{"id":4113,"date":"2014-01-09T10:30:08","date_gmt":"2014-01-09T08:30:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woodenhottubsale.co.uk\/product\/ofuro-bathtub-polyprop-inner\/"},"modified":"2026-08-11T13:18:44","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T11:18:44","slug":"2-person-polypropylene-hot-tub-nordic-oval-duo","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.woodenhottubsale.co.uk\/ie\/product\/2-person-polypropylene-hot-tub-nordic-oval-duo\/","title":{"rendered":"2 Person Polypropylene Hot Tub \u2013 TimberIN Nordic Oval\u2122 Duo"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ti-r34-product-copy\" data-ti-owner=\"2026.08.11-r34-catalogue-2\">\n<section class=\"ti-r34-product-intro\">\n<p class=\"ti-r34-kicker\">A true two-person oval hot tub<\/p>\n<h2>TimberIN Nordic Oval\u2122 Duo: compact bathing space without a family-size water load<\/h2>\n<p>The Nordic Oval Duo is not a reduced photograph of a standard round hot tub. Its shell, seating and overall proportions are organised for one or two people. The elongated polypropylene liner creates a face-to-face layout while keeping the outside plan close to 1,400 \u00d7 900 mm. For a couple, a single regular user or a holiday property where occupancy is deliberately limited, that shape can make better use of a narrow terrace or a small garden corner than a large circular vessel.<\/p>\n<p>The model holds approximately 1,000 litres in the documented configuration. That matters because every litre has to be filled, heated, treated and eventually drained. The lower volume can make a two-person routine more manageable, but it does not create a universal heat-up time: starting water temperature, ambient conditions, cover, insulation, heater condition, fuel quality and operating technique all change the result.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ti-r34-facts\" aria-label=\"Nordic Oval Duo principal facts\">\n<span data-no-translation=\"\"><strong data-no-translation=\"\">1\u20132 people<\/strong>Purpose-designed oval seating<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-no-translation=\"\"><strong data-no-translation=\"\">Approx. 1,000 L<\/strong>Documented water volume<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-no-translation=\"\"><strong data-no-translation=\"\">1,400 \u00d7 900 mm<\/strong>Approximate overall plan<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-no-translation=\"\"><strong data-no-translation=\"\">1,000 mm<\/strong>Approximate overall height<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-no-translation=\"\"><strong data-no-translation=\"\">22 kW<\/strong>External BFTS-50 wood heater in the drawing<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-no-translation=\"\"><strong data-no-translation=\"\">80\u2013100 kg<\/strong>Approximate empty product weight<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>What the base configuration contains<\/h2>\n<p>The water-retaining body is a shaped polypropylene liner. Closed polypropylene benches define the two bathing positions and reduce unused space below the seats. A rounded timber rim finishes the upper edge, A-type wooden steps provide the planned entry route, and the selected exterior timber forms the visible cladding. A wooden lid is listed with the model; the order should state exactly which cover and insulation elements are included.<\/p>\n<p>The wood-fired configuration uses an external BFTS-50 heater shown at 22 kW in the model drawing. Locating the stove outside the bathing shell preserves the internal seating space and keeps the fire-loading point separate from the water. The heater, connecting pipes, stove door, chimney and safe working clearance must still be included in the complete site footprint. Measure the tub alone and the operating installation before preparing the base.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ti-r34-table-wrap\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Documented item<\/th>\n<th>Approximate specification<\/th>\n<th>Why it matters<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Bathing capacity<\/td>\n<td>1\u20132 people<\/td>\n<td>The shell is arranged around regular use by a pair, not a maximum crowd claim.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Overall dimensions<\/td>\n<td>1,400 mm long \u00d7 900 mm wide \u00d7 1,000 mm high<\/td>\n<td>Use these for early planning; confirm critical dimensions on the final drawing.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Water volume<\/td>\n<td>About 1,000 litres<\/td>\n<td>Volume drives heating demand, filled load, water care and drainage planning.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hot-tub weight<\/td>\n<td>About 80\u2013100 kg empty<\/td>\n<td>The support must also carry the water, users, heater and accessories.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>External heater<\/td>\n<td>BFTS-50, 22 kW in the technical drawing<\/td>\n<td>Stove position, pipe runs, dry fuel, flue route and guarding belong in the installation plan.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>A-type steps<\/td>\n<td>Approx. 830 \u00d7 780 \u00d7 600 mm; about 15 kg<\/td>\n<td>The steps add real depth in front of the tub and need a level, non-slip approach.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Packed product<\/td>\n<td>Approx. 1,950 \u00d7 1,400 \u00d7 1,300 mm; 80\u2013100 kg<\/td>\n<td>Delivery access is checked against the packed load, not only the installed outline.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>All values are planning dimensions for a hand-finished product. If a gate, recess, deck opening or crane lift leaves little tolerance, request the confirmed production drawing before building around the tub.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Choose the exterior timber for appearance and ownership routine<\/h2>\n<p>The liner retains the water, so the exterior wood can be selected for the look and maintenance routine you want. The live UK product offers spruce, larch and Thermowood. Each keeps the same compact oval concept while changing the colour, grain and weathering character of the outside cladding.