An outdoor soaking tub is a great addition to the exterior of your custom home. Many spas and resorts offer access to these tubs to provide guests with a relaxing environment to rejuvenate and recharge the body and mind. However, due to their general simplicity and a variety of other benefits they can provide, they are becoming increasingly popular with homeowners and are finding their way into the design plans of many new homes.
Traditionally, these tubs are made of aromatic wood, such as cedar, but other materials are often used in the construction of these relaxing tubs. Outdoor soaking tubs have roots in Japanese culture where the bathing experience is also a time for meditation. The high water temperature in these small tubs is traditionally generated by wood-burning heating elements, but is now also achieved through more modern and energy-efficient means. They also offer several benefits.