Golden Designs "St. Moritz" 2 Person Barrel Traditional Sauna - Pacific Cedar

The Golden Designs "St. Moritz" 2-Person Barrel Sauna offers a departure from the cabin style, utilizing the classic cylindrical design favored by traditionalists. The barrel shape isn't just aesthetic; it’s highly functional for outdoor use, allowing for superior heat circulation and natural water runoff.

## 🌀 The Barrel Advantage

The curved walls of the St. Moritz provide two distinct benefits:

1. Efficient Heating: Because there are no "dead corners" at the top of the unit, the heat from the stove naturally follows the curve of the walls, pushing the warmest air back down toward the benches.

2. Structural Integrity: Barrel saunas are designed to expand and contract with the seasons. The Pacific Premium Cedar slats are held together by stainless steel bands, ensuring the unit remains watertight and durable against snow and rain.

## 🌡️ Heating & Customization

The St. Moritz is a "High Heat" specialist, designed to reach temperatures up to $190^{\circ}F$.

• Standard Stove: 6.0 kW with built-in controls.
• Optional Upgrade: 8.0 kW Stove (recommended if you live in a climate with extreme winters, as it will heat the cabin faster).
• The Ritual: This is a "wet/dry" sauna. Use the included wooden bucket and scoop to pour water over the stones to create "Löyly" (therapeutic steam), which opens the pores and clears the respiratory system.

## ⚡ Electrical Requirements

While this model lacks the Infrared panels of the Loviisa or Kaskinen, it still requires significant power for the traditional heater and the accent lighting.

Note: You will need a certified electrician to run these dedicated lines to your outdoor location.

## ✨ Included Luxury Features

• Bronze Privacy Glass: The tempered glass door is tinted to keep your session private while letting you enjoy the view of your yard.
• Accent Lighting: Includes an interior backrest with an accent light and an LED control panel to manage the atmosphere.
• Aromatic Pacific Cedar: Known for its durability and pleasant scent, the cedar construction creates a sensory "spa" environment the moment you step inside.
• Essential Accessories: Every unit ships with the traditional sandglass timer, bucket, and scoop.

## 🛠️ Installation & Placement

• Outdoor Foundation: Unlike cabin-style saunas, barrel saunas sit on "cradles." These must be placed on a level surface such as a concrete pad, a deck, or a leveled gravel bed with pavers.
• Assembly: Barrel saunas are shipped as a "kit" of individual staves (slats). While assembly is a rewarding DIY project, ensure you have a second person to help hold the staves in place as you tighten the steel bands.