Are you toying with the thought of buying an outdoor sauna? After a long day, this is where you will completely unwind. There are lots of different outdoor saunas for sale, each with its own features. In this article, read all about outdoor sauna costs, types and check out useful tips.
Buying an outdoor sauna: The cost
If you choose to buy an outdoor sauna, it naturally comes with a price tag. The outdoor sauna cost depends on a number of choices you make. Consider, for example, the type of sauna, the size and whether you still need to have a gazebo installed.
Check out this handy overview of the average prices for different outdoor saunas.
| Type of sauna | Average price (including VAT and labour) |
|---|---|
| Infrared sauna | £1.500 – £3,000 |
| Traditional or Finnish sauna | £1,000 – £4,000 |
| Barrel sauna | £2,400 – £10.000 |
| Garden house | £ 1,500 – £ 5,500 |
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Choices when buying an outdoor sauna
Do you choose to buy an outdoor sauna? Then there are a lot of choices to make, which you will use to shape your outdoor sauna. Of course, these choices also affect the final price of buying an outdoor sauna. Read more about the different choices below.
Choice 1: Type of sauna
First, it is important that you know which outdoor sauna you are buying. There are three types of outdoor saunas to choose from; the infrared sauna, the traditional sauna and a barrel sauna. You can read more about each type of sauna here.
Buying an infrared sauna
An infrared sauna has an extra good effect on stiff and aching muscles, as the infrared radiation beams directly on your muscles. Available in different sizes, this sauna is increasingly popular in the Netherlands. An infrared cabin heats up quickly and is therefore quick to use.
Buy a traditional or Finnish sauna
Are you looking for an inexpensive sauna at home? Then choose a traditional or Finnish sauna. These saunas often have wooden furnishings. Here, you have the option of choosing an electric heater or a wood-fired sauna. This outdoor sauna takes slightly longer to warm up.
Barrel sauna buy
A barrel sauna is a round sauna, which achieves high temperatures due to the ideal air circulation. Barrel saunas can be bought in different sizes, so there is one for every garden.
Choice 2: Size of your outdoor sauna
Are you looking for a sauna for two or do you want to buy an outdoor sauna that you can enjoy with more people? All outdoor saunas are available in different sizes. Of course, the larger the outdoor sauna, the higher the price. Check the average prices for the different sizes below.
| Type of sauna | 2-person | 3-person | 4-person |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finnish or traditional sauna | £ 950 – £ 1.700 | £ 1,500 – £ 3,000 | £ 2,100 – £ 4,000 |
| Infrared sauna | £ 1.100 – £ 2,200 | £ 1,500 – £ 3,300 | £ 1,800 – £ 4,200 |
| Barrel sauna | £ 2,400 – £ 3,500 | £ 3,000 – £ 6,200 | £ 6.000 – £ 10,000 |
Choice 3: Outdoor sauna with canopy
When buying an outdoor sauna, it is also important to think about where you want your sauna to be. For example, do you already have an outbuilding or garden house where the sauna will be located? If not then it is important to take care of this. After all, if you have an individual sauna cabin installed, you will need a roof. This is not necessary for a complete outdoor sauna or a barrel sauna, for instance. You can get a cheap garden house from as little as £2,000
Choice 4: Additional options
Do you buy a basic outdoor sauna or go for extras? There are several sauna accessories that are possible when buying an outdoor sauna. Take a look at an overview below.
| Extra option | Average price (including VAT) |
|---|---|
| Speakers | £ 20 – £ 100 |
| Ergonomic backrest | £ 40 – £ £ 70 |
| LED colour therapy | £ 200 – £ 450 |
| Floor heating | £ 700 – £ 900 |
Advantages of buying an outdoor sauna
You don’t want a sauna in your home, which is why you choose to buy an outdoor sauna. This way, not only will you enjoy the benefits of a sauna, but you will also enjoy your garden even more. Read more advantages of buying an outdoor sauna here.
- Outdoor saunas can be placed almost anywhere
- There is more space for the sauna than in the house
- Cooling down after your sauna use can be found right outside the sauna
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