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Born in the USA: The History of Portable Spas

We walk through the history of the portable spa, from wine vat to fiberglass to the acrylic beauties we see today.

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Borates: Once Per Year

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Once per year, Haviland reminds you that borates help maintain ideal water quality – and only need to be tested and reapplied once per year.

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AQUA Celebrates Four Decades

Forty years ago this month, we started out in the magazine business.

Top It Off: Hot Tub Cover and Lifter Roundup

Each hot tub sale is an opportunity to boost your revenue by adding on a cover or cover lifter. Here, we take a look at new and popular models on the market.

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APSP, NSPF Take Major Step Toward Unification

The boards of APSP and NSPF have hired a professional services firm to lead the unification process.

'Imagining' a New Store Concept

In this showroom, vignettes highlight the many ways hot tubs and outdoor living go hand in hand.

The showroom at Imagine Backyard Living illustrates the many ways portable spas and outdoor furniture can intertwine.

Hot Tubs and the 'Intimacy' Angle

Many in the spa industry say hot tubs are good for relationships — so why don’t we talk about it more?

Photo by Hot Springs.

Devastating CA Fire Caused By Faulty Hot Tub Wiring

The results of a lengthy investigation conclude that a homeowner’s DIY hot tub wiring attempt caused California’s third-worst wildfire on record.

The Valley Fire. Photo by Noah Berger.

Uber for Pool Service: Will On-Demand Service Take Off?

Similar to Angie’s List and Amazon Services, this company claims its service will help generate leads for service techs. Does it work?

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OSHA Jacks Fines by 78%

In accordance with a federal law that went into effect yesterday, fines for OSHA infractions by employers will be raised by 78 percent.

Hiring for the Sales Floor

It’s time, you’ve decided, to add a go-getter to your sales staff. But how can you pick the right candidate?

Closing the Comfort Gap in Custom Spas

For a long time, portable spas have outpaced custom spas in hydrotherapy options and ergonomics. However, builders and manufacturers are now pushing the envelope with new designs that make custom spas as comfortable as they are beautiful.

While portable spas are tough to beat when it comes to hydrotherapy and ergonomics, concrete spas can be designed and built to any shape and size, like this highly unusual spa that includes a trough lounger.

Time is Running Out to Submit AOE Entries

Still planning on entering your projects in APSP’s Awards of Excellence? There’s only a few days left!

A 2015 gold AOE winner: AAA Custom Pools, Inc. | Jupiter, Fla. | Concrete Pools: Vanishing Edge (601 sq. ft. or more)

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