Cedar Hot Tub

[@gabriellafletcher4969]

the author does like to from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. kzbin.infoUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ as another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us dont have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we wont be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.

[@LinhNguyen-jg6qq]

For me, the ideas in kzbin.infoUgkxAfqpMLyFn37qcqUl0FAzqkkycQeXqrhP Plans were a starting point for building different sheds . Ryan gives ideas that allow an individual to draw nicest conclusions into the design and building of his or her own shed.

[@4swzb]

Well Nancy i have been a veteran high end furniture maker for over 40 years now....it was so refreshing to see a young person approach such a project in a careful, clear, and very correct manner..well done young lady! George

[@intiaboats]

Having viewed many videos on boat-building, camper/trailer/cabin building, etc., I feel compelled to compliment you on your ability to produce superior instructional videos. So often, I watch videos where the author doesn't mention material types/sizes, bevel angles, fastening techniques, and so on. So, well done, because you are a genuine teacher!

[@skinwalker_]

I agree, its not easy to produce these videos that are so clear and informative and carry you through with just the right amount of detail.

[@JimZim]

Oh my! I don't even have the words to tell you how impressed I am with this. Insanely great wood working skills, and video storytelling skills on top of it! You've really impressed me.

[@judithdeborde5544]

U go girl

[@KermodeBear]

I am a novice with wood working, but I'd like to learn. I learned an enormous amount by watching this. Thank you.

[@mcockerham2003]

I really like the smallish size of your tub. We had a large hot tub when I was a kid that my father would heat by circulating the water through a series of copper tubes mounted over his ceramic kiln when he fired pottery. It would take a long time to get up to heat. As I recall there was always a problem with leaking. we hammered cotton string into the cracks, but I like your epoxy idea better. It must be very rewarding to soak in something so beautiful that you made yourself.

[@pauljarrell8162]

Love so much that she included the cost of the lumber up front. That’s so insanely respectable. As if to say hey look, if you’re searching for a cheap way to make a hot tub this isn’t it. Not in an offensive way, but just a respectful way.

[@drewkoslow7754]

That was a great KZbin video. Super cool, as a woodworker, I learned about something I didn't know anything about, and your voice was calm and informative. Not too much talking, not too little... just right.

[@richardsorensson9817]

American KZbinrs are 9/10 Times over informative. Just like the books written by American authors/professsors/scientists who gets paid by written words. This was a good movie though.

[@leebo1300]

Expensive, painstaking, time consuming, exhausting. Yet she created an incredibly beautiful piece of fine wood craftsmanship. Very well worth it I think.

[@RossRocks07]

For those saying the tub is too heavy for the deck. Let's do some math (in metric)! The volume of the tub is Area x Height = 1.94599 m^3. The density of water is 997 kg/m^3. That gives us a mass of 1940.16 kg. In Newtons, her tub has a force of 19,032.97N or *19.0kN* acting on the deck. Now, an average patio deck can hold about 243.27 kg per m^2 (from google), but it varies greatly. But let go with this value for now. Assuming the fact that the tub takes up 1.82 m^2, that area on the patio can only take up to 442 kg or 4,343 N or 4.3 kN. *4.3 kN is way smaller than 19.0 kN. I think y'all are onto something here. I hope her deck is strong lmao.* Nevertheless, great project and a well presented video! :)

[@aquasun3]

I hope she reads this an reenforces her deck

[@theodorep9569]

RossRocks45 based on the skill demonstrated to build this I bet that deck she has, if she made it, can hold a tank

[@RossRocks07]

@@theodorep9569 That's what I hope as well.

[@sliderdrago8189]

Yeah because she never thought of that...you guys are clowns

[@PeterParker-df6ce]

r/theydidthemath

[@Lieutenant_Dude]

That's something my old friend's dad would love to build. He's a doctor, but woodworking is his hobby. He made a gorgeous floor-to-ceiling cabinet set for his entertainment system.

[@MsBenzerman]

Expensive or not. It seem like a really rewarding build. Kick ass.

[@loyalfilmsguy]

MY 6 year old daughter is already a builder. I hope she grows to be excellent like you.

[@MattHolstein]

"The wood alone cost almost $2000." Me: Aight Imma head out.

