Spa accessories

Undoubtedly, thermal cover. This type of cover helps to increase and maintain the water temperature.

Keeping the water and surfaces of your spa in perfect condition not only ensures a better user experience, but also prolongs the life of the components. The question is often asked: better manual or automatic cleaning? The ideal answer is both systems, each in its function.

Although SPAs are smaller than swimming pools, the concentration of dirt, body oils, foams and residues is much higher, due to the reduced volume and high temperature of the water. Therefore, it is advisable to combine both methods:

1. Manual cleaning connected to the filtration system

This system uses the power of the SPA's own purification circuit to suck the dirt from the bottom. For this purpose, it is essential to have:

• Specific suction inlet for cleaning
• Hose and manual cleaner compatible with SPAs
• Filtration system in good condition This method is fast, efficient and allows a powerful suction, ideal for removing fine particles that accumulate at the bottom.

2. Autonomous manual cleaning: Zodiac Spa Wand

The Zodiac Spa Wand is a very interesting solution for those looking for flexibility. It is a portable manual pool cleaner that does not need to be connected to the filtration system.

• Ideal for quick cleanings
• Perfect for overhead, portable or hard to reach spas
• No hoses or hydraulic connections required

We also offer manual automatic suction solutions

• BWT BC02
• BWT BC50

3. Specific automatic cleaning for SPAs

The top of the range are the automatic robots designed for SPAs. Unlike pool robots, these are designed for small spaces, with integrated curves and seats.

• Compact and lightweight equipment
• Ergonomic design adapted to the shape of the SPA basin
• Autonomous and programmable operation
• Efficient cleaning without manual intervention

Although their price is higher, they offer total comfort and a constant level of cleaning, ideal for SPAs of frequent or professional use.

The best way to visualize the design of a SPA is to imagine that each bathing station is like an individual chair or armchair, so that the design is not just based on liters of water or surface area, but on ergonomics and comfort.

Basic rules:

• Each bather needs his or her own space, as if sitting in an armchair.
• The height of the seat should allow the user to be submerged comfortably, without the water completely covering the head, but well supported.
• Approximate dimensions per seat:
• Width per seat: between 65 and 75 cm
• Height from feet to seat: between 40 and 45 cm (depending on the user)
• Total height of the backrest (lumbar area to shoulders): between 50 and 60 cm
• Depth of the glass: between 80 and 90 cm from the bottom to the edge (may vary according to design)

These measurements ensure that the SPA is comfortable and functional for adults, without compromising the ergonomics of the seat or the effectiveness of the hydromassage.

where should the nozzles be placed?

The location of the nozzles is key to an effective whirlpool experience. Not all nozzles should be placed the same: it depends on whether they are air or water and the effect we want to achieve.

Placement recommendations:

Water nozzles (pressurized hydromassage):

• Lumbar area: this is the most common and effective location. It helps to relax the back muscles.
• Calf or calf area: in lounger-type positions. Improves circulation and relieves fatigue.
• Separation between nozzles: between 15 and 25 cm, depending on the desired effect and type of jet.

Air nozzles (bubbles):

• Arm and hip area: ideal for creating an enveloping sensation.
• They can also be placed on the bottom, for a jacuzzi effect over the entire surface.
• The flow rate is lower, but softer and more relaxing.
• Separation between nozzles: it can be somewhat smaller, around 10-15 cm, depending on the design.
• Designing a comfortable and functional SPA is not only a question of liters or total size, but of thinking about the individual comfort of each user.

Imagine each seat as an armchair and plan the SPA based on how many "armchairs" you need.

And above all, take care of the location and the distance between nozzles, because a great part of the relaxation experience will depend on them.

When we talk about SPAs, we don't just think about hot water and massage jets. The environment plays a fundamental role in the experience, and lighting is key to generate an atmosphere of calm, comfort and disconnection.

Good lighting in the SPA should not be functional, as in a swimming pool, but ambient and sensory. What do we recommend from Quimipool?

1. Mini spotlights: compact and discreet

Due to the small size of the SPA basin and its curved design or with integrated seats, we always recommend using small format spotlights (Mini LED).

• They are easily integrated into curved walls or narrow areas
• Do not dazzle the bather
• They allow to distribute points of light strategically without saturating the environment

2. Color

• White light: ideal for SPAs for relaxation, night use or "zen" type environments.
• RGB (multicolor): allows to personalize the environment according to the moment. Highly recommended if the SPA is used in chromotherapy sessions, wellness or as a decorative element.

Many units already include remote control or compatibility with home automation systems, which allows changing the intensity or color easily.

3. Strategic light distribution

• It is not a question of illuminating "the whole glass", but of creating points of light that generate an enveloping and welcoming atmosphere.
• One or two spotlights in opposite areas of the spa are usually enough
• If the SPA has loungers, indirect light can be placed in foot or back areas
• Avoid direct light to the eyes: the important thing is to bathe the space, not to dazzle

Disinfection in the spa: why is it more demanding than in a swimming pool? When it comes to chemical water treatment, many users tend to think that a spa, having less volume than a swimming pool, is easier to maintain. Nothing could be further from the truth.

The SPA presents a series of conditions that complicate disinfection and require greater control of the water.

why is disinfection in SPAs more critical?

1. Lower water volume

With fewer liters in circulation, any contamination has a more immediate effect. A single person can completely upset the water balance if not properly maintained.

2. Higher temperatures

The water in a spa is usually kept between 35 and 38 ºC, which accelerates the degradation of the disinfectant and favors the proliferation of bacteria such as Legionella if not properly controlled.

3. Higher organic load per user

In a SPA, users spend more time submerged, in less space and with the body in direct contact with the water.

This generates:

• More sweat
• More remains of cosmetics and body oils
• Higher bacterial load per liter

which disinfection products are the most suitable for SPAs?

In Quimipool we recommend the use of specific products, designed to act effectively in the special conditions of the SPA.

1. Specific chlorine or bromine for whirlpools

• Bromine: more stable than chlorine at high temperatures and less aggressive with skin and mucous membranes. Highly recommended for indoor or frequently used SPAs.
• Specific chlorine for SPAs: with controlled dissolution formulations, adapted to small volumes and high temperatures.

For disinfection to be effective, it is vital to maintain the chemical balance of the water. The main values to be controlled are:

• pH: between 7.2 and 7.6
• Level of disinfectant (free chlorine or bromine): depending on the product used
• Total alkalinity: between 80 and 120 ppm
• Calcium hardness: to avoid incrustations in pumps and nozzles Poor management of these parameters can lead to cloudy water, unpleasant odors, itchy skin or proliferation of microorganisms.