Questions and Answers
We have compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions here.
Saunas and enclosures
What kind of foundations are needed?
We recommend pile foundations or screw pile foundations for all of our buildings. It's advisable to construct the foundations carefully on a frost-free base, ensuring stable foundations and preventing the building from shifting. We will provide you with a dimensioned drawing for the foundations, making them easy to implement.
How should the exterior and interior surfaces of a log be treated?
For exterior surfaces, minimal treatment is a colourless protective treatment that protects against moisture and mildew spots. During damp seasons, we recommend treating the surface soon after delivery. The protective treatment can also be selected as an accessory, in which case it will be applied at the factory. Otherwise, the same instructions apply to the surface treatment as for the treatment of timber surfaces in general.
What is the delivery time for a sauna or shed?
The delivery time for gazebos and outbuildings varies slightly depending on the season. As a general rule, the delivery time is approximately seven weeks from order confirmation. It is also worth considering the duration of any building permit process in the schedule. Some of our models (stock models) are also available with a shorter delivery time.
Can the floor plans be modified?
The garden sauna can be adapted to your needs, and the floor plans can be modified in many ways. Our design process begins with listening to the client's thoughts, wishes and needs. Based on these, we design the best floor plans: the placement of doors, windows and internal walls, as well as any possible additions and removals.
Can a garden sauna be electrified?
Yes, it is also possible to electrify a garden sauna. When the electrification is implemented during the manufacture of the garden sauna, the cables can be routed hidden away, and the electrification does not need to be done as surface cabling. Once the building is installed in place, the electrical distribution board needs to be connected. You can arrange this with a local electrical installation company, for example.
What kind of guarantee do buildings have?
We offer a comprehensive 12-year warranty on the log frame. The warranty for the floor, ceiling, benches, and electrical installations is 2 years. For other parts, the warranty of each manufacturer applies.
Is it possible to have a window of a different size in the building? And an exterior door for the sauna room? So, can modifications be made to the standard models?
We have invested a great deal of time and expertise into the design of our saunas. Our models have been refined over the years to be excellent and functional. However, we understand that needs vary and individual modifications are sometimes necessary. Please get in touch and we can discuss what we can do.
Does a garden sauna need planning permission?
An outbuilding or a garden sauna does not require a building permit if its size is less than 30 m² and it is not intended for residential use. You can read more about the Building Act, which entered into force on 1 January 2025. here.
General
How much does the transport of the building cost?
The cost of transport is influenced by the size of the building and the transport distance. For ready-made deliveries, the cost of transport always includes installation.
Example prices from Ehta
- Sauna cabin 20 ready for delivery to Tampere: €900
- Pre-delivery of the guest house 30 to Lahti: 3400 €
- Pihasauna 13 material delivery to Pudasjärvi: €870
Where can I see Ehta's yard saunas and granaries?
Our buildings are on display in Marketanpuisto in Espoo. See more information. You are also warmly welcome to visit our production facilities in Perho. See location and contact us.
Is it normal for a log to crack or have knots in it?
We use warp-free and durable laminated timber. Laminated timber is made from domestic, naturally grown spruce. Minor cracking and knots are normal and not detrimental. Resin may also ooze from the knots initially, but the oozing will stop over time.
Where does delivery operate? What kind of load capacity is required for a cabin road?
Delivery is arranged throughout mainland Finland. Of course, the truck must be transported by road to the destination. The transport width is 2.6-3.5 m and the mass is over 20 tonnes.
How much does a garden sauna delivery cost?
The prices for the sauna packages are available on the website and are accurate. We have not listed the delivery price as the freight cost for the sauna depends on the delivery location. But don't worry. Send us a message and the lads will work out a quote for you.