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What Makes Hetki Sauna So Unique?
Have you thought about adding a sauna to your backyard or garden? A high-quality outdoor sauna enhances relaxation, wellbeing, social...
6 days ago


The Essence of Forests – Celebrating International Day of Forests
Forests: Lifeline for Our Planet Today, March 21st, marks the International Day of Forests, a global observance established by the United...
Mar 21


Sauna and Sleep: The Perfect Combination for Better Rest
Quality sleep is critical to all aspects of health – it’s one of our most fundamental needs. Sleep isn’t a luxury. And neither is sauna....
Mar 15


Guide to Maintaining Your Sauna
A well-maintained sauna is the key to years of relaxation, health benefits, and memorable moments with family and friends. Sauna care...
Mar 6


The Floor of a Hetki Sauna in the Making
A handcrafted Hetki Sauna carries countless fingerprints – every piece carefully placed, every detail considered. Our saunas are...
Mar 4


The Ultimate Outdoor Sauna Experience: Why a Hetki Sauna Belongs in Your Home or Getaway
Are you considering adding an outdoor sauna to your backyard or garden? If so, now is the perfect time to turn that thought into reality....
Feb 10


A little heat, a lot of HAPPINESS!
Have you ever wondered what habits set the world's happiest people apart? One secret might surprise you: regular sauna use. Sauna isn’t...
Feb 7


Why Are Saunas Perfect for Year-round Enjoyment and Wellness Practice?
Let's debunk a pretty common sauna misconception: While it’s true that saunas provide warmth and comfort during the chilly winter months...
Jan 29


Is the Traditional Finnish Sauna a Dry Sauna?
Have you heard someone claim that the Finnish sauna is a dry sauna? And have you perhaps seen signs forbidding the pouring of water onto...
Jan 9


How Long Should I Stay in the Sauna?
If you’ve visited a sauna – especially outside of Finland – you might have noticed an accessory that’s very rarely found in saunas in...
Dec 17, 2024


The Importance of Quality and Attention to Detail in Sauna Design and Build - Example: Pest Mesh
Pictured: Juhana, one of our skilled sauna masters, installing a pest mesh. Yes, above all, sauna is an experience – one of relaxation,...
Dec 3, 2024


Hetki is going west!
This marks a significant milestone as our first saunas are on their way to North America! 🎶 "Go west - Life is peaceful there  Go west -...
Dec 1, 2024


BRIGHT Friday to everyone!
At Hetki, we pour our hearts into crafting the finest genuine log saunas, staying true to Finnish sauna-building traditions. Each sauna...
Nov 29, 2024


Introducing Hetki's Signature Craftsmanship: The Dovetail Corner Joints
When it comes to sauna construction, dovetail corner joints make all the difference. Â A dovetail joint is a joinery technique used in...
Oct 2, 2024


Saunailta - The Finnish Tradition of Sauna Evenings and Social Connection
Sauna brings people together in a way that few other experiences can. In Finland, we have a special word for this cherished tradition:...
Sep 24, 2024


The Art of Löyly: Finland's Sacred Sauna Steam and Heat
Saunas are a cornerstone of Finnish culture, and at the heart of this experience is löyly - the steam and heat created when water is...
Sep 5, 2024


Embracing the Mökki Sauna Experience
When you think of Finland, one of the first things that comes to mind is the sauna – a place of warmth, relaxation, and tradition. Within...
Aug 12, 2024


Why quality and attention to detail matter in sauna design?
When it comes to investing in an outdoor sauna, there are countless options available on the market which is great that you have a wide...
Aug 8, 2024


The Health and Wellness Benefits of Finnish Sauna
Scientifically backed evidence supporting the health and wellness benefits of Finnish sauna is growing, as highlighted in the...
Jul 11, 2024


What is that birch twig bundle in a Finnish sauna?
Ever heard of a sauna whisk, a "vihta" or "vasta"? This is a bundle of fresh birch twigs used to gently whip the sauna-heated skin,...
Jun 21, 2024
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