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Custom Home Sauna in Eagle River, WI
Natural Warm Heat
From frustration to clarity, from ideas to design, from plans to a fully built sauna—is a perfect example of what BW Sauna is built to deliver: personal guidance, technical expertise, and uncompromising craftsmanship.
Real
Heat
Home Exterior Match
Winter-proof
Lakefront
Naturally Rusting Material
Mountain Views
Built with a unique siding designed to rust only on the outside, this sauna brings an aged look much like copper or other metal siding, while retaining all the custom features and high-end interior finish of clear cedar.
On Demand
Heat
Natural Rust Finish
Mountain
Views
Luxury Quality | Low Maintenance
Luxury Sauna Business
This sauna build is one of many constructed for those looking to start a luxury relaxation spa business. Built with premium materials and requiring far less maintenance and depreciation than the competition, BW is among the leaders in business-friendly custom saunas.
On Demand
Heat
8+ Capacity
Low Maintenance
Minneapolis Sauna Business
Portal Sauna Project
PORTAL° is our largest project to date, with a massive hot room and triple heaters. This sauna project spans multiple saunas and builds, featuring custom skylight LED accent lighting and more.
Dual Side Sauna
Huge Capacity
Low Maintenance
Michigan Sauna rental 6x5 x 10
Mobile Sauna Rental Business
This was placed at a short term rental in Grand Marais, MN. The customer also has another STR next door with a barrel sauna and wanted one that was easier to maintain.
Dual Pane
Up to 4 person Capacity
Rugged Steel Frame
More than meets the eye
Hunting Cabin Sauna
Some saunas are all about flash. Some stay true to the functional and humble nature of Finnish sauna tradition. A sauna that can stand the test of time while not looking out of place, this sauna was designed to live in the woods of the Midwest while offering exceptional quality heat.
Authentic Wood Fired Stove
Up to 6 Person Capacity
Natural Lumber Finished
For where you go!
Mobile Saunas
Mobile Fired Heat
Up to 6 person capacity
Rugged Steel Frame
6.5 x 14 ft Portable Sauna (47k+)
Gooseberry
The robustness of a full sized sauna, with the agility for finding that special place. Our 14 ft is our flagship custom mobile sauna.
6.5 x 10 FT Mobile Sauna ($39k+)
The Ontario
The robustness of a full sized sauna, with the agility for finding that special place. Our 10 ft custom portable sauna is ready to be your oasis.
6.5 x 12 ft Portable Sauna (43k+)
The Superior
A balanced portable sauna for those who want the full experience. Comes with a cool down changing room and the best in handcrafted custom quality.
6.5 x 8 ft Mobile Sauna ($37k+)
The Huron
The nimble and agile Huron is here as the entry-level outdoor mobile sauna. At 8 ft, it fits nicely inside your garage or can be tucked away in your backyard.
8 x 12ft Home Sauna (40k+)
Grand
The big boy, the Grand takes after grand island and is centered around the whole family. Allowing everyone to take in the view.
8 x 8ft Home Sauna (29k+)
Windigo
The Windigo is the flagship medium sauna. Boasting 8×8 footprint and offering several layout variations this sauna is the perfect fully custom home sauna
6 x 8ft Home Sauna (22k+)
York
Fitting up to 4 people. The York model is designed to excel at cabin environments, all while maintaining an economical footprint.
8 x 10ft Backyard Sauna (34k+)
Stannard
Our flagship stationary custom sauna built for all around use. Handcrafted and at the perfect size for groups or solo sauna enthusiasts.
Thermory Barrel Sauna
6 Person Square
Nordic spruce gets a fresh look
Thermory Barrel Sauna
4 Person Barrel
Kit with Front Porch & Window
Thermory Barrel Sauna
2 Person Barrel
Expand your backyard with easy to assemble sauna kits.
WE MAKE SAUNAS FOR WHERE YOU ARE
We are here for you. Let’s chat over a coffee if you’re in the Duluth area. If not, we are always available by phone to explore together what an outdoor sauna could look like for your life.
It depends on what you are searching for! If you want to rest, 15 to 30 minutes is plenty of time. If you want to cleanse and enhance your skin, 15 to 20 minutes is perfect. If you’re an athlete, resting for 15 to 20 minutes after exercise can help minimize muscular pain and improve circulation.
Factors like weight, age, and exposure duration affect calorie burn in a sauna, with a 30-minute session potentially burning 100-300 calories. Harvard Health found that infrared saunas can burn up to 1.5 calories per minute, while the American Council on Exercise estimates 50-150 calories in a hot session.
- Listen to Your Body: If you feel uncomfortable, exit the sauna! It is better to prevent than to cure.
- Stay Hydrated: Drink water before, during, and after your sauna session to replace lost fluids.
- Session Duration: Two to three sessions per week, each lasting 15 to 20 minutes, is a decent start.
- Sauna Etiquette: Shower before entering, dress lightly or with a towel for comfort, and keep talking to a minimal for a peaceful atmosphere.
The short answer is yes—with some restrictions. Saunas generally promote weight reduction by sweating, which allows the body to shed water weight momentarily. During a typical 30-minute sauna session, you can lose roughly 0.1 to 0.6 kg (0,22 to 1,32 pounds). However, this is primarily water weight, which will return as you rehydrate.
Sauna bathing offers numerous health benefits, including weight control, hormonal balance, cardiovascular health benefits, musculoskeletal pain relief, muscle pain reduction, respiratory system benefits, and relaxation. It promotes a deep state of relaxation, reduces stress, and improves overall well-being.
Sauna baths are safe for most healthy individuals, but precautions are needed for those with specific conditions like acute infections, heart problems, or fever. Heat exposure can affect certain drugs’ pharmacokinetics, so high blood pressure medicines should be taken before use. Also, saunas are safe for children to use under adult supervision.
