J-400 collection hot tub

 

1900's

Inventive, hard-working and family-oriented, the Jacuzzi family came to the United States in the early 1900s from Italy. The Jacuzzi brothers started a tradition of innovation in the field of aviation and agriculture, giving rise to a new industry with their home hydrotherapy products.

Inventive, hard-working and family-oriented, the Jacuzzi family came to the United States in the early 1900s from Italy. The Jacuzzi brothers started a tradition of innovation in the field of aviation and agriculture, giving rise to a new industry with their home hydrotherapy products.

 

1940's

In the 1940's, Candido Jacuzzi invented a therapeutic hydrotherapy pump to give his toddler son Kenneth relief from his rheumatoid arthritis. Soon after Jacuzzi engineers developed a home version of the pump that turned any normal bathtub into a relaxing and rejuvenating hydro-therapeutic spa. In 1956, the Jacuzzi family began marketing the J-300™ and changed the lives of people around the world.

In the 1940's, Candido Jacuzzi invented a therapeutic hydrotherapy pump to give his toddler son Kenneth relief from his rheumatoid arthritis. Soon after Jacuzzi engineers developed a home version of the pump that turned any normal bathtub into a relaxing and rejuvenating hydro-therapeutic spa. In 1956, the Jacuzzi family began marketing the J-300™ and changed the lives of people around the world.

 

1950's

While the demand for the J-300 pump was strong, Jacuzzi® soon became a household name thanks in part to repeated appearances on the national daytime television show, Queen for a Day, which boasted 20 million viewers. During that time, the Jacuzzi® Brand became an overnight sensation, even with famous names such as Elvis, Marilyn Monroe and George Burns all owning Jacuzzi® Products.

While the demand for the J-300 pump was strong, Jacuzzi® soon became a household name thanks in part to repeated appearances on the national daytime television show, Queen for a Day, which boasted 20 million viewers. During that time, the Jacuzzi® Brand became an overnight sensation, even with famous names such as Elvis, Marilyn Monroe and George Burns all owning Jacuzzi® Products.

 

1960

In 1968, Jacuzzi® created the world’s first integrated jet whirlpool bath, the Roman. The incorporation of therapy jets into the sides of the bathtub was an incredible success. The patented jets produced a unique 50/50 air-to-water ratio and created an unrivaled experience.

In 1968, Jacuzzi® created the world’s first integrated jet whirlpool bath, the Roman. The incorporation of therapy jets into the sides of the bathtub was an incredible success. The patented jets produced a unique 50/50 air-to-water ratio and created an unrivaled experience.

 

1970

In 1970, Jacuzzi® invented larger indoor tubs to accommodate groups of people or whole families. Incorporating heating and filtration systems to keep the water warm and clean, these self-contained family-size spas were unique.

In 1970, Jacuzzi® invented larger indoor tubs to accommodate groups of people or whole families. Incorporating heating and filtration systems to keep the water warm and clean, these self-contained family-size spas were unique.

 

1980's

During the 1980s, Jacuzzi® focused on enhancing the home spa experience, introducing models that worked as hot tubs, whirlpool baths, or both. The models incorporated soothing waterfalls and could be installed indoors or outdoors, turning the backyard into a favorite place to relax and entertain family and friends.

During the 1980s, Jacuzzi® focused on enhancing the home spa experience, introducing models that worked as hot tubs, whirlpool baths, or both. The models incorporated soothing waterfalls and could be installed indoors or outdoors, turning the backyard into a favorite place to relax and entertain family and friends.

 

1990

In the early 1990s, Roy Jacuzzi was inducted into the National Kitchen & Bath Hall of Fame, recognized for his many contributions in the innovation of hydrotherapy for home use. Jacuzzi® was the first company to promote the concept that a backyard hot tub could be as entertaining as a barbeque grill or pool.

In the early 1990s, Roy Jacuzzi was inducted into the National Kitchen & Bath Hall of Fame, recognized for his many contributions in the innovation of hydrotherapy for home use. Jacuzzi® was the first company to promote the concept that a backyard hot tub could be as entertaining as a barbeque grill or pool.

 

2000

Jacuzzi® Brand hot tubs and baths are sold in more than 60 countries around the world. Continually recognized as leaders of hydromassage, Jacuzzi® continued to make advancements in pump systems, jet technology, air controls and product design.

Jacuzzi® Brand hot tubs and baths are sold in more than 60 countries around the world. Continually recognized as leaders of hydromassage, Jacuzzi® continued to make advancements in pump systems, jet technology, air controls and product design.

 

2010

The Jacuzzi® Brand continued to create innovative design through the launch of a new flat rail spa that could easily integrate into a deck and was regarded as more energy efficient.

The Jacuzzi® Brand continued to create innovative design through the launch of a new flat rail spa that could easily integrate into a deck and was regarded as more energy efficient.

 

The integration of smart technology, advanced stay-clean innovations, and products that bring wellness to everyone around the world continues to solidify the position of the Jacuzzi® Brand as a global leader.

The integration of smart technology, advanced stay-clean innovations, and products that bring wellness to everyone around the world continues to solidify the position of the Jacuzzi® Brand as a global leader.

 

Today

Jacuzzi® Brand products are manufactured in 5 countries, enjoyed in more than 100 countries worldwide, and employ thousands of people around the world. Representing decades of innovation, design, performance and ease of use, the Jacuzzi® Brand is trusted by millions of customers globally.

Jacuzzi® Brand products are manufactured in 5 countries, enjoyed in more than 100 countries worldwide, and employ thousands of people around the world. Representing decades of innovation, design, performance and ease of use, the Jacuzzi® Brand is trusted by millions of customers globally.

 


Download the Jacuzzi® Heritage Book

Laying roots in Italy, and immigrating to the United States, Teresa and Giovanni Jacuzzi raised seven sons and six daughters who worked together to create the company that pioneered the hydrotherapy industry. Read more about the Jacuzzi family heritage and innovations it lead to today.