 8150 litres of water

In general, it is best if you can contact our friendly team at least 2-3 days prior to delivery. We are readily able to cover all of the Melbourne metro area, country regions or interstate and can service the majority of homes with no difficulty. Please let us know if your home has any special requirements.

The water we use for filling your spa is rain water from the roof of our warehouse, or occasionally spring water in bulk. Water for a standard spa up to 2000 litres with delivery of a Spa-Rite or Spa Factory Seconds spa is $200. Delivery of water on its own, up to 3000 litres, is $300 per load in Melbourne metro area.

If you require any accessories or chemicals for your spa, please do not hesitate to give us a call today here at Spa Factory Seconds.

The Jupiter Sports Spa

admin — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 22:53:55 +0000

If you are on the hunt for a large spa to go with a big family or entertainment-based lifestyle, look no further! Spa Factory Seconds currently have the Jupiter Sports in stock, a massive ten seater that is great for any environment!

The Jupiter Sports is great for comfort, fun and space – meaning no squeezing in beside people and more room to move! The Jupiter boasts a huge 56 hydrotherapy and air massage jets, suitable for all requirements and ages. If you are an entertainer or a bigger family who has a some un-used space, the Jupiter is perfect for you!

The Jupiter is highly popular for it’s health and relaxation purposes. It is proven that warm water increases blood flow and circulation, accelerating the body’s natural healing process. So, when you get home after a long day at work, or one of the kids have pulled a muscle at footy, the Jupiter is a great option. Purchasing a spa such as the Jupiter Sports can decrease stress levels and assist sleeping patterns.

For more information on the Jupiter Sports Spa, give Spa Factory Seconds a call today – but be quick, as stock won’t last long!