The Barrel Sauna by Almost Heaven Saunas, comes standard with our exclusive rotationally molded plastic support cradles.  These are both sturdy and stylish, and allow the sauna to be placed right on the ground without worry of moisture soaking into the wood.  However, we now have an alternative for those who desire a more traditional look that matches the sauna.  Our new Red Cedar cradles are built of the same red cedar used in the sauna itself.  While they are not recommended for placement directly on the ground, they are ideal for placement on a deck or patio.  Email Almost Heaven Saunas, or call us at 888-355-3050 for more details!

One of the many advantages of Almost Heaven Saunas is the fact that we give you any number of heater choices.  Our standard heaters are from Saunatec, and we use the genuine Finnish “Polar” model as our top-of-the-line heater.  However, since we are a manufacturer of high quality sauna rooms, we can fit your sauna with the heater of your choice.  Various options include wood burning heaters for those without access to electricity; floor-mount heaters for extra-large sauna rooms; commercial heaters with external controls; etc.  Regardless of the heater you want, we can generally source the model and brand for a price below what you would normally pay through an internet purchase.  We provide many heaters each year for people wishing to upgrade or replace their old heater on an existing sauna, and we are happy to provide any assistance we can.  Call us at 888-355-3050 and tell us how we can help you!

Looking for a great home accessory?  Almost Heaven Saunas is pleased to introduce the new Wine Barrel for home wine storage.  This hand-crafted wine rack is built in the same cooperage tradition as our barrel saunas, making it an exceptional home furniture item.  The Wine Barrel  holds up to 16 wine bottles and is a free-standing floor unit.  These beautiful items can be ordered directly from our factory, so give us a call at 888-355-3050 for more details!

I frequently get questions as to what the differences are in saunas and, in particular, the types of sauna woods used.  My answer is that only red cedar provides the wood necessary to create the best sauna experience.  Why is cedar the best sauna wood?  First, let’s clarify; it is western Canadian red cedar that is the BEST wood for sauna kits, not any cedar!  White cedar and lower grade red cedar have knots which are both unsightly and will become hot to the touch.  Furthermore, only red cedar has the sweet smell that makes taking a steam sauna such a delight.  Finally, western Canadian red cedar is soft and smooth to the touch, further enhancing the sauna experience.  We bring this up because there are any number of saunas – particularly barrel saunas – on the market today and MOST do not use the wood of choice.  This is evident in the look, design and price of the sauna.  Don’t be fooled into getting a lower grade wood on such an investment in your health and enjoyment; purchase an Almost Heaven Sauna and enjoy the natural beauty and benefits of western Canadian red cedar!

Today completes the first day of the Spatex show in Brighton, England.  This is the first show in Brighton I have attended with Almost Heaven Saunas and I have been very impressed with the show as well as the city of Brighton.  Reaction to our sauna models have been terrific, and people are especially impressed with our new Ellipse Barrel Sauna.  The size and features of this new barrel easily justify the added cost, and there is a constant rotation of people stepping inside the sauna for a sit!  The extra wide benches, contoured back support and flat floor are especially appealing.  The city of Brighton is beautiful and is located on the south shore of England overlooking the English Channel.  I can literally throw a stone off the front porch of the hotel where we’re staying and hit the English Channel; too cool!