{"product_id":"aleko-thermowood-wet-dry-outdoor-sauna-5-person","title":"ALEKO Thermowood Wet Dry Outdoor Sauna 5 Person – Outdoor Sauna Kit with 6 kW Harvia Heater","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Owner's Insights on the ALEKO Thermowood 5 Person Sauna\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the outdoor sauna kit I suggest when a host wants a traditional wet\/dry sauna that seats a whole group. It's a thermowood cabin for up to 5 adults, with a 6 kW Harvia KIP heater, a tempered glass door and an asphalt shingle roof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat I like most is how simple it is to run. Your heater has two dials, one for temperature and one for on\/off with a timer. There's no app or wall panel to explain in your house manual. Your guests can keep it dry and hot, or ladle water over the stones for a burst of steam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy honest note: the kit price isn't the whole budget. You'll need a licensed electrician to run a dedicated 240V, 30-amp circuit, and a level base to set it on. If you sleep more than 5, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aleko-canadian-hemlock-outdoor-sauna-8-person\"\u003e8 person Canadian Hemlock sauna\u003c\/a\u003e is the better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love the ALEKO Thermowood 5 Person Sauna\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 kW Harvia KIP heater, UL certified.\u003c\/strong\u003e A Finnish-made heater with simple dials. UL certification matters on anything guests use when you're not there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic 60-minute shut-off.\u003c\/strong\u003e If a guest forgets to switch it off, the heater turns itself off within the hour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermowood walls.\u003c\/strong\u003e The heat-treated wood resists rot and warping and holds heat well, so your cabin stays solid through wet seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet or dry sessions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Your guests pour water over 35 lb of included stones for steam, or keep it dry at up to 194°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeather-resistant roof, tempered glass door.\u003c\/strong\u003e Asphalt roofing protects your cabin outdoors, and the door is tempered glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady for the first session.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bucket, ladle, sand timer, thermo-hygrometer, LED light and built-in vents all come in the kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure your property has the power or the space? Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:18009140074\"\u003e1-800-914-0074\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@optimaloutdooroasis.com\"\u003esales@optimaloutdooroasis.com\u003c\/a\u003e. Tell us where you want it, and we'll help you check the electrical and the base before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You Should Consider an ALEKO Sauna\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALEKO is a Kent, Washington company that sells saunas, cold plunges, hot tubs and other outdoor living products across the US. On this model, ALEKO pairs its own cabin with a heater from Harvia, a Finnish heater maker. You get a 1-year limited warranty, free shipping to the contiguous US, and an ALEKO parts and support team behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eALEKO Thermowood Outdoor Sauna Kit Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eALEKO SKD5HEM (SKD5HEM-AP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSauna type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTraditional wet\/dry sauna\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor \/ outdoor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutdoor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeating capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 adults\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermowood (wood species TBC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExterior dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.91 ft L x 5.25 ft W x 5.25 ft H (180 x 160 x 160 cm), per ALEKO. Confirm with us before building your base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTBC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTBC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTempered glass, approx. 0.23 in (6 mm) thick\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeather-resistant asphalt roofing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBenches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTBC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 kW Harvia KIP electric sauna heater, made in Finland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeater controls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDial controls for temperature and on\/off timer. Shuts off automatically after 60 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e158 to 194°F (70 to 90°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220-240V, single phase. 30-amp double-pole breaker, 10\/2 copper wire (8\/2 over 30 ft). No GFCI. Licensed electrician required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL-certified heater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighting and ventilation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior LED light, built-in vents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 kW Harvia KIP heater, traditional wooden bucket with plastic liner, wooden water scoop, sand timer, thermo-hygrometer, 35 lb (16 kg) of sauna stones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTBC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIY assembly required. Electrician required for heater hookup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeater: Finland. Cabin: TBC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-year limited warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFree to the contiguous US by LTL freight, typically 7 to 20 business days. Rural surcharges may apply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Electrical Hookup Does This Outdoor Electric Sauna Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an outdoor electric sauna, so plan the power first. ALEKO's manual for the Harvia KIP heater calls for a 240V single-phase circuit on a 30-amp double-pole breaker, wired with 10\/2 copper wire. If the sauna sits more than 30 feet from your panel, the manual recommends 8\/2 wire for the 6 kW heater. It also says not to use a GFCI on this heater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's a job for a licensed electrician, so get the quote before you order. Wondering about running costs? At full output, a 6 kW heater uses up to 6 kWh in an hour. Multiply 6 by your electric rate per kWh, and you have the most an hour of heating can cost you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Thermowood Good for an Outdoor Sauna?