Why a Nova Sauna Costs More. Quality Matters
Most saunas look identical online. They aren't. Here are the four hidden differences that determine how long your sauna lasts and how well it performs.
Built once. Enjoyed for 20+ years.
No Finger Jointed Timber
Every Nova sauna is built from full length, 100% Canadian timber with no adhesives. This is one of the easiest corners for manufacturers to cut. It looks identical, so buyers never realise they're getting a cheaper product.
Cheap timber and glued offcuts are more prone to splitting and movement, while unnecessary adhesives have no place in a sauna your family uses.
Thermal Modification
Most brands skip thermal modification because it’s one of the most expensive manufacturing steps and you can't see the difference before you buy. You only notice it years later when the timber starts shrinking, warping and opening up.
The word "thermally modified" or "Thermowood" on the spec sheet.
38mm vs 30mm Timber
Thicker timber is significantly more expensive, which is why many manufacturers use 30mm panels instead. They look almost identical online, but the difference becomes obvious every time you step inside.
Faster heat up times, better heat retention and a sauna that is actually built to last for decades.
Fully Assembled, 15 Point Quality Check
You're investing thousands into a sauna. The last thing you want is to discover missing parts or manufacturing defects halfway through installation.
What to look for.
If You're Looking for the Cheapest Sauna, We're Not for You.
You've now seen the hidden differences that separate a premium outdoor sauna from a cheaper alternative. If you're looking for the cheapest option on the market, unfortunately that isn't us.
But if you're looking for the highest quality outdoor sauna on the market, engineered specifically for Australian conditions and built to last for decades, there's a reason so many Australians choose Nova.
