{"product_id":"platinum-8-hot-tub","title":"Platinum 8 | 5-Person Luxury Hot Tub","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePlatinum 8 Hot Tub | Spacious 5-Person Spa with Dual Loungers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Platinum 8 is designed for customers who want the comfort of a 5-person hot tub, but with noticeably more room than most standard 5-seater layouts. It’s a sleek, robust model built for bigger outdoor spaces — giving you the “premium and spacious” feel without stepping up to an oversized family shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:100%;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pLWPYRwZvPI\" title=\"Platinum 8\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe seating configuration is made for real-life use: \u003cstrong\u003e3 seats plus 2 loungers\u003c\/strong\u003e. That means you get proper stretch-out relaxation on quieter evenings, while still keeping enough upright seating for family use or relaxed social sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium features that change the experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Platinum 8 is built with atmosphere in mind. It includes a wide variety of customisable \u003cstrong\u003elight-up jets\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLED cup holders\u003c\/strong\u003e, and water features designed to lift the overall “spa” feel — the details that make a tub feel like a proper outdoor ritual rather than just warm water and bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-output hydrotherapy, built around Balboa\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydrotherapy is delivered through \u003cstrong\u003e78 stainless-steel jets\u003c\/strong\u003e, driven by a powerful pump setup of \u003cstrong\u003e3 x 3hp pumps plus circulation\u003c\/strong\u003e. In real terms, that means stronger, more consistent pressure through the jets — and a massage feel that still holds up when more than one person is using the spa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControl is handled via \u003cstrong\u003eBalboa Spa Touch\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003e3kW Balboa heater\u003c\/strong\u003e, chosen for efficient performance and intuitive day-to-day use. It’s designed to stay simple to run — because the tubs people love most are the ones that stay effortless enough to use nightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for UK ownership\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Platinum 8 is designed for a proper installation and requires a \u003cstrong\u003e32A electrical supply\u003c\/strong\u003e. It also includes \u003cstrong\u003eelite insulation\u003c\/strong\u003e to improve heat retention and help keep performance cost-effective across the year. Practical build details include an \u003cstrong\u003eAristech acrylic shell\u003c\/strong\u003e, an \u003cstrong\u003eABS base\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance-free cabinet\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus \u003cstrong\u003epre-circulation cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e to support ongoing water care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make setup straightforward, the essentials are included as standard — \u003cstrong\u003esteps and a cover\u003c\/strong\u003e — so you can get everything in place properly from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; site preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e32A\u003c\/strong\u003e dedicated supply, prepared by a qualified electrician before delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e solid, level foundation — reinforced patio or concrete pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccess:\u003c\/strong\u003e please measure gates, paths, slopes, parking and turning points before order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation tier:\u003c\/strong\u003e select your preferred installation option from the product menu at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2300mm x 2300mm x 910mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeating layout:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 persons (3 seats, 2 loungers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1400 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 450kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJets:\u003c\/strong\u003e 78 stainless-steel jets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balboa Spa Touch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3kW (Balboa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumps:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 x 3hp + circulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLED lighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIce bucket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcrylic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aristech acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-circulation cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintenance-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABS base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steps + cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand (supplier listing):\u003c\/strong\u003e Venilia Elite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#eef4f9;border-left:4px solid #2d5a8a;padding:18px 22px;margin:32px 0 0 0;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;font-weight:bold;font-size:1.1em;color:#1e3d5a;\"\u003e💡 Not sure if this is the right tub for you?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px 0;\"\u003eRead our complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.steamandoak.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/uk-hot-tub-buying-guide\" style=\"color:#2d5a8a;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eUK Hot Tub Buying Guide →\u003c\/a\u003e for an honest comparison: 13A vs 32A power, sizes, installation, warranty, and what to avoid. Written by founder Sarb Gill (BSc Biology).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eFor real-world costs, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.steamandoak.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/hot-tub-running-costs-uk-what-youll-actually-pay\" style=\"color:#2d5a8a;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHot Tub Running Costs UK guide →\u003c\/a\u003e with actual monthly figures by tub size and energy tariff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Platinum","offers":[{"title":"Sterling Silver \/ Grey","offer_id":57252737745283,"sku":"PLATINUM_8_HOT_TUB_SS_GY","price":10999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pearl Shadow \/ Black","offer_id":57252737778051,"sku":"PLATINUM_8_HOT_TUB_PS_BK","price":10999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Storm Cloud \/ Grey","offer_id":57252737810819,"sku":"PLATINUM_8_HOT_TUB_SC_GY","price":10999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/1187\/1619\/files\/platinum-hot-tub-8-detail-06-11_ef9e1b85-7816-485a-b792-e0c8a0fb22d7.jpg?v=1777750916","url":"https:\/\/www.steamandoak.co.uk\/products\/platinum-8-hot-tub","provider":"Steam\u0026Oak","version":"1.0","type":"link"}