canucker Posted December 5, 2009 Report Share Posted December 5, 2009 Could you guys please tell me how you de-ice your hot tub entry steps? I don't want to use anything that's going to get dragged into the spa (chemical wise), but I really need something that's going to make the steps safe during the winter. This morning there's ice on the steps for the first time... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poolandspadude Posted December 5, 2009 Report Share Posted December 5, 2009 Could you guys please tell me how you de-ice your hot tub entry steps? I don't want to use anything that's going to get dragged into the spa (chemical wise), but I really need something that's going to make the steps safe during the winter. This morning there's ice on the steps for the first time... Try a towel.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UK Arctic Dealer Posted December 5, 2009 Report Share Posted December 5, 2009 Could you guys please tell me how you de-ice your hot tub entry steps? I don't want to use anything that's going to get dragged into the spa (chemical wise), but I really need something that's going to make the steps safe during the winter. This morning there's ice on the steps for the first time... We have used non slip tape on our steps at home and it does the trick fine. See an example below on eBay: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/3M-Safety-Walk-Non-S...=item3a55021ef6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pickngrin Posted December 5, 2009 Report Share Posted December 5, 2009 Years ago we had this issue and never really solved the ice....what we did was install a good handrail, be careful and just hold on........we were all in our early 20's at the time, aware the ice was present, and nobody ever got hurt. I like the towel idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canucker Posted December 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 5, 2009 Ok thanks everyone...I'll start with the towel and check out the nonslip tape at home depot.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gman Posted December 5, 2009 Report Share Posted December 5, 2009 You might try just putting a light under the steps. The light can serve two purposes...illuminating the steps and the heat from the light melt the ice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickJ Posted December 6, 2009 Report Share Posted December 6, 2009 I usually flip my steps over, or set them on their side. The ice accumulates on the bottom instead of the top of the steps. Then just flip them into position when you plan to use the tub. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Posted December 6, 2009 Report Share Posted December 6, 2009 Bring them in the house with you when your done soaking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnepr Dave Posted December 6, 2009 Report Share Posted December 6, 2009 I think a light is a great idea! Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poolandspadude Posted December 8, 2009 Report Share Posted December 8, 2009 Maybe the light will catch the hot tub on fire and heat the water up and cut down on your electric bill!! ...towel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamscapes Pools/Design Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 We have wonderfull weather here in Northern Ohio and have addressed this issue with our spa customers many times. In reality, the towel idea does not work because while your in the spa, water gets splashed on your steps and when you step out, BOOM. We have a commercial carpet that we cut to size and give to your customers for free to drape tightly over the steps during the winter months. In reality, you will never be able to beat the elements without enclosing the spa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wkearney99 Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Not just one towel, keep several on-hand. Drape one on when you use the tub and remove it when done. Get 'em cheap on sale somewhere, it's not like the color or pattern matters all that much. Better to have a couple of them on hand than expecting one to stay there and not get iced up too. That's what we've done for years and it's worked out fine. I could see where splashed water could freeze up. But we just don't splash that much, or onto the steps, to have that problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamscapes Pools/Design Posted January 11, 2010 Report Share Posted January 11, 2010 At my house I have 3 insane kids so my steps are always wet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkillur Posted January 12, 2010 Report Share Posted January 12, 2010 I usually flip my steps over, or set them on their side. The ice accumulates on the bottom instead of the top of the steps. Then just flip them into position when you plan to use the tub. This is a good idea. My latest problem is that it's so jokin' cold that the water freezes on the steps while I'm IN the hot tub for 30 minutes or so. I thought about getting one of the anti-freeze electrical lines for pipes and tack it to the bottom of the stairs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickJ Posted January 12, 2010 Report Share Posted January 12, 2010 I usually flip my steps over, or set them on their side. The ice accumulates on the bottom instead of the top of the steps. Then just flip them into position when you plan to use the tub. This is a good idea. My latest problem is that it's so jokin' cold that the water freezes on the steps while I'm IN the hot tub for 30 minutes or so. I thought about getting one of the anti-freeze electrical lines for pipes and tack it to the bottom of the stairs. I don't like the idea of any electrical heater near water. I would be too afraid of an electrical shock when getting out of the tub. I'm going to be trying the towel idea myself. Even though the towel might get wet and freeze, it would still provide some traction. I like to try the simple solutions first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canucker Posted January 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2010 I usually flip my steps over, or set them on their side. The ice accumulates on the bottom instead of the top of the steps. Then just flip them into position when you plan to use the tub. This is a good idea. My latest problem is that it's so jokin' cold that the water freezes on the steps while I'm IN the hot tub for 30 minutes or so. I thought about getting one of the anti-freeze electrical lines for pipes and tack it to the bottom of the stairs. I don't like the idea of any electrical heater near water. I would be too afraid of an electrical shock when getting out of the tub. I'm going to be trying the towel idea myself. Even though the towel might get wet and freeze, it would still provide some traction. I like to try the simple solutions first. The towel idea is working fine for me...temperatures last week were -25 at night, during soak time. Of course I don't leave the towel there after I'm out of the tub....just put it down on entry. Cheap, simple and safe! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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