The Sauna’s

Natural Beauty
Begins in the
Renewable
Western Forest

Since 1964
Saunas
Sauna The Natural Bath
SAUNA IS Our ONLY BUSINESS!
Welcome to the relaxing world of Sauna!
I am a native of Finland, where Sauna is a
national institution, and I grew up taking
Saunas as a weekly ritual — now I use my
Sauna daily. My Finnish pride in the Sauna
and my desire to represent the “true” Sauna
here in America, prompted me to start my
own Sauna business in 1964. My company
is able to offer you the “best of two worlds”
— Finland and America. We import the
FINLANDIA Sauna heaters from Harvia Oy in
Finland, the world’s largest Sauna factory,
because their heaters are unequaled in qual­
Finlandia’s manufacturing plant is located in the modern 50,000 sq. ft.
Finlandia business park in Portland, Oregon. Finlandia is the largest ity and in providing the right Sauna climate
privately owned Sauna company in the USA. for the bather. We proudly manu­fac­ture our
Sauna rooms in Portland, Oregon, the heart
SAUNA, pronounced “sow (like The special heat and humidity of the timber country, where quality and
how) nah,” is the only Finnish soothes and relaxes tired selection of lumber is un­matched! We take
word in the English dictionary, muscles, relieves stress, and pride in “old country” craftsmanship, su­peri­or
and it means “bath” and the promotes a wonderful feeling products and personal service. We still use
“bathhouse.” Sauna has been of satisfaction and well being. 1" x 4" wallboards while our competitors
a way of life for over 2000 A Sauna helps to maintain clear, use 1⁄2" x 4" wallboards. Our nominal 1" x 4"
years in Finland, where it was healthy skin and there is that is a true 11⁄ 16" thickness. Competitors’
invented. It was first brought afterglow of a rosy complexion so called 1" x 4" is only 1⁄ 2".
to America by Finns who settled — the aura of good health!
in Delaware in 1638, and one During the Sauna process,
of their first Saunas was built the rate of blood circulation
where the Philadelphia City increases, the rate of breathing
Hall now stands. The Sauna is increases, and the pulse rate is
more pop­­ular now than ever faster. Ten minutes of sauna is
before, and it has become an like 10 minutes of exercise for
es­tab­lished tradition for many the heart. Recent studies even
Americans. found that Sauna usage helps
SAUNA—IT’S VERY UNIQUE increase endurance and can
reduce the occurrence and
SAUNA is the only bath in the
shorten the duration of the
world in which both dry air
common cold. An added
and damp air are present at
benefit is that a Sauna is very
the same time.
inexpensive to operate, as it is
SAUNA — on only when being used, and
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS? there is a short heat-up time
SAUNA is a process—pure and (air is being heated rather than
simple — a sensual pleasure. water such as in a hot tub).
It is the body’s natural way to There is no major upkeep for a
cleanse itself through per­­spir­a­ Sauna. There are no harm­ful My company is the only manufacturer
tion. The high heat (average of chemicals being absorbed into dedicated solely to the Finnish Sauna.
160° to 180°F) and the low the body (instead, the body’s I will not compromise my Finnish heritage
humidity (about 25%) create poisons are re­moved through by selling infrared rooms (most come
an environ­ment which pro­ perspi­ra­tion), there are no from China) as they are not Saunas.
motes over-all perspiration plumbing parts to freeze or Sauna has been plagiarized by infrared.
and the deepest cleansing of repair, and there are no mois­ See page 21 for more details.
pores of any bath in the world. ture problems for other areas of
The body’s im­purities are the house or building (Sauna is With warm wishes,
flushed away (even nico­­tine not a steam bath). The Sauna
from a smoker’s body). is a self contained unit.
Reino J. A. Tarkiainen

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 FPF66 Western Red Cedar Sauna shown with optional cedar exterior,
12”x30” sidelight windows, wooden light shades, extra wall light, and H design bench layout.

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 Sauna Q& A

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Ask The Sauna Experts
HOW IS A SAUNA DIFFERENT WHY IS WATER NECESSARY SHOULD A SAUNA HAVE A
FROM OTHER BATHS? IN A SAUNA? WATERPROOF FLOOR?
A Sauna must have a special, Bathers can regulate their A Sauna must have a waterproof
insulated room built of softwood; own hu­mid­­­­ity to create a more floor so that it can be easily kept
a heater which is designed and relaxing atmos­phere and to aid clean, sanitary, and free of odor
built to heat the room to a perspiration and deep clean­s­­ing by washing with a disinfectant.
temperature of about 180° F; of the pores. One or two dipper­ Best washable floors are cement,
and stones which get hot (about fuls of water are ladled slowly tile (strongly recommended),
600° F) to produce a good steam over the hot stones as often as or vinyl. In new construction,
when water is pour­ed over them. the bather chooses. we also recommend a drain,
Anything else is NOT A SAUNA! where possible (essential in
WHY MUST A SAUNA BE commercial Saunas).
IS A SAUNA A STEAMBATH? BUILT OF SOFTWOOD?
A Sauna is not a steambath, The humidity must be absorbed SHOULD A SAUNA
but a Sauna is superior to a to keep the atmos­phere dry. BE INSULATED?
steambath for opening pores and Softwoods have this property. Yes, to prevent heat loss. We
ridding the body of impurities. Hardwoods become too hot to recommend R11 or R13 fiberglass
As humidity is increased to only sit on or lean against. The wood batt type of insulation be­tween the
about 25% when water is poured must be kiln dried to within framing of the walls and ceiling.
over the stones, the air is still dry. 6 -11% moisture content to
There is no possibility of water prevent shrink­­age and warpage. HOW HIGH SHOULD A
condensation to cause damage SAUNA CEILING BE?
to the surrounding areas of the WHY IS THE THICKNESS OF Sauna ceiling height should be
Sauna room — peeling of wall­ THE WALL AND CEILING no higher than 7' as it is important
paper or paint — and there is no PANELING IMPORTANT IN to bring the heat down to the
chance of dry rot. In contrast, a THE SAUNA? bench levels. It is also more eco­
steambath has 100% humidity. The thicker the lumber and the nomical to heat, and the Sauna
more growth rings per inch, the will heat faster. 8' is maximum for
ARE ROCKS NECESSARY less chance there is of shrinkage. a Sauna.
IN A SAUNA? FINLANDIA uses 1" x 4" material
Rocks are necessary to store heat (actual 11⁄16" thick) because it will WHERE CAN A SAUNA
and to produce steam when not shrink as much and has more BE INSTALLED?
water is pour­ed over them. stability than 1⁄2" x 4" material Anywhere, but it is best to have it
Heaters that do not heat rocks (see pg. 23 and last page). close to a shower for convenience.
(such as infrared heaters) are not We do not use lower quality, FINLANDIA Saunas are found
Sauna heaters. cheaper woods such as 1⁄2" knotty everywhere — from the Arctic to
spruce or knotty pine. the Antarctic and from Mt. Everest
SHOULD ROCKS BE to Death Valley.
DIRECTLY HEATED? HOW DO YOU MAINTAIN
Rocks must be distributed among YOUR SAUNA’S BEAUTIFUL WHO CAN USE A SAUNA?
the electric elements in the heater APPEARANCE? Any healthy person of any age can
so that they will get hot enough Natural wood which is used in safely use a Sauna. People with
to produce a good steam and so any Sauna will show perspiration health risks should consult their
that they will filter the heat for a stains. Lighter wood will not show physician before using a Sauna.
comfortable Sauna. Rocks which stains as quickly as darker wood,
sit on top of a grille or basket will but over time will show signs of IS A SAUNA EXPENSIVE
not produce a good steam and staining. Bathers should sit or lie TO OPERATE?
the bather will experience a harsh on towels or bench mats to keep Heat up time is fast — about 25 to
heat, be­cause the heat reflects benches clean. Permanent back­ 30 minutes — and the Sauna is only
directly off the elements. rests can be installed above upper on when being used. The average
benches to keep the Sauna walls FINLANDIA home Sauna with 6KW
IS INFRARED A SAUNA? clean. They can be easily removed heater costs as little as $7.50 per
No. See page 21 for a comparison and sanded for new appearance. month to operate, when used 3
of Finnish Sauna vs. Infrared rooms. times a week.

Top: FPF57 Standard Western Red Cedar with optional 3-rail backrest, cedar vent, and stainless steel heater.
Bottom: FPF46 Western Red Cedar Sauna with optional cedar exterior, 12"x 30" sidelight window,
outdoor light switch, and Starline Skylight roof. Starline roof available in 4x4 to 6x8 sizes.

