With a wood-fired hot tub, you can completely unwind in your own garden. In traditional Scandinavian fashion, you can enjoy a wood-heated bath on both hot and cold days. Thanks to an internal or external heater, you can bring the water to the ideal temperature. Are you curious about all the costs and possibilities? You can read it in this article.
What does a wood-fired hot tub cost?
You pay an average of £1,500 to £12,200 for a wood-fired hot tub. In most cases, you pay less for a hot tub with a plastic interior than for one with a wooden interior. In addition, prices for an external heater are often lower than for an internal heater. Check out all the prices for a wood-fired hot tub in the overview below.
| Type of hot tub | Average price hot tub with internal stove (including installation and VAT) | Average price hot tub with external stove (including installation and VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| Wood interior | £5,200 – £12,200 | £2,200 – £8.200 |
| Plastic interior | £ 1,500 – £ 6,200 | £ 1,700 – £ 5,200 |
Types of wood-fired hot tubs
When you want to have a hot tub installed, you can choose between a number of different types. For example, you decide whether you want a plastic or wooden interior and whether to place the heater inside or next to the hot tub. You can read more about different types of hot tubs below.
Interior type
Although wood-fired hot tubs with a wooden interior are the most authentic, hot tubs with a plastic interior are on the rise. This is because a plastic hot tub is easy to clean and less likely to leak. Check out the pros and cons for both insides in the overview below. Retains heat longer
– Requires more frequent maintenance
– Must always be filled with water
– Leaks faster
Plastic hot tub- Easier to maintain
– Doesn’t need to be constantly filled with water
– Long lifespan
– Lacks the classic look
– The wooden exterior still needs to be maintained
Size hottub
In addition to the type of interior, you can also buy hot tubs in different sizes. The smallest variants are suitable for 2 to 4 people. These types are ideal for when you are two people or have a small family. The larger types of wood-fired hot tubs are ideal for large families or for when you regularly have friends over. Check out the different sizes of hot tubs here.
| Average diameter | Number of people | Average price (including installation and VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| Ø 160 cm | 2 – 4 | £ 1,500 – £ 3.800 |
| Ø 190 cm | 4 – 6 | £ 1,900 – £ 6,700 |
| Ø 220 cm | 6 – 8 | £ 2,800 – £ 12,200 |
Type of stove
Last of all, you choose whether you want the stove to be on the inside or the outside. The most classic versions almost always have a heater inside the wood-fired hot tub. This does leave you with less space, but you will be sitting right next to a crackling fire. An external stove heats the hot tub just as quickly. This is the wisest choice if you still have small children. Read more about the pros and cons in the overview below.
| Type of hot tub stove | Advantages | disadvantages |
|---|---|---|
| External stove | – More space, because there is no heater in the hot tub – Equally fast heating of the water |
– Sometimes a pressure valve is needed to remove air from the heater – Not possible with a built-in hot tub |
How to maintain a wood-fired hot tub?
It is important to maintain your wood-fired hot tub properly. By doing so, the hot tub will last longer and you will prevent the water from polluting. Check out the steps to properly maintain your hot tub here.
Step 1: Ensure good water quality
With stagnant water there is always the danger of bacteria. On warm days, a thin layer forms on the water and on the inside of the wood-fired hot tub within just a few days. This layer contains bacteria, such as blue-green algae, which are potentially harmful to your health. To prevent this, you need to clean the water regularly. You do this by replacing the water from time to time. Do you want to use the same water for longer? Then choose to add cleaning agents, such as chlorine. It is also possible to connect a filter system, so you only have to change the water a couple of times a year.
Step 2: Take care of the wood
Most hot tubs have a wooden exterior. This, just like a wooden interior, needs regular care. The sun will discolour the wood and the water may cause it to rot. It is therefore wise to have the wood stained or oiled at least twice a year. This way you create a protective layer on the wood, which will make your hot tub last a long time.
Step 3: Maintain the stove
You should also have the stove maintained regularly to make it last longer. Every time you use the stove, remove the ashes from the stove. In addition, have the stove cleaned regularly on both the inside and outside. This will prevent ash particles from sticking to the metal.
Tips for a wood-fired hot tub
A wood-fired hot tub is the ideal choice for your garden. Are you planning to have a wood-fired hot tub installed? Then read some handy tips so that you can make the best choice.
Choose a recognised specialist
To ensure that your hot tub lasts a long time, you need to have it installed properly. Have this done by a recognised specialist. This guarantees you that the specialist has experience and knowledge. A good way to find out is by looking at the Komo quality mark. When specialists have this quality mark, you know for sure that you are in the right place.
Request several quotes
Would you like to have a wood-fired hot tub installed, but don’t want to rely on the offer of 1 specialist? Then request multiple quotes. By comparing quotes, you will gain insight into the labour, material and call-out costs. This way, you always have the opportunity to choose the specialist that appeals to you most.
Rent your hot tub
Buying a wood-fired hot tub is a big investment. Do you think it is not worth the investment or do you think you will only use the hot tub a few times? Then it is also possible to rent the hot tub. You can hire a high-quality hot tub from £75 per day. Moreover, you pay less per day if you rent the hot tub for a longer period.
