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We started with a great design and went from there. Each feature of Northern Lights cedar barrel saunas has been carefully considered and handcrafted with only the very best finishing touches.
1.5” THICK, CLEAR WESTERN
RED CEDAR
100% STAINLESS STEEL
STRAPS & HARDWARE
STAINLESS STEEL HEATERS & 3 HEATING OPTIONS
DUAL HEIGHT
HAND-SANDED BENCHES
INSULATED CEDAR DOOR WITH DOUBLE PANE TEMPERED GLASS
OPTIONAL
DIGITAL CONTROLLERS
PATENT PENDING
STAVE DESIGN
PACKED FOR EFFICIENT
SHIPPING
Our patent-pending smart stave design, and laser-guided milling ensures a waterproof barrel without the need of additional roofing. Our milling design uses two separate joints; a canoe joint for the staves and T&G joint for the walls giving superior strength and rigidity – and the pressure-treated cradle provides a solid support for your barrel sauna.
The round shape of our outdoor barrel sauna ensure a fast heat-up time. With no corners for the heat to get trapped in, means that it’s a very energy-efficient design to make the most of your heat!
All of our saunas are handcrafted by a small team of skilled craftsman that have many years of experience and knowledge when it comes to precision wood construction. They’re crafted using only clear grade ‘A’ Western red cedar, stainless steel fixings and heaters, and high performance technical units and components.
As a brand, Northern Lights has been crafting high quality cedar hot tubs and cedar barrel saunas for over 25 years, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. We’ve won numerous awards for our products and are proudly a BBB accredited business with an A+ rating. Learn more about us here, or see what our customers have to say with their reviews and testimonials.
All of our saunas are handcrafted by a small team of skilled craftsman that have many years of experience and knowledge when it comes to precision wood construction. They’re crafted using only clear grade ‘A’ Western red cedar, stainless steel fixings and heaters, and high performance technical units and components.
As a brand, Northern Lights has been crafting high quality cedar hot tubs and cedar barrel saunas for over 25 years, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. We’ve won numerous awards for our products and are proudly a BBB accredited business with an A+ rating. Learn more about us here, or see what our customers have to say with their reviews and testimonials.
Northern Lights cedar saunas start as full 2” x 6” planks of clear, grade A western red cedar that are carefully planed down to create the 1.5” thick walls you’ll see on all of our outdoor barrel saunas. Quality you just won’t find anywhere else.
With this solid construction, not only does it keep the heat in - but it prevents warping as well, ensuring you’re enjoying your cedar saunas for years and years to come!
All of our sauna parts fit through a regular doorway, enabling you to install your sauna just about anywhere. Whether in an enclosed backyard, on a roof terrace, or even on a mountain top (yes, it’s been done!), any hard to reach place is accessible - you will not need a crane.
Our prefab engineering makes your barrel sauna easy to assemble, even for the not-so-handy. All you need is a few basic tools such as a wrench and screwdrivers. Each Northern Lights sauna is packed with detailed assembly instructions and photos, as well as an operating manual to make installation of our outdoor saunas smooth and simple.
All of our sauna parts fit through a regular doorway, enabling you to install your sauna just about anywhere. Whether in an enclosed backyard, on a roof terrace, or even on a mountain top (yes, it’s been done!), any hard to reach place is accessible - you will not need a crane.
Our prefab engineering makes your barrel sauna easy to assemble, even for the not-so-handy. All you need is a few basic tools such as a wrench and screwdrivers. Each Northern Lights sauna is packed with detailed assembly instructions and photos, as well as an operating manual to make installation of our outdoor saunas smooth and simple.
Whether you want to go off the grid with Wood-fired heating, stick to traditional electric, or opt for infrared – our Northern Lights barrel saunas come equipped with high quality, energy efficient heaters designed specifically for our saunas using 100% surgical stainless steel inside and out. These heaters are available in 6.0 kw or 7.5 Kw for colder climates and come with a lifetime warranty. And - safety is key - our saunas also come equipped with a protective heat guard as well.
All saunas are available in in either Canadian/US (230VAC/60Hz) and European (220VAC/50Hz) supplies and codes with optional wood fired sauna heating systems.
Once your sauna is installed, all that’s left is to sit back and enjoy.
