A home sauna is a fantastic investment for any living space. It is a lovely way to relax; it’s great for your heart too. If you’re looking to set up a sauna for your home, we’ll help you find the perfect spot!
Where can I keep an outdoor sauna?
Outdoor saunas are barrel or rectangular-shaped saunas that can be placed anywhere outside your home. If you live in the city but have a backyard, you can consider building a sauna near your swimming pool or by your garden. Popular vacation home spots for an outdoor sauna include the riverside, lakeside, or even by a valley.
The main advantage of an outdoor sauna is that it is easy to ventilate. Since it is a free-standing structure, you don’t have to worry about any changes in the humidity of your home while you soak up the heat.
What location do I need to set up an outdoor sauna?
Here are the things you need to think about while finding a spot for your outdoor sauna:
Adequate space + bonus views: First and foremost, you must have enough space to build a sauna, be it for a one-person residential sauna or a larger room for entertaining guests). Additionally, look for a spot that offers the best views, especially if your sauna has glass walls.
Don’t forget to perk up your sauna with some luxurious accessories – our favourites are the cedar sauna pillow and the dragon fire ladle.
Flooring: Your sauna can be set up on the concrete, wood, or laminate flooring. Setting it up on grass, rock, or gravel directly might affect heating.
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A weather-proof location: A sauna is a wooden structure that can be affected by intense heat, rain, and snow. If the weather in your area is unpredictable, it might damage your sauna room. Opt for a location that is protected from the weather, especially if your location is prone to heavy rain or sun. You can also get a sauna roof to protect it from the elements.
A foundation: Since an outdoor sauna is a free-standing structure, it will need a foundation to stay erect. So, your location must have soil that can be dug for your sauna to stand.
Utility connections: Your sauna room will also need a separate water and electricity connection that can be extended from your main living space. Since the sauna room is at a distance from your main home, your builder may not have provided additional connections. In this case, you will have to ensure that you find a reliable 1-phase or 3-phase power supply and water for your sauna.
Where can I keep an indoor sauna?
Indoor saunas can be set up practically anywhere inside your house. The usual spots for an indoor sauna include the bathroom, the gym room, a home spa, the garage, the basement, the attic, or even a storage closet.
Indoor saunas are easier to install because they don’t require any additional foundation. Besides, you can repurpose any existing electricity connection to power up your sauna. The main advantage of an outdoor sauna is that it is easy to ventilate. Since it is a free-standing structure, you don’t have to worry about any changes in the humidity of your home while you soak up the heat. Consider a 4 person outdoor sauna and enjoy socializing while relaxing in a revitalizing sauna.
Can I build a sauna myself?
With a DIY sauna kit, you can build the perfect sauna for your home, be it indoors or outdoors. The Sauna Company offers customised plans for sauna rooms of all sizes. These sauna rooms use premium-grade western red cedar and Finnish SAWO-approved equipment that you will cherish for years to come.
What location do I need to set up an indoor sauna?
Here’s what you need to factor in while setting up an indoor sauna:
Ventilation: Since the sauna is inside your home, the most important thing you need to think about is ventilation – where are you going to direct the hot steam from the room? Indoor saunas, if installed incorrectly, can alter the humidity of the entire room. Pay special attention to make sure that the sauna has access to a ventilator or window.
Space: Indoor saunas usually don’t need as much space as outdoor saunas, but they require horizontal clearance on all sides for ventilation. We recommend a clearance of at least 10cm around the back and sides of your structure for optimal ventilation.
Additionally, your ceiling must be high enough to accommodate the height of your sauna. A 60cm clearance above the sauna is optimal for ventilation.
Carpeting: An indoor sauna cannot be set up on any carpeted area. You might have to remove all carpeting before setting up your sauna. Tiles, wood, and laminate floors are perfect for indoor saunas.
The Bottom Line
When it comes to choosing the right sauna, the most important thing is the location, location, location. Wherever your sauna may be, the best way to make the most of it is through regular maintenance. Once you’ve got the hang of it, you’re all set to sauna the stress away!
