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Thread: Wine Barrel Hot Tub
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4th April 2014, 07:48 PM #1
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Wine Barrel Hot Tub
Hello All from Italy.
I finally had the chance to get a Barolo barrel (~60 years old). Formerly used for beer, at least 2" thick Oak. 3000 liters (still smells of wine)
I would like to make a garden hot tub out of it.
My worries are:
- it's a horizontal barrel: will the side hold the weight if tilted to vertical?
- I would just remove the top and use it as is, but it's very high if tilted, so if I cut it in 2 pieces it would be wider. Downside is the top big port that will not hold anymore, and I'm also worried it will fall in pieces. I cut secure the rings with screws.
Any hint is very welcome.
Many thanks
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4th April 2014, 08:25 PM #2
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i dont think that cutting it in half will compromise its structural integrity provided the rings are secure, thats my opinion anyway
cheers joel
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4th April 2014, 09:17 PM #3
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rings are secured, barrel is water tight, filled in with water now, just a few drips.
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5th April 2014, 07:37 AM #4
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This is an interesting idea. I would like to know if this would work so I will be watching this thread for replies.
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5th April 2014, 06:24 PM #5
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I want one. Great to have you aboard Attilhacks.
Regards Rumnut.
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6th April 2014, 01:47 PM #6
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What if you add an extra reinforcing ring each side of the cut?
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6th April 2014, 10:05 PM #7
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Barrels hold wine so they will hold water, however keeping the water sanitised (safe) is the issue. The wood will harbour microscopic bacteria and in warm water they will flourish. So unless you have a rigorous water testing/treating regime keep your head above water. Lessens ear and eye infections.
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7th April 2014, 05:23 PM #8
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thank you all for the hints.
I could use the spare rings to reinforce it! cool.
as for the water I will use some filtration system chlorine, and change the water often: I have a well
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PS: my dad builds stuff with wood since decades, he's actually building me a storage cabinet. I recently acquired an old cast iron sawmill (like 1935). Will post the pics of the restoration in a separate thread. Not sandblasting or repainting though, just making it spin again for the moment.
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