Depending on exposure to elements and usage, re-application of stains will be required every 5 or so years to keep the cedar planks and seating on your sauna looking like new. But that’s it! Thanks to the exceptional quality of the cedar used to craft out saunas, rest assured you’ll be soaking up the benefits of your sauna with as little maintenance as possible.
Once your sauna is installed, all that’s left is to sit back and enjoy.
Depending on exposure to elements and usage, re-application of stains will be required every 5 or so years to keep the cedar planks and seating on your sauna looking like new. But that’s it! Thanks to the exceptional quality of the cedar used to craft out saunas, rest assured you’ll be soaking up the benefits of your sauna with as little maintenance as possible.
| Specifications | 6 Foot Sauna | 7 Foot Sauna | 8 Foot Sauna |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outside Dimensions | 71 1/8" long by 76 3/8" diameter | 83" long by 83 3/4" diameter | 93 1/2" long by 83 3/4" diameter |
| Interior Volume | 154 cubic feet | 226 cubic feet | 259 cubic feet |
| Heat Up Time | 20 minutes | 20 minutes | 20 minutes |
| Materials | western red cedar | western red cedar | western red cedar |
| Wall Thickness | 1 1/2" | 1 1/2" | 1 1/2" |
| Electric Heat Option | 5.0 Kw electric Heater | 6.0 Kw electric Heater | 7.5 Kw electric Heater |
| Amperage Required | 30 Amps | 30 Amps | 40 Amps |
| IR heater Option | Yes 2 x 300 Watt (25 amps) | Yes up to 4 x 300 Watt (40 amps) | NO |
| Wood Heat Option | YES | YES | YES |
| Base Foot Print | 65" x 65" | 72 3/4" x 63" | 84 3/4" x 63" |
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“YOU’RE PAYING FOR QUALITY”
I started to research barrel saunas for almost a year. I loved your product, but in the end made the mistake of cheaping out and buying a Costco barrel sauna for $1500 less. We got it delivered and started to assemble it, both my wife and I were not impressed. Needless to say thank God for Costco's great return policy! After 1/2 a day of assembling, we realized we made a BIG mistake and packed it up and shipped it back. But you know the rest of the story and we are now proud owner's of a Northern Lights Barrels Sauna! My only advise to someone looking for a sauna is "you pay for what you get!"
KEVIN DOYLE, TORONTO CANADA
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I just converted my spare closet into a sauna room. The carbon fibre infrared sauna panel works great. We had a small room, and used 4 panels. I put in a nice little cedar bench to give it some sauna flavour. My wife loves it too. It was a great Xmas present and we will get lots of use.
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Great service guys! Dieter your engineer was particularly helpful! I recommend you to every sauna owner.
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I don't often write reviews but in this case Northern Lights Cedar Saunas deserves one! The product is top class, but the sales and service are just as impressive. These guys know what they are doing! I Recommend!
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The owner Dan has always been helpful, and the products are of great quality with a lot of attention to detail.
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“PERFECTLY SHIPPED TO AUSTRALIA”
Hi Northern Lights it's Aubrey from Australia. We bought our barrel sauna a year ago and you shipped it to the other side of the world. It arrived perfectly, and went together in a day. I was so impressed with the product that my husband and I just placed an order for one of your wooden hot tubs. We can't wait until it arrives, and will be sending you pictures of both as we have a great location that over looks the sea!
AUBREY HILTON, SYDNEY AUSTRALIA
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We have had your barrel sauna for 5 years now, and I just want to say want an awesome product you make! We have the wood fired stove and the sauna is at our lake. I can't tell you how many times we have had the neighbours over with their towels in hand. It is a true show piece.
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We are really pleased with your service. Everything is working AAAAAAOK. Have recommended your company to all our friends who have saunas.
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“CAN’T IMAGINE LIFE WITHOUT MY SAUNA”
Thanks for the all the help and the great product. I use the sauna daily and can't imaging life without.
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“EASY TO COMPLETE DIY SAUNA KIT”
We just completed installing one of your DIY sauna kits in a 6' x 7' location in our basement. My wife is from Finland and for years has wanted a sauna in our home. I must say I was a little reluctant as I am not the best with a hammer. However, we had the sauna room completed in 2 days including wiring. Your company was a pleasure to work with and I rate you highly!
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