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 Prefab Modular Saunas — FPF

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Our prefab modular Saunas are available in many standard sizes, or we can custom build them to suit your needs.
See pages 8 and 9 for some of the standard sizes available. FPF56 Western Red Cedar room interior shown.

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Proudly Made in the U.S.A. Our prefab Saunas are engineered with
effort­less and fast installation in mind,
and can be installed on any level, hard-
surfaced, waterproof floor. Our unique inter­­­
locking design makes other modular systems
obsolete by comparison. Elec­tri­cal hookup
is made easy because all electrical conduit is
sealed within walls, and control box (where
necessary) is pre­­mounted. Engineered for
highest econ­­omy, with an R value of 13.5
(exceed­ing other modular Saunas on the
market) our prefabs are also designed with
2 vents to allow a natural exchange of air,
for comfort and fresh air supply for the
bather. Our FINLANDIA prefabs are not only
designed for best function and eye appeal,
but are manufactured with “old country”
craftsmanship — we craft each room like a
fine piece of Scandinavian furniture.

FPF Saunas have a finished height of 6'6"

Our unique locking system guarantees fastest and easiest assembly, strongest (FPF34), 7'0" (FPF35 to FPF78) and 7'2" for
installation, and most custom look. FPF is shown with Western Red Cedar interior.
FPF88 and larger. At least 3" ceiling clearance
and wall clearance is needed for assembly.
FPF Packages Include:
FRAMING: 2" x 2" Oregon Douglas Fir PREHUNG CLEAR GLASS DOOR: FPF Construction
to prevent warpage and dry rot. Frame V.G. Oregon Douglas Fir rails to prevent FINLANDIA prefab Saunas are complete,
fastened with galvanized fasteners. warpage, tempered, 1⁄ 2" thermo­pane free­­standing, self-contained rooms. They can
INSULATION: R11 (31⁄ 2" ) Fiberglass glass unit for spa­cious open look, be put anywhere you have an open space.
with paper back — walls and ceiling. Hem­lock jamb, stoppers, casing and You must provide the waterproof floor
thresh­old; hardware — (3) 4" x 4" butt (concrete, tile, or vinyl) and electrical wire.
VAPOR BARRIER: Type C Building Foil
hinges (chrome plated), roller or ball FPFs contain all
on walls and ceiling.
catch (keeps door securely closed), interior and
BASE: 2" x 4". 2 wooden door pulls; door section exterior parts.
EXTERIOR SIDING: 11⁄ 32" ruff-sawn slides into position and stays in place. The locking
mahogany plywood. Option — 1⁄ 2" x 4" HEATER FENCE: For safety — 2" x 4" system inside
T&G Western Red Cedar. and 2" x 2". each panel
INTERIOR PANELING: Walls and SUPER DEK or EURODEK: Removable connects with­
ceil­ing of 1" x 4" clear, A Grade, kiln- flooring for walking area — washable, out any screws,
dried, T&G small v joint for neat sanitary, synthetic material. Per specs splices or bolts.
appear­ance — choice of clear Western page 22.
Red Cedar (standard), clear Redwood,
VENTS: Lower vent is neatly cut into
clear Alaska Yellow Cedar, and clear Note: Modifications to the Sauna room are possible
room base; upper vent set (V10 white)
Western Hemlock. for wheelchair accessibility.
supplied for precut space. Option —
EXCLUSIVE CONCEALED LOCKING V5 cedar vent.
SYSTEM: Locks walls together with
LIGHT: Vapor-proof, wall-mounted
great­est strength and neatest appear­
#P5511. Satin aluminum finish.
ance (eliminates need for ugly interior
moldings — used by others). TRIM: For exterior and interior ceiling.
BENCHES: Constructed of S4S 2" x 2" FINLANDIA HEATER: Controls on
tops with 3⁄ 8" spacing, S4S 2" x 4" heater standard up to 7' x 8' room.
facing with eased edges to eliminate STONES: Peridotite, igne­ous type
sharp angles and slivers; all fasteners from Finland —best for heat retention
are applied from bottom to eliminate and safety.
ugly nail holes and the danger of nails ACCESSORIES: Wooden bucket #102N
popping up to burn bather. with bucket liner, dipper #106/40,
HEAD/BACKREST(S): For upper wooden thermometer #0301K, light
bench(es); tapered 14 5⁄ 8" x 18 1⁄ 2". switch, bronze plexiglass bathing sign.
FPF Finlandia Prefab Package IN WESTERN RED CEDAR.
INSTRUCTIONS: DVD for assembly.

FPF wall panels are engineered with an internal locking system for easiest assembly.
Panels, approximately 2'w x 7' h x 2 1⁄ 2"d, are finished with wood on both sides. Metal conduit and rough in boxes are factory installed
for the wall light, light switch, heater and control (if ordered). Electrical enters conduit from the top of the Sauna room.
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 Prefab Sauna Choices & Options

Our FINLANDIA Outdoor Sauna is the best EXCLUSIVE PREFAB OPTION:

insulated outdoor Sauna on the market. 5-SIDED SAUNA—FPF66-5S
You provide the waterproof pad, and we A popular product from our prefab department is
supply the insulated modular room com­plete the exclusive five-sided modular Sauna. Pictured
with roof package. The FINLANDIA Roof is the 6' x 6' size with 7' ceiling. This beautiful room
Package includes: wood plates, prefab rafters, is a showpiece for home or office. The full glass
nailers, facia, metal flash­ing, cedar shingles, door and clear glass windows in the two side walls offer
ridge cap, and nails. The roof must be built a spacious open feeling for the bather.
from these package parts. Tar paper not We offer a choice of one of our four clear Western woods for
included. The roof overhangs 12" at the the interior and visible exterior walls. All other specs are as per page 7.
front and 6" on all other sides. Also available in 4' x 4' to 8' x 8' sizes.
The FINLANDIA Outdoor Sauna is available
in sizes ranging from 4' x 4' to 8' x 8'. Roof kit
not available for 5-sided rooms. Peak height
is 8' 6" to 9' 8" depending on room size.

FINLANDIA FPF66-5S five-sided Sauna with interior and exterior of clear WESTERN RED
Cedar. TWO sidelights, cedar vent, towel hanger, and wall control ARE options.
FPF66 SHOWN WITH ASSEMBLED ROOF THAT YOU
BUILD FROM OUR FRP66 PACKAGE. OPTIONS ARE
NEGATIVE ETCHED GLASS SAUNA DOOR DESIGN FINLANDIA SAUNA OFFERS A CHOICE OF THE WORLD’S BEST SAUNA WOODS:
AND CEDAR EXTERIOR. All of our Sauna models can be specified with one of the softwoods shown below.
We use only the finest clear, grade A, 1" x 4" tongue and groove boards available.

1"x 4" Clear 1"x 4" Clear 1"x 4" CLEAR 1"x 4" Clear
Western Red Cedar Alaska Yellow Cedar Redwood Western Hemlock
(Standard) 11
All paneling is actual ⁄ 16" thickness.

FPF66 SHOWN with standard exterior of fine- FPF 812 Exterior Dimensions FPF 810 Exterior Dimensions FPF 88 Exterior Dimensions
grain Ruff-sawn mahogany with optional towel Seats 12 people. K15G Heater. Seats 8 to 9 people. K12.5G Heater. Seats 7 to 8 people. K10G Htr.
hanger. Exterior can be painted or stained to
match your decor.
FPF = Finlandia Prefab Modular Sauna

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 FPF56 shown with optional wall control, FPF44-5S 5-sided Sauna with cedar exterior,
cedar vent, 12"x60" clear sidelight, bench 12"x30" window, and optional Finnish all
skirt, and cedar exterior. glass door.

FPF66 SHOWN WITH optional BENCH SKIRT, BACKREST,

COPPER BUCKET, DIPPER and Stainless steel heater.

FPF46 WITH 1" X 4" CLEAR REDWOOD INTERIOR. Shown with FPF68 shown with optional
optional copper accessories. 12"x30" windows, Mt. Hood
glass, and cedar exterior. Interior layout of FPF68 Sauna room

DIMENSIONS SHOWN IN DIAGRAMS ARE FINISHED EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS and ARE EXAMPLES ONLY—
CUSTOM SIZES ARE AVAILABLE. STANDARD HEATER MODELS Are Indicated FOR EACH EXAMPLE.

