How to Choose the Right Garden Sauna
Finding the perfect garden sauna is all about matching your lifestyle, space, and wellness goals. Whether you want a modern compact sauna for quick heat therapy or a spacious outdoor living sauna for family relaxation, this guide will help you make the right choice.
Do you require planning permission
This should be your first piece of research prior to ordering your sauna. Always ring your local council and confirm that a detached accessory structure, i.e. a garden building, falls within your right to have, and that you do not require further permissions. The answer is typically “no, you don’t need additional permissions”, but it is always best to check.
Secondly Consider Your Space
Start by measuring the available space where you’d like the sauna to go. The idealistic
“Best” space for your sauna is a balance between the aesthetics and practicality. Your
complete wellness experience, from build through to daily use, is defined by where you
place the sauna.
To help you, please see our guideline below:-
| Decerning Factor | Decerning Factor |
|---|---|
The Foundation |
A level solid, well drained foundation, ideally concrete or compacted gravel, ensuring the sauna is dry, stable and secure. |
The Location |
A private spot with a pleasant view, a reasonable distance from the property if it permits, while also maintaining Wifi signal if the Wifi controller has been selected. |
The Light |
Positioned in your garden to get the best of the natural light, morning sun in the colder darker months, or shaded area in the summer months. |
The Result |
A perfect synergy of reliance, convenience and relaxation that can be used time and time again. |
Tip: Leave enough space around the sauna for ventilation and easy access.
Choose Your Heating
When it comes to heating your sauna there is only the two options: wood-fired or electric. - Wood-Fired Saunas offer authentic, traditional heat with the scent of burning wood. Ideal for off-grid settings without the hassle of having wiring installed to your sauna. - Electric Saunas are convenient, quick to heat, and easy to control with a thermostat or timer, or even upgrade to a modern Wi-Fi controller for your heater.
If your thinking of going electric for convenience, consider your power source. An electric sauna heater must be installed by a qualified electrician as it requires the correct power cable and routing to ensure safety. If this sounds like too much hassle, then consider the off grid solution, taking you back to nature with a wood-fired chimney heater. Still unsure, check out our comprehensive guide on “Wood-Fired Vs Electric”
Think About Capacity
Ask yourself how many people will use the sauna regularly. Our sauna is designed to be a spacious but efficient experience. Offering the capacity of up to 4 people, but perfect for 2. Have the space to lie down, stretch out and truly relax while also having the option to invite your friends and family round to show of your new glow.
Final Touches, Extras & Features
Enhance your experience with separately purchased products:
- LED mood lighting
- Scents and accessories
- Built-in sound systems
- Changing rooms or outdoor showers
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Novi Outdoor Sauna With Small Veranda
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Novi Outdoor Sauna With Changing Room and Small Veranda
Novi Outdoor Sauna With Changing Room and Large Veranda
