Camilla 3–4 Person Traditional Outdoor Sauna Complete Kit

No. The Camilla kit is a pre-packaged stock model, so we do not swap the heater or customise the kit configuration.

If you would like a different heater, such as a Harvia Vega or Harvia Cilindro, you would need to order the made-to-order version of the Camilla instead. You can view that here: Camilla Traditional Outdoor Sauna 3-4 Person. This is more expensive and typically has a lead time of around 4 to 6 weeks.

While it's technically possible to assemble the sauna yourself, we strongly recommend having a qualified carpenter or joiner assist you—especially if you don't have prior experience with carpentry or working with wood.

The assembly manual is detailed and user-friendly for those familiar with construction, but without that background, the process can be challenging and time-consuming. Most of our customers choose professional installation for peace of mind and to ensure everything is assembled correctly.

Please note: improper assembly or failure to follow the manual may void the warranty, so if in doubt, we recommend seeking professional help.

Assembly for this model starts at £1,000 + VAT, with the final cost depending on your location—prices increase the further we travel from London. A team of 3 carpenters will build it for you in one full day. To get an accurate quote, just send us your postcode and we’ll confirm the exact cost.

Installation is invoiced separately and typically arranged closer to your delivery date. While it’s possible to hire a local carpenter for assembly, please note that our team has extensive experience building this exact model, ensuring everything is done efficiently and correctly.

For optimal comfort, we suggest a capacity of 3-4 people for our Camilla Traditional Outdoor Sauna Complete. This can accommodate one person lying down and two seated, but some customers have comfortably sat up to five people. The capacity ultimately depends on your preference for cosiness.

The sauna should be installed on a solid, level, well-drained base, such as a concrete pad, slabbed patio or structurally suitable deck. The key requirement is that the base remains completely flat and stable under the full load.

For the Camilla 3–4 Person, allow for the 600 kg sauna plus 400 kg for up to four users, based on 100 kg per person. The base must therefore support a combined load of at least 1,000 kg (1 tonne), spread across the full ground-contact frame. Give this figure to the person building the base so they can select the right construction and safety margin for your site.

Avoid slopes and areas where water can collect around the sauna. For added protection, we recommend fitting continuous bitumen strips or a suitable waterproof membrane between the prepared base and the timber base frame, as shown below. This prevents the timber from sitting directly on a damp surface and reduces moisture reaching the base.

Most simply put, it's not necessary. This is a compact sauna, the thermowood has excellent insulation properties and the sauna is designed to minimise heat loss.

Yes, we have a team of carpenters who can do it for you in one day. The price for this will vary depending on your location. Please contact us for a quote.

No, however, you must get a qualified electrician to connect your heater to your power supply. You will need an isolator as a minimum. 

We do not currently have a full showroom, but many of our existing customers are happy to show their sauna to prospective buyers.

If you would like to see one in person, please contact us and we can try to arrange a viewing with a customer in or near your area.

No — the Camilla Traditional Outdoor Sauna is not designed to have a changing room attached to it.

If you would like a sauna with a dedicated changing area, we would recommend choosing one of our larger models that includes this as part of the original design.

Yes, but coastal and sea-air environments are harsher on outdoor saunas, so you should expect a little more routine maintenance.

As a minimum, exposed timber should be kept properly treated and owners should be prepared to inspect and re-treat it at least every 12 months, or sooner if the manufacturer manual and local conditions require it.

Exposed metal parts should be checked more regularly and protected with a rust-proof treatment such as WD-40 or another suitable anti-corrosion product. Door and hinge adjustments may also be needed over time in line with the manual.

Sauna heaters also require maintenance in line with the manufacturer manual. This normally includes periodically checking, washing, and restacking the stones, and in the longer term electric heater elements may need replacing if they wear out.

We do not currently operate a formal maintenance programme, but if you would like help, please contact us and we can quote for an annual service of your sauna.

Yes — in exposed locations, we would recommend using a stronger roofing adhesive on the shingles to help ensure they remain secure in high winds.

No. The included extras and promotional accessories apply to the stock Camilla kit only.

If you order a made-to-order customised version, extras such as headrests, bucket and ladle sets, or lighting are normally charged separately unless specifically stated otherwise.

Yes, the 6kW heater is appropriately sized for the Camilla sauna.

In normal conditions, it typically takes around 20 to 30 minutes to reach approximately 80°C. Heat-up time depends more on the actual sauna volume and conditions than simply the number of people it seats.

Running costs depend on your electricity tariff and how long you use the sauna for, but as a rough guide, a 2 to 3 hour session with the 6kW heater typically costs around £1 to £2.