FPF 68 Exterior Dim. FPF 66 Exterior Dim. FPF 57 Exterior Dim. FPF 56 Exterior Dim. FPF 46 Exterior Dim. FPF 44 Ext. Dim. FPF 35 Ext. Dim. FPF 34 Ext. Dim.
Seats 6. FLB80 Heater. Seats 4. FLB60 Heater. Seats 4. FLB60 Heater. Seats 2-3. FLB60 Heater. Seats 2-3. FLB45 Heater. Seats 2. JM30 Htr. Seats 1. FLB30 Htr. Seats 1. JM17or JM20.

Our prefab modular saunas are available in many standard sizes,

or we can build them to your custom dimensions.

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 Precut Sauna Packages — FPC

We have built our reputation as “old FPC Construction

coun­try” Sauna builders since 1964, All FINLANDIA material packages are
by believing that it takes individual made to order. Our precut packages
attention to provide each customer are intended for use in a space that
with a quality piece of workmanship. you have framed and insulated.
Our FINLANDIA Sauna packages are Any­one with general carpentry expe­
custom cut with special care and rience can build a Sauna out of our
ex­perienced craftsmanship. It’s the FPC parts. Supply us with your
little extras that count — so we take interior stud to stud dimensions and
the extra effort — such as nailing our we supply all the interior room parts.
benches from the bottom to make
Nail our 1" x 4" tongue and groove
sure that our customers will have no
boards to your studs; our boards will
worries (or burns) from protruding
run horizontally. We cut the material
nails. We countersink any surface
and build parts to fit your room; we
nails, and we fill any visible nail holes.
don’t just supply a pile of lumber
FPC Packages Include: and unassembled pieces.
PRECUT WALL & CEILING BOARDS:
1" x 4" clear, certified, kiln-dried,
T&G boards, cut to full length of wall
and ceiling for horizontal installation.
Choice of 4 woods. Cedar is standard.
ASSEMBLED BENCHES: Clear V.G. FPC BOARDS ARE CUT FOR HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION.
Standard Western Red Cedar interior with Optional
S4S kiln-dried 2" x 2" tops with 3⁄8" backrests.
spac­ing, and 2" x 4" facing (much
superior to standard 1" x 4" light­ In preparation for our FPC package, frame and
insulate your space and follow general contract­
weight benches, in design and
or specifications on the back cover. Only standard
strength). See page 22.
carpentry skills are needed for installation.
PREHUNG CLEAR GLASS DOOR:
2' 0" x 6' 8" as per specs page 19.
Interior casing ONLY.
ASSEMBLED HEATER FENCE
ASSEMBLED HEADREST/BACKRESTS:
For upper bench(es).
TRIM AND BASE
SUPER DEK or EURODEK: Per specs
page 22. (Enough for walking area
of floor).
FINLANDIA HEATER: Controls on
heater standard up to 7' x 8' room.
PERIDOTITE STONES
CONTROL / CONTACTOR:
(if required by heater).
LIGHT: Wall mounted, vapor-proof.
VENTS: Two sets (V10 white); for FPC Finlandia Precut Package IN Standard WESTERN  FPC OF WESTERN RED CEDAR.
RED CEDAR.
installation in upper and lower wall
areas. Option — V5 cedar vents.
ACCESSORIES: Wooden thermometer
#0301K, wooden bucket #102N with
bucket liner, wooden dipper #106/40,
bathing sign.
TYPE C BUILDING FOIL
INSTRUCTIONS: DVD for building.
FASTENERS: Included. 5d galvanized
nails for paneling per request only. FPC 812 Your Interior Framing Dimensions FPC 810 Your Interior Framing Dim. FPC 88 Your Int. Framing Dim.
Seats 12 people. K15G Heater. Seats 8 to 9 people. K12.5G Heater. Seats 7 to 8 people. K10G Htr.
FPC Boards are cut for
horizontal installation.
FPC = Finlandia Precut Sauna Package
(Vertical available as an option.)

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 Proudly Made in the U.S.A.

Optional curved wooden

light shade fits over
P5511 wall light.

ABOVE: Precut (FPC) Western Red

Cedar Sauna with custom permanent
DIMENSIONS SHOWN IN DIAGRAMS ARE YOUR INTERIOR frame to frame backrest and bench skirt.
DIMENSIONS and ARE EXAMPLES ONLY—WE CAN CUT TO ANY CUSTOM SIZE.
STANDARD HEATER MODELS Are Indicated FOR EACH EXAMPLE.

FPC 68 Your Interior Fr. Dim. FPC 66 Interior Fr. Dim. FPC 57 Your Interior Fr. Dim. FPC 56 Your Int. Fr. Dim. FPC 46 Your Int. Fr. Dim. FPC 44 Int. Fr. Dim. FPC 35 Int. Fr. Dim. FPC 34 Int. Fr. Dim.
Seats 6. FLB80 Heater. Seats 4. FLB60 Heater. Seats 4. FLB60 Heater. Seats 3. FLB60 Heater. Seats 3. FLB45 Heater. Seats 2. JM30 Htr. Seats 1. FLB30 Htr. Seats 1. JM17or JM20.

You frame and insulate, we furnish interior parts only — precut to size per the
standard sizes shown in the plans, or we will cut to fit your custom interior dimensions.

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 Standard or Custom Precut…

Above: Custom FPC58

Western Red Cedar Sauna
with permanent backrest,
etched glass and AV heater.

LEFT: FPC Sauna with Alaska

Yellow Cedar, optional
control, permanent
backrest and bench skirt
(custom).

RIGHT: Custom shaped FPC

Western Red Cedar Sauna.

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and Prefab Saunas

FPF77-7S Panorama Sauna of Western Red Cedar.

FPF56 Western Red Cedar Sauna with optional cedar exterior,

cedar vent, and cooling bench with free-standing legs.

FPF56 Western Red Cedar Sauna. FPF66 Outdoor Cedar Sauna with FRP roof kit.

LEFT: FPF66 Western

Red Cedar.

CENTER: FPF46
Western HEMLOCK
Sauna with option­al
permanent backrest
and bench skirt.

RIGHT: FPF68 Western

Red Cedar Sauna with
special forest scene
etched windows.

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 Sauna Heaters Are The Pacesetters

The heart of any Sauna is the Sauna

heater, and FINLANDIA heaters are
Model FLB
the “best of the best.” These authentic Wall mounted. Size: 16" w x 11" d x 24" h. Built-in controls (60 min. timer, thermostat).
Sauna heaters are noted for their 1– 8 hr. programmable time clock allows Sauna to be preset up to 8 hours in advance.
superior quality and performance. Controls can also be side mounted. Stainless steel interior, top; baked enamel exterior.
FINLANDIA heaters also have: Not recommended for commercial use due to control location.
STAINLESS STEEL ELEMENTS — MODEL FLB SPECIFICATIONS
for long life.
HEATER MODEL FLB30 FLB45 FLB60 FLB80
STAINLESS STEEL INTERIOR MIN - MAX CU FT
SAUNA ROOM 84 -130 100 - 210 170 -300 250- 425
LARGE ROCK CAPACITY—
WATTS 3,000 4,500 6,000 8,000
for heat storage.
AMPS 12.5 18.8 25 33.3
DIRECT ROCK CONTACT WITH  VOLTAGE 240 240 240 240
HEATING ELEMENTS — necessary to: PHASE 1 1 1 1
filter the harsh heat radiating from WIRE SIZE
the hot elements so the bather feels 90°C COPPER 12 10 10 8
only pleasant, soft heat; produce the CONTROL MODEL Built-in Built-in Built-in Built-in
best steam when water is poured CONTACTOR MODEL None None None None
over them to create the proper Sauna SHIPPING WEIGHT 40 lbs. 40 lbs. 40 lbs. 40 lbs.
climate; and, retain heat so there is 50# PERIDOTITE STONES SHIPPED IN SEPARATE BOX.
less off/on cycling of the heater for
heating efficiency and economy.
FREE AIR FLOW — for faster heating.
Model FIN
Wall mounted. Size: 16" w x 11" d x 24" h. Uses wall control and contactor or power unit.
MAXIMUM STRENGTH AND  Stainless steel interior, top; baked enamel exterior.
DURABILITY— from pressed
metal design. MODEL FIN SPECIFICATIONS
HEATER MODEL FIN30 FIN45 FIN60 FIN80
MIN - MAX CU FT
SAUNA ROOM 84 -130 100 - 210 170 -300 250 -425
WATTS 3,000 4,500 6,000 8,000
AMPS 12.5 18.8 25 33.3
VOLTAGE 240 240 240 240
PHASE 1 1 1 1
WIRE SIZE
90°C COPPER 12 10 10 8
CG 170 CONTROL Power Unit— MANUAL CONTROL F1T F1T F1T F2T
3 5⁄ 8" X 4 1⁄ 2" X 1" Dimensions below
CONTACTOR MODEL None None None FX402
GRIFFIN DIGITAL CONTROL GRIFFIN
DIGITAL CONTROL CG170-U1 CG170-U1 CG170-U1 CG170-U1
Can be used with FIN or Club heaters SHIPPING WEIGHT 40 lbs. 40 lbs. 40 lbs. 40 lbs.
only. Includes surface mount control
pad with time (60 min. plus 12 hr.
delay function), temperature display HEATER MODEL FIN45-3 FIN60-3 FIN80-3
(°F/°C readings), light control, 16.4 ft. MIN - MAX CU FT
SAUNA ROOM 100 - 210 170 - 300 250 - 425
data cable, temperature sensor with
WATTS 4,500 6,000 8,000
13 ft. cable, and Power Unit with
AMPS 12.5 16.7 22.2
built-in contactor. Longer cable
VOLTAGE 208 208 208
lengths are available. Sauna heater,
PHASE 3 3 3
control pad, and temperature sensor
WIRE SIZE
all hook up to Power Unit. 90°C COPPER 14 12 10
CG170-U1 for FIN and Club MANUAL CONTROL F2T F2T F2T
240v, 1ph heaters CONTACTOR MODEL FX303 FX303 FX303
Power Unit: 101⁄2" w x 91⁄4" h x 3" d GRIFFIN
DIGITAL CONTROL CG170-U3 CG170-U3 CG170-U3
CG170-U3 for FIN-208v, 3ph and SHIPPING WEIGHT 40 lbs. 40 lbs. 40 lbs.
Club K10G-U3 208v, 3ph heaters
50# PERIDOTITE STONES SHIPPED IN SEPARATE BOX.
Power Unit: 101⁄2" w x 91⁄4" h x 3" d
CG170-U3-15 for Club K12.5G-U3 Finlandia Exclusive Option
and K15G-U3 208v, 3ph heaters Stainless steel interior and exterior. Available in FLB and FIN models. Recommended
Power Unit: 10 1⁄2" w x 10 3⁄4" h x 3" d for commercial installations (health clubs, hospitals, military installations,
coastal areas with salty air, etc.).

