pg_rider Posted October 10, 2006 Report Share Posted October 10, 2006 Anyone ever try or recommend putting some sort of foam pad under your tub to deaden noise and maybe provide some insulation? We're putting our tub on a concrete pad which I understand should be quieter than a wood deck, but for not a lot of money I could put a hi-density foam pad underneath for even further damping and maybe some insulation from the cold concrete. I use this stuff under my home gym and it's very dense, and I can feel the heat retention when I lay on it. Anyone think this would be a BAD idea? Here's what I would use: http://www.getrung.com/index.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chas Posted October 11, 2006 Report Share Posted October 11, 2006 Anyone think this would be a BAD idea? I can't think of a reason it would be a bad idea - there is a lot of weight involved in a filled spa, so be sure the pad you choose is up to the task. Also, you might have some deterioration over time around the edges if it gets direct sunlight. I would find some way to cover it - perhaps with some wooden trim or something. Other than that, I think it would be a plus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m3722 Posted October 11, 2006 Report Share Posted October 11, 2006 I put 1" foam insulatiion (blue styrofoam on houses) under mine and I haven't had any problems. It is on my deck, then I put down 1/2" marine grade MDO plywood, then the foam, then the hot tub. It seems to be fine and I'm sure it hasn't hurt with a little extra insulation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim_The_Jim Posted October 11, 2006 Report Share Posted October 11, 2006 Anyone ever try or recommend putting some sort of foam pad under your tub to deaden noise and maybe provide some insulation? We're putting our tub on a concrete pad which I understand should be quieter than a wood deck, but for not a lot of money I could put a hi-density foam pad underneath for even further damping and maybe some insulation from the cold concrete. I use this stuff under my home gym and it's very dense, and I can feel the heat retention when I lay on it. Anyone think this would be a BAD idea? Here's what I would use: http://www.getrung.com/index.html Weather conditions where you live, in particular rain, will cause a lot of mold if you don't allow for air to pass under the spa. If you place the foam in strips, as long as the spa has enough structure to work that way, then even in Seattle it is a good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennnis Posted October 11, 2006 Report Share Posted October 11, 2006 You may want to look at one of the spa pads. They are made to support spa on ground without deck or concrete. If you prevent cold /heat transfer from concrete to tub you should be helping out on your energy usage although it will be a rather small savings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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