How to maintain fiberglass?
To maintain fiberglass, clean it regularly with lukewarm water, a soft cloth, and, if necessary, a mild soap. Avoid abrasive materials, stiff brushes, and harsh cleaning products to keep the fiber structure and finish intact.
Fiberglass is well-suited for outdoor use, but it stays in good condition longer if you give it some attention every now and then. The Dutchtub is also made of fiberglass, so proper maintenance helps keep the surface clean and strong. In this blog, you’ll learn how to easily keep fiberglass clean and what to look out for during daily use.
What is fiberglass?
Fiberglass is is a fiber-reinforced plastic using glass fiber. It is a lightweight, yet strong material and is very durable. Because of its ability to be molded into complex shapes, it is often used in bathtubs and boats. All these qualities are why our Dutchtubs are made from fiberglass.
The maintenance of fiberglass
The better the fiberglass of a Dutchtub is kept clean, the longer you will be able to enjoy it. This is why we advise to empty and clean the Dutchtub after every use.
How to clean fiberglass
The Dutchtub can be cleaned with a soft cloth and a mild cleaning product like Ecover. Do not use a scouring pad or any aggressive cleaning products, as this can damage the fiberglass. The material can withstand salts dissolved in water, soap, hydrogen peroxide and a small amount of chlorine. However, chlorine is not our preferred way of enjoying the Dutchtub.
Preventing scratches
It is inevitable that the surface will show small scratches over time, even with normal use. You can however avoid bigger scratches by being careful with items with rough or uneven edges. Do not slide these over the surface as this will cause damage.
How do you repair damage to the fiberglass?
The gel coating on the surface can be repaired with specific polishing products meant for polyester. Slight scratches can often be fixed with the right products and experience. Larger holes or damaging can be repaired by a professional. Do not attempt to fix these yourself as you might damage the material further.
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Our fiberglass Dutchtubs
Dutchtub Original
€6,495.00
Experience nature from within the Dutchtub original and experience the luxury of outdoor bathing. The iconic wood-fired hot tub allows you to fully relax in your own backyard all year round. The Dutchtub Original is made of polyester and a steel coil. The water at the bottom of the tub is drawn in through the coil and heated by the fire of the wood-burning stove. The water flows into the tub and in this way uses natural circulation of the water. The Dutchtub holds 600 liters of water per splash.The Dutchtub is comfortable, a real eye-catcher and with its 75 kilos it is easy to move. To make moving it even easier, the Hand Trailer is available separately in the Webshop. Place the Dutchtub in a nice spot in the garden, heat the water and lower yourself into the water. Close your eyes and focus on your surroundings and the sounds around you. Combined with a drink, the Dutchtub is a cozy drinking spot for an evening with friends. The design of this special hot tub is by Floris Schoonderbeek. The Dutchtub comes with an insulation mat to heat the tub faster outside use. In addition, you will receive a wok, to keep the flames under control. The tub seats four people and reaches a temperature of 38 degrees within about 2 to 4 hours. Complete the Dutchtub Original with a variety of accessories. Also explore our other Dutchtub models here. Filling the Dutchtub Original: The bathtub of the wood-fired hot tub is easy to fill using a garden hose connected to the (turbo) tap. A full Dutchtub holds approximately 600 liters of water.Wood-fired hot tub: The coil contains a heating basket in which you can light a fire. This fire serves as the heat source for the water, and through the circulation of water via the coil, the hot tub is heated. Alternatively, you can leave the Dutchtub unheated and use it as a refreshing bath on warm days.Circulation explained: The Dutchtub Original is heated through natural circulation of the water. The water at the bottom of the tub flows through the coil at the top of the tub — and the fire heats the water as it passes through the coil. Stirring the water occasionally helps distribute the heat evenly throughout the tub. Depending on conditions, the water reaches 100°F (38°C) after 2 to 4 hours.
Dutchtub Wood
€6,995.00
The Dutchtub Wood is the brother of the Dutchtub Original. But as brothers often are, they are completely different. Unlike the colored Dutchtub Original, the Dutchtub Wood has a natural look: the tub is covered with wood panels, allowing the tub to completely blend into its surroundings. The Dutchtub Wood is one of Weltevree's iconic wood-fired hot tubs. The outdoor natural-look tub can accommodate up to four adults. The Dutchtub comes with an insulation mat to heat and protect the tub faster outside use. In addition, you will receive a wok, which can be used to cook over the heating coil. Relax in the warm water, enjoy being outside and prepare something delicious in the wok at the same time.The Dutchtub Wood is finished with ash wood panels, which have undergone thermal treatment to ensure durability. The water is heated by natural circulation. This is done by lighting a wood fire in the steel coil attached to the Dutchtub. A side table for the Dutchtub Wood can be ordered on the website.