Sauna Layout Drawings and Designs

Designing your dream custom sauna just got easier with our free sauna layout drawings. Whether you're building a small, medium, or large sauna, our intelligently laid out floor plans will help you maximize comfort and efficiency. From bench placement to heater and door location, we've got you covered with solutions for nearly every standard sauna size.

A well-designed sauna layout can transform your sauna experience, whether you're working with limited space or designing for a larger group. Proper planning ensures that you maximize comfort, safety, and efficiency. Whether you're looking for a compact sauna layout for small spaces or the best sauna layouts for large families, our free designs can guide you in making the right choice. If you're seeking custom sauna design inspiration, we offer layouts that can be tailored to your specific needs, ensuring you get the perfect fit for your space.

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Small Saunas (1-2 Persons)

For those with limited space, our small sauna layouts are designed to provide maximum comfort in a compact footprint.

4'x3' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 1 Person
• Dimensions: 4 feet x 3 feet
• Layout: Single bench along the longer wall, heater on the opposing wall in the corner, door adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Compact and efficient, perfect for a single person. Door and heater sides can be switched.

4'x4' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 2 Persons
• Dimensions: 4 feet x 4 feet
• Layout: Two tier benches along back wall, heater on the opposite wall, door adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Square layout, compact for two person upright occupancy. Door and heater sides can be swapped.

5'x3