[@joeypoortman3312]

We are building a slightly bigger square tub for inhome (sealing it with epoxy) and use Yellow Cedar. Spend just north of 900 euro on it, so ? 1100 bucks?

[@F0CKSTR0T]

Literally me but pausing and scrolling down to find this comment first on my way out.

[@stillstanding84]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@carstenhemel2574]

@@joeypoortman3312 It is not a good idea to compete about the price. This wooden bucket in this lovely nature enviroment fits so perfectly. Way better than a plastic one. By the way, lots of Onsens in Japan also uses this sort of wooden tubes to provide a hot bath for their guests. Sitting after a stressful day in this thing and watching the nature will be so relaxing that the 2k really don't matter. Remember, you sell the experience, not your product.

[@joeypoortman3312]

@@carstenhemel2574 you tagged the wrong person dude .... I build mine with Yellow Ceder, its bigger and cheaper ;)

[@pauljarrell8162]

This is absolutely breathtaking. I have been building and selling handmade furniture for over 40 years. This is beautiful. So beautiful.

[@jackalope30]

impressive build! You should be very, very, very proud. Its beautiful and so much better than a plastic off the shelf unit! Great work!

[@nuriabertrand7647]

Very cool! It looks amazing. As a builder myself one of the first thoughts I had was…I hope she is also reinforcing the deck. All that wood and water = HEAVY

[@LeviOrDie]

“I winged it on the seats.” *Seats still looking better than anything I could do.*

[@lumijasminasmr3583]

You can always learn, love. Yes we can. ✨

[@majigaining]

Thank you for saying "our house" instead of "My house". That rang a note in my heart.

[@dmcheetham]

This is fantastic! I build staved drums, so I recognize a lot of the problems you had to solve. I especially like using the printout of the angle as a gauge... I wish I'd thought of that before I bought a vernier-scale protractor. Oh well... I find that my ripping blade tends to flex enough when cutting bevels that it takes a lot of planing to flatten the cuts out enough for a good joint, so I switched to using a resawing blade on my band saw. The cut surface isn't as pretty, but overall they end up close enough to being straight that cleaning them up is a lot easier. Food for thought if your ever decide to make a staved barrel again. Keep up the good work!

[@ElonMuskegon]

Very grateful that you described and offered very helpful and useful tips along the way. Excellent craftsmanship as well. 🙏🏼

[@gatorkissman]

This was amazing. Loved your explanation and im very impressed with your knowledge and "going with it" attitude when you hit a rough spot. That's just how woodworking is sometimes. This was such an ambitious build and it REALLY came together nicely!

[@rizalfatoni4075]

I always find looking at clean and smooth wood is calming, like a therapy, and I don't know why.

[@Daspied]

Beautiful build, I'm sure the aroma that comes off while you soak is second to none!

[@makingmemark]

Probably the best DIY video I’ve ever watched - kudos to you, amazing project and so well captured and presented

[@charlesferrari6877]

I'm really glad KZbin put this video in my recommended videos today. The way you describe the thought behind all of your actions is excellent content. You have another subscriber. :)

[@jwstanley2645]

Thank you for posting your video. You strike me as one very hard-working person, quite determined to build this hot tub. Thus, I have little doubt you enjoy it very much.

[@danielwilson5102]

I hope the decking is strong enough to support the more than a tonne of water now sitting on it!

[@davidpatel5267]

Well my friend it's a bit late now. Next vids gonna be "My $2000 wooden mistake turned into a $20000 wooden mistake"

[@YSALF]

Daniel Wilson Plus a couple creating waves for love ...😏

[@KG-yz7tr]

@@YSALF You must be pretty sad and lonely.

[@YSALF]

K G I hope you’re an excellent welder because as a fortune teller you’ll continue to starve. In psychology your posture is called projection.

[@KG-yz7tr]

@@YSALF Well at least one part of your comment made a little bit of sense. The only one who's projecting though is you with your "creating waves for love" comment, ie unnecessarily projecting your lonely horniness onto a video of a lady building a hot tub which is what makes you sad, lonely and creepy.

[@SSouza-nz1ox]

i'm from Brazil and watched your work. You are an excellent professional, know how to handle wood and have technique. congratulations!

[@willowtreegites5127]

Lovely build and great work. Always satisfying when you make something yourself even if it works out a bit more than buying one.

