Does this spa need a special foundation? Like a 4" deep concrete slab?
917060
No. It just needs to be kept off the ground. But a concrete slab or a wood deck are good choices.
917061
I put my spa on my deck, and I reinforced with 4x4s. you could put it on paving stones if done right and make sure it is level.
1544670
Absolutely. Mine is on a concrete slab under a covered porch. Just remember there is no floor so anything touching the floor would get wet if you had a moisture issue.
1636394
You can use your foundation, if it is good and solid. If it is really like the old box with springs in it, you may want to get a sheet of plywood to put on top of it and then put the mattress on it. If it is the box foundation that does not have springs you probably would not need the plywood. As long as your foundation is solid you do not need to get a separate foundation.
665255
I had to look up the M.P.S.Spa. I think, I said think they would work fine on the exterior. Evidently you don't have a built in spa, no deck? If it sits on ground/earth, I'd suggest a wooden/cement platform to sit the plastic on. I'm not sure of top weight allowed, as there is no buffer of water. You certainly don't have to anchor it from floating. My best suggestion is to put a gate on it to prevent young children from going into it to tragedy. I'm very happy with these steps, in fact, just removed them from pool today, put away for winter. This is my first summer, they still look like new, no cracks or discoloration from sun. Good luck, Cathy I had to look up the M.P.S.Spa. I think, I said think they would work fine on the exterior. Evidently you don't have a built in spa, no deck? If it sits on ground/earth, I'd suggest a wooden/cement platform to sit the plastic on. I'm not sure of top weight allowed, as there is no buffer of water. You certainly don't have to anchor it from floating. My best suggestion is to put a gate on it to prevent young children from going into it to tragedy. I'm very happy with these steps, in fact, just removed them from pool today, put away for winter. This is my first summer, they still look like... » Read More I had to look up the M.P.S.Spa. I think, I said think they would work fine on the exterior. Evidently you don't have a built in spa, no deck? If it sits on ground/earth, I'd suggest a wooden/cement platform to sit the plastic on. I'm not sure of top weight allowed, as there is no buffer of water. You certainly don't have to anchor it from floating. My best suggestion is to put a gate on it to prevent young children from going into it to tragedy. I'm very happy with these steps, in fact, just removed them from pool today, put away for winter. This is my first summer, they still look like new, no cracks or discoloration from sun. Good luck, Cathy « Show Less
1469470
Yes, It can. The slab should be as large or larger then the roof line as there are no gutters and the water just runs off. The inside panels have whole for draining and anchors. The anchors are not provided.
1850531
Do not use 4x4s unless your height is no more than 4 ft off the ground. a unit of this size will require support columns like a schedule 40 pipe 4 in in diameter or more embedded in 3 by 3 ft concrete footings at least.
803409
No I have not - but my spa is 4' above ground level and it does keep leaves/pine needles/twigs, etc out of it - would think if covered pond would work. Have found it is light weight and need to have anchors (cement block) on each side to hold in place if windy conditions.
1675873
A foundation is necessary as a base in order to construct a square and level building. Anchoring and foundation materials are not included with your building. A concrete floor is recommended. Please see owner's manual for detailed information.
1929188
I would say no. However, you can make it work if you secure it to the ground /floor. It is made to slide under a straight side ( not round) the spa holds it down and prevents it from moving.
849837
It levels out minor imperfections and can be doubled up for some areas. I had some areas on the outer perimeter of the concrete slab that was poured with insufficient concrete leading up to the edge of the concrete. In these areas the pad could not make up for the concrete slab imperfections. I will always have some floor flexing in these areas.
330767
yes to all. It's the best foot spa I've ever owned. The spikes are a little rough on the bottom of the feet, but they come out. If you buy it...enjoy
2136564
I don't use foundation but I would put the tightner on first. Make sure you really shake tub for awhile otherwise it leaves a residue you have to dab off
822066
The frame uses the walls of the shed as a border, the frame is light and there is a big gap between the frame and door area, I don't think the walls or frame would hold concrete in. I think pouring a slab first would alleviate the need for the frame completely.
265605
there were several boxes...the LTV carrier can/will place the larger/heavier boxes where you want them..if you need to move them later you can drag them or use a 'hand truck' to get them moved...I found that pouring a concrete slab to be cheaper than trying to leveal the ground.. poured a 20'/36' slab x 4" thick..be sure to use 2-3 adults to place the ground cover & pool on the cover.... be sure to remove all wrinkles after you have some water in the pool...
1168079
You have to mount plate under neath spa, and then arms extend up and out, you would have to cut into deck, to allow support poles (which are against spa to rise through your deck- very small openings maybe 1.5" round). The catcher arms for the spa cover then extend perpendicular to you spa and would create a walk around hazard if it is sunken into your deck. So based on your information given I think it does not make sense
1493843
No it is not like a foundation for the bed. Its good for extra support is you have a pedestal type bed frame.
2206932
We did not attach it directly to the spa. We purchased mounting plates that slide under the spa and the lifting bracket bolts to it. It was time to drain and clean our spa anyhow, so when we did that, we easily slid the plates under the spa. The weight from the spa, of course, keeps them in tack.