How do you find out the cost of a sauna?
In order to make a purchase that suits your needs, it is good to inform yourself about the elements that influence its cost. You can opt for a simple but well-made sauna or for a customized one that reflects your own wishes.
But how can we get the right price/quality ratio?
The size of a sauna
The choice of dimensions must take into account the number of people who will use it. With the increase in size, the power of the heater will also increase, more wood will be used, so it will influence the cost of a sauna. Instead, the electricity consumption will be the same whether it is used by one person or more. However, out of the desire to save, we recommend that you do not choose a sauna that is too small, because you may not be able to fit 2 levels of benches to allow you to go from a lower temperature to a higher one. In a sauna you need to have enough personal space to really relax.
The type and quality of wood
You might be happy when you get a good price for a sauna, without thinking about the quality at the same time. Also take into account the thickness of the wood and its origin and make sure it has a high degree of drying and treatment.
What type of wood do you prefer?
Sauna design
The degree of complexity of the interior furnishings influences the cost of the sauna. Furniture that requires special cutouts, combinations of textures and types of wood will lead to a more expensive sauna. It all depends on how you want to personalize your sauna. If you are a follower of the classic style, you can opt for simpler furniture.
Sauna heater
The most common are electric or combi stoves, and to choose the right heater you must take into account the area and location of the sauna. For example, a wood stove is more suitable where you have access to wood, but you have to keep in mind that you will need a chimney and a larger sauna size to have enough safety space. Not only the type of furnace influences the price of the sauna, but also its design.
The glass facade
This gives a special appearance to the sauna, but, in addition to its price, it will lead to the oversizing of the furnace due to higher heat losses, thus resulting in an additional cost.
Sauna insulation
This aspect is extremely important if we do not want to have heat loss. If you opt for high-quality insulation, the sauna will heat up faster and the oven will not be so demanding because it will maintain the desired temperature for a much longer period of time. There are several types of insulation. If you want an ecological insulation made of wood fibers or cellulose, you should know that it has a higher cost.
Sauna accessories
Ambient lighting, Himalayan salt or natural stone walls are just a few options you can choose for your sauna. With their help, you will make the sauna your favorite place in the house. Any indulgence is reflected in the cost, but you deserve to give yourself this pleasure from time to time.