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 Electric Heaters from Finland
Club Model
Floor model. Size 19 7⁄ 8" w x 17"d x 27 1⁄ 2" h.
Deluxe stainless steel interior and exterior. Uses manual
or digital wall control and contactor or power unit.

CLUB MODEL SPECIFICATIONS

HEATER MODEL K10G-U1 K12.5G-U1 K15G-U1
MIN -MAX CU FT
SAUNA ROOM 388-600 494-742 600-989
F1T & F2T CONTROL F2 CONTROL
WATTS 10,000 12,600 14,800
AMPS 41.7 52.7 61.7 FINLANDIA STANDARD
VOLTAGE 240 240 240 CONTROLS
PHASE 1 1 1 F1T and F2T controls include:
WIRE SIZE thermostat, 60 min. timer,
90°C COPPER 6 4 4
light switch, and indicator light.
MANUAL CONTROL F2T F2T F2T
Made in U.S.A.
CONTACTOR MODEL FX404 FX404 FX404
GRIFFIN F2 control has no 60 min. timer.
DIGITAL CONTROL CG170-U1 CG170-U1 CG170-U1 It can be used with FIN or Club
SHIPPING WEIGHT 60 lbs. 60 lbs. 60 lbs. heaters, with contactor, and with
use of a 24 hr. time clock.
HEATER MODEL K10G-U3 K12.5G-U3 K15G-U3 FINLANDIA Sauna F1T 3 3⁄4" w x 9 1⁄4" h x 3 1⁄2" d
MIN -MAX CU FT heaters have multi-layer F2T 3 3⁄4" w x 9 1⁄4" h x 2 1⁄2" d
SAUNA ROOM 388-600 494-742 600-989 F2 3 3⁄4" w x 9 1⁄4" h x 2 1⁄2" d
construc­tion for cooler
WATTS 9,800 12,300 14,400
surface temperature and
AMPS 27.3 34.1 40
greater safety. FINLANDIA
VOLTAGE 208 208 208
Sauna heaters are
PHASE 3 3 3
WIRE SIZE
UL tested and listed.
90°C COPPER 8 8 8
Club Model heaters
MANUAL CONTROL F2T F2T F2T
and all wall controls
CONTACTOR MODEL FX503 FX503 FX503
are ETL certified.
GRIFFIN
DIGITAL CONTROL CG170-U3 CG170-U3-15 CG170-U3-15
SHIPPING WEIGHT 60 lbs. 60 lbs. 60 lbs.
CONTACTOR 24 HOUR TIME CLOCK
132# PERIDOTITE STONES SHIPPED IN SEPARATE Boxes.
FINLANDIA CONTACTORS
SAUNA HEATERS MUST BE See heater specification charts
ENGINEERED FOR DIRECT HEATING for use with proper heater and
FINLANDIA Sauna heaters have directly heated stones that control. Made in U.S.A.
completely cover the electric elements, to filter the harsh FX303, FX402, FX404, FX503
heat and el­im­inate the electromagnetic field for safe and 6” w x 8” h x 4” d
ther­a­peu­tic bath­­ing.
24 HOUR TIME CLOCK
Our heaters are tested and designed for that perfect combi­
Use with F2 or Griffin controls for
nation of stone quantity, proper airflow, and steam out­­put.
all day Sauna use (commercial
Some heat­­ers have too many stones in the heat­er cavity.
use with attendant only).
This re­duces the natural airflow and increases the heat­ing
time and cost of operation. 24HTC 5" w x 7 3⁄4" h x 3" d

HEATER GUARD ASSEMBLY
For safety, each Sauna heater should have a 2- or 3-sided
wood guardrail that is mounted on the wall 2" to 2 1⁄2"
from the heater. FINLANDIA wall mount­ed heaters need
a 15" x 25" guardrail and floor models need a 30" x 30"
guardrail. These dimensions satisfy the minimum
requirements for heater clearance from wall surfaces.
DO NOT put any flammable items on top of SAUNA Warning and caution signs
heater AT ANY TIME. (provided in heater carton) must
be installed above the heater.

When ordering, specify the elevation above sea level at your location.
If a fire sprinkler is required, the head should be set at 275°F (or higher) and should not be located over the Sauna heater.

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 New Generation Heaters

Ever Ready AV
Forget about planning, advance programming, and heating times! Made for the fast paced
American lifestyle, this high tech Sauna heater offers a breakthrough in Sauna heating.
There is no 30 minute heat up time — the Sauna
is ready when you are! Thanks to microceramic MODEL AV SPECIFICATIONS
insulating tech­nol­ogy (similar to that used in the HEATER MODEL AV 4 AV 6
space program), and an extremely large stone MIN - MAX CU FT
capacity, the Ever Ready stores thermal energy, SAUNA ROOM 170-300 200-400
and with its basic power of 250 watts, the heater WATTS 4,400 6,500
is ready instantly. One can go into the Sauna, pop AMPS 18.3 27
open the heater lid, turn on the venturi action vent, VOLTAGE 240 240
and instantly enjoy the softest heat and outstand­ing PHASE 1 1
steam production. Also, a 1 hour booster can be WIRE SIZE
switched on to quickly reach higher temperatures. 90°C COPPER 10 8

The Ever Ready consumes only the same amount of CONTROL MODEL Built-in Built-in

energy as three 75 watt light bulbs. Ideal for home CONTACTOR MODEL None None

use, the heater needs no fence because it has the DIMENSIONS DxWxH 21x20x37 21x20x37

coolest casing of any Sauna heater on the market. SHIPPING WEIGHT 91 lbs. 91 lbs.
Caution! This Sauna heater is habit forming! 200# PERIDOTITE STONES SHIPPED IN 4 SEPARATE BOXES.

Compact JM
This compact 110V-220V Sauna heater is a space saver in a small room. Measuring only
All of the heaters on this page 12" wide x 9" deep x 25" high, it has the only built-in heater fence in the industry. Unlike other
are residential models only. heaters of its size which are light weight, the Compact has heavy-duty deluxe stainless steel
construction for strength and durability. MODEL JM SPECIFICATIONS
Other unique features are a lighted HEATER MODEL JM 17 JM 20 JM 30
control panel at the top MIN - MAX CU FT
of the heater for easy SAUNA ROOM 42-64 44-79 68-138
and safe operation — WATTS 1,700 2,000 3,000
it can be interchanged AMPS 14.2 16.6 12.5
to left or right side of VOLTAGE 120 120 240
heater — and a remov­ PHASE 1 1 1
COMFORT CONTROL UNIT able tray which is WIRE SIZE
attached to the bot­ 90°C COPPER 12 12 12
This ultramodern control unit CONTROL MODEL Built-in Built-in Built-in
has an illuminated panel which tom of the heater to

catch excess water CONTACTOR MODEL None None None

lights up when the heater is DIMENSIONS DxWxH 9x12x25 9x12x25 9x12x25
operating. The AV, JM and KV and prevent leakage
of water to the floor. SHIPPING WEIGHT 47 lbs. 47 lbs. 47 lbs.
heaters use this control.
20# PERIDOTITE STONES INCLUDED IN SHIPPING WEIGHT–SAME BOX.

