Review of the Almost Heaven Barrel Sauna after 2.5 Years

This is my first proper video on my channel. In it, I review my experience building and using the Almost Heaven 4-Person electric heater sauna.

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[ErikStenbakken]

This is a GREAT review. You hit all the things I wanted to know with zero fluff or BS. Plus, learned Costco carries these from you. Major win! Thank you.

[jesscartwright]

What fasteners did you use to screw in the corrugated metal? That’s exactly what I’m planning to do with my sauna. I live a couple hours north of Seattle.

[goldstawh]

Thanks! Where did you get the corrugated steel? We are looking to get one as well and that looks like a great solution. I see someone else asked, but can't see your reply. Thank you!

[serpentbearer]

I actually build these and almost heaven is one of our customers, wild that I happen to see this video lol

[TylerDownes]

Thanks for the review. You don’t happen to have a video on how to do the electrical yourself, do you? 😊

[VenilaRice]

How long have you had the sauna? How's the wood expansion and contraction? Do you see gaps in between the wood? thanks for the video!

[onacres]

Thanks for the review. I’m planning to use this inside an insulated shed. It would resolve the problems with water. I’m wondering if all your gaps were sealed could this get hotter? Thanks

[colt]

Hi James thanks for the video. I’m 6 feet tall and was wondering if you feel hunched over when sitting in it due to the round design?

[scottfigueroa]

Hi! How much did your electric bill go up from using this sauna? Approximately

[deborahleopo]

Where did you buy the corrugated steel? Was that offered through heavenly sauna?

[alechall]

Have you had any issues with the door?

[stevenwest]

Did you notice a considerable spike in your electric bill from the use of the sauna?

[Bill-tzwg]

I have an old 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe that was sitting in my driveway going nowhere. I realized it was an ideal sauna. I just make sure the sunroof cover is slid back a couple hours before noon and it's easy to get the temp up to 105-115 (and I live in Ohio). I know. I know. That's not as high of a temp as Sauna's but the humidity usually ranges from 40-60% as opposed to 10% in a sauna. My sessions are also 60 minutes. The extra humidity makes the perspiration process less effective and, in turn, enhances the autophagic response created from the heat-exposure hormesis. You don't need a sunroof for this but it's nice. When the heat index gets too much (for me it's approaching 115) you can cool it off by opening the sunroof and/or cracking the windows. Technically, it's the humidity that drops more than the temperature when you crack the windows. I always have a big mug of electrolyte powder infused water with me as well as a couple of microfiber towels for my elbows and a Bluetooth speaker with a 60-minute upbeat music playlist for a timer. I wear a headband to keep sweat out of my eyes. Red flags for immediate evacuation are dizziness, lightheadedness, extreme sleepiness and nausea. If I feel any of those, which has only happened once, I get out of the car immediately. I'm not a doctor and, officially, I suggest you consult with one before implementing this technique.