Tuesday, April 23, 2019

3 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Whirlpool Tub

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Are you buying your first whirlpool bathtub? Let us help you narrow down the choices. Start by asking yourself the following questions:

Will it fit in the bathroom?
Make sure to measure your bathroom before you even look at a whirlpool, including any space you might gain taking down dividing walls or showers. “Most whirlpools come in three standard sizes,” says Morey. “Five feet, five and a half and six. But you can’t just consider the tub size — they’re all designed to be dropped into a deck, and that will take up more space, with the bare minimum adding at least a half-inch to your measurements on all sides.

“If you think you’d like to hold a lot of stuff like candles and oils near the water, you’ll also need extra space on the deck,” says Morey. “If you’re over six feet tall, you may want to forfeit deck space for more tub room.” Source: HGTV

Is your current heating system enough?
If you choose to heat your whirlpool with your existing in-home heating system, make sure it can handle the amount of water needed to fill the whirlpool. With an external system, the water in the tub will get cool quickly due to the circulating jets, so you will need to frequently refill the tub with hot water. A 50 gallon quick recovery system should be sufficient.

The other option is a self-heating system. A self-heating whirlpool comes with its own internal heating system that circulates the tub water and reheats when necessary. This is a good energy-saving option and the best way to keep your water temperature consistent. Source: DoItYourself

Which type of jet should you pick?
Choose between water jets or air jets. Water-jet whirlpool tubs force water through jets, giving more pressure and a forceful massage. In air-jet whirlpool tubs, air is forced through tiny holes for a lighter massage. A combination whirlpool tub uses both, but will be more expensive and may use more energy.

  • One drawback of water-jet and combination tubs is that you can’t use bath salts or oils, as these will damage the pumping mechanism.
  • Another water-jet and combination tub drawback is that some water stays in the jets, and mold can develop if they’re not regularly cleaned out. Source: WikiHow

We can help you figure out which brand or type of whirlpool tub will work best for your needs. Find out more when you call us today!

 

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Thursday, April 18, 2019

4 Important Tips When Using Essential Oils in Your Bath

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More and more people are falling in love with aromatherapy. It doesn’t just smell good, it also provides health benefits depending on which oil you choose to use. But be careful about putting it in your bath without proper research beforehand, or you might risk burning your skin. Take note of the following tips:

Avoid direct contact with essential oils
“When it comes to putting essential oils in the bath, remember — oil and water don’t mix, which is to say the essential oils are not water soluble,” warns Teachey. Translation: When you climb into the tub, the small drops of oil can adhere to your skin (and tender nether regions!) just as if you’d applied the undiluted oil directly your skin, which can irritate and burn. Ouch!

Use carrier oils
You don’t want essential oils just to sit on top of the water; you want them dispersed throughout. The best way to do that is combine essential oils in a carrier oil first, like coconut, olive, sunflower, or jojoba. “For a single bath, three to 12 drops of essential oil in a tablespoon (15 ml) of carrier oil is sufficient to create a very aromatic, therapeutic bath,” says Teachey, who suggests stirring the bath before climbing in to help circulate oils. Source: GoodHousekeeping

Choose skin-friendly essential oils
As much as we love essential oils, there are some that don’t belong in the tub. Avoid essential oils that can irritate the skin or mucus membranes. On this list: basil, lemongrass, oregano, thyme, nutmeg, peppermint, cinnamon, clove, black pepper, and bay. Source: HelloGlow

Don’t stay for too long
Soaking for just the right amount of time in your luxurious bath will ensure that you get the most benefits from your aromatherapy session.