No. Our installation team can assemble the sauna, but the heater must still be connected by a qualified electrician.

You will need a suitable electrical supply and, at minimum, an isolator switch. Full details are provided in the Electrical Supply section on the product page.

Yes. Any qualified electrician should be able to connect the sauna, provided they follow the electrical requirements listed in the Electrical Supply section of the product page.

After you place your order, we also send further information that you can pass on to your electrician. In some cases, we may also be able to share details of electricians who have connected saunas for previous customers.

From our perspective, the main differences are stone volume and appearance.

The Cilindro holds more stones, which generally gives a softer, steamier sauna experience, while the Vega is a more compact and straightforward wall-mounted option.

Our specialist installation team can usually assemble the Camilla in around 6 hours, depending on site access and conditions.

Final electrical connection would still need to be completed separately by a qualified electrician.

Yes. The Camilla is assembled by specialist carpenters who are experienced in building this type of sauna, which is one of the reasons many customers prefer professional installation.

Yes. Any qualified electrician should be able to connect the sauna, provided they follow the electrical requirements listed in the Electrical Supply section of the product page.

After you place your order, we also send further information that you can pass on to your electrician.

In some cases, we may be able to share details of electricians who have connected saunas for previous customers.

Availability will depend on your location, and you are also welcome to use your own qualified electrician.

No, we do not usually carry out site visits before installation.

In most cases, customers can send us photos, measurements, site plans, and access details, and we can advise whether the proposed location looks suitable.

This is normally enough for us to highlight any obvious issues with access, base preparation, or positioning before the installation goes ahead.

In outdoor saunas, it is normal for the timber structure to respond to changes in temperature, humidity, and ambient conditions over time. This can occasionally cause minor movement in the door opening, which may affect how the door closes or sits within the frame.

For this reason, sauna door hinges are designed to be adjustable. Minor door or hinge alignment adjustments over time are normal and should be carried out in line with the manual as part of routine ownership maintenance, rather than being treated as a product fault.

Yes. Outdoor saunas are not maintenance-free.

As a minimum, owners should expect to inspect and re-treat exposed timber at least every 12 months, or sooner if the manufacturer manual and local conditions require it.

You should also expect to make minor door or hinge adjustments over time in line with the manual, as timber structures naturally move slightly with changes in temperature and humidity.

In coastal or sea-air environments, exposed metal parts should be checked more regularly and protected with a rust-proof treatment such as WD-40 or another suitable anti-corrosion product.

Sauna heaters also require maintenance in line with the manufacturer manual. This normally includes periodically checking, washing, and restacking the stones, and in the longer term electric heater elements may need replacing if they wear out.

We do not currently operate a formal maintenance programme, but if you would like help, please contact us and we can quote for an annual service of your sauna.

Our kit saunas are pre-packaged, in-stock models that are ready to go. We import them in bulk and keep them in our UK warehouse, which helps reduce delivery costs and makes them much quicker to dispatch.

Because the kit version is already specified and held in stock, it will always be the better-value option compared with the equivalent made-to-order version, and it is the fastest way to get your sauna delivered.

The non-kit versions are made to order, so they can be customised more, but they normally take around 4 to 6 weeks and will be more expensive.

The top bench is 815mm from the floor, and the distance from the top bench to the roof is 1100mm.

Yes. The timber should be protected after assembly using suitable breathable wood treatments.

Flat-pack Camilla saunas are supplied untreated because the treatment would be damaged during the assembly process. Once assembled, you should treat the timber in line with the manufacturer’s manual.

For the interior, we recommend Tikkurila Supi Sauna Finish, which is designed for sauna interiors.

For the benches and backrests, we recommend Tikkurila Supi Laudesuoja Bench Protection. This colourless paraffin-oil treatment helps protect the timber from moisture and dirt, making it easier to wipe clean and helping the wood stay in good condition for longer. It is the standard bench treatment we recommend for all outdoor saunas.

For the exterior, use a breathable, UV-rated, water-resistant exterior wood treatment. A good example is Osmo UV Protection Oil, available from B&Q.

You can choose any exterior colour or finish you like, provided it is suitable for outdoor timber, UV-resistant, water-resistant, and breathable. Each sauna comes with spare timber offcuts, so you can test colours before treating the full sauna.

After the initial treatment, inspect and re-treat exposed timber at least every 12 months, or sooner if your location or the manual requires it. Coastal or exposed locations may need more frequent maintenance.

For fully assembled or pre-assembled Camilla saunas, the sauna may arrive pre-treated, but it is not maintenance-free. You should still inspect and re-treat the timber at least every 12 months, or sooner if needed.