SaunaLife CL5GB: a cube sauna with upper, lower, and side benches
The SaunaLife CL5GB is a four person outdoor cube sauna kit. It has an upper bench, a lower bench, and a side bench, giving you a choice of where to sit. It takes up 80.7 by 63 inches of yard or patio space. The B version includes black exterior sauna paint that you brush on yourself. The bronze tinted glass front wall and door let you look outside from the benches. The walls use thermo spruce, which is spruce baked in a kiln to resist rot from moisture. It can last up to twice as long as cedar.
The benches and backrest are heat treated aspen. A shingle roof kit, ventilation, and white LED lighting with an app and handheld remote come in the box. The heater is sold separately, so choose one of the 4 electric heater packages on the page, from 6 to 8 kW, each with its control and stones. You can also add a bucket and ladle or wood care supplies. Need more room? See the SaunaLife CL7GB outdoor cube sauna. The SaunaLife CL5GB ships from Norse Steam by flat rate freight with No Sales Tax (except WY) and our 100% price match guarantee.
SaunaLife combines innovative engineering with meticulous craftsmanship to create spaces that are beautiful, comfortable, and built for a lifetime of enjoyment and good health. The level of quality and attention to detail that goes into each design is off the charts.
Hand-crafted in Northern Europe by sauna fanatics, each room is created especially for those who understand and crave the health and wellness benefits of sauna bathing. SaunaLife builds each room as if we were making it for ourselves.
SaunaLife Outdoor Saunas
These innovative rooms provide the ability to enjoy your natural surroundings during each sauna session. Crafted of the highest-grade wood materials, each space is designed to withstand changing weather conditions.
The features within each room work in unison to create a comfortable bathing sanctuary that both soothes and invigorates. Select from a variety of sizes and styles of outdoor sauna cabins that best suit your design needs and preferences.
Barrel Outdoor Saunas
Create a personal backyard sauna sanctuary with SaunaLife outdoor sauna barrels. These innovative spaces provide a relaxing experience steps away from your home.
SaunaLife barrel saunas are ergonomically engineered for superior comfort, with contoured seating and arched, and wood slanted backrests. These spaces are available in a variety of sizes and configurations to best suit your bathing needs.
Cube-Series Saunas
Premium quality materials are evident everywhere on Cube-Series Saunas. The exterior wood is made from durable full-length staves that have been organically thermally enhanced. This Thermo-Spruce wood is stronger, more dimensionally stable, naturally resists decay and pests, and will far outlast conventional wood. A complete shingle kit with drip rails ensures superior water management and a dry interior. The bronze-tinted 8mm thick front door is both beautiful and tempered for your safety.
SaunaLife Wood-Burning Hot Tubs
These wood-fired hot tub arrives completely assembled and is easy to set up. Its ergonomically shaped fiberglass tub is a comfortable place for up to 6 people. The interior surface is easy to clean, and the exterior is crafted from thermally enhanced spruce for superior weather resistance and durability.
SaunaLife Cold Plunges
Pre-assembled for easy installation, the enhanced Thermo-Pine wood exterior will last up to 2X longer than cedar and has superior thermal resistance. The spacious fiberglass tub contoured for the shape of your body has a 200-gallon water capacity to allow you to submerge in comfort. Matching Thermo-Pine stairs make it easy to get in and out of the tub.
Features
Model CL5GB Outdoor Sauna
- One-of-a-kind outdoor sauna experience
- Beautiful and durable Thermo-Spruce exterior
- Ergonomically constructed to support airflow circulation
- Ergonomic backrest
- Shapely design that invites you in
- Shingled roof for extra protection and durability
- Beautiful tempered front glass door
- Features enough space for you and your guests
- Exterior dimensions: 80.7″W (205 cm) x 63″D (160 cm) x 82.7″H (210.1 cm)
- Interior dimensions: 77.2″W (196.1 cm) x 55.1″D (140 cm) x 74.8″H (190 cm)
- Designed by SaunaLife and handcrafted in Northern Europe
Thermo-Spruce Outdoor Sauna Advantages
- Increased durability
- Splinter resistant
- Darker in color
- Low maintenance
- Excellent stability and strength
White LED Light System
- Dotless white glowing LED lighting
- Wi-Fi, app-based operation capability
- Wireless handheld remote (IP20) and control mounting cradle
- Water and heat-rated LED and wire connections (IP67)
- Flush or articulating mounting clips to set the ideal scene
- Low voltage (24V DC) operation for bathing safety
- 30’ light cable (IP67) to suit all installation applications
- Expandable to control up to four white LED light sources
Includes
Model CL5GB Outdoor Sauna
- Thermo-Spruce Side Walls (42mm)
- Thermo-Spruce Front and Back Walls (28mm)
- Tempered Glass Front Wall (8mm)
- Ergonomic Sauna Benches of Thermo-Aspen
- Ergonomic Backrest of Thermo-Aspen
- Stainless Steel Barrel Bands
- Foundation Cradles
- Roof Shingle Kit
- Fascia Board
- Montage Kit
- Black Front Details
- PROSAUNAS SaunaShield Black Sauna Paints (2)
- Ventilation
- Installation Manual
White LED Light System
- White LED Lights
- Wi-Fi, App-Based Operation
- Wireless Handheld Remote & Mounting Cradle
- Power Supply
- Driver
- 30’ Light Cable
- Mounting Clips, Articulating
- Mounting Clips, Flush
- Installation Manual
Shipping
Flat Rate Freight: $950 flat rate shipping to the contiguous United States. $1,250 for Canada. Note: On rare occasions, remote or complex delivery areas may not qualify for this rate.
