Having a meetings or discussions with our clients, we noticed that more and more clients wonder, if the hot tub can have both: wood-fired and electric heating. Today, we want to assure you, that this option is definitely possible and discuss few points on how it can affect your daily hot tub routine.
Adding an electric heater as an additional heating option to a wood-fired hot tub offers a range of benefits, enhancing both convenience and flexibility. Here are the key advantages of this hybrid approach:
Flexibility and Convenience
With both wood-fired and electric heating options available, you can choose the most convenient heating method based on your immediate needs or preferences. For instance, you might use the wood-fired heater for a traditional experience or when you want to enjoy the process of fire-building, and switch to the electric heater for ease and quick temperature adjustments.
Faster Heating Times
An electric heater can be used to preheat the water or maintain a desired temperature after the wood-fired heater has been used. This can significantly reduce the time required to bring the hot tub to the desired temperature, especially useful in colder weather or when the hot tub hasn't been used for a while.
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Once the water reaches the desired temperature using the wood-fired heater, the electric heater can help maintain that temperature without the need to continuously add wood and manage the fire. This ensures a consistent and comfortable temperature throughout the entire use of the hot tub.
Energy Efficiency
Using an electric heater in conjunction with a wood-fired system can improve overall energy efficiency. For example, you might use the wood-fired heater to do the heavy lifting of heating the water initially, then switch to the electric heater to maintain the temperature, which often requires less energy than continuous wood burning.
Reduced Wood Consumption
With the electric heater taking over temperature maintenance, there's less need to burn wood continuously. This not only conserves wood resources but also reduces the manual labor and time associated with managing a wood fire, such as gathering and preparing wood.
Greater Control and Comfort
Electric heaters provide precise temperature control, allowing you to set and maintain an exact temperature. This complements the wood-fired heater, which can be less predictable in maintaining a steady temperature due to variations in fire intensity.
Year-Round Usability
Electric heaters are particularly useful during periods when using a wood fire might be impractical, such as during very wet weather or if you're only using the hot tub for a short time. They also make the hot tub more accessible for year-round use, regardless of weather conditions or wood availability.
Emergency Backup
An electric heater serves as a reliable backup if there's an issue with the wood-fired system, such as wet wood that won't burn properly or when it's inconvenient to start a fire. This ensures that the hot tub is always ready for use, enhancing the overall reliability and enjoyment.
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By potentially reducing the amount of wood burned, using an electric heater can lower the environmental impact, particularly in terms of smoke and particulate emissions. If your electricity is sourced from renewable energy, this hybrid approach can be even more eco-friendly.
Safety and Peace of Mind
The electric heater can provide peace of mind, knowing that there's a safe and easy way to heat the hot tub without the potential hazards associated with fire, such as smoke inhalation or accidental burns. This can be particularly reassuring if children or pets are present.
In summary, the hybrid option can suggest you a freedom of choice and flexibility on particular situations. If you wonder about what choice do you have regarding electric heaters, Sidabras Spa team can offer several options of this heating system: 2kw, 6kw, 9kw “Pahlen” heaters, or 3kw “Gecko” smart heaters. Each of them can be combined with wood-fired heaters in one hot tub. Contact us on e-mail or phone in order to get more in depth explanations and we will help you to find the most suitable solution!
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