Topclass KV
This top-of-the-line wall-mounted heater is engineered for the 21st century. The lighted
control panel is designed for simplicity and ease of use and it is reversible — left or right
side — with a 60 minute timer and an 8 hour
MODEL KV SPECIFICATIONS
delay time clock. With beautiful stainless
HEATER MODEL KV 45 KV 60 KV 80
steel construction
MIN - MAX CU FT
and high tech SAUNA ROOM 100-210 170-300 250-425
engineering, WATTS 4,500 6,000 8,000
SAUNAHEART the Topclass is AMPS 18.8 25 33.3
Place in center of the heater the most heavy VOLTAGE 240 240 240
elements and fill with water to duty of any wall PHASE 1 1 1
produce a soft, steady steam. mounted heater WIRE SIZE
A slow increase in the overall in the industry 90°C COPPER 10 10 8
level of humidity creates a and it is manu­ CONTROL MODEL Built-in Built-in Built-in
more enjoyable, longer lasting factur­ed for CONTACTOR MODEL None None None
Sauna experience. longest life. DIMENSIONS DxWxH 10 x18x25 10 x18x25 10 x18x25
9 3⁄4" h x 3 3⁄4" d Stainless steel SHIPPING WEIGHT 46 lbs. 46 lbs. 46 lbs.
exterior. 50# PERIDOTITE STONES and 4# heater grill
SHIPPED IN SEPARATE BOXes.

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 Woodburning Stoves from Finland Ideal for remote areas with no
M3 adequate electricity, these stoves
HARVIA M3 20SL
are manufactured by the largest
Size: 15 3⁄8" w x 17" d x 28" h
Color: Galv. Metal – Black with Stainless woodburning Sauna stove factory
Min-Max Cubic Feet: 159- 459 in Finland. Woodburning stoves
Weight: 100 lbs. provide a very soft, soothing heat
Stone capacity: 100 lbs. and a wonderful atmosphere.
HARVIA 20SL (Exterior wood feed) Each stove includes an adaptor
Size: 17" w x 20 1⁄8" d + 85⁄8" d for converting metric pipe size to
(283⁄4" total d) x 30” h standard 6" pipe size.
Color: Galv. Metal – Black with Stainless
Min-Max Cubic Feet: 282-706
Weight: 153 lbs.
Stone capacity: 100 lbs.

20ST HARVIA 20 & 20ST

Size: 17" w x 20 1⁄8" d x 30" h
20 Color: Galv. Metal – Black with Stainless
20ST Color: Stainless
Min-Max Cubic Feet: 282-706
Weight: 133 lbs. 20DUO
Stone capacity: 100 lbs.

HARVIA 20DUO
20 (Adds Fireplace in Dressing Room)
Size: 17" w x 20 1⁄8" d + 11" d Woodburning Sauna stoves can be used
(311⁄8" total d) x 30” h in REMOTE settings LIKE THIS rustic cabin
Color: Stainless by a lake.
Min-Max Cubic Feet: 282-706
Weight: 166 lbs.
Stone capacity: 100 lbs

HARVIA 20ES (Built-in water tank) 36

Size: 17" w x 25 5⁄8" d x 30" h
Color: Galv. Metal – Black with Stainless
Water Tank: 5.28 gallons
Min-Max Cubic Feet: 282-706
Weight: 155 lbs.
Stone capacity: 100 lbs.
20ES HARVIA 36
Size: 20 1⁄8" w x 20 1⁄8" d x 32" h
Color: Galv. Metal – Black
Min-Max Cubic Feet: 494-1271
Weight: 177 lbs.
Stone capacity: 150 lbs.

HARVIA 26 Shown with 5.8 Gal

pipe mount water tank
Size: 17" w x 20 1⁄8" d x 32" h
Color: Galv. Metal – Black with Stainless WOOD STOVE SURROUND
Min-Max Cubic Feet: 353-918
Weight: 155 lbs. LEGEND Allows for proper safety distances
150 from wood stove to wooden surfaces
Stone capacity: 150 lbs.
without using tile or brick walls.
LEGEND 150 The Surround greatly reduces the
26 Size: 20 7⁄ 8" diam. x 291⁄8" h safety distance required from the
Color: Black Steel
Min-Max Cubic Feet: 177-530
wood stove to the benches.
Weight: 128 lbs. Not for 36 or Legend model use.
Stone capacity: 300 lbs. Aluminum-zinc coated —3 walls
LEGEND 150SL (Exterior wood feed)
and floor.
Size: 20 7⁄ 8" w x 28 3 ⁄4" d x 291⁄8" h Exterior dimensions for walls:
(20 7⁄ 8" d + 7 7⁄ 8" d = 28 3 ⁄4" total depth) 22" w x 34" d x 401⁄2" h
Color: Black Steel
Min-Max Cubic Feet: 177-530 Interior floor dimensions:
Weight: 137 lbs. LEGEND 19 1⁄2" w x 311⁄2" d x 2" h
Stone capacity: 300 lbs. 150 SL (With adjustable leg leveler.)
Maximum firewood length is 15 3⁄ 8" Legend protective panels by
except M3 which is 13 3 ⁄4". special order.

All of our wood fired Sauna stoves are intended for installation in rural areas.
They are not certified to meet city emissions standards.

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 Accessories for the Sauna

We have the essential Sauna accessories,

as well as those which add that “extra
special touch.” From rustic wood to
elegant copper, we offer the largest
selection of authentic accessories from
the land of the Sauna — and the finest
available.

WALL ACCESSORIES:
0301K Square birch thermometer
603A 5-peg pine towel hanger
442 4-peg cedar towel hanger
3644 Copper Sauna sign
215K Birch bark FINLANDIA Sauna sign
139K Round birch thermometer
0307K Raindrop birch thermometer
PBS Plexiglas bathing sign
150V Bucket shape thermometer
030K Rectangle thermometer with
Sauna bucket /birch leaf picture
250K Deluxe birch/glass thermometer
280K Deluxe birch/glass thermometer/
hygro­meter
210K Sauna sand timer
5355 Chrome/glass thermometer,
4" diameter
4355 Chrome/glass hygrometer,
4" diameter
5498 Chrome /glass thermometer/ UPPER BENCH ACCESSORIES:
hygrometer, 5" diameter
VIC-S Birch soap SAUNA BENCH MAT (Green)
5499 Chrome /glass thermometer/
hygrometer, 7" diameter VIC-SG Birch shower gel FINLANDIA LOGO BENCH MAT (Blue)
1440 Round copper thermometer VIC-BL Birch body lotion V10 Sauna vents — painted metal
VIC-SR Birch soap on a rope
DECORATIVE STONE WALL VIC-T Pine glycerin soap LOWER BENCH ACCESSORIES:
Decorative stone wall 490-128 Two brushes with 2-peg hanger SD12 Interlocking Super Dek flooring
attaches directly to 3434 Door handles (Western Red Cedar, 12" sq. (red or tan)
Sauna wall paneling. Redwood, Alaska Yellow Cedar) HARVIA AROMAS
Made of imitation stone V5 Cedar Sauna vents FC FINLANDIA baseball cap
(ceramic), brushed
108N Wooden pail (2 gal.) 108S Wooden pail with steel liner
steel, and aluminum,
106/50 Wooden dipper (19" ) (2 gal.)
the wall adds a stylish
look to any Sauna room. 101N Wooden bucket (1.84 gal.) FLT FINLANDIA Sauna towel
Use as a backdrop for 100L Plastic bucket liner (30" x 60" )
floor model heater or 3465 Light copper bucket FV DVD Video
mount wall model 3455 Light copper dipper FM FINLANDIA coffee mug
heater directly to metal 100B Burned wooden bucket (1 gal.)
3453 Hammered copper dipper (15" )
portion of the wall.
102N Bottomless bucket (1gal.) and liner 079 Tapered headrest (Cedar)
Mounting hardware
and drill bit included. 106/40 Wooden dipper (16" ) P5511 Vapor proof wall light
AR-5 Set of 5 aromas with 120 Door handle with towel hook
DS1870
21" w x 73 5⁄8" h x 9⁄16" d wooden holder 080 Door handle (10" )

DS2040
21" w x 80 3⁄8" h x 9⁄16" d See our Accessories and Gifts catalog or go to our website for
additional Sauna accessories and Sauna related items.

