We answer the questions we hear most often before a purchase: building regulations, foundations, heater choice and timber technology. Every article ends with a concrete recommendation.
Building formalities are the most common worry before buying a sauna. The good news: in most cases a simple notification is enough, or no procedure is needed at all. We have gathered the rules of four markets in one place.
Read the articleA timber-frame sauna weighs 1.9–2.5 tonnes and arrives in one piece. The foundation must carry that load evenly and stay level for years. We compare the two most common solutions.
Read the articleThe heater is the heart of the sauna and the most important configuration decision. The choice comes down to three questions: what supply do you have, how often do you sauna, and is lighting a fire a pleasure or a chore for you?
Read the articleOn the sauna market, "structural timber" is often a loose term. At TIKKA every load-bearing element is made of C24-grade timber to EN 338 – here is what that symbol means in practice and what you are paying for.
Read the articleConfigure your sauna in 5 steps – we will send a quote with visualisation within 24 hours.