Spacious and Comfortable
While the six-seater is slightly shorter than the 8-seater, it accords more space per person. At a volume of 226 cubic feet, it amounts to almost 38 cubic feet per person, as opposed to an already generous 32 cubic feet per person in the eight-seater.
It also has the same diameter as the 8-seater, giving it the same headroom and width. It is one foot shorter at 7 feet (2133mm). The two-tier benches are 1950 mm long to ensure plenty of “elbow room” and still allow a tall person to stretch out comfortably.
As with the 8-seater, the round shape optimizes the flow of heated air and distribution of heat-vapour inside the sauna, and there are no corners where heat can be trapped. It is slightly shorter than the 8-seater, and therefore it heats up even more quickly, in less than 20 minutes. Because the heat and moisture are distributed evenly, you can enjoy the same comfort anywhere in the sauna. Because heat rises, it will be hotter on the upper-level benches and slightly less so on the lower level benches. For that reason, the benches have been placed at different levels so you can enjoy different temperatures by merely moving to the upper or lower benches. Optional L-shaped or U-shaped two-tier benches are available.
How hot does it get inside a 6-seater?
Your preference will determine the temperature setting, but the heating capacity of the 6Kw element is up to 110 degrees Celsius. The generally preferred heat setting is between 60 degrees and 85 degrees. The higher the heat, the shorter the recommended period you should spend inside the sauna. A 6Kw heater is suitable for up to 300 cubic feet (8.5 cubic metres.) An optional 7.5 Kw heater is also available.
Wood-fired heating option
The 6-seater Northern Lights sauna also has an optional wood-fired heating system. This is particularly effective in areas with no electricity.
How much power does the electric heater consume?
The 6 kW electric model will consume 6000 watts in one hour. If you allow 20 minutes of heating-up and 40 minutes of sauna time, you will pay for 6 kWh units of electricity. For one hour of sauna therapy and 20 minutes of heating time, you will use approximately 8 kWh units. At an average price of about 26.35 pence per kWh, it will cost you around £1.60 per 60-minute session (20 minutes heating, 40 minutes sauna) for up to six people. Actual costs will depend on your supplier, region and tariff.
For the wood-fired model, you will require only enough wood to heat the sauna for one hour.
Summary of Technical specifications:
- 1 ½” Cedar construction (38 mm)
- 100% Clear Western Red Cedar Wood
- 3 Stainless steel straps and hardware
- Wood-Fired, Electric Infrared, or Conventional Electric Heating Options
- 100% Surgical Stainless Steel Heaters with built-in controls
- Dual Hand sanded benches
- Cedar duckboard raised flooring
- Pressure-treated cradle
- Vent Kit
- Sauna light with air-activated interior on/off switch
- Insulated Cedar door with double pane tempered glass
- Custom Protective heater guard
- 5 Year warranty
- Patent Pending Stave Design
- Outside Diameter: 83 ¾ inches (2.13 metres)
- Outside Length: 83 ¾ (2.13 metres)
- Volume: 226 cubic inches (6.4 cubic metres)
- Footprint of Base: 73 ¾ ” x 63″ (1.87m X 1.6m)
- Electrical requirements: 40 amp, 230V VAC GFI
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