The Sundsvall
The Sundsvall asks for very little floor — 60 by 46 inches, about the size of a large closet — and gives back a real Finnish sauna. It's made for two: a couple's evening ritual, or one person who wants a quiet stretch of time at the end of the day. A spare room, a basement corner or a covered patio is all it needs.
The heat is the classic kind. A 6 kW electric stove with built-in controls warms the stones and brings the room to 170–185°F. Ladle a little water over the hot stones and a soft wave of steam fills the small room — löyly, the moment the Finns wait for. The sandglass, bucket and scoop come with it.
The front is all glass — a clear door with a fixed glass panel beside it — so even this compact room feels light. Look up and the ceiling glows with color-changing stars; a light shines softly behind the backrest, and your music plays over Bluetooth through the built-in speakers. Two people, warm cedar, nowhere to be.
Inside it's Canadian red cedar; outside, clear Pacific cedar with a clear finish. Wipe the interior with plain water and a soft cloth, and if it lives under a patio roof, reseal the exterior wood once or twice a year. The stove needs its own 240V circuit from a licensed electrician; lights and sound use a regular 120V outlet.
Specifications
| Model | GDI-7289-02 |
|---|---|
| Seats | Up to 2 people |
| Heater | 6 kW wall-mounted electric stove with built-in controls |
| Temperature | 170–185°F ideal, up to 190°F |
| Wood | Canadian red cedar interior; clear Pacific cedar exterior with a clear finish |
| Front | Clear tempered glass door with a fixed glass side panel |
| Light | Color-changing star ceiling, white reading lamp, backrest accent light |
| Sound | Bluetooth, built-in speakers |
| Included | Sandglass, bucket and scoop |
| Exterior (W × D × H) | 60" × 46" × 83" |
| Interior (W × D × H) | 56" × 38" × 78" |
| Electrical | 240V / 30A for the stove; 120V / 15A for lights and sound |
| Weight | 475 lbs assembled · 575 lbs shipping, 7 boxes |
Before you buy
Where it can go
Where it can go
- Indoors or outdoors under a covered structure such as a patio — not in direct rain and sun.
- A dry, level floor away from showers, tubs, pools and other sources of water.
Power
Power
- The stove needs a 240V / 30A circuit and must be installed by a certified electrician.
- Lights and sound plug into a regular 120V / 15A outlet.
- We can connect you with a licensed local electrician.
Heat and sessions
Heat and sessions
- 170–185°F is the ideal range; the stove can reach up to 190°F.
- Pour small amounts of water over the hot stones for steam. Sandglass, bucket and scoop are included.
- Fine-tune the heat with the adjustable vent or by leaving the door open slightly.
- Use two or three towels: one on the bench, one on the floor, one for you.
Assembly and care
Assembly and care
- Two adults are needed to assemble it.
- Clean the inside with plain water and a soft cloth — no liquid or aerosol cleaners, alcohol or strong chemicals.
- Under a covered patio, seal the exterior wood regularly — up to twice a year in some climates.
Warranty and health note
Warranty and health note
- Golden Designs warranty: 1 year on the wood structure and 5 years on the control panel, wiring harnesses and lights. The stove is covered by its manufacturer's warranty.
- Check with your doctor first if you are pregnant, have heart disease, high or low blood pressure, diabetes or circulation problems, take prescription medication or have surgical implants. Children should use the sauna only with close adult supervision.
- Saunas are not intended to treat or cure any disease.