Customer Reviews

The Art of Sauna Building

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Although this book is a bit dated (refers in places to using asbestos as a fire shield!), it is still a very helpful and thorough how-to book. It takes you through every step of building a sauna from basic design through curing the final product. Covers small saunas built into existing houses as well as free-standing structures separate from the main home. Also includes plenty of interesting history, detailed diagrams and layout designs.

I built my own free-standing 16x8 feet sauna with the help of this book (with no building experience whatsoever) about two years ago. My whole family use it every week ever since. It's my pride and joy. Thank you Mr. Jalasjaa !

My father built a sauna with help from Bert. His knowledge was indespensible. We have had this sauna for over 20 years and its still great. When I looked at building my own sauna I picked up this book and that was all I needed.

Bert has his own web site now. He has a wealth of information that he is now offering there which only adds more great information to his great book.

If you want to know how to build a sauna, this is the book to have. It is incredibly descriptive and has step by step instructions on how to build your own sauna. The detail is far superior to other general "how-to" books. Even if you're planning to buy one and have it professionally installed, this is still a great source of information.

I have nothing bad to say about this book, and I can usually find something to complain about. Okay, here's one thing: the cover art seems a little cheesy compared to the content of the book. This isn't a cartoon book, but similar cartoons are scattered throughout the book to lighten the mood. From what I've read, other reviewer failed to take the book seriously based on the cover art -- this was a mistake. My recommendation is to buy this book if you're even THINKING about putting in a sauna, hot-tub or steam shower. It describes the history of the sauna and how it compares to other types of heat baths.

this has helped a lot .wish i got it earlier in the building process .of the books i saw out there this one was really he only one that gave actual building info

Excellent reference with great diagrams and pertinent info. Don't let the goofy cover art fool you, this is a very professional and in-depth builder's guide. If you are planning to build your own sauna, this book is a must-have! Note: This book was priced at $30 when I purchased, not at\ the absurd price that is being charged currently.

Highly recommend this book. It is filled with useful information for the beginner and more advanced.

I am frankly surprised at the positive reviews this book has received. It is badly overpriced for what it offers--a cheap self-publishing venture featuring a stapled `binding', poor grammar, and vague directions. It shows (or attempts to show) how to build only one type of sauna: a 2-by-4-framed Western Red Cedar box with fiberglass insulation intended for an indoor installation. There is some useful information here, but the author doesn't provide enough detail for the beginner, and anyone with some experience will be able to find anything he needs on the Net for free.

A good fraction of purchasers of this book have built saunas as a result. Sure, some details are old-dated (asbestos insulation and available sauna heaters) but for the do-it-yourselfer, this is the only book you need.

I mistakenly wrote a review for this fine book based on first impression. First impression that is of the cover. My review was horribly mis-representative and I would like to, if possible, correct my mistake. This text is well written, comprehensive in scope,and easily understandable. It was very helpful and I highly recommend it. I believe it is an excellent value. I apologize, Mr. Jalasjaa, for my negative review of your very fine book. It is indeed reflective of the Art of Sauna Building.