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Exclusive Etched Glass Designs Premium Doors
Are Standard
STANDARD DOORS
FINLANDIA Sauna wood doors are
manufactured from the highest quality
vertical grain Douglas fir available from
the Pacific Northwest. Engineered door
stiles and solid rails ensure long-term
stability. All our wood doors are fitted
with hermetically sealed, tempered, 1⁄ 2"
insulated glass, which provides superior
insulation and heat retention.
Our standard FINLANDIA Sauna door
is 24" x 80" and is fitted with clear
insulated glass measuring 16" x 60".
Standard rough opening (RO) is 26" x 82".
Standard jamb is made of Hemlock with
jamb width of 43⁄4". Larger jambs can be
made to order. All doors are available
with left or right hinge. See below for
SAUNA DESIGN — SAUNA DESIGN — RUSTIC SAUNA — RUSTIC SAUNA — OBSCURE GLASS— important ordering information.
ETCHED GLASS  ETCHED GLASS ETCHED GLASS ETCHED GLASS TOTALLY FROSTED
POSITIVE IMAGE. NEGATIVE IMAGE. POSITIVE IMAGE. NEGATIVE IMAGE. FOR PRIVACY.
EXCLUSIVE GLASS OPTION
Our exclusive glass options have been
Our custom glass door designs are hand etched by an artist. custom designed and etched by an
Each is a unique piece of artwork, no two designs are exactly the same. artist. When ordering this option,
you have a choice of two unique Sauna
designs in positive or negative image,
a choice of our beautiful scenic designs
— the Mt. Hood image, the Multnomah
Falls image, the lighthouse image —
or the sailboat image. Etchings are avail­
able for the 24" door size, but custom
sizes may be special ordered. The etched
glass artwork is sealed inside the insulat­
ed glass unit to protect it from scratches.

WHEN ORDERING SPECIFY:
FGD Door only, no jamb, handles
or hardware.
FGD-R Prehung with right hinge.
FGD-L Prehung with left hinge.
Hinge placement is determined by
standing outside the Sauna room,
facing the door. Order FGD-R if door
FINNISH TINTED ALL will open out to the right. Order FGD-L
SCENIC DESIGN — SCENIC DESIGN — SCENIC DESIGN — SCENIC DESIGN — GLASS DOOR. RIGHT if door will open out to the left. Prehung
ETCHED GLASS  ETCHED GLASS  ETCHED GLASS ETCHED GLASS HINGE. 3 1⁄2" JAMB doors come complete with jamb,
MULTNOMAH  MT. HOOD IMAGE LIGHTHOUSE SAILBOAT IMAGE NEEDS RO OF
FALLS IMAGE IMAGE 27 1⁄2" X 82 1⁄2" threshold, chrome hinges, roller catch,
and 2 wooden door pulls. Stan­dard
Sauna Interior Sauna Interior jamb is 43 ⁄4" and there is an extra charge
for jambs over 51⁄4". Standard Sauna
doors are 24" x 80" with RO of 26" x 82".
LEFT HINGE RIGHT HINGE
WHILE STANDING OUTSIDE OF WHILE STANDING OUTSIDE OF THE ADA door is 36" x 82" with RO of
THE SAUNA FACING THE DOOR, DOOR SAUNA FACING THE DOOR, THE 381⁄2" x 82". Also available are 28", 30",
THE HINGES ARE ON YOUR LEFT. HINGE PLACEMENT HINGES ARE ON YOUR RIGHT.
32", and 34" wide doors, 80" high.

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 Sauna Pre-planning Insights

The Sauna should be planned for CORRECT USE OF SPACE

ultimate enjoyment and relaxation. At left is an example of the impor­tance
If possible, the space should be large of pre-planning when designing a Sauna.
enough for adequate seating and reclin­ Plan A and B have exact shape and size.
ing. As a guide, allow 2' of bench space Plan A uses the entire space as a Sauna,
per person, for seating. It is necessary to resulting in benches with little seating
have a 6' long bench to accommodate space and no reclining area. There is too
a reclining bather. Bench widths should much walking area—with a waste of space,
be 20" for upper and lower benches. building material and efficiency. Plan B
Do not plan a Sauna with angles (which creates 2 useable rooms from the same
will cut bench space and add wasted space, allows a Sauna with a more com­
cubic footage). Two levels of benches fortable bench area, and leaves nec­essary
are very important in a good Sauna — Plan A Plan B walking space. The linen closet is a bonus.
the upper bench is necessary to make
use of the heat (which rises to the CEILING HEIGHT SHOULD BE 7’ TO ALLOW 
ceiling level). The lower bench can be ENOUGH HEAT AT BENCH AND HEAD LEVELS
used as a step up to the upper bench,
It’s important to reduce Sauna room height from a standard ceiling height of
a footrest for upper bench bathers,
8' to the Sauna norm of 7' from the finished floor.
or as a sitting bench. For complete
relaxation, a small dressing room with A Sauna ceiling can be as low as 6' 2". An 8' ceiling wastes heat, energy and building
cooling bench and shower should be material; and it increases the heating time. The diagram below shows the variance of
located next to the Sauna. This room temperature at various levels in the Sauna room.
might also be used as a combination
cooling/exercise area. SAUNA TEMPERATURE COMPARISONS
SAUNA DOOR The importance of lowering the Sauna ceiling from 8' to 7' is shown in the temperature
comparison chart. Notice that
The Sauna door must open out and it
the Sauna room temperature is
should have no lock. It should be 24"
20 degrees cooler at the upper
wide to prevent unnecessary loss of
bench level and at the bather’s
heat. We recommend that the door
head level in the Sauna with the
should not open directly into a spa area
improper ceiling height of 8'.
or shower, as hu­midity may rust the
As the heat rises from floor to
hinges and warp the door. Do not put
ceiling, there is too much wasted
a handicapped door (36" ) on a Sauna
unless the room is large enough to heat at the upper ceiling level
accommodate the move­ment of a and not enough heat at the bench
wheelchair, with proper ramp and grab levels where the bathers sit or lie.
bar. The metal wheelchair will get hot
and cannot remain in the Sauna room. VENTILATION
An attendant is necessary when a Sauna It’s important to have one lower (fresh air)
is intended for handicapped usage. vent and one upper (exhaust) vent in a
Sauna to provide for good air circulation.
THE IMPORTANCE OF A SHOWER
Vents are not a safety concern; they are
As a Sauna is a deep cleansing bath only for the bather’s comfort. The lower
which opens pores and flushes out vent provides fresh air for a comfortable
the body’s impurities, it is necessary atmosphere, and the upper vent dispels
to use soap and water in a shower to used air. The lower vent should be placed
rinse off this waste. For convenience, about 4" from the floor, close to the Sauna
a shower should be located near the heater if possible, to allow fresh air to flow
Sauna. However, do not put a shower through the heater and enable it to func­
head in the actual Sauna room as the tion better. The upper vent can be any­
humidity from the shower can harm the
where; as low as 24" from the floor or as
electric components in the Sauna heater.
high as 6" from the ceiling. When both
If a Sauna is located close to a pool or
vents are open, air changes 4 to 6 times per
spa, a dressing room should be designed
hour. For faster heating, the upper vent
between the two areas to keep harmful
should be closed when the Sauna is heating.
vapors and humidity from damaging
electrical and metal parts in the Sauna The diagram shows typical vent placement only. Vent location may vary from room to
heater. Never pour pool or spa water room. We strongly suggest one upper and one lower vent for bather comfort and proper
on the heater. air circulation. Vents are recommended but not required for any health or safety reasons.

