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Cedar Hot Tubs
Cedar hot tub install in San Francisco. Real wood soaking tubs, electric or wood-fired, plus Japanese-style tubs and fitted cedar tub covers.
Cedar Hot Tubs · San Francisco
Cedar Hot Tubs Done Right
A cedar hot tub is a real wood soaking tub, warm and woody in a way plastic never is. San Francisco Sauna handles cedar hot tub install across San Francisco. We build round and oval tubs and deep Japanese tubs, all in real cedar with steel bands that seal as the wood swells. You pick the heat, and we set up electric or wood-fired tubs. Put one on a back deck, in a garden, or on a rooftop, and it fits right in. A hot tub install is more than dropping in a shell, since the tub needs a solid base, power or a safe wood fire, and clean plumbing, and we handle all of it. We also make fitted cedar tub covers to hold the heat and keep the tub clean between soaks. Pair a cedar tub with a sauna and a cold plunge for a full hot-and-cold routine.
Why Go With Us
A cedar hot tub is real wood and steel, and building one right takes more than dropping in a shell. We handle the base, the heat, the plumbing, and a fitted cedar tub cover, all under one license. We build round, oval, and deep Japanese tubs, electric or wood-fired, made to last in our damp, salty air. This is one part of what we do as our saunas and spas, and it often goes hand in hand with a cold plunge.
- Real cedar soaking tubs, round or oval
- Deep Japanese-style tubs
- Electric or wood-fired heat
- Fitted cedar tub covers
- Built for decks, rooftops, and sloped lots
- Pairs with a sauna and cold plunge
- Licensed California Class B builder, insured & bonded
When You Need Cedar Hot Tubs
A cedar hot tub is the right pick when:
- You want a real wood soak instead of a plastic shell.
- You like the idea of a deep Japanese tub for a quiet, upright soak.
- You want electric ease or a wood-fired tub that works off-grid.
- You want a fitted cedar tub cover to hold heat and keep it clean.
- You are building a deck or yard and want to fold a tub in.
- You want it to pair with a sauna and cold plunge.
If a real wood soak sounds right, call us and we will plan it with you. Call: 415-942-0310
How We Work
From the first drawing to your first steam, we keep it simple and clear.
1. We plan the tub and spot
We walk your space, pick the best spot, and size the tub to fit, round, oval, or a deep Japanese tub. Then we plan the base, the heat, and the plumbing.
2. We base, wire, and plumb
We set a solid base that holds the weight, run power for an electric tub or set a safe wood-fired heater, and run the supply and drain lines. We pull any permits.
3. We install and finish
We set the tub, band it, and fill and test it. We fit a cedar tub cover, finish the deck or steps, and show you how to care for the wood.
What We Cover
Round and Oval Tubs
Classic soaking tubs sized for two to six, built in clear cedar.
Japanese Tubs
Deep ofuro-style tubs for an upright soak that fits tight city spaces.
Cedar Tub Covers
Fitted covers that hold the heat, keep the tub clean, and help the wood last.
What Affects the Cost of Cedar Hot Tubs
A few things set the price of a cedar hot tub install:
- Size and shape. A small round tub costs less than a deep six-person or Japanese tub.
- The heat. Electric and wood-fired setups each need their own gear and clearances.
- The base and access. A flat deck near power is easy. A slope, rooftop, or tight carry adds time.
- Plumbing and wiring. How far the tub sits from power and water changes the cost.
- Deck and cover. Steps, decking, and a fitted cedar tub cover add up.
- Pairing. Adding a sauna or plunge shares the base and site work.
After we see your spot, you get one flat price for the whole install.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose a cedar tub over a plastic hot tub?
A cedar tub gives you deeper water, the smell of real wood, and a calmer soak in place of jets and a plastic shell. It asks for a little more care, and in return it has a warmth and character a factory tub never gets. We build it to last and fit a cedar tub cover to keep it clean.
What is a Japanese tub?
A Japanese tub, or ofuro, is a deep soaking tub built for sitting upright in hot water up to the shoulders. It has a small footprint and a deep, quiet soak, which suits tight city spaces. We build them in cedar with electric or wood-fired heat.
Can a cedar hot tub be built with a sauna or cold plunge?
Yes, and we suggest it. Building the tub, sauna, and plunge as one job shares the base, the trench, and the crew, which saves money. It also gives you a real hot-and-cold routine in one spot, with the tub and plunge just steps apart.
Do you make cedar tub covers?
Yes. A fitted cedar tub cover holds the heat, keeps leaves and dust out, and helps the wood last. We build the cover to match your tub so it seals well and is easy to lift on and off.
Let's build your sauna.
Tell us about your space and we will send you a free quote. It is free, there is no pressure, and we reply within one business day. Fill out the form or call us and we will help you plan your sauna, hot tub, or cold plunge.
Or call us now: 415-942-0310