hinoki wood japanese bathtubtag:www.bartokdesign.com,2013:/japan//22013-02-06T22:22:15Zenjoying life, japanese style - by Bartok designMovable Type Commercial 4.25Hinoki Ofuro for Upstate NYtag:www.bartokdesign.com,2012:/japan//2.7032012-03-30T14:15:32Z2012-04-30T15:02:24ZIt sounds like a sweet match: a cabin in the Adirondack mountains and a japanese soaking tub... According to the client, the bathroom will have a traditional Japanese washing station and the tub will be free standing with water able...hinoki tubs
Hinoki wood tub AB grade (quartersawn) / L shaped corners
Dimensions are: L1400mm x W750mm x H640mm (ext. dim.) 550mm (deep) .
The bottom of the tub is finished with natural oil and the joints are realized with wooden dowels.
Accessories include an internal removable seat and traditional wood cover.
The corner joint is made in such a way that the water cannot reach the head of the planks (cut perpendicular to the wood veins) which is more vulnerable to water.
And here is the detail of the cover planks.
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hinoki ofuro in the fuji TV morning newstag:www.bartokdesign.com,2012:/japan//2.7012012-04-20T09:11:31Z2012-05-02T02:20:16Za beautiful japanese ofuro. Who`s taking a bath here? and, what is the cameraman doing with my hinoki bathtubs ... ? Last week I was interviewed for fuji television, the media coverage of the "new wave of the japanese bathing...hinoki tubs]]>
The VTR will be broadcasted on 4/25 in the morning news on Fuji television (national programming) and will also contain an interview with a client from L.A.
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cutting plankstag:www.bartokdesign.com,2012:/japan//2.7022012-04-21T09:38:29Z2012-04-27T09:43:49Z A block of quarter-sawn lumber is split in planks for making a bathtub. The thichness is 45mm: once it is planed it will be 42mm finished....hinoki tubs
A block of quarter-sawn lumber is split in planks for making a bathtub. The thichness is 45mm: once it is planed it will be 42mm finished.
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Do it again Sam - ofuro in Torontotag:www.bartokdesign.com,2012:/japan//2.7042012-05-02T01:30:15Z2012-05-02T01:59:15ZThis client, looking for a tub for his home renovation in Canada, found our "Stretch your legs" asnaro tub featured in our outlet corner. Well, the tub was already sold out but we offered to make a new one at...hinoki tubs
Asnaro wood tub AB grade (quarter sawn)
Dimensions are: L1350mm x W800mm x H635mm (ext. dim.) 550mm (deep)
The bottom of the tub is finished with a copper apron and the joints are realized with wooden dowels.
Accessories include a wooden bucket and 16m2 of wainscoting in hinoki knotless planks L2000mm x W105 x t12mm
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eco-scrooge outlet tubtag:www.bartokdesign.com,2012:/japan//2.7052012-06-07T05:51:13Z2012-08-29T23:56:20ZAre you into energy saving, recycling, waste reduction? Would you choose an organic vegetable soup over an overstuffed hamburger? Do you enjoy a hike on the Rokies more than window shopping on 5th Avenue? Than, this tub is for you!...hinoki tubs
The front planks have a nice gradation and are joined in such a way to
enhance this quality, like a rainbow.
All the material is beautiful asnaro wood and comes from the same lot, which was partially used for another project. But how could we make it so cheap?
We could considerably reduce the cost by using some AB grade material.
Note from the pictures below that there are 2 flush knots in the top frame border we used.
Of course this does not affect the quality of the wood, actually the eco-scrooge who lives inside you will enjoy the skillful inlays as the mole on Marilyn`s beautiful cheek!
I cannot really explain in writing how silky is this tub`s inside. If you have a chance to visit Japan, consider dropping by at our warehouse in Yotsukaido (near Narita airport).
This tub is worth a trip!
Here are the details:
size: L1300mm x W800mm x H630mm (external
dimensions) 640mm(depth)
quality: asnaro wood.
1) AB grade tub (masame cut) : 390,000. JPY
2) Packaging: 1500x1000x830 plywood box: 39,000. JPY
3) Pick up and delivery to Tokyo port or Narita air port: 10,000 JPY
For the payment, we accept Credit cards thru PAYPAL or contact us for wire transfer information to our bank account in Japan.
