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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hinoki?

Hinoki Cypress is Japanese for White Cedar. In the United States, it is called Port Orford Cedar (POC). It is a rare tree that grows naturally along the West Coast and in Asia.

What Makes Hinoki Superior to Any Other Cedar?

Hinoki has a wonderful, lemon-scent, is highly rot resistant, and its chemical composition makes its wood oil highly therapeutic.

What are the Therapeutic Properties of Hinoki?

Hinoki's aroma has both a relaxing and decongestant effect. Hinoki is perfect for aromatherapy. Its relaxation properties help relieve tension and stress. It's also excellent for relieving stuffy noses, sinus and chest congestion, and respiratory problems.

Does Hinoki Irritate Skin Like Other Woods?

No. Unlike other woods, such as juniper and red cedar, Hinoki does not cause skin irritation or female problems. Hinoki is gentle on skin and has even been used to make facial and body soap. In fact, the properties in Hinoki are very effective antiseptics for healing and treating skin problems, such as rashes, cuts, abrasions, and minor skin irritation.

Where Can You Put a Soaking Tub?

Anywhere. Bathroom, patio, deck, spa area. Inside or outside.

How Easy is it To Install An OHP Tub?

Very! You can install the tub yourself or have it installed by a professional plumber.

Do Wooden Tubs Leak?

No. They weep, but they do not leak.

Aren't Wooden Tubs Unsanitary?

Not Hinoki tubs. The most prominent elements in Hinoki wood are known for their ability to naturally kill bacteria, viruses, viral infections, and fungus. In fact, Hinoki's anti-infectious agents are known to cure infections. The wood has been used in Asia for centuries without complaint.

What are the Filter, Pump & Heating Unit Dimensions?

The assembled unit is 32" long, 20" wide, and 21" tall and is shipped pre-assembled.

How is the Hinoki Tub Used?

Hinoki tubs are for soaking, not for bathing and should not be used with soap or harsh chemicals. Bathers soap up and rinse off in a shower or a conventional bathtub prior to entering the soak tub filled with pure, clear water. Items such as soap, chlorine, or other chemicals will destroy the Hinoki wood.

How are OHP Products Shipped?

All products are shipped freight on board directly to each customer.


Oregon Hinoki Products, Inc.
P.O. Box 358
Molalla, Oregon 97038
(503)829-4524 ~ (503)829-4100(FAX)~ Email: ohp@molalla.net

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