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Finnish Sauna vs. Infrared There is plenty of confusion today
among consumers who are shopping
WHAT IS A SAUNA? for Saunas. In the US, many products
Sauna is a type of bath in which have been called Saunas — steam baths,
steam is provided by pouring water body suits, heat lamps, heated domes,
over hot stones. A Sauna can also be etc. have all been called Saunas. Most
used dry, if one chooses not to use of the confusion has been created by
water. The Sauna room is built from infrared products which originate in
softwood, it is insulated and an elec­ Asia. The com­panies who market them
tric Sauna heater filled with stones capitalize on the well-advertised name
provides heat. Humidity is regulated and popularity of Sauna and sell the
by the amount of water, which is products here in America as Saunas.
poured by dipperfuls over the hot The infrared products make many
stones. The temperature ranges from claims, including medical claims and
165° F to 194° F, when measured with cure-alls, which sound great for the
a Sauna thermometer placed on the customer, but which are very mis­
wall 6" down from the ceiling directly leading, can not be substantiated,
over the Sauna heater after at least and might even be harmful for the
30 min. of heat-up time. The Sauna user. The infrared manufacturers have
temperature varies from about 85° F plagiarized the real Sauna research
at floor level to 194° F at ceiling level, and benefits to their own advantage;
as heat naturally rises. The humidity and they promote their products as
level can range from 12% in a com­ superior to Saunas, with much negative
IN A TRUE SAUNA THE BATHER EXPERIENCES AN EVEN,
CONSTANT TEMPERATURE for the entire body, WITH A
pletely dry Sauna room to 30-40% and false information.
CHOICE BETWEEN UPPER BENCH (WARMER) AND LOWER when water is used.
BENCH (COOLER).
We manufacture authentic Finnish
Saunas exclusively, based on traditions
INFRARED IS NOT A SAUNA developed over 2,000 years ago.
The claims made by infrared companies sound too good to be true. The heater is the “heart” of the Sauna.
Remember, if something sounds too good to be true, it usually is. It is the key component that creates
WHAT IS INFRARED? a soothing, comfortable bathing
experience; heating the Sauna to an
Infrared heat is described by one of the manufacturers as “a form of energy that heats
even, constant temperature range
objects without heating the air and which penetrates 11⁄2" into the body,” similar to
throughout. Water poured over the
microwaves. The same literature states
heater’s stones creates steam — known
that room temperature measures 110°
as “löyly”— which creates a comfort­
to 130° F after about 20-30 minutes
able atmosphere and helps open the
heat-up time. Infrared companies have
bather’s pores for deep cleansing.
termed Sauna as “wet” Sauna and
This tradition of Sauna has existed
infrared rooms as “dry” Sauna. That is
for centuries and cannot be dupli-
false! The Sauna has always been
cated or replaced with an infrared
flexible — the bather can use it dry or
product.
with the desired humidity by pouring
water over hot stones. Infrared rooms
are considered dry as there is no
means of using water, so the humidity
level is not adjustable. Infrared cabins
are made out of 1⁄4" wood paneling,
with no insulation, and the heating
method is a series of ceramic, Calrod
or carbon panels /elements built into
the walls in various places. Infrared
should be called what it really is —
an infrared cabin, not a Sauna. In fact,
in Germany, a ruling states that
IN AN INFRARED ROOM, parts of the body DIRECTLY infrared cabins cannot use the name
NEXT TO THE HEATING ELEMENTS get most of the “Sauna.” Just calling an infrared cabin
heat. Heating elements create an electromagnetic a Sauna does not make it so!
field of radiation which may be harmful. This can
easily be tested with an inexpensive electromag-
netic field radiation tester.

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 Setting the Standard for Sauna Specs

All Saunas Are Not

Manufactured Equally! Finlandia Builds Better Benches
An architect, designer, or contractor There’s no comparison! Our benches have the greatest strength and durability and
is entrusted by his client to make the are made from the finest materials.
best selection of product. As many
specifiers may not be Sauna users FINLANDIA’s standard benches are preconstructed for strength and durability out of 2" x 2"
or experts, they need to make an tops with 3⁄8" spacing and 2" x 4" facing. Others use 1" x 3" or 1" x 4" bench tops and some do
informed comparison among Sauna not even pre-build their benches, but provide a pile of boards with a “How to build” plan.
manufacturers.
FINLANDIA Sauna Products, created
in 1964, is the oldest Sauna manu­
facturer under original ownership
and the only major supplier to
manufacture Saunas exclu­sively.
FINLANDIA’S 2" x 2" BENCH TOPS COMPETITOR’S 1” x 4” BENCH TOPS
As Saunas are not a sideline with
Fastening Ability: 13⁄8" penetration for greatest strength and durability Minimal; only 5⁄8" penetration
our company, we fully focus on
production and improvement of Tendency to Cup: None Moderate; elevates with flat grain

Sauna products for our customers. Water Retention: Virtually none; narrower tops will not retain High; due to width of boards and
(Perspiration) perspiration tendency to cup
Throughout the years, FINLANDIA
Vertical Grain: Always Occasionally
has manu­factured only one quality
Excellent; narrower boards allow greater air
— the very best — and we have Air Circulation: Less, due to width of boards
circulation and less water retention
been the pacesetter because of our Greater durability, better holding strength, All advantages are to the manufacturer.
superior products, choicest raw Advantages: neater look. No slivers. Fastened from the bot­tom, Cheaper to make, lower cost of materials,
leaving no exposed metal to burn bather. takes less time to manufacture!
materials, and care­­ful crafts­man­
ship. Since 1964, we have set the Questionable durability, will not support
None for purchaser. Better materials, higher costs heavy weight, tends to sag with use,
Disadvantages:
standard for Sauna specification. for manufacturer. high tendency for flat grain boards to
cup and splinter. Less air circulation.
FINLANDIA’s standard of 1"x 4" Maximum Load 902# sq. in. (S4S Western Red Cedar tested by 605# sq. in. (S4S Western Red Cedar
Strength: Louisiana Pacific Lab.) tested by Louisiana Pacific Lab.)
pan­­­­el­­ing for the Sauna interior
does not require additional backing, Wood key: TIGHT GRAIN—will not Can feather Can lift,
provides greater heat retention lift, sliver or warp. and warp. sliver and warp.
and R value, and will not shrink 100% VERTICAL GRAIN WIDE GRAIN FLAT GRAIN
like the 1⁄2"x 4" or 1⁄2"x 6" material
supplied by other manufacturers.
Other manufacturers do not specify
Finlandia’s Flooring is Superior
the thick­ness of their wall and ceil- FINLANDIA uses sanitary Super Dek floor­­ing as standard. We also offer Eurodek flexible slatted
ing panel­ing because they use 1⁄2" flooring. Unlike wood slats, they are easy to remove and clean. Wood slats are awk­ward
material instead of 1"x 4" material. and heavy so they are seldom removed and the floor underneath becomes an odor and
1
⁄2" material is substan­dard for the bacteria collector. Super Dek and Eurodek are espe­cially superior for commercial use.
hot Sauna en­viron­ment.

For consumer protection,

thickness of material should
be specified, to prevent
manufacturer from sup­ply­ing
thinner and cheaper boards.

Note to architect, designer,

or spec writer: you should not
overlook the basic Sauna properties
FINLANDIA’S SUPER DEK FLOORING. FINLANDIA’S EURODEK FLOORING. COMPETITOR’S WOOD SLAT FLOORING.
of con­struc­tion and function, 12" x 12" x 1⁄2" thick SQUARES. AVAILABLE IN 2' AND 3' WIDTH ROLLS. (HAS THIS FLOOR EVER BEEN CLEANED?)
in lieu of decorative options such as Sanitary Flexible — 5⁄16" thickness Unsanitary
lighting, windows, sound systems, Does not stain or discolor Sanitary & Odorless Stains & discolors
etc. offered by man­­ufacturers who Resists odor & bacteria Comfortable to walk on Absorbs perspiration and odors
are not strong in quality and Comfortable for walking Easy installation Rigid — rocks on uneven floor
Safety grid for secure footing Lightweight, easy to pick up Heavy and clumsy to remove
performance. FINLANDIA builds Durable & flexible for cleaning for cleaning
Saunas —to last. Lightweight Withstands temperatures from Breakable
Water runs through -58° F to 302° F Fasteners corrode
Easy to install — snaps together Choice of several designer colors Hard to clean
Easy to remove for cleaning
Brick Red or Tan