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ti-r34-option-grid\">\n<article>\n<h3>Spruce<\/h3>\n<p>Spruce gives the lightest, most traditional Nordic appearance and shows natural knots and grain clearly. It is a strong choice when the buyer wants a pale timber finish and is prepared to follow the specified exterior protection routine.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article>\n<h3>Larch<\/h3>\n<p>Larch brings a warmer colour and more pronounced grain. Its visual character works particularly well where the tub is intended to sit beside timber decking or a garden building with a naturally varied finish.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article>\n<h3>Thermowood<\/h3>\n<p>Thermowood offers a darker, more even brown tone and improved dimensional stability from thermal modification. It suits buyers who want the most settled-looking exterior and a close visual match to many contemporary terraces.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<p>Whichever timber is selected, ventilation around the cladding, suitable surface treatment and access for inspection remain part of responsible ownership. The written quotation should identify the chosen wood rather than relying on the colour of a display photograph.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Wood-fired heating and the confirmed 6 kW electric option<\/h2>\n<p>With the external wood heater, warming the water is an active operating routine. Fill to the required level before lighting, establish the circulation path specified in the instructions, use dry suitable fuel and supervise the fire throughout the heat-up. The external position keeps the full oval liner available to bathers and makes the stove accessible without reaching across the water.<\/p>\n<p>An optional 6 kW electric heater is listed for this model. It can add repeatable temperature control where the site has a correctly designed supply. The technical sheet documents 6 kW single- and three-phase arrangements using legacy nominal voltages; the final UK voltage, phase, cable, isolation, protective devices, controller and installer responsibility must be agreed in writing for the ordered equipment. Higher 9\u201318 kW heater options used on larger TimberIN families are not offered on this compact product page.<\/p>\n<p>Do not buy the tub from an advertised number of heating hours. For a useful project estimate, provide the expected cold-water temperature, target temperature, normal season, selected heater, insulation and cover. That produces a more honest decision than transferring a best-case figure from a different volume or climate.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Selectable equipment and the benefit of each choice<\/h2>\n<p>Options should support the intended routine, not simply make the order longer. The Nordic Oval Duo can be kept as a direct wood-fired soaking tub or equipped for retained water, massage and more automated control. The current selectable equipment is grouped below so that each choice can be tied to a practical benefit.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ti-r34-option-grid\">\n<article>\n<h3>Wooden lid and insulation<\/h3>\n<p>A fitted wooden lid limits debris when the tub is not in use. Optional wall and base insulation reduce heat loss through the shell and are especially useful for frequent use or cooler weather. The cover arrangement must be the one confirmed for this model; an insulated leather cover is not available for the Oval Duo.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article>\n<h3>Sand filtration<\/h3>\n<p>A sand-filter circuit removes suspended particles and supports a repeatable retained-water routine. The large wooden equipment box keeps the technical set together while preserving access for valves, cleaning and servicing.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article>\n<h3>Air-bubble massage<\/h3>\n<p>Air jets create a lighter, lively massage effect across the bathing positions. This option suits buyers who value movement and sound in the water and who will include the air lines in cleaning and winter planning.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article>\n<h3>Hydromassage<\/h3>\n<p>Water jets provide a more directed massage at the selected positions. The advantage is a stronger local sensation; final jet positions should be checked against the two users rather than chosen only from a photograph.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article>\n<h3>Two LED lights<\/h3>\n<p>Two underwater LEDs illuminate the compact oval evenly without applying the four-light layout intended for larger 1.8\u20132.2 metre tubs. They improve evening visibility and add atmosphere with a proportionate amount of equipment.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article>\n<h3>Smart controls<\/h3>\n<p>Where a reliable Wi-Fi signal reaches the installation, compatible controls can add remote operation for selected massage, filtration or electric-heater functions. The order must identify each controlled device; connectivity never replaces electrical isolation or supervision.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article>\n<h3>Chimney guard<\/h3>\n<p>A metal chimney fence creates a defined barrier around a hot flue section. It is particularly valuable where the tub is used by guests or where the approach route passes near the chimney.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article>\n<h3>External drain arrangements<\/h3>\n<p>An external tap gives a clear service point for controlled emptying. The quick garden-hose adapter option helps route water away from the base, paths and neighbouring property when local discharge rules allow it.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<p>The polypropylene interior is offered in white, black, blue, light grey and dark grey. Colour changes the bathing-space appearance but not the documented volume. Ask for the written RAL reference so the selected finish is unambiguous.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Prepare the complete site, not only a 1,400 \u00d7 900 mm rectangle<\/h2>\n<p>The proposed support must be level, stable, load-bearing and suitable for a wet outdoor installation. Roughly 1,000 litres of water already represents about one tonne before adding the tub, heater, equipment and users. A terrace or raised deck therefore needs a structural assessment based on the final support points and operating load.