Yes, you can build a hot tub from cinder blocks. Here’s how to size it, build the base and reinforced walls, plumb, insulate and waterproof it, from someone who built his own.
Category Archives: Materials and Construction Related
DIY Hot Tub Building, Materials and Construction Related
DIY Hot Tub Construction: Block, ICF or Poured Concrete?
13
Jan
Jan
The three construction methods that are genuinely within reach of a DIYer (block, ICF and poured concrete), how to build the base and waterproof the shell, and why gunite is best left to the pros.
12
Apr
Apr
If you’re wondering how to build a concrete slab or base for your hot tub, this step-by-step guide is the resource you’ve been looking for! There are many benefits of having a hot tub in your backyard. It is the perfect place to relax after a long day, and it can be used for entertaining guests as well.
Materials and Construction Related, Plumbing Related
How to Install Gunite Jet Bodies in a DIY Hot Tub (Step by Step)
08
Sep
Sep
Gunite jet bodies look complicated, but they’re not. Here’s what each part does and exactly how I fitted mine so the jets finish flush with the tiles.
Materials and Construction Related
DIY Hot Tub Shopping List: Everything You Need for an In-Ground Build
25
Jun
Jun
Everything you need to buy for a backyard DIY in-ground hot tub, stage by stage, from the dig and the slab to the spa pack, pumps, heat pump, lights and cover.