[@richardnoble4654]

Thank you so much for sharing this. And, what a beautifully finished hottub. It put a smile on my face and ideas in my mind.

[@alexcrouse]

Just stumbled across this and i have to say this is an incredibly well presented video, and you did a fantastic job on your design. You should be proud of yourself and this accomplishment. Subbed!

[@richardrich4320]

Nicely done - Nancy really enjoys working with wood. Maybe a bit pricey but it's a custom build made by her own hands and that's what matters here.

[@isaacsimmons1301]

That was amazing. Should have been on "This Old House".

[@geirgaseidnes7809]

Isaac Simmons this old tub?

[@chris56a]

I love building stuff, i grew up in a completely different enviroment and never really had any anywhere to go learn any of this stuff

[@vladstep1655]

Умница !!! Не поднимай только тяжёлое ! Береги себя , своё здоровье . Удачи !

[@drojim184]

Nancy you are seriously the wooMAN !!!!! THIS IS ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS ❤️ super beautiful. You give me ambition to go out and start building and crafting myself. This is absolutely breath taking. Can't wait to see the fency and storage idea

[@gussy6783]

Er, well, she's not actually a woman. Welcome to the 21st century.

[@rups22]

The smell of cutting all that cedar must have been amazing

[@robmurphy5729]

Awesome work beautiful my mom and dad had one when I was growing up solid wood like that through the years it started leaking so we were told to loosen the straps and jump in sawdust redwood cedar so I bought a board and turned it into sawdust and we tried it and it worked cuz it was going to the cracks stop the water from leaking then you would tighten the straps back up which gave it that extra pretty cool

[@JackS_1_1]

No video since.... Hopefully there was not a weight issue with the deck!

[@macgregordavis959]

Very nice I am building a dry Sauna out of red cedar that I find in the dumpster at a local wood shop my way when it's complete will look like a jigsaw puzzle of multiple different woods like cherry and Cypress from old new Orleans homes. All free. I'm doing the exact same thing and building a tub like you did. Except I'm making a cold plunge, and I'm using a old freezer to chill the water. Salt water instead of chlorine. Great craftsmanship.

[@thelonecabbage7834]

What I've learned is that a hot tub is just a bucket big enough to sit in.

[@angryfan370]

What do you think a pool is?

[@thelonecabbage7834]

@@angryfan370 A bucket big enough to swim in.

[@KG-yz7tr]

A fancy overpriced wooden bucket.

[@Chris-rd9ui]

@@KG-yz7tr yee but is little more attractive as a big iron bucket.

[@KG-yz7tr]

@@Chris-rd9ui True...

[@75blackviking]

Instructionals like yours are so well done that it makes me wish that damn KZbin had a "two thumbs up" option. Love how you creatively overcome practical limitations, too.

[@waynestephen8970]

Nice build! Speaking for those considering building this, how is it holding up 2 years later and how much did this cost all in?

[@johnmcdonald5998]

I think you did a fantastic build! The tub looks so inviting - great location. You explained each phase like a professional - thanks! Hope you enjoy it for many years to follow!

[@carlocardenas7566]

Wow, great video! Love the hot tub and even though I won't be making one any time soon, I still learned a ton watching you work. Subscribed.

[@caseykiernan2373]

Wow. You are great. Didn't know how complicated it was to make this. Thanks!

[@Nishiki2010]

This is amazing, you are so talented!

[@glennmacneil549]

I have skill, and you’ve impressed me. Good wood working, detailed description, and information about all the parts. I feel I could try it now. Except for the price 🤑

[@theodorep9569]

That’s amazing you’re quite an artist

[@hiimryan2388]

Theodore P she's a frickng master carpenter

[@hobbitninja]

I think there's an endless cycle of people who see videos of making a cedar tub who then make their own videos of making their hot tub which inspires others to make their own. Great Job, I'm in that second stage now. Only thing is that I would like to make a square one

[@LISTEN0011able]

I like your tone of voice. It makes me enjoy the video comfortably.

[@baddinosaur1548]

Nancy, you are a master. love watching this and being inspired by it. Im off to build a cold plunge tube. thanks

[@rivernet62]

Beautiful! I have a spot in our deck picked out to set in a tub. Thinking of going oval though! 😎

[@scyban12]

I'd really like to see that! I would think you will have to keep close track of where each stave will go but I think that would be awesome! Make a video and post it!