Click here: (ofuro drawing) to download it in acrobat format.]]>
bathtub in Carolina climatetag:www.bartokdesign.com,2012:/japan//2.7062012-08-11T15:24:24Z2012-08-11T15:27:49Z42hinoki tubs
we live in the states, in North Carolina, and we have weather similar to Japan, i.e. hot and humid in the summer, and cold and dry in winter. What effect does that have on the wood?
Well a climate similar to japan you will need to:
1) in summer: provide a good natural ventilation. Once you empty the tub, wipe it with a dry cloth and leave the windows open.
A wet climate may cause mold stains. On the other hand, this problem is minimized because we use a water repellent. See the documentation on our HP:
http://www.bartokdesign.com/japan/downloads/kihadaichiban-description.pdf
2) in winter: avoid using heating equipment in the bathroom when the tub is empty. Use the tub often (at least 2 times a week) and if you leave for an extended period, leave a bucket of water inside the tub and cover it to increase the air relative humidity. Keep an hygrometer near the tub and assure that humidity does not drop below 50%.
If the climate is too dry, there is the risk of the wood drying and eventually cracking.
outlet tub for close friends (sold out!)tag:www.bartokdesign.com,2012:/japan//2.7072012-08-29T22:18:39Z2013-03-27T13:34:00Zsorry, sold out! This outlet tub is quite large and is suitable for a couple (or close friends...) We could contain the cost by using B-grade hinoki. It has some small knots and this allowed us to use the full...hinoki tubs
sorry, sold out!
This outlet tub is quite large and is suitable for a couple (or close friends...)
We could contain the cost by using B-grade hinoki. It has some small
knots and this allowed us to use the full planks width.
Anyway the material is Kiso Valley hinoki, quarter sawn and the tub has a beefy top frame
construction.
If you are looking for the best cost-performance, this is a chance you cannot miss!
Here are the details:
size: L1500mm x W800mm x H650mm (external
dimensions) 552mm(depth)
quality: kiso valley hinoki wood.
1) ABB grade tub (masame cut) : 530,000. JPY
2) Packaging: 1700x1000x850 plywood box: 45,000. JPY
3) Pick up and delivery to Tokyo port or Narita air port: 10,000 JPY
For the payment, we accept Credit cards thru PAYPAL or contact us for wire transfer the information to our bank account in Japan.
Click here: (outlet120810.pdf) to download it in acrobat format.]]>
happy-end in switzerlandtag:www.bartokdesign.com,2012:/japan//2.7092012-08-31T12:18:53Z2013-01-01T12:38:46ZAbout 3 years ago, we received an information request from a swiss gentleman. He was designing his home and supplied us beautiful drawings and renderings of a japanese style bathroom. Than, last year we received the request for a quotation...hinoki tubs
Kadomaru type, sawara wood tub AB grade (knotless)
Dimensions are: L930mm x W630mm x H740 mm (ext. dim.) 640mm (deep)
The tub is equipped with cover in 2 halves
The tub is compact and light, so we could use a reinforced cardboard to package it to reduce the boxing cost and shipping weight.
I am sure the ofuro found a loving host family and that the story had a happy-end!]]>
barrel type ofuro for Englandtag:www.bartokdesign.com,2012:/japan//2.7082012-11-24T09:02:39Z2013-01-01T12:06:04ZThis tub was shipped to England, it is expected to arrive on december 24th. I hope it will make a nice Christmas present! Asnaro wood tub AB grade - barrel type Dimensions are: L1200mm x W630mm The tub is equipped...hinoki tubs
Asnaro wood tub AB grade - barrel type
Dimensions are: L1200mm x W630mm
The tub is equipped with lid, spout and bathroom accessories
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Custom shape spout:
Tub from the back side:
And here is the pristine interior of the tub. Of course there is no paint or coating. The shine is the product of the perfect work of the hand plane only!
