Nordic bath
Origin and Benefits
Hydrotherapy has existed since humans first walked the earth… The origins of bathing go back over 2,000 years before Christ. The Egyptians were among the first to appreciate hot baths. The healing power of hot water has also been practiced for thousands of years in Asia. The Chinese were the first to craft wooden bathtubs for therapeutic purposes, followed by the Japanese, Americans, Scandinavians—and now, us!
Our Nordic bath, in its purest form—a wooden tub equipped with a wood-fired heater—will bring you well-being and joy for many years to come.
Our Nordic bath models
Our baths are designed to be self-supporting, meaning they require no fixation to the floor or walls. You have several installation options:
– on a concrete slab (strongly recommended)
– on an existing deck, provided it is recent or reinforced.
Feel free to ask us for advice if you’re unsure about placement.
Our Nordic baths come in standard sizes ranging from 1.5 m for the smallest to 2.1 m for the largest. The interior height is 1.10 m, with the water level about 15 cm below the rim. The benches, which are separate and comfortable, are mounted on fully machined solid wood brackets fixed to the walls and positioned 45 cm from the bottom.
Our staves are 40 mm thick and curved for better watertightness, enhanced aesthetics, and improved comfort—something only we offer!
Options
– Glass holder
– Fixed shelf
– Three-step curved staircase
– Filtration and heating unit
– Wi-Fi module for remote control
– Wooden casing to conceal the unit
Surface
Ensure easy access to the bath’s final location, making sure no obstacles block delivery. Check that doorways are wide enough to allow the passage of the fully assembled bath—or its parts if delivered disassembled. Also verify that the structure can support the weight of the filled bath with people inside—water is the heaviest part. The surface must be as stable as possible, otherwise the wooden structure may become damaged over time.
Note: For baths built into a wooden deck, make sure there is adequate air circulation and proper drainage beneath the unit!
Electricity: Optionally, the bath can be connected to one of our custom filtration units. In that case, an electrician must run a cable directly from the house’s electrical panel to the unit’s location, in either single-phase or three-phase, protected by a mandatory 30mA residual current device.
We offer
We offer two ranges of Nordic baths: with an integrated stove or with an external boiler.
Both options have their advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages of integrated stoves:
– no risk of freezing
– nothing around the bath
– faster heating
– aesthetic and authentic look
– delivered fully assembled for quick and easy setup
Disadvantages of integrated stoves:
– reduced space inside the tub
– ash removal is less convenient
– annual cleaning behind the stove required
– cannot use an insulated cover on top
– wooden lid is somewhat heavy and bulky
Advantages of external boilers:
– no loss of space inside the tub
– more precise temperature control (with thermometer)
– easier ash removal
– less effort to load wood into the firebox
– allows for the use of an insulated cover on the tub
Disadvantages of external boilers:
– risk of boiler freezing in winter
– slightly longer heating time
– caution with children, as the chimney gets hot!
– takes up floor space
For the installation of a Nordic bath:
Plan for a 15 cm reinforced concrete slab underneath, capable of supporting a load of 1000 kg per m².
Ensure a nearby tap for filling the bath.
Provide access to rainwater or wastewater drainage nearby. If your drainage point is not close, we can supply an electric utility pump with a 7 m hose.
When setting up the bath, be mindful of obstacles or narrow passages between the delivery point and the installation site.
How to use it?
A Norwegian wooden bath can be used every day if you wish! We recommend rinsing off in the shower before getting in, as this helps keep the water clean for longer. Usage depends on your health condition, but ideally, you should stay in the water for at least 20 minutes to allow the central nervous system to fully relax and to maximize the body–water osmosis.
The ideal temperature for the body to respond is 38°C. Effects start to be felt from 34°C. At this point, the pores dilate and blood circulation increases, facilitating the absorption of elements in the water (such as natural wood essential oils) into the body.
How to maintain it?
Western Red Cedar is a wood highly resistant to weather and humid environments. You can leave it untreated, or apply a clear oil (such as a saturator) to make it more water-repellent and UV-resistant—only on the exterior, never inside the bath.
In a wooden bath, the water doesn’t stagnate! There’s a natural exchange with the outside—wood breathes. That’s the same reason wooden barrels are used for wine.
Every 30 days, when draining the bath, simply scrub the interior with a non-foaming disinfectant and rinse thoroughly with clean water.
Lifespan and warranty
The 304L stainless steel bands, made in France, are guaranteed for 10 years.
All woodwork is guaranteed for 5 years against structural and manufacturing defects.
Other components are covered by a 2-year warranty.
