6 Key Considerations Before Buying a Sauna

Published June 5, 2023

Are you considering purchasing a sauna for your home or for a commercial purpose? Before buying your sauna, we have listed out some factors to consider in order for you to have the best sauna experience. From understanding the different types of saunas to selecting the right size and space and meeting the electrical and ventilation requirements, there are multiple aspects that can impact your sauna purchase. Additionally, factors such as the user’s health conditions, and the choice of sauna interiors would also affect your sauna experience.

Consideration 1

Choosing the Right Sauna — Traditional vs Infrared vs Steam

It’s essential to understand the different types of saunas available — their differences, features, and benefits. Head to our blog The Ultimate Guide to Saunas to get to know the saunas we offer, then make an informed decision based on your personal preferences and the factors that follow.

Consideration 2

Choosing the Sauna Location — Indoor vs Outdoor, Bathroom vs Dedicated Room

Based on the availability of space and your personal preferences, you can choose where the sauna will be situated. As location is vital, it may also guide the type of sauna you choose. Regardless of your space constraints, we offer a range of customisable saunas suitable for your needs.

Consideration 3

Accommodating the Sauna Users

Another key consideration is the number of people who will use the sauna regularly — this decides the size of the sauna. Since most of our saunas are customisable, you can alter the size based on the number of users.

Consideration 4

Electrical and Ventilation Requirements — Powering Your Sauna

Since saunas are powered by electrical or infrared heaters, an electrical connection that can take the load is essential in the space. Most of our saunas are compatible with standard Indian household or commercial electrical outlets. Adequate ventilation is also required in the space that will host the sauna.

Consideration 5

Health Condition of Users

If users have any health conditions including, but not limited to, high/low blood pressure, heart or lung disease, or pregnancy, it’s recommended they consult a doctor before using the sauna. Children under the age of 15 need to be supervised inside the sauna and may be allowed only for a very short amount of time.

Consideration 6

Choosing the Right Sauna Interiors

Sauna interiors generally include benches, doors and walls. Harvia has built a wide variety of sauna benches from different wood quality, shape, and colour, serving two purposes — helping users stay comfortable without overheating, and handling the moisture inside the sauna. Wood types on offer include aspen, heat-treated aspen, spruce, black spruce, brushed heat-treated alder, Effex Ash, Effex Peat, and Effex Snow — choose based on your requirements and personal preference.