The Journal
Notes from the hot room. Practical guides, the research behind the heat, and how to get the most from a sauna at home.
Health
What the research says about sauna and sleep
Why an evening session can help you drift off, and how to time it.
Build
Choosing the right size outdoor sauna
Bench length, ceiling height and how many people really fit.
Ritual
What is löyly, and how do you get it right?
The Finnish word for sauna steam, and the art of the perfect pour.
Design
Thermally modified timber, explained
How baking timber makes it stable, rot-resistant and chemical-free.
Build
Do you need council approval for a backyard sauna?
Exempt development, boundary setbacks and what to check first.
Ritual