What Sort of maintenance is required?

Weekly monitoring of the chemical level should be performed. If the tub has been stained, this should be repeated annually to keep the rich color from fading caused by the elements. Some customers choose to allow the cedar to naturally "gray". This is accomplished by allowing the cedar to be exposed to the elements without any protection.


What specifications do I require for the eclectic supply?

A 30 Amp breaker is required for Pack 1 & 2 or for Pack 3 & 4 a 40 Amp breaker electrical hook up to be installed by a licensed electrician.


What are the difference between plastic tubs and Cedar tubs?

Our tubs are 43" deep, providing a unique soaking effect that is not available in shallow plastic spas. The aromatic smell of cedar coupled with the relaxing soak, and therapeutic massage provides a unique experience. The tubs also look great and blend into any garden areas.


How long will it take to heat my hot tub?

This depends on the volume of water being heated, and the power of the heater; the starting water temperature also plays a role.. Typically it takes less than 12 hours to bring the tub to full temperature with an electrical system. A wood fired Chofu system(Referee to alternative heating systems section) can heat a tub in as little as 2-4 hours.


Is a wooden tub a lot less healthy than a plastic tub?

In 1993 the Food Research Institute at the University of Wisconsin conducted tests to compare wood surfaces of cutting boards with the plastic equivalents. The assumption was wood would absorb the juices and become a hot-bed of disease. In other words, plastic would be safer. This wasn't the case. Seven species of wood and four types of plastic were tested. All were intentionally contaminated with E-Coli, Listeria and Salmonella. To everyone's surprise, the bacteria were killed within 3 minutes of touching the wood surface. This was not the case with the plastic surfaces.


What do I need for a foundation?

level surface using gravel and patio blocks is sufficient. The area of this pad depends on the size of the tub. We do not recommend placing a tub directly on a deck without consulting a structural carpenter to make sure the deck is properly reinforce to with stand such a weight load.
Minimum size
Small - 4 1/2' x 4 1/2'
Medium - 5 1/2' x 5 1/2'
Large - 6'x6'
X-large - 7'x7' (Referee to our Decking/Patio section )


Is a wooden tub hard to keep clean?

Cedar is in fact naturally resilient to decay. It's rich oils give cedar the lifespan it is famous for. Cleaning is the same as most plastic tubs. Typically a light scrub brush with a diluted solution of liquid bleach works well. If you plan not to use the tub that regularly you can empty and refill tub which considerably reduces the maintenance.


What is the safe temperature to operate my tub?

Typically most people feel that 37 - 39 C (98 - 103 Fahrenheit) is a comfortable temperature, however, we recommend you contact your doctor to determine if a hot tub is safe for your given health condition.