Amazing Wood-Fired Hot Tub – Build Guide
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Forget Expensive Hot Tubs – Build a Wood-Fired One Instead 🔥💦
Conventional acrylic hot tubs might look sleek, but let’s be honest—they’re kind of a money pit. 💸 Between the high upfront cost, the constant energy consumption to keep the water hot 24/7, and the endless chemicals needed to maintain them, it feels less like luxury and more like waste. Not to mention, they just don’t have the same charm.
That’s why I’ve always loved the idea of a wood-fired hot tub. Originating as a Scandinavian and Canadian tradition, these tubs offer a simple, eco-friendly, and downright magical way to enjoy outdoor bathing. Imagine sitting in steaming water, fire crackling nearby, with no humming pumps or chemical smells—just peace, warmth, and nature. 🌲✨
And here’s the best part: you can build one yourself! That’s exactly what Doug and Erin did, and the results are incredible. Their DIY wood-fired hot tub looks rustic, fun, and completely functional. It’s living proof that you don’t need to drop thousands to create your own backyard spa experience.
Building a wood-fired hot tub isn’t just about saving money—it’s about reconnecting with a slower, more natural lifestyle. Instead of relying on electricity, you’re harnessing fire. Instead of sterile acrylic, you’re surrounded by wood. And instead of wasteful energy bills, you get satisfaction from using renewable fuel.
This project might just be the perfect weekend adventure:
✅ Eco-friendly – no electricity-hogging heater.
✅ Budget-friendly – far cheaper than buying a commercial tub.
✅ Beautifully rustic – blends seamlessly into a natural backyard setting.
✅ Satisfying DIY – you’ll enjoy it even more knowing you built it yourself.
If you’ve ever dreamed of soaking under the stars in your very own handmade hot tub, this build will inspire you. Doug and Erin share all the details of their process, step-by-step.
👉 Curious how they did it? Check out their full Amazing Wood-Fired Hot Tub Build Guide over on their blog at Amazing Wood-Fired Hot Tub – Build Guide
