Gravel is an excellent choice for a hot tub base. It’s relatively cost-effective and easy to install, plus it’s very good for drainage. This is important because you need to make sure any rain water or overspill from your hot tub is able to drain away from the base. And unlike concrete, gravel won’t crack over time.
Do I need to put anything under my hot tub?
A level base will ensure your Hot Tub transfers the weight of its contents through the structure correctly. This will prevent any warping and any unnecessary strain on the tub. It’ll also mean the water doesn’t spill out of one side!
Can I put a hot tub on pavers?
A hot tub can be placed on pavers, but ensure that they can bear the weight of the hot tub, including water and persons. Ensure that the floor is level and solid. Most pavers are laid at an angle to improve rainwater removal. Such a slope is not suited for a hot tub.
Can you put a hot tub on paving slabs?
Most patios, block paving and other surfaces are already reinforced and will be able to take the weight of a hot tub placement.
Can a hot tub be placed directly on the ground?
Outdoor hot tub placement, such as decks, concrete or brick patios, is common. However, the hot tub can be placed on any solid, uniform, level surface. Do not place your hot tub on grass or bare ground.
Can you put inflatable hot tub on grass?
It would help if you also remembered that it isn’t a great idea to keep inflatable hot tubs in the same place on grass without moving them from time to time. It can leave a mark on the floor and may even kill the grass. Plus, you may have to fork out on grass-enhancing sprays if you rent your house.
Can you put a hot tub on pea gravel?
The construction gravel should be topped with another layer of smaller sized pea gravel until it is perfectly even with the edges of the excavated area. So yes, a hot tub can sit on gravel! To find out more about hot tub installation requirements, download a hot tub buyer’s guide.
Does a lazy spa need to be on level ground?
Level Ground and Floor Protection
Your Lay‑Z‑Spa should always be setup on flat and level ground. If your flooring is uneven or not level, you could encounter issues of unequal water distribution and unequal pressure on your hot tub liner. Not least will it be less comfortable.
Do hot tubs need to be perfectly level?
Once a hot tub has been filled with water and bathers, it can weigh over 8,000 pounds. Any surface dips can create stress on the hot tub shell, which can lead to cracking. When leveling a hot tub, it is important to ensure that the surface is completely flat but also that water drainage can easily occur.
What base do you need for a spa?
Surfaces that suit hot tubs are: Concrete Slab – for spas you require a level base of 100mm (4”) minimum thickness with F72 mesh (subject to soil conditions).
How do you prepare the ground for a hot tub?
Place a layer of gravel on the leveled spot. The thickness of the layer will depend on the size and weight of your hot tub, but a layer four to six inches thick should be adequate for most hot tubs. Extend the gravel out around the tub in all directions, to avoid having a muddy area around your hot tub.
How do you make a spa base?
Gravel Base
Dig out an area several inches deep and make sure the ground at the bottom is pressed flat. Fill the hole with gravel and press it down to make sure it will not shift or sink once it has weight on it. The gravel will conform to the shape of the bottom of your tub to hold it firmly in place.
Can I put a hot tub on patio stones?
Hot tubs require a level base that is able to support the weight of the hot tub when it is filled with water and bathers. You can use a concrete slab, gravel, a deck or patio pavers as options to support your hot tub.
Can I put a hot tub under a deck?
Your hot tub can be placed just about anywhere—outdoors or even indoors when practical. You can put it on a deck, patio, rooftop entertaining area, or even under a gazebo.