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happy new year!tag:www.bartokdesign.com,2013:/japan//2.7102013-01-01T13:01:00Z2013-01-01T13:06:42ZFrom the land of the rising sun, we could see the beginning of 2013 before most of the other countries. And, despite the uncertainty of this period, we had the clear impression that it will be a DELICIOUS new year!...hinoki tubs
We would like to participate our warmest wishes to all our japan loving friends all over the world!]]>
tubs and accessories for a singapore spatag:www.bartokdesign.com,2013:/japan//2.7122013-01-11T23:26:33Z2013-01-19T04:37:20ZThis time we received the order from a commercial spa. Apparently, the client was following us and our activity on the homepage for few years and since their are opening a new branch, contacted us for the supply of 3...hinoki tubs 2 person Hinoki wood AB grade tub (3 pieces)
Dimensions are: L1400mm x W1200mm x H558mm (ext. dim.) 471mm (deep)
6 person Hinoki wood AB grade tub (1 piece)
Dimensions are: L2400mm x W1700mm x H570mm (ext. dim.) 483mm (deep)
4 spouts in AB grade hinoki and
Wainscoting in knotty hinoki planks (L2000 x W105 x t12mm)
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twin tubs for NYtag:www.bartokdesign.com,2013:/japan//2.7112013-01-18T23:10:59Z2013-01-18T23:23:08ZAs in the title, we were requested to produce two tubs with accessories. Asnaro wood tub AB grade Dimensions are: L1300mm x W750mm x H640 mm (ext. dim.) 560mm (deep) The tubs are equipped with a stool a bucket in...hinoki tubs
Asnaro wood tub AB grade
Dimensions are: L1300mm x W750mm x H640 mm (ext. dim.) 560mm (deep)
The tubs are equipped with a stool a bucket in coordinated asnaro wood.
Inside this tub all you can touch is warm wood and soothing water...!]]>
perfect timing to buy an ofurotag:www.bartokdesign.com,2013:/japan//2.7132013-01-26T15:11:23Z2013-01-27T00:40:40Z In case you did not notice it, the dollar and euro are gaining value over the yen. Today, one dollar buys you almost 91 yen, it was 78 yen/dollar six months ago. In few words, if you purchase a...hinoki tubs
In case you did not notice it, the dollar and euro are gaining value over the yen.
Today, one dollar buys you almost 91 yen, it was 78 yen/dollar six months ago.
In few words, if you purchase a japanese bathtub now you can save about 20% compared to the price you would have payed in summer 2012.
Is the yen weakness going to last? We do not know, anyway the boost of exports and the planned increase of the sales tax (from 5% to 8% in 2014 and 10% in 2015) create the premises for demand increase which can boost the economy and generate a flow of capitals towards the japanese stock market.
Is the yen going back to 78 yen per dollar? Again nobody can say it, but it is likely that it is going to stabilize to a medial value for the months to come.
If you are planning to buy an ofuro, this may be the chance you were waiting for...!]]>
wabisabi featured on Tokyo TVtag:www.bartokdesign.com,2013:/japan//2.7152013-01-31T22:45:12Z2013-02-06T22:57:03ZWabisabi Culture (a japanese style ryokan and meditation center in central Italy) and their large Bartok design ofuro have been featured on Tokyo TV! The ofuro footage starts at around 2:20 on the video below:...hinoki tubs
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Bartok design featured on DWELLtag:www.bartokdesign.com,2013:/japan//2.7142013-02-06T21:35:39Z2013-02-06T22:22:15ZBig news: 3 of our tubs have been featured on DWELL http://www.dwell.com/post/slideshow/all-about-japanese-soaking-tubs#5...hinoki tubs
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Hinoki wood tub AB grade (quartersawn) / L shaped corners
Dimensions are: L1400mm x W750mm x H640mm (ext. dim.) 550mm (deep) .
The bottom of the tub is finished with natural oil and the joints are realized with wooden dowels.
Accessories include an internal removable seat and traditional wood cover.
The corner joint is made in such a way that the water cannot reach the head of the planks (cut perpendicular to the wood veins) which is more vulnerable to water.
And here is the detail of the cover planks.
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Asnaro wood tub AB grade - barrel type
Dimensions are: L1200mm x W630mm
The tub is equipped with lid, spout and bathroom accessories
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Custom shape spout:
We would like to participate our warmest wishes to all our japan loving friends all over the world!]]>
