Crafted for Comfort.
Built for a Lifetime of Wellness.

Experience the tradition of Finnish wellness in your own home. Our saunas are handcrafted from
sustainably sourced Nordic wood and designed with modern heating technology for deep relaxation,
improved health, and everyday luxury.

Wellness Benefits of Saunas

For nearly 10,000 years, the sauna has been Finland’s sacred social sanctuary — a place to cleanse the body, settle the mind, and reconnect with nature. This treasured ritual is now honoured by UNESCO. Emerging research suggests regular sauna bathing may lower the risk of vascular, cardiovascular, and some neurocognitive diseases, supporting overall wellbeing.

5-10 Minutes: The Foundation Phase

In the first minutes of a sauna session, skin temperature rises sharply and the pulse lifts, giving the heart a gentle, exercise-like workout. Heat begins relaxing muscles, easing joints, and lowering stress. As sweating starts, the body naturally clears pores and may release small amounts of toxins like heavy metals, helping kickstart its cleansing systems.

10-20 Minutes: The Therapeutic Zone

As you stay in the heat, cardiovascular benefits intensify. Sweating increases, heat sinks deeper into muscles, and endorphins rise to support repair and regeneration. Heat-shock proteins activate, boosting cellular resilience. Circulation peaks, clearing waste and delivering oxygen, while the parasympathetic system brings a deep sense of calm and mental clarity.

20-30 Minutes: Maximum Benefits

For seasoned sauna users, longer sessions unlock the richest benefits. Studies suggest those who sauna four to seven times a week may lower cardiovascular mortality risk by about 45%. Extended heat boosts heat-shock proteins linked to longevity and neuroprotection, strengthens vascular function, supports joint and muscle recovery, and deepens the meditative calm that builds lasting mental resilience.

Safety and Best Practices

Always listen to your body and leave the sauna if you feel dizzy or unwell. Stay hydrated, and if you’re new, begin with shorter sessions and build gradually. Sauna use is often safe for mild heart issues, but those with unstable conditions should seek medical advice. Consistent use — not long sessions — is what delivers cumulative benefits, honouring the Finnish tradition of sauna as both sanctuary and wellbeing practice.

TRUSTED TESTIMONIALS

Andy & Chloe

“We are extremely pleased with our purchase from Pure Sweat Sauna. The whole process from start to finish was seamless and Trevor was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He has taken customer service to another level. The quality of the sauna is also exceptional, and was easy to erect with clear instructions and videos. The Luukas Sauna is a perfect size for our family of 5. We are loving our new health and wellness experience.”

TRUSTED TESTIMONIALS

Vyacheslav Filichev

“Thank you very much for this amazing product. The Niko Sauna fits well for our family, 2 adults and 2 kids (10 and 12years old); all are in love with our sauna. Instructions were clear; it took ½ day to assemble our sauna and it looks awesome on our property. The smell of wood in sauna is great and it is very convenient to run, takes 30-45 min to heat. It is clear we will use it regularly.”

TRUSTED TESTIMONIALS

Andrew Marriot

“We've recently set up our brand new sauna at our holiday home in the Nelson Lakes area. The sauna's quality is outstanding, especially considering its price, making it the top choice among saunas available today. The Luukas Wood Fired sauna is an ideal fit for our family of four, greatly enhancing our vacation home experience.”

TRUSTED TESTIMONIALS

Tim Van Weerd

“Thanks again for the sauna Trevor, it ticks all the boxes for me. We have been using it daily and absolutely love it. The first thing we noticed upon opening the boxes was the quality of the product and were impressed with the clear instructions and easy assembly. Would definitely recommend this saunato anyone considering an outdoor setup for a great price, it looks the part and functionsperfectly for a backyard setup.”

Where Quality Begins: Finnish Timber

Traditional Finnish saunas have long used Nordic woods like spruce and pine. Pure Sweat Saunas honour this heritage with thermally modified Nordic Pine, chosen for both authenticity and performance. Untreated pine often contains sticky resin and frequent knots that heat up uncomfortably, but thermal modification transforms it into a stronger, denser, more stable material with a beautiful rustic finish.

By altering the wood’s cellular structure, this process removes resin issues, prevents sap degradation, and enhances durability. The result is a moisture-, mold-, and decay-resistant timber that preserves pine’s natural warmth while delivering the modern performance standards expected from a premium Finnish-style sauna.

Authentic Finnish Saunas, Crafted for New Zealand Homes.

Experience authentic Finnish sauna culture with Pure Sweat Saunas NZ, a family business with genuine Finnish heritage. From Rotorua, we deliver premium outdoor saunas and barrel saunas nationwide, crafted for New Zealand homes and conditions.

Built from 38mm thermally modified Nordic Pine, each sauna offers durability, stability, and true Finnish performance. With over 25 years in tourism and wellness, our service is trusted and personal.Our range spans 4–8 person outdoor saunas designed for recovery, relaxation, and long-term wellbeing.

Discover the benefits of an authentic Finnish sauna — improved cardiovascular health, reduced stress, enhanced muscle recovery, and daily rituals that bring lasting warmth and wellness.