The Charlie Cabin Sauna

The ranges will be from 110°F – 200°F. Due to the high bench locations, we recommend from 175°F – 195°F

Depending on geographic location, seasonality, and the location of your sauna heating times will differ, but expect 50 - 90 on colder months.

Both. Your heater will naturally give off dry heat, however, with a bucket and ladel you can enjoy steam.

Set it on a flat, level, load-bearing surface such as a concrete slab, pavers on compacted gravel, or a deck rated for hot-tub-level loads. Avoid bare soil and spots that collect water.

• Outdoors: Great on patios, pads, or decks. Keep it out of sprinkler spray and standing water. In rainy/snowy climates, place under eaves or add a roof kit to reduce weathering.
• Indoors: Choose a room with a water-resistant floor (sealed concrete or tile). A floor drain is nice-to-have but not required. Provide basic ventilation (window or bath fan) to handle humidity and protect nearby finishes. Keep the unit slightly away from walls.

Plan on 3–5 hours with at least three people; at least one should be comfortable with basic carpentry.

Yes. All heater power supply and hookup must be done by a licensed electrician. We highly recommend having your hookup done PRIOR to your sauna arriving.

• The Charlie Cabin is ship crated via residential freight. Deliveries are typically curbside; the driver lowers the crate at the curb of your driveway.
• Final placement and assembly aren’t included.
• If you have questions on shipping or your location has access constraints.

Assembly is DIY-friendly for handy customers, but we can often refer you to third-party installers in select markets. Availability and pricing vary by location. Please contact our sales team to arrange a build.

Every SISU sauna requires a dedicated 240V circuit and installation by a licensed electrician.

The good news? This is standard work for most residential electricians and can typically be completed in a single visit.

Simply share the electrical requirements below for your sauna model:

The Charlie Cabin requires a dedicated 240V, 40A circuit with #8/3 wire, plus an external disconnect switch. The heater must be hardwired and should not be installed on a GFCI breaker.

Final cost depends on:

• Distance from your electrical panel
• Existing panel capacity
• Local labor rates
• Indoor vs outdoor installation

We recommend contacting an electrician before your sauna arrives. Providing the model-specific requirements above allows them to quickly confirm compatibility and provide an accurate quote.