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Finlandia’s Paneling Exceeds Sauna Size Is Important
the Industry’s Standards The modern trend for commercial Saunas seems to
FINLANDIA’s 1" x 4" (Actual 11⁄16" ) T&G paneling makes a dif­fer­­ence! be larger and larger rooms. Larger is not necessarily
Unlike our competitors, we advertise our wood thickness and we deliver better, as a very large room requires the use of two
what we advertise. We exceed the industry’s standard of 1⁄2" x 4" — commercial Sauna heaters, and the installation and
we have used 1" x 4" since 1964. operation can become costly. Large groups of people
do not normally gather in the Sauna at one time,
FINLANDIA’S 1" x 4" BOARD and as a 10' x 12' room can seat about 15 people,
has a small v joint pattern. The 3⁄32" it is large enough for even a sports team. A 12' x 12'
v joint gives a neat appearance and allows the larger shoulder to hide room is an example of oversize! Sauna heater
nails or fasteners. The 1⁄4" tongue allows fastening without splitting. placement in a large room is very important—
Our 1" x 4" board has the highest R value, greatest heat retention, to prevent cold spots and to allow even heating.
and does not require plywood backing for added strength. Our material
is 50% to 100% vertical grain. Maximum load strength 572# sq. in.
HINTS FOR NAILING T&G: Use 5d galvanized small
(T & G Western Red Cedar tested by Louisiana Pacific Lab).
head siding nails and nail at a 45 degree angle for the
COMPETITOR’S 5⁄8" x 4" BOARD best holding power. Use a nail punch to hide the nail.
has a profile pattern which is Or, use 11⁄2" galvanized staples in an air gun.
common in knotty spruce Euro­pean Saunas. Boards must be undercut
with grooves to help prevent cupping and warping. This pattern leaves
a valley between boards which cannot hide nails—there is also lower
R value. Boards are almost 100% flat grain.
COMPETITOR’S 1⁄2" x 4" BOARD
has a reverse v pattern (v on both
sides) which creates a small 1⁄ 8" tongue. The small shoulder will not easily
hide nails or fasteners and the tongue and shoulder can split when
nailing. The thinner board has a lower R value and natural shrinkage at
the groove will allow some heat loss. 1⁄2" x 4" boards can be flat or wide
grain with some vertical grain and should be backed with plywood for
addition­al strength and R value. Maximum load strength 341# sq. in.
(T & G Western Red Cedar tested by Louisiana Pacific Lab).

All wood shrinks in the hot Sauna environment, so the thickness of the
wood used is very im­por­tant! The thicker the wood, the less shrinkage.
This photo shows 1⁄2"
cedar with 1⁄8" tongue
after a few month’s
exposure in the Sauna.
The wood has shrunk
exposing unsightly nails
and allowing cracks for
heat to escape. This is Example of shrinkage in a ⁄ ” thin board.
1
2

why FINLANDIA Sauna still uses our old standard of 1" x 4" material
instead of the industry standard of 1⁄2" x 4".

FPF66 Western Red Cedar Sauna with optional curved

wooden light shade.

Finlandia standard vs. industry standard Western Red Cedar board strength

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 Specifications for Architects & Contractors

FINLANDIA Sauna is the only U.S. To be sure that your customer gets the best wood, ask for lumber samples from Sauna suppliers
company which offers a choice to compare wood qualities and thickness. Finlandia is happy to supply samples upon request.
of the world’s best Sauna woods:
GENERAL Contractor and fastened with exposed nails counter­
clear Western Red Cedar, clear
Specifications: sunk. Bench tops shall be fastened from
California Redwood, clear Alaska
Framing: Walls and ceiling shall be of dry bottom to eliminate exposed metal.
Yellow Cedar, and clear Western
Hemlock (all are 1" x 4" ). FINLANDIA’s Douglas Fir, construction grade no.1 or 2, Door: FGD 2' 0" x 6' 8" of vertical grain
nominal 1" x 4" is a true 11⁄ 16" thick. 16" center. Use pressure treated plates Douglas Fir rails and clear hermetically
Competitor’s so called 1" x 4" is only (against concrete). sealed, double glass, tempered (16" x 60" )
1
⁄ 2" thick. Ceiling: 7' 0" from finished floor to bot­tom with casing, jamb, and thresh­old of fir or
of ceiling joists (16" center). Hemlock. ADA 3' 0" x 6' 8" (28" x 60" glass).
The best known and most widely
used of the West Coast cedars is Door: Roughed in at 26" x 82" and must Door Hardware: (3) 4" x 4" chrome butt
Western Red Cedar. It has the most open out. ADA 38 1⁄2" x 82" RO. hinges, roller catch or Ives ball catch.
beautiful color variation, has a Insulation: Walls and ceiling shall be of (2) wooden door pulls.
re­freshing aroma, and is dry-rot R13 fiberglass batts. Vents: (2) louvered V10 for upper wall
re­sistant. Because it’s the softest Drywall: 5⁄8" firewall (use drywall only if placement and lower wall place­ment.
wood, it is least hot to sit on or re­quir­ed by local building codes). RO = 4" x 10". See diagram page 20.
lean against. We use Grade A — Added Vapor Barrier: Type C construc­ Removable Flooring: Super Dek interlock­
Export Grade. tion foil over insulation or drywall—walls ing 12" squares— sanitary, non-skid surface
California Redwood (our darkest and ceiling. in terra cotta or tan color— over walking
wood) is A Grade and better, mostly area of base floor. Eurodek —2' or 3' wide
Flooring: Hard surfaced, water­proof— by any length in various colors.
vertical grain (tight grain to prevent con­crete, ceramic tile, heavy-duty seamless
raising and slivering in the high heat), vinyl. Light: Wall-mounted, vapor-proof Progress
is the most fire resistant, most dry- P5511, satin finish cast alumin­um, rated for
rot resistant, most termite resistant, Floor Drain: Recommended for new con­ 100 watts.
and does not warp. Boards are struction and is essential for commercial
and public Saunas. Sauna Heater: FINLANDIA model… as per
mostly red with some white color. cubic room footage and voltage require­
Alaska Yellow Cedar (our lightest Exterior Walls: Drywall, paneling, tile, etc. ments (see chart pages 14-16).
wood) is an exclu­sive aromatic and exterior painting, door finishing, etc.
shall be included. Heater Fence: 2" x 2" & 2" x 4" and shall be
white cedar. It feels almost silky to placed 2 1⁄2" away from Sauna heater.
the touch, and has a beautiful Electrical Contractor Temperature: Control/Contactor Panel
appearance. Specifications: shall be model… from page 14-15.
Clear Western Hemlock is an ex­cel­ (Must be licensed and bonded)
Accessories: Shall be… from page 18.
lent wood for people who are Rough-in: Sauna controls and heater,
chemically sensitive — it has no room light shall be as per FINLANDIA wiring Stones: Peridotite, heat tested, igneous
aroma and no resins. Some boards diagram (provided with control box or in type from Finland.
have natural dark lines which is a heater box). Precut and Prefab Saunas: Per specifica­
normal characteristic of Hemlock. Hookup: Controls, heater, and light shall tions pages 7 & 10.
FINLANDIA Sauna does not use be as per FINLANDIA wiring diagram (see Warranty: 1 year on room materials/work­
inexpensive woods such as thin pages 14 -16 for wire size, amperage, etc.) manship and Sauna heater parts, 5 years
knotty spruce which has a tendency COPPER WIRE ONLY; NO GFI. factory labor when installed according to
to cup, shrink, warp and crack; FINLANDIA specifications and wiring infor­
FINLANDIA Sauna Contractor mation. Metal warn­ing signs are furnished
(and some knots come loose when Specifications:
the pitch and resin around them and must be posted according to code.
dries in the high heat of the Sauna). Walls and Ceiling: 1" x 4" select, certified, Maintenance: FINLANDIA Sauna heaters
Many European Saunas, however, kiln-dried (moisture content not exceeding and rooms re­quire minimum care and
are built from knotty spruce as it 11%) T&G, v joint, clear 1" x 4" Western maintenance. Basic household methods,
has been the available wood for Red Cedar, clear 1" x 4" Redwood, clear including clean­ing of Sauna room floor with
centuries. Knotty spruce cannot be 1" x 4" Alaska Yellow Cedar, or clear 1" x 4" a floor cleaning product, and occasional
used for benches as it gets too hot, Western Hemlock. All boards shall be blind scrubbing of benches with a mild soap,
and the knots and pitch can burn nailed with 5d galvanized, hot dipped is necessary for sanitary and odor-free
the bather; so African Abachi is nails, or power stapled with 1⁄4" crown, atmosphere. When wood becomes dark or
im­ported for benches. Abachi is a 11⁄2" galvanized staples. stained from perspiration, a light sanding
clear wood and it’s comfortable for The following specs shall include and match will help to restore its beautiful appear­
sitting; but it has a peculiar, un­pleas­ one of the four woods chosen above: ance. Do not use paint or varnish on Sauna
ant odor. FINLAN­DIA uses only clear Benches: Clear S4S kiln-dried 2" x 2" tops wood, as toxic vapors can be dangerous in
Western softwoods with the proper with 3⁄ 8" spacing and 2" x 4" facing; glued the high temperatures of a Sauna.
matching softwood for benches
NOTE: When figuring room capacities for number of bathers, allow 2' of bench space per person.
and other wood parts.

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