  • You’ll want to soak in your aromatherapy bath for about 15-20 minutes to get the most benefits. Staying in longer can dry out or damage your skin.
  • Consider using bath props, such as a pillow or rose petals, to help you relax further.
  • A warm washcloth over your eyes will also help you enjoy your bath. Just make sure to warm it in water under the faucet so that you don’t get any essential oil in your eyes. Source: WikiHow

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Wednesday, April 17, 2019

Different Ways to Clean a Porcelain Bathtub

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Chilling in the bath is one of life’s greatest pleasures. But, if your tub is dirty, you might feel stressed instead of relaxed. To ensure its cleanliness, here are some things you can do:

Regular Cleaning Routine
For gentle weekly cleaning, look for store-bought cleansers that are marked “safe for porcelain enamel”, or make your own by mixing a few tablespoons of dishwashing soap with about a gallon of hot water. Use a rag or soft sponge to scrub the porcelain, and then rinse well with water. Source: Home.HowStuffWorks

Removal of Rust
If you have a rust stain (or any other marks or filth that the above techniques can’t touch) you can try this method as a last resort:

  1. Cover the stain with table salt
  2. Take half of a lemon and squeeze the juice over the salt
  3. Scrub the salt/lemon mixture with a clean cloth or a nylon sponge
  4. If the stain still doesn’t come up, leave the paste-mixture on the stain for an hour or so, then squeeze more lemon juice on the stain and try scrubbing the stain again
  5. Rinse and wipe clean Source: ApartmentTherapy

Keeping the Tub Shiny
Squeeze lemon oil onto a soft cloth and rub the sides of your bathtub. The lemon oil also forms a protective coating that helps stop water spots, soap scum and minor stains. Avoid rubbing the oil on the bottom of the tub because it can be quite slippery. Source: Hunker

Quick Clean
Need to do a quick tub cleanup before guests arrive? Grab the handiest item — your shampoo! It does a great job on soap scum because it rinses clean. You can use it to buff a shine into your chrome faucets as well. Source: RD

If you’re looking for the best-looking bathtubs, we have lots in store for you. Unlike others, we also offer maintenance and repairs. Contact us for more info.

 

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Florida USBC Open State Championships Insight

With Florida’s Open State Championships being held at my local center — home of BowlersMart Jacksonville — Batt Family Fun Center, I thought it would be a good idea to give a little bit of insight on the lanes, approaches, center as a whole, and what it has to offer family’s bringing their children with them.

First thing is first: the lanes. The lanes are a 25-30 year old HPL surface, so the friction is on the high side. However, the heads have been replaced multiple times to my knowledge, and — quite honestly — the lanes play far better than you’d expect a surface of this age to play. We will be bowling on the low side of the center; the boutique will be out of use during competition. 1-24, despite being old HPL actually plays quite well pair-to-pair. In fact, I don’t find many issues at all with the exception of perhaps a lane or two.

Now, that isn’t to say that there aren’t some minor pair-to-pair differences, but, given the age and variables at work, all of the lanes play rather well.

As for approaches, they’re wood, as you’d expect, given the lanes. Therefore, I don’t see anyone having many approach issues. Even with the Florida heat, I wouldn’t expect or anticipate any tackiness. The approaches were recently resurfaced, and they did a fantastic job with them. Expect the approaches to be exceptional.

The pins were just changed out just a few short weeks ago, so I would expect the carry to be fine by the time the tournament starts. As with any new pins, there is a break in period, but that should be long gone by the time you are bowling your team event(s).

With the center itself, do not judge a book by the cover. Though the outside is typical of most centers from the period, the inside is wonderful, and most of the center was recently re-done.

They have all new carpet throughout the center, new masking units, new seating areas, an attractive dark wood just before the approach, beautifully contrasting the tan of the approach, and a family fun side that is relatively speaking new.

This arcade side is perfect for children visiting with their parents. While parents are bowling, there is a multitude of things for your children to do: laser tag, mini-golf, a full arcade, and mini bowling. So, needless to say, keeping your children busy and entertained should not be an issue.

All and all, the center is in immaculate condition given the age and the wear and tear that time inevitably brings with it. The center has an excellent staff and it starts at the top. The proprietor is avidly involved and always trying to improve her product. No shortcuts have been taken, and I think that you will be pleased with the environment that she and her staff have worked hard to create.

As for us, we at BowlersMart Jacksonville are open seven days a week and will have multiple employees on hand during every squad of the event. We look forward to seeing you all and hope you all have a wonderful time here at Batt Family Fun Center in Jacksonville, Florida!

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