Construction
Cold-climate construction for outdoor saunas
Framing, insulation, vapour control and cladding for a sauna that stays warm, dry and sound through a Canadian winter.
Sauna Backrests and Duckboards
A backrest to lean on and duckboards underfoot — small wooden touches, outsized comfort.
Sauna Wall Assembly: The Layers Explained
Cladding, frame, insulation, vapour barrier, lining — how the layers work together to hold heat.
Sauna Doors and Windows for a Cold Climate
Outward-opening, well-sealed, double-glazed — doors and windows that keep heat in and let you out.
Outdoor Sauna Roof Construction for Snow Country
Carry the snow, shed the water, insulate the ceiling and detail the chimney and overhangs.
Best Wood for a Sauna: Cedar, Hemlock, Spruce and More
Cedar, hemlock, spruce, aspen and thermowood compared for heat, aroma, durability and cost.
Sauna Interior Lighting
Soft, warm, low-level light from heat- and moisture-rated fittings — installed by an electrician.
Building a Sauna Porch or Canopy
A covered spot to cool down, kick off snow and shelter the door — small addition, big comfort.
Sauna Benches: Design, Height and Wood Choice
Two tiers, the right height and a cool-to-touch wood — designing benches that work.
Installing Sauna Interior Wood: Cladding and Finish
Cladding over the air gap and foil, hidden fixings, and the right (minimal) finish.