Building a One-of-a-Kind Wood-Fired Natural Stone Hot Spring

🔨Building a custom wood-fired hot tub requires careful planning and expertise in construction.

🌿Using natural stone, like weathered limestone, gives the hot tub a unique and mountainy look and feel.

📏Proper level and careful placement of stones are essential for stability and longevity of the hot tub.

⛏️Excavation work, including digging trenches for electrical and water lines, is necessary for a functional and safe installation.

🚧Professional help, like licensed electricians, is advisable for complex and permanent electrical work.

How long did it take to build the hot tub?

—The construction process took almost three months.

What materials were used for the hot tub?

—Weathered limestone was used for the natural stone look.

Can the hot tub be heated with electricity?

—Yes, an electrical line was installed to provide power to the hot tub.

How much did the project cost?

—The cost of materials, including the stone and liner, was approximately $3,500.

What are the dimensions of the hot tub?

—The hot tub was custom-built with rough dimensions to fit the desired size and shape.

00:01Introduction to the project: surprise gift for parents

01:05Planning and visualizing the design using weathered limestone

02:00Excavation work and trenching for electrical and water lines

04:00Placing the base rocks and shaping the hot tub area

06:13Placing and leveling the large stones for the walls of the hot tub

08:18Pouring concrete for the seats and floor of the hot tub

12:24Mixing and pouring more concrete for the walls

14:21Finishing touches and plumbing work behind the walls