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Cedar Electric Bath: Do You Need Chemicals?

  • Apr 10
  • 2 min read

A Spa That Can Be Used Like a Bath

Unlike traditional spas, the Pocket Rocket holds just 450 litres of water. That smaller volume changes everything.

Electric cedar bath
Pocket Rocket inlet and outlet

Most of our customers choose to use it more like a bath:

  • Fill → enjoy → drain

  • Or refill every few days / between guests

This means:

  • No complex water balancing

  • No ongoing chemical management

  • Always fresh, clean water

For Airbnb hosts especially, this is a huge advantage. You can simply reset the tub between guests without worrying about maintaining spa chemistry.

⚙️ What the Built-In Sanitation System Does for our Cedar Electric Bath

The Pocket Rocket is powered by the SpaNet SV Mini system — the same technology used in full-size spas.

It provides:

  • Automatic filtration cycles

  • Temperature control

This system keeps water moving while in use and reduces the need for intervention.

But here’s the key distinction:

👉 It supports water quality — it doesn’t replace chemicals entirely if you’re keeping water in long-term.

🔁 Two Ways to Use Your Pocket Rocket Cedar Electric Bath

1. Bath-Style (Most Popular)

This is how most customers use it.

  • Drain and refill regularly (daily, between guests, or weekly)

  • No chemicals required

  • Always fresh water

  • Minimal maintenance

Best for:Airbnb, holiday homes, or anyone wanting simplicity.

2. Spa-Style (Keep Water In)

If you prefer to keep the tub filled and heated continuously:

  • Use the SpaNet system

  • Add a small amount of sanitiser (chlorine or bromine)

  • Maintain pH levels

For this setup, we recommend using ozone-compatible products like the Aqua Spa range:👉 https://www.aquaspa.co.nz/product-range/

These are designed to work alongside ozone systems and help keep water balanced with minimal chemical use.

💡 Why Customers Love This Flexibility

The beauty of the Pocket Rocket is that you’re not locked into one way of using it.

You can:

  • Keep it simple and chemical-free

  • Or run it like a traditional spa when needed

Either way, you’re getting:

  • A compact, high-performance system

  • Lower running costs

  • Far less maintenance than a full-size spa

🧠 The Bottom Line

  • You don’t need chemicals if you’re draining and refilling regularly

  • The SpaNet system helps maintain water while in use

  • If you keep water in long-term, low-level chemicals are still recommended

It’s spa performance — with bath-level simplicity.

 
 
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