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Guides for saunas and small backyard buildings.
What to check before you buy a sauna, how to size a heater, which wood to pick and where it should go in your yard. Written from the point of view of someone who builds them.
Buying guide
How to Choose a Home Sauna: The Complete 2026 Buying Guide
Traditional, infrared or outdoor barrel? Sauna types, size, heater output, wood, 120 V vs 240 V wiring and real-world costs, step by step.
Comparison
Infrared vs. Traditional Sauna: Differences, Running Costs and Which to Buy
Infrared or traditional Finnish sauna? We compare heat, feel, wiring, running costs per session, space and price so you can pick the right one.