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Whirlpools vs Air Tubs

steve — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 19:16:44 +0000

The Choice

Whirlpools vs Air Tubs

Over the past few years, the industry has witnessed an explosion in the number of air system baths, with nearly every manufacturer now offering them in addition to the more familiar jetted water system baths or whirlpools that most have offered for decades. Clearly, the air system bath is no longer the exclusive domain of a few manufacturers. That being said, it is still best to understand the differences between air baths and other jetted baths before helping clients make a decision. The Basics Air systems use outside air that is heated and blown into the bath water to create an active bath. Water systems, on the other hand, use bath water that is drawn out of the bath then heated and pumped back in to create an active bath. With each system, sanitation is an ever-present concern. Air systems do not use the bath water to operate and therefore do not pull bath waters into their delivery systems. This reduces the amount of soapy residue, hair, skin exfoliates and other biodegradable matter that can get into the delivery system. Water systems draw this matter into their delivery systems so there is potentially a greater risk of bacterial contamination. To reduce the risk of contamination, each system can be purged and kept sanitary, but water systems require a somewhat time-consuming, after-bath procedure to accomplish this. Air system technologies accomplish purge cycles on their own. Both technologies are designed to provide a form of therapeutic massage for the bather and in this intent, they are similar. The type of massage delivered, however, varies considerably. Air systems rely on volume, velocity and vertical rise to create an active bath. The simple rule is that the higher the volume and velocity of the air being introduced, combined with the vertical distance the air travels through the bath water, dictates the amount of water that is displaced and pushed into motion within the bath. The greater the motion, the greater the massage pressure will be on the body. Water systems create pressure by forcing the bath water out of various types of jet apertures to create pressure. To the extent that both technologies are designed to create pressure, the results are not equal. A water system is able to create substantial force pressure on localized parts of the body, while air systems create a significantly smaller degree of pressure but spread it out throughout the bath by moving all of the bath water into motion. But pressure is not the sole massage criteria in either technology. Both use air to massage. Water systems introduce air into their delivery systems and mix it with the bath water at the jets. Air systems use only air. This is because air bubbles bursting all over the skin boosts heart rate and blood flow, as well as the respiratory system by stimulating the central nervous system (CNS). Air is essential to providing massage in both technologies, and many air systems are designed to achieve only this low-tactile form of massage without creating any form of pressure. In addition to differing massage functions, air and water systems also retain heat differently. Jetted water systems with a heating element option actually reheat the bath water and will keep it hot longer. Air system baths heat the delivered air, but air moving through water will dissipate heat from the water, and the bath will cool down faster than a jetted water system that has a heating element.

The Choice… is Yours!

Walk-In Tubs, Whirlpools

steve — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 20:13:33 +0000

5 Walk-In Tubs On Display In Our Showroom!

We now show 5 Walk-In tubs in our Showrooms! Come in and see and touch and feel how they could help you stay in your own home longer!

Medicine Cabinets

steve — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 20:35:08 +0000

Whether you have a small space, a tight corner, or the need for storage where there’s none to be found, our selection of specialty cabinets is a problem-solving showcase. If you’re remodeling or building your dream bathroom, coordinating fixtures, colors, fabrics, and accessories is both a fun and exciting process. The NuTone Collection of medicine cabinets expands these possibilities, allowing you to integrate your creative design ideas with a beautiful and functional storage solution. With our frame options, mirror choices and customization opportunities, you can truly express yourself !

NuTone Medicine Cabinets

Custom Shower Video

steve — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:13:26 +0000

Custom Shower Video

Professional Grade Water Filtration

steve — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:27:03 +0000

System Leaves In “The Good Stuff”

The definitive kitchen upgrade. Upgrade the water you drink with Everpure. Complete your kitchen with the brand that five-star restaurants have relied upon for over seventy years. More than just commercial grade water filtration, Everpure also offers icy cold or instant hot water, on tap. (Special Order) The definitive upgrade – for the ultimate kitchen.

Professional Grade Everpure Drinking Water Filtration

Once your home is installed with an Everpure commercial grade water filtration system, you’ll taste the difference almost immediately. Enjoy the cleanest, most healthful water that stands the test of even the most discriminating families.

Everpure under-counter water filtration systems are anything but standard. Cartridges are made with seamless, polymer-lined aluminum—not plastic, like other filtration systems. The sanitary quick-change cartridge design makes cartridge change out as easy as changing a light bulb. On the inside, they’re made using Micro-Pure® precoat filtration technology which means six times more filtering power and superior chlorine and particulate reduction. It will also guard against such contaminants as lead, cysts and asbestos. Stop by Handy Man today.

SharkBite Solderless Plumbing Fittings

steve — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 21:53:15 +0000

SharkBite is the Push-Fit connection system that’s really taking hold. It’s the easiest way to join copper, CPVC or PEX pipe in any combination – with no soldering, clamps, unions or glue. Just insert the pipe and the stainless steel teeth bite down and grip tight, while a specially formulated O-ring compresses to create a perfect seal. Disassembly is just as fast using the simple disconnect tool. So fittings and valves can be easily changed and reused. They can even be rotated after assembly for easier installation in tight spaces. Get SharkBite, and get a grip on your next plumbing project.

Jacuzzi Finestra Walk-In-Tub

steve — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:19:46 +0000

Jacuzzi Finestra 3

Designed with easy access and comfortable bathing in mind, the Finestra™ gives new meaning to independent living. Equiped with Jacuzzi® technology and a variety of safety features, everyone can now enjoy the Jacuzzi® Home Spa Experience.

New Grohe Euphoria!

steve — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 22:14:55 +0000

Euphoria Shower System 27243000

Grohe Quality for Under $100!

New for 2010 from Grohe, the leader in bathroom and kitchen faucets!

Massage Shower Set

Euphoria Hand Shower (27 242)
3 spray patterns
Grohe DreamSpray® Technology
Grohe SprayDimmer (reduces flow)
Speedclean® Anti-Lime System
24″ adjustable height shower bar
59″ shower hose
Universal tray
Swivel hand shower holder

Like nature, GROHE strives for design perfection – reducing the unnecessary to ensure beauty with reason. The new Euphoria hand shower illustrates this through its ergonomic design. The extended handle flows seamlessly into the spray face, surrounding it with an elegant ring of chrome. In turn, the showwerhead combines an opulent Rain spray with a choice of second spray: Massage, Champagne or Pure. Intelligently engineered to reduce water consumption, GROHE DreamSpray® distributes the water evenly to every nozzle for an unparalleled showering experience. This technology is supplemented by a dimmer function, allowing the user to reduce the amount of water used by up to 40%. For extra safety at high temperatures, GROHE CoolTouch® technology ensures the handle never becomes too hot to hold, while GROHE StarLight® chrome guarantees a pristine finish for years to come.