What to Wear in a Hot Tub (2024)

Whether you're staying at a holiday home with a hot tub or looking to purchase a hot tub of your own, you might be wondering what to wear when you take the first dip. What you wear in the hot tub can have a huge impact on the overall cleanliness of the hot tub, so it's definitely worth putting some thought into your hot tub attire before you dive in.

Today we're going to walk you through some of the dos and don'ts of what to wear in a hot tub. We hope that this will help you make an educated choice so that you feel secure & comfortable when you're using a hot tub.

Choose something comfortable

Hot tubs are designed to help us relax and unwind, so it's important that the clothing you wear in the hot tub reflects that. You don't want to spend your hot tub holiday in the Cotswolds feeling self-conscious about your swimwear choice - so have a look for a bathing suit, bikini, or pair of swim shorts that make you feel comfortable in yourself.

There are lots of great options on the market that are tailored to people of all shapes, sizes, and styles - so you're sure to find something to wear in a hot tub that you feel amazing in. Have a read through the rest of our suggestions before making a purchase.

Choose something durable

The chemicals that we use to keep hot tubs clean and sanitary (such as chlorine and bromine) can be quite damaging when they come into contact with swimwear fabrics. A durable fabric such as nylon can be a great option because it's less likely to be affected by the chemicals in your hot tub.

Cheaper suits that are made largely of Lycra^®spandex are far more likely to fade & become damaged with frequent hot tub use. So we highly recommend looking at the material composition of any swimsuit that you plan to wear in a hot tub.

Have a dedicated hot tub swimsuit

If you're planning to use a hot tub frequently, it can be a really good idea to dedicate a swimsuit (or collection of swimsuits) for hot tub use only. Swimwear that's worn in multiple different bodies of water, like the sea, or lakes, can carry contaminants that are harmful to your hot tub.

Wild swimmers will know that there are a whole host of contaminants in natural bodies of water such as algae and minerals. Swimsuits that are worn on the beach can be contaminated with sand and suncream - neither of which will mix well with your hot tub!

So, if you're purchasing a hot tub of your own - or using one frequently - it's a great idea to allocate swimsuits for hot tub use only and keep your others in the drawer until your next wild swimming adventure.

Rinse before getting into a hot tub

It's all well and good having a dedicated hot tub swimsuit if you own a hot tub - but what do you do when your friends come over? Chances are, they aren't going to separate their swimwear out and allocate a set for visits to your home, so how can you make sure they don't bring any contaminants into your hot tub?

The best thing to do is ask all of your guests to jump in the shower in their bathing suits, prior to getting into your hot tub. This rinse will help to ensure that any contaminants on the surface are washed away.

Should I wash my hot tub bathing suit?

If you've decided to allocate a bathing suit for hot tub use only, you don't really need to wash it all that often. The cleaning agents in your hot tub will help to kill any bacteria on your swimsuit, so you won't need to wash it every time you take a dip.

The washing and drying process can actually contribute to a shorter lifespan for your swimwear, so we'd recommend keeping hot washes and tumble drying to a minimum. Worse still, if there's laundry detergent residue on your swimwear when you come to get into the hot tub, you'll notice an unpleasant foam developing on the surface!

Caring for your hot tub swimsuit is still important, even if you aren't putting it through the wash after every wear. Here are some helpful tips that you can use to increase the longevity of your hot tub swimwear:

• Hand rinse your hot tub swimwear in warm water
• Leave it to air dry on the washing line or on a clothes horse
• Avoid putting your wet swimwear in a bag or leaving it in a pile on the floor
• Launder your hot tub swimsuit on a gentle cycle without detergent or fabric softeners

What else should I wear in a hot tub?

Besides the obvious bathing suit, there are a few other items of clothing that you might want to wear (or at least have handy) for when you're getting in and out of the hot tub.

• Waterproof shoes or sandalswill help you get from the house to the hot tub without slipping or falling. They'll also keep your feet warm before and after.

• A beaniecan be worn in the hot tub during winter to keep your head nice and warm. It will also prevent your hair from getting too wet.

• A towel robewill take the chill off when you get out of the hot tub and will help to absorb any excess moisture.

So, if you've been wondering what to wear in a hot tub, we hope this helps you to decide. If you don't yet have a hot tub of your own, be sure to take a look at the extensive range of hot tubs and spas that we supply!

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