Sauna Accessories

Sauna heater stones store heat from the heater and release it as a burst of steam when water is poured over them using a sauna ladle. This steam blends with the dry heat to create the classic sauna atmosphere. Always use sauna-grade stones such as peridotite, and never ordinary rocks, which can crack or shatter under heat. Never operate your heater without stones in place, as this is a fire and safety hazard.

Yes. Adding a small amount of essential sauna oils or sauna aroma to your sauna bucket water is a popular practice in Finnish sauna culture. Common scents include eucalyptus, birch tar, and pine, which create a fragrant steam (löyly) when poured over hot stones. A sauna scent bar is another option for an aromatic sauna experience without adding liquid to the heater. Only use sauna-specific products and apply sparingly.

For a new sauna, start with the essentials: a sauna bucket, sauna ladle, sauna thermometer, and sauna sand timer. From there, a sauna pillow or sauna headrest adds comfort, while a sauna vent ensures proper airflow.

Softwood timbers such as Western Red Cedar and Canadian Hemlock remain cool to the touch even at high sauna temperatures, making them safe and comfortable against bare skin. Hardwoods absorb and retain too much heat to be used safely as sauna bench timber or sauna cladding. Western Red Cedar is particularly valued for its moisture resistance, natural oils, and aromatic finish.

Cedar sauna accessories such as buckets, ladles, and pillows can be wiped down with a mild diluted detergent, rinsed thoroughly with cold water, and left to air dry. Do not soak softwood accessories. Sauna soap is also suitable for wiping down timber surfaces.

For the sauna room itself, apply diluted alkaline detergent with a damp cloth, rinse thoroughly, and always clean before heating so the room dries completely during the next session. Do not use a gurney or soak the timber walls.

Tile, cement, or heavy-duty vinyl are the most practical options as they are easy to clean and waterproof. Waterproofing the subfloor is strongly recommended. Placing a sauna seat cover or sauna towel on the bench is a good hygiene habit, particularly in commercial sauna environments.

Our range is primarily curated around SAWO Finland heaters, and we stock spare parts specifically for SAWO units. That said, sauna accessories such as buckets, ladles, thermometers, timber, and sauna stones are broadly compatible across brands, including Harvia sauna heaters, Huum sauna heaters, and most commercial sauna heaters. Please contact our team with any specific compatibility questions.

We carry a range of SAWO sauna lighting including ceiling lights and shade fittings. For LED sauna light bar options and sauna speakers rated for high-heat environments, please enquire with our team. We can advise on compatible solutions for your sauna installation.