o Artisanally handcrafted in the USA (PNW)

o No kits or barrels - ever

o Double walled and fully insulated

o Proper bench heights

o Proper airflow

o Inspired by rigorous Finnish standards (see saunologia.fi and localmile.org)

o Built to last a lifetime

o Designed to withstand the harshest outdoor weather conditions

o Delivered fully assembled

o Custom collaborative builds and personalized options available

Please scrutinize and compare us with other sauna brands. Don't be fooled by low base prices for kits and single walled builds that won't hold heat, won’t last, and often require upgrades to function properly. Nukk saunas are intended to be a complete, ready-to-go, sauna experience, designed to provide a lifetime of sustained use and to hold up against all weather conditions.

We encourage you to read through conversations on Quora and Reddit, this way you can learn from people that have purchased barrel saunas in the past. To be fair, not all experiences are bad, especially if you live in a warm and dry climate. Here are some issues often sited: Limited size and headroom (curved interior makes sitting uncomfortable). Single walled and poorly insulated. Bench placement is often too low, no chance for “feet above the stones” and a strong “loyly pocket” experience. Leaks. Short product life, often needing to be replaced sooner than expected.

No. The differences between a kit and a hand built artisanal sauna are significant. Issues often sited with kits: Single walled and poorly insulated. Bench placement is often too low, no chance for “feet above the stones” and a strong “loyly pocket” experience. Leaks. Short product life, often needing to be replaced sooner than expected. Poor airflow. Not sturdy. More complicated to build than expected.

Traditional saunas heat the air to high temperatures, and the air heats your body. Infrared saunas are much lower in temperature, and use infrared rays to penetrate and heat the body directly. Traditional saunas have been around for thousands of years and have a substantial amount of research to support their effectiveness. Infrared saunas have been in use for about 60 years and have less evidence to support their safety and performance. While both types offer health benefits, research comparing the two indicates traditional saunas offer greater improvements in cardiovascular health, pain relief, and detoxification.

We are based in Olympia WA (come visit our shop), and deliver saunas all over the Pacific Northwest (and beyond)! Western and Eastern Washington - Bellingham, Seattle, Spokane, Olympia, Yakima, Vancouver, etc. Oregon-- Portland, Salem, Ashland, and all along the coast. We'll deliver to Idaho, California, Nevada, and just about anywhere else in North America as long as we are remunerated for our services!

From a historical, and medical perspective, sauna therapy can be a useful part of an overall wellness regimen. Modern research indicates benefits such as:

o stress reduction

o weight loss

o enhanced immune function

o cardiovascular improvements

o skin health

o better sleep

o increased stamina

o muscle repair

There is an abundance of information on the benefits of sauna online, we suggest you Google it and review the research.

Generally, between 150-175 degrees Fahrenheit is the sweet spot for most people, however some enthusiasts prefer to sauna around 190-200+F degrees!

This is all about personal preference. Typically, 2-3 sessions around 15-20 minutes long, with cool down periods (cold showers or plunges in between them) works for most people. The whole experience lasting 1.5 to 2 hours start to finish.

Saunas are safe for most people, but check with your doctor if you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, heart issues, diabetes, are pregnant, take medications that interfere with your body’s ability to regulate temperature or make you drowsy, or other health concerns you feel cautious about.

Saunas are hotter (150-200F) and use dry heat, the humidity rises briefly when you pour water over the stones. Steam rooms are cooler (110-120F) are kept at 100% humidity, and keep your sweat from evaporating. Saunas are generally easier to maintain since bacteria loves steam rooms. Steam rooms are a better solution for people that suffer from heat sensitivity.

Shower off and make sure you are well hydrated before your sauna. A little bit of food in your stomach is fine, if it’s too full or empty, you might feel a little lightheaded or nauseous. Make sure you have water in a bucket so you can make löyly (steam) as desired. Afterwards, be sure to rehydrate and wait until your core cools down before putting your clothes back on.

In most cases, for non-commercial saunas, at least once a month. If you use your sauna every day, then a weekly cleaning is in order.

o Use a towel to wipe down surfaces with accumulated moisture

o Open vents and your door for about an hour after the sauna cools down for increased airflow and additional drying

o Vacuum the floor

o Check for mold and make sure you follow proper cleaning and maintenance protocols should you find any

o Scrub down any dirty or stained surfaces with warm water and a mild natural soap, rinse thoroughly. For stubborn stains, sand gently with 220 grit sandpaper.

This depends on the size of your heater:

o 2kW requires at least 110v and a 20-amp breaker

o 6kW requires at least 220v and a 30-amp breaker

o 8kW requires at least 220v and a 40-amp breaker

o 9kW requires at least 240v and a 40–50-amp breaker

These are general guidelines, always consult with a qualified electrician.

From a historical, and medical perspective, cold therapy can be a useful part of an overall wellness regimen. Modern research indicates benefits such as:

o Reduced muscle soreness and inflammation

o Improved recovery and physical performance

o Accelerated metabolism

o Improvements in mood, focus, and stress reduction

o Enhanced immune function

There is an abundance of information on the benefits of cold plunges online, we suggest you Google it and review the research.

Most beginners start around 55-60F and move down to the 40-50F range as they become more adapted to cold.

Beginners should start with a quick dip of around 30 seconds and work towards a 3–5-minute period two to three times a week. Ideally you are fully submerged up to your neck.

We realize that true happiness is a complicated equation. It’s unlikely a sauna company is going to solve a mystery that has confounded philosophers since the beginning of time—but at Nukk, we believe we’re on to something. According to the World Happiness Report, Finland is the happiest place on earth; and according to the Guinness Book of World Records, they have more saunas than any other country (one sauna for every two people)—correlation established!