Sauna Benefits: Frequently Asked Questions

Regular sauna use offers a wide range of physical and mental health benefits. These include improved circulation, faster muscle recovery, stress relief, better sleep, and support for detoxification through sweating. Saunas have also been linked to enhanced cardiovascular health, immune function, and increased resilience to cold and heat.

Beyond the science, they provide a powerful ritual for relaxation, reflection, and connection - a reset for both body and mind.

Your health is our top priority, just as much as performance and longevity. We design our saunas to be as clean and natural as possible, avoiding harmful chemicals and toxic finishes.

When specific adhesives or treatments are required, we use only the highest quality, low-VOC, high-temperature-rated products to prevent off-gassing or chemical seepage during use. The result is a sauna that feels as good as it performs - safe, functional, and built with your wellbeing in mind.

This can certainly be arranged, please feel free to contact us directly and we can organise a demonstration of one of our showroom models.

 We offer both supply only and full installation services, including certification where required depending on your location.
Get in touch with us, and we’ll tailor a solution that works best for your project. 

Yes, we regularly collaborate with architects, designers, and builders to integrate our saunas into larger residential, commercial, or wellness projects.

We can provide full design documentation, detailed shop drawings, and material specifications to align with your broader plans. Whether it's a custom wellness suite, gym fit-out, or a high-end new build, we ensure seamless coordination and premium results.

Saunas are relatively low maintenance, but regular care ensures they stay clean, safe, and performing at their best. This includes wiping down benches after use, airing the sauna out regularly, and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.

At handover, we provide a comprehensive maintenance pamphlet with clear instructions specific to your build, covering cleaning tips, timber care, ventilation, and long-term upkeep. It’s all designed to help your sauna age beautifully and function flawlessly for years to come.

Traditional saunas heat the air using a stove and stones, raising the overall temperature (often 70–100°C) to create an intense, full-body sweat. You can pour water on the stones for steam and added humidity, this is the classic, time-tested method which has been used for centuries.

Infrared saunas use infrared panels to heat the body directly at lower temperatures (around 40–60°C). You’ll still sweat, but it’s a gentler, more targeted heat.

Both offer benefits - but at The Sauna Smith, we focus on traditional saunas for their deep-rooted ritual, steam control, and unmatched heat experience.