<\/p>\n<p>Mark out the external heater, pipe connections, chimney, steps, open lid and service access around the shell. Keep the stove-loading route clear and provide safe circulation from the house or changing area. Water should drain away from the tub without collecting beneath timber, washing out the base or flowing towards a building.<\/p>\n<p>The documented drain uses PVC pipework with approximately 45 mm internal and 50 mm external diameter; an external one-inch stainless tap can be selected. Confirm where the water will go before delivery. If filtration, UV equipment or the electric heater is ordered, reserve the relevant equipment-box footprint and an accessible cable and pipe route.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Who should choose the Nordic Oval Duo?<\/h2>\n<p>This model is at its best when the normal bathing group is one or two people, the available site is narrow, and the buyer wants a real rigid hot tub rather than an inflatable spa. It is also a sensible choice when reducing routine water volume matters more than keeping spare seats for rare visitors.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ti-r34-checklist\">\n<li>Choose it for a couple or a regular solo bather who prefers a defined oval seating plan.<\/li>\n<li>Choose it where an approximate 1,400 \u00d7 900 mm shell fits the garden better than a family-size circle.<\/li>\n<li>Choose the external wood heater when the fire ritual and direct fuel control are part of the experience.<\/li>\n<li>Add the verified 6 kW electric heater when the site can provide the specified dedicated electrical installation.<\/li>\n<li>Add filtration when water will be retained between uses and a measured care routine is planned.<\/li>\n<li>Add massage only after confirming jet positions, technical-box space and winter servicing access.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A larger model is not automatically more comfortable. Ask for the final internal drawing and compare seat depth, legroom and entry with the two actual users. The right decision is the model that works every ordinary week, not the one with the largest advertised maximum capacity.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Before approving the written quotation<\/h2>\n<p>Confirm the exact timber, polypropylene colour, heater, electrical arrangement, insulation, lid, filtration, massage, lighting, drain, equipment box, delivery zone and unloading responsibility in one document. Keep the final technical drawing with that quotation. Site contractors should work from the confirmed order, because handcrafted dimensions and connection positions can vary within stated tolerances.<\/p>\n<p>For the wider decision, compare this model with the other <a href=\"\/ie\/hot-tubs\/2-person-hot-tubs\/\">two-person hot tubs<\/a>, review the <a href=\"\/ie\/purchase-process\/\">TimberIN purchase process<\/a>, and plan a suitable support using the <a href=\"\/ie\/preparing-the-base\/\">base-preparation guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"ti-r34-faq\">\n<h2>Frequently asked questions about the Nordic Oval Duo<\/h2>\n<details>\n<summary>How many people is this hot tub designed for?<\/summary>\n<p>The documented capacity is one to two people. The oval liner and closed polypropylene seating are arranged around that regular group rather than a family-size maximum.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What are its dimensions and water volume?<\/summary>\n<p>Planning dimensions are approximately 1,400 mm long, 900 mm wide and 1,000 mm high, with about 1,000 litres of water. Critical construction dimensions must be confirmed on the final drawing before building a tight enclosure or deck opening.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How quickly will the 22 kW wood heater warm the water?<\/summary>\n<p>There is no responsible single promise. Heat-up depends on the starting and target temperatures, weather, cover, insulation, fuel, heater condition and operating technique. Ask for an estimate based on the selected configuration and expected season.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Can an electric heater be added?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes. The confirmed selectable electric option is 6 kW. The final supply, voltage, phase, controls and protective design must be agreed for the ordered unit with a qualified electrician before installation.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Can I add jets and filtration?<\/summary>\n<p>Air-bubble massage, hydromassage, sand filtration and two LED lights are selectable. Their pumps, pipework, controls, cleaning routine and winter drainage should be planned as part of the complete configuration.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Which exterior woods are offered?<\/summary>\n<p>The live UK variants are spruce, larch and Thermowood. They change the appearance and exterior-care routine while the polypropylene liner remains the water-retaining body.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Does the compact size mean it can stand on any patio?<\/summary>\n<p>No assumption should be made from footprint alone. The base carries roughly one tonne of water plus the tub, heater, equipment and users, so it must be level, stable and assessed for the complete operating load.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><strong data-no-translation=\"\">TimberIN Nordic Oval\u2122 Duo<\/strong> is a compact polypropylene hot tub designed around one or two regular bathers rather than occasional crowd capacity. Its approximate 1,400 \u00d7 900 mm oval footprint, 1,000 mm height and roughly 1,000-litre working volume make it a focused choice for couples, narrow terraces and small gardens where a full family tub would add unnecessary water and site load.<\/p>\n<p>The current UK configuration pairs the oval polypropylene bathing shell with external timber cladding, closed polypropylene seating, A-type wooden steps and an external BFTS-50 wood-fired heater rated at 22 kW in the technical drawing. Spruce, larch and Thermowood exterior variants are selectable. 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