Freight Quote for Other Areas: Email support@norsesteam.com
Heater Systems & Accessory Freight: Sauna heater system and accessories may ship in a protective box on top of this room’s crate. If so, shipping and packaging is FREE. An additional heater system freight charge may apply for secondary pallets required for heavy or fragile sauna heaters.
About This Delivery: The weight and packaging of this handcrafted sauna sanctuary requires delivery by special appointment, and on a wooden pallet. The driver is responsible for “curbside delivery only” and will lower the items to ground level. Prior to shipping this product, we often contact customers to share shipment details and discuss any extenuating delivery circumstances that may complicate or cause additional delivery expenses. Our goal is to ensure your project’s success.
Shipping Dimensions: 81″W (206 cm) x 44″D (112 cm) x 42″H (107 cm)
Shipping Weight (Less Heater): 1680 lbs
FAQ
What does the B in the model name mean, and do I have to paint it myself?
The B means the SaunaLife CL5GB is the base kit with two containers of black exterior sauna paint, and yes, you brush it on yourself after assembly. Follow the paint manual on the Manual tab and apply it outside only, never inside the hot room. The paint expands and contracts with the weather and will need a fresh coat over the years to stay black.
Does this sauna come with a heater, and what size should I pick?
No, a heater is not included. The Select Heater add on on this page offers four electric packages sized for this room, from 6 to 8 kW, each with controls and stones. Pick one when you order or buy one later, and choose a higher kW option for a colder climate.
What electrical work does it need?
Your property and heater choice determine the work, so have a licensed electrician install a dedicated, hardwired 240 volt circuit using the heater manual to size the breaker and wire. These heaters cannot plug in, share a dryer, hot tub, or EV circuit, or use extension cords. Outdoor runs need buried conduit and a weatherproof disconnect, and the LED power unit mounts outside the hot room in a weatherproof box you provide.
What do I put under it? Can it go on a deck?
Yes, if your deck is built to carry the weight, which needs checking for your property. Use a firm, flat, level base of compacted gravel topped with pavers, a concrete slab, or a suitable deck, and refer to the Specifications tab for the 1,680 pound shipping weight. Avoid bare grass or soil because they hold moisture against the wood, and an uneven base can leave the staves misaligned and the door unable to latch.
How long does it take to build?
Plan on a full weekend for a first build, based on owner reports. SaunaLife rates the cube kits for two people, and hanging the door is the step to take slowly. Plan the electrician's visit for a separate day.
Does the glass front lose heat in winter?
Yes, the glass front loses a little more heat in deep cold, but the sauna is built for year round outdoor use. In freezing weather, warmup often takes 45 to 90 minutes instead of 30 to 45 minutes. Keep the vents clear.
How many people really fit?
Four people is the maximum seated capacity on the benches. Plan on two or three people if you want room to stretch out or lie down.
What is thermo spruce, and does it smell like a sauna?
Thermo spruce is Nordic spruce heat treated in a kiln with steam, giving it a mild toasted smell without resin or cedar's strong aroma. It absorbs less moisture, moves less with the weather, and can last up to twice as long as cedar outdoors. Bare wood turns silver gray cosmetically, while this model uses black paint as its exterior finish.
How is it delivered?
It ships by freight truck on a wooden pallet, with curbside delivery by appointment. The driver lowers the pallet to the ground and stops there, so arrange two or three people to carry the pieces in. Inspect the crate before signing and note any damage on the receipt.