A Cedar Soak, Ready When You Are.
The Outdoor Cedar Hot Tub brings a traditional cedar soak to your own backyard with none of the work of a wood fire. A SpaNET control system runs the heater and the pump, so you set the temperature you want and the tub holds it there.
It arrives as a partly assembled kit that two people can put together in an afternoon, and it sits on a smaller footprint than a wood fired tub with an external heater.
Key Features
Cedar That Holds the Heat
Cedar holds heat longer than most timbers, so the heater runs less often and costs less to keep warm.
It weathers into a patina rather than wearing out, and a cedar oil treatment brings the colour back whenever you want it.
SpaNET Controls Matched to Your Size
Every size comes with a SpaNET control system and a heater sized to the tub. The 1500 mm tub is fitted with the SV Mini 1 and a 3.0kW heater. The 1800 mm and 2100 mm tubs step up to the SV3-VH with a 5.25kW variable heater that matches its output to the power available.
Both systems are designed by SpaNET Pty Ltd, an Australian owned and operated spa control specialist based in Sydney, and the heater and control system are SAA compliant.
Pump and Filtration Built In
The pump and filter sit in a cabinet built into the steps, out of sight and out of the weather.
You choose how many hours of filtration run each day and the control system takes care of the timing. Like any spa, the water still needs regular testing and sanitiser.
Set the Temperature and Leave It
Set the temperature you want, up to 41 degrees, and the system heats to it and holds it there. It heats only, so it will not chill the water below the temperature the tub naturally sits at.
Freeze protection runs the pump and heater if the water drops below 4 degrees, as long as the tub is filled and powered.
At a Glance
- Sizes: 1500, 1800 and 2100 mm diameter
- Timber: High grade Western Red Cedar, 38 mm staves
- Control system: SpaNET SV Mini 1 or SV3-VH
- Heater: 3.0kW, or 5.25kW variable on the larger sizes
- Supply: 220 to 240V, 50Hz
- Temperature: Up to 41 degrees
- Cover: Polystyrene foam in marine grade vinyl
- Assembly: A few hours with two people
Why This Hot Tub
An electric cedar tub is the shortest path from wanting a soak to having one. There is no fire to light, no wood to store and no waiting while a stove comes up to heat.
What you get instead is a timber tub that looks like it belongs outdoors, running on gear that was designed for Australian spas.
AUSTRALIAN DESIGNED CONTROLS
SpaNET build the control systems in Sydney and supply them to spa makers across Australia and New Zealand.
NATURALLY DURABLE TIMBER
Western Red Cedar resists rot and decay on its own, without treatment, which is why it has been used for tubs for so long.
A SMALLER FOOTPRINT
The heater and pump live under the steps rather than in a separate stove beside the tub, so the whole thing takes up less room.
BUILT TO BE ASSEMBLED
The base and staves arrive partly assembled and go together like a barrel, with instructions and a video to follow.
Specifications
| Sizes available | 1500 x 900, 1800 x 900, 1800 x 1200, 2100 x 1200 mm |
| Shell | High grade Western Red Cedar |
| Stave thickness | 38 mm |
| Bands and fittings | Stainless steel |
| Interior | Cedar bench seating and floor |
| Cover | High density polystyrene foam |
| Cover finish | UV resistant marine grade vinyl with safety clips |
| Control, 1500 mm | SpaNET SV Mini 1 with touch pad |
| Control, 1800 and 2100 mm | SpaNET SV3-VH with SV3T touch pad |
| Heater, 1500 mm | 3.0kW |
| Heater, 1800 and 2100 mm | 5.25kW variable |
| Power supply | 220 to 240V, 50Hz |
| Temperature range | Up to 41 degrees |
| Freeze protection | Runs below 4 degrees |
| Compliance | Heater and control system SAA compliant |
Included and Delivery
What’s Included
- Assembled tub base plate
- Wooden staves 38 mm
- SpaNET SV Mini 1 control system, touch pad and 3.0kW heater (1500 mm)
- SpaNET SV3-VH control system, SV3T touch pad and 5.25kW variable heater (1800 mm and 2100 mm)
- Pump and water filtration system
- Plumbing accessories, pipes and valves for inlet and outlet connections
- High density polystyrene foam thermal insulation cover
- Wooden stairs
- Assembly manuals, instructions and installation video
- Hot tub liner
Includes a hot tub liner. Timber tubs depend on a precise fit between the staves to stay watertight, and once assembled and sealed correctly, yours will hold water on its own. The liner is included so you always have a simple way to guarantee a flawless seal. Fit it at any time, with no additional sealing or maintenance required.
Delivery and Installation
- Pick up from the warehouse at no additional cost
- Delivery within Tasmania for an additional charge of $400 to $600
- Interstate freight from $600 to $1100, contact us for a quote
Your connection must be made by a licensed electrician on a dedicated circuit with residual current protection. That circuit is not part of this kit, so allow for the electrical work when you budget your install.
Nurture Yourselves and Those You Love
Everything you need for a warm soak at home comes with the tub. Whether it is easing sore muscles after work, or getting everyone outside together on a cold evening, it is the kind of thing that gets used far more than you expect.
andrew jones –
We replaced our old fibreglass spa with a wood fire heater cedar hot tub.
The hot tub is way better than the spa. It is easy to heat and maintains the temperature. The seating is very comfortable and the water depth good.
The hot tub is well made and looks great.
Shipping was reasonable cost and arrived on time.
The kit is easy to assemble. I recommend you watch the construction videos on the website before you begin. Although we had a few leaks to start with, they resolved themselves as the timber swelled with moisture.
A very good product that I am sure will last for many years.
Sukey Johnson –
We are so happy with our new hot tub, nothing beats relaxing in the tub when it’s cold outside and the perfume from the cedar is beautiful. The assembly was pretty straightforward and a couple of times when we needed clarification Art was only too happy to help. I highly recommend this product and the service and follow up offered by Shym Saunas and Spas.
Georgina Midson –
We really enjoy our cedar hot tub purchased from Shym. Art has been great to work with. We recently upgraded to a larger heater from Shym which has been a good addition.
Rebecca Hingley –
Art was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and professional throughout the entire process. He answered questions prior to purchase, and provided advice post-delivery ensuring that installation was seamless. We love our hot tub and relish every opportunity we have to use it!
Lesley Binks –
We are so happy with our new electric cedar hot tub. Artem has been so helpful & supportive since we’ve had the tub up and operating. I would highly recommend Shym Saunas and Hot Tubs! 🙏🤗