[@lostaunaum]

I am just amazed at the fact that Nancy calculated her design, exact sizes to the last digit. Bought all of her materials and got exactly what she needed and it all magically fit together. A true carpenter just eye balls it, messes it up then eye balls it again and ends up tossing the whole thing out the window and calling a professional. This video is amazing, truly amazing skill.

[@adamcartermi5]

I feel like the deck wasn’t made for this weight...

[@jordy46682]

Especially the location of that tub too... It's literally in the worst position as all the weight is acting like a lever away from the house... Also, I'm a little bit nervous as this was her last video over 4 months ago... Coincidence?

[@adamcartermi5]

Jordan Cox yeah i am worried too. That deck overlooks looks very steep.

[@hygrometer]

its not that heavy

[@adamcartermi5]

JustLetMeDrive you out your mind. It’s extremely heavy, and the deck i am sure was not reenforced for such a load. They are also pretty high up as you can see tree tops below her. Not safe.

[@hygrometer]

@@adamcartermi5 who cares, the water will absorb the fall

[@jimtalbott9535]

Having just hurt my back, this video, particularly the last few minutes, has a lot of appeal. Doesn’t hurt that I have all of the woodworking hardware I need to build this also.

[@chubbyninja842]

Who else blurted "SH*!" when she said she paid $2K just for the wood? Hahaha

[@AnthonyRose]

guilty

[@smileyface6837]

almost spat out my latte when shes said the cost

[@davidpatel5267]

Could have paid me 2k I'd have delivered whatever she was wanting by hand for that money.

[@smileyface6837]

David Patel i agree man

[@miketharipr]

I said the same thing except prefaced with a "HOLY".

[@Kazeykc]

Wowwie very impressive build idk why I thought this was going to be a prefab build this is much better and very detailed thanks for sharing

[@teocharger]

She is like: - How many woodworking tools do you need? - Yes.

[@PreciseAutoSport]

How original...

[@israelaguilar9642]

PreciseAutoSport After I laughed and liked the comment, I saw your comment and reconsidered my support. It ended up reminding me of how people often say: “It must be free 🤓” whenever an item doesn’t scan at the grocery store...

[@j.saavedra1502]

Your videos are great! Great editing and excellent narrative! More please!

[@yardyogi1768]

So will this wood last over years of being soaked?

[@joshuabonilla3693]

I used to work in NYC on roof top water tanks. Surprisingly, they use cedar as well. They used yellow cedar for roof top tanks. And they do well in the weather. I've taken tanks apart from the 1930's. Although they were mostly made out of redwood then. Either way with proper care and maintenance a wood tank could last a good 30 years or more.

[@clayfarnet970]

I see a beautiful piece of art that she designed and built with her own hands. She paid $900 for quality knot free wood that will last a lifetime. She said this project came about because a no one would deliver a plastic tub to her location. Her tub is so much better than plastic. Bravo!

[@ryandury]

This is awesome!!! Well done. What filter and ozonator are you using?

[@Dennis-1367]

wether the deck can carry it or not. What I am mostly amazed by is that in almost every case safety ear plugs were used, also gloves and safety goggles and even a dust mask. This is how it should be done, regardless of being an amateur or professional.

[@soulextracter]

I'm sorry but I gotta ask... Can this hot tub send me back to 1986?

[@angelitepriestess1562]

Wow ! Japanese Wooden Hot Tubs ! One of my favourite things, thank you ! I always wondered how you connected the pieces. Beautiful Elegant Work Nancy - Itsugushi Ne !

[@codexaeterna]

At the beginning I was curious because it could be a cheaper alternative to buying a normal one. After "the wood alone cost $2000, you lost me. Add in the tools & time to make, and it's definitely not worth it. Looks nice though.

[@SergioBalacco]

That’s amazing you’re more than an artist. The hot tube and deck are perfect, I want to built the same here at my house.

[@jimmybrings4210]

amazing woodwork and amazing tools .... impressive plumbing

[@marksweeting24]

Nice project. I have done a number of radius cuts and find that using the router mounted to a stick can cut a very clean circle instead of using a jigsaw. And much quicker.

[@skinwalker_]

Fantastic job. It really looks amazing. I hope it brings you many years of enjoyment.