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThermowood is wood that has been heat-treated. ALEKO uses it on this cabin because it resists rot and warping in changing weather, and it has high thermal insulation, which helps the room hold its heat. For you, that means less worry about walls that swell or twist after a few wet seasons outside. ALEKO doesn't name the wood species, so ask us if that matters to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a 6 kW Heater Enough for a 5 Person Sauna?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a 5 person sauna, 6 kW is the usual starting size, and it's the heater ALEKO pairs with this cabin. You can set your heater anywhere from 158 to 194°F with one dial. For context, 194°F is only 18 degrees short of the boiling point of water, so this heater gets properly hot. Build some warm-up time into your guest instructions, so the room is ready when they are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Do You Assemble a DIY Outdoor Sauna Kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALEKO designed this DIY outdoor sauna kit for home assembly, and its video below walks through the build. Before your delivery day, prepare your outdoor sauna foundation: a level, solid base where the cabin will sit. ALEKO lists the footprint as 5.91 by 5.25 feet. Some retail listings show different measurements, so ask us to confirm the final size before you pour concrete or build a pad. Line up a helper and basic tools. Your electrician connects the heater once the cabin is built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWet or Dry: How Does a Traditional Outdoor Steam Sauna Work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a traditional wet\/dry sauna, so your guests choose the style. For a dry session, they sit back in the heat. For a wet session, they scoop water from the wooden bucket and pour it over the hot stones for a wave of steam. Your thermo-hygrometer shows temperature and humidity, and the sand timer helps your guests keep sessions short. Anyone who is pregnant, or has heart or blood pressure concerns, should check with a doctor before using a sauna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs This a Good Sauna for a Short-Term Rental?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor your rental, safety and simplicity matter most. The heater carries UL certification and shuts itself off after 60 minutes of running, so a heater left on after checkout won't run all day. Two dials run everything, which keeps your guest instructions to a few lines. Want to offer a hot-and-cold routine? Pair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lumina-cedar-ice-bath-outdoor-cold-plunge-tub-118-gallon\"\u003eLumina cedar cold plunge\u003c\/a\u003e. Post session times and house rules by the door, and your guests will use it with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWatch the ALEKO Sauna Assembly Tutorial\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALEKO's tutorial covers this model (SKD5HEM) and three sister saunas built the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/VBaROET3bXQ\" title=\"ALEKO sauna assembly tutorial for the SKD5HEM thermowood outdoor sauna\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" allow=\"accelerometer; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Notes Before You Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrician required.\u003c\/strong\u003e The heater needs a dedicated 240V circuit on a 30-amp double-pole breaker with 10\/2 copper wire (8\/2 over 30 ft). No GFCI. Wiring and labor are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e You'll need a level, solid base. Confirm final dimensions with us before you build it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs still being confirmed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wall thickness, weight, interior dimensions and bench layout are being confirmed with ALEKO. Ask us if you need them before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor sauna.\u003c\/strong\u003e This model is sold for outdoor use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly required.\u003c\/strong\u003e DIY assembly. Plan on a helper and basic tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreight delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships free to the contiguous US by LTL freight, typically 7 to 20 business days. Rural surcharges may apply, and PO Boxes aren't accepted. Inspect the delivery before you sign.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty.\u003c\/strong\u003e ALEKO lists a 1-year limited warranty. Ask us for the written terms before you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHealth.\u003c\/strong\u003e Guests who are pregnant, or have heart or blood pressure concerns, should check with a doctor before using a sauna.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included.\u003c\/strong\u003e Electrical wiring and breaker, foundation or pad, installation labor, and any furniture or decor shown in photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSupporting Documents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/2686\/1588\/files\/aleko-harvia-kip-sauna-heater-manual.pdf?v=1790603829\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHarvia KIP Sauna Heater Manual (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/2686\/1588\/files\/aleko-sauna-care-guide.pdf?v=1790528098\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eALEKO Sauna Care Guide (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=VBaROET3bXQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eALEKO sauna assembly tutorial video\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly manual: email \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@optimaloutdooroasis.com\"\u003esales@optimaloutdooroasis.com\u003c\/a\u003e to request a copy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eComparing sizes and woods? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aleko-aris-thermowood-outdoor-sauna-4-person\"\u003eALEKO Aris 4 Person Thermowood Sauna\u003c\/a\u003e, all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/outdoor-sauna\"\u003eoutdoor saunas\u003c\/a\u003e, or the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aleko\"\u003eALEKO collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Questions about power, placement or delivery? Call \u003ca href=\"tel:18009140074\"\u003e1-800-914-0074\u003c\/a\u003e, email \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@optimaloutdooroasis.com\"\u003esales@optimaloutdooroasis.com\u003c\/a\u003e, or read our \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrefer to pay by bank transfer? Save 3% on this item.\u003c\/strong\u003e Call 1-800-914-0074 or email sales@optimaloutdooroasis.com and we'll send you an invoice with 3% off. 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