Embarking on a journey into the world of cold plunging can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. Understanding which option is right for you requires consideration of various factors like your budget, living situation, geographical location, and experience with cold plunging. Here is a detailed overview of what to consider when investing in a cold plunge.
The Materials They’re Made Out Of
Your purchase of a cold plunge is an investment in your health. It is so important that not only the tub, but all of the components in the chiller that water flows through are non-toxic. WAVE Cold PLunge is the only inflatable cold plunge on the market that is 100% non-toxic from the chiller hoses to the tub itself. Materials like flexible PVC, the material that all other inflatable tubs are made out of, contains intentionally added plasticizers that make the PVC flexible, but disrupt our endocrine systems when we are exposed to them. These chemicals, as well as contaminants that end up in PVC such as carcinogens and heavy metals, end up in the plunge’s water where they can be directly absorbed through the skin of the people who are plunging.
Customer Service of the Company
Cold plunges are large and complex. That is why it’s important to buy from a company that is there to help you troubleshoot and resolve your problem. We care about every customer and guarantee to help you resolve any problems that come up with your cold plunge purchase.
Price
The price range of cold plunges is really wide, with options from several hundred dollars to tens of thousands of dollars. The really expensive options, for the most part, aren’t necessary to get the benefits from a cold plunge practice in the convenience of your own home. On the other end of the spectrum, the very cheap options are often cheap at the cost of build quality, more toxic materials used, and very prone to issues. At the low price point, customers are losing out on value.
Where You’re Going to Keep It
Before purchasing a cold plunge for your home it’s a great idea to figure out where you’re going to put it. The floor needs to be able to support it’s weight. There needs to be a standard electrical outlet. There should be a water source and drain at least shoe length away. The chiller generates some heat and is about as noisy as a small appliance while running, so keep that in mind as well.
Also keep in mind that your new cold plunge will require maintenance. The weekly maintenance includes skimming, rinsing the filter and making sure that the ozone sanitization is running periodically to sanitize the water. The monthly (or bi-monthly depending on use and temperature) maintenance includes replacing the water, rinsing or replacing the filter, and wiping down the inside of the tub.