[@dangrippe5082]

Incredible talent!! Best video I have watched in a long time. Wish I could do something like it.

[@Chillieandbean]

WOW! Such craftsmanship! You make this look so easy (and I know not too many people could do this)! For a minute, I felt inspired to try to build something (not this complex), but then reality set in and I know better, LOL! Really enjoyed watching you build such a bespoke hot tub! Just love it!!!

[@albertobaudino1963]

Congratulations for a job well done as in passion and using natural and healthy materials in which to find that time for us made of serenity and inner balance: wood is life!

[@chipmeister111]

Great craftswomanship. It really came out beautiful.

[@tomiohamashige4585]

This is freaking awesome.....my hat's off to you for your high level of skill, Nancy!

[@griff_9580]

This is a super cool build, I really enjoyed you taking the time to go through the construction process in detail. This is an old video, so I’m not sure if this was ever resolved, but as others have mentioned, you need to reinforce your deck for the weight of the tub, as I’m assuming the deck wasn’t built with tub in mind. When framing a house you always double up and sometimes triple up joist where tubs are going to be placed due to the shear weight they place on the floor when they’re filled with water. Shouldn’t be too hard of a fix though if you haven’t already done so. Make sure your deck posts are within safe load capacities as well. Good luck!

[@carolewarner101]

Wow Nancy, what a beautiful tub! I'm so used to seeing only men doing videos on this sort of thing. It's so inspiring to see a woman taking on a project of such magnitude and producing such a stunning result. I confess I'm a little jelly and wishing for a tub of my own. : - D Now I have no excuses. Congrats and happy soaking!

[@OneAdam12Adam]

I agree tremendous video

[@RuthLopez-tn3uv]

I just got an inflatable hot tub this spring and I love it so much, but I would trade in a heartbeat for one of these cedar tubs. It looks awesome!

[@toolman91w]

Beautiful job. There is nothing better than using something you built yourself. Keep up the good work.

[@milancollin1819]

Amazing, what a beautiful creation and what a knowledge you have. Great video to inspire me building something myself for our mountain house in the South of France

[@Crus0e]

Wow nancy! this video is really good and it's reason why I found your channel. I hope to see the updated version soon! It looks so cozy and comfy to stay in there

[@Delta9Church]

I make similar tubs for a living with Forest Cooperage and I gotta say, for a diy projects this is of the highest quality. We do our staves differently, but beautiful work.

[@Delta9Church]

Ps, your answer for leaks in a tub like this is dumping fine sawdust in it, the water will carry it to the leaks and seal them up nicely.

[@ThatPNWlyfe]

That is really impressive. Great work and attention to detail.

[@byogi3337]

Fabulous ! It looks Perfect and very impressive wood working skills ! WOW

[@josephu6845]

Even when you just wing it it looks amazing! Love those benches

[@exhiteknornmichael8316]

ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC BUILD!! lots of criticism ???? Again FANTASTIC!!

[@neilmcmichael1111]

What an amazing job! You should be very proud of your work! Loved watching your video. Thanks for sharing.

[@Nehbur]

Fantastic and not using expensive machinery. Gives hope to an amateur woodworker.

[@danf8047]

I'm green with envy.. that you got the skills and knowledge to build this.. awesome!

[@jarrodmcgahan2709]

I will build this later. Perfect design Nancy. Great functional Tub, and the perfect size.

[@michaelwood5519]

That tub turned out beautiful! Nice work.

[@brudon59]

Hey Nancy, thanks for sharing. Great build and video work.

[@thepickleballdream]

How in the world you have barely any subscribers? You are probably one of the best builders in KZbin, respect!

[@phillbet]

What a an amazing job , well done and the end result is spectacular

[@dinhakimura]

That is absolutely amazing! Congratulations on your skills!

[@delta_shift]

Thanks for sharing, this was very interesting and satisfying to watch, I really enjoyed it. Only thing I will ask is, it doesn't seem that you've uploaded any new content for the last few years. Do you intend to come back? I'd love to see more.

[@kevcap4295]

Beautiful looking tub. Do share the concerns raised about the weight on your deck. But looking at your workmanship - dare say you'd have thought of that. Can't help the feeling of envy, both of your talent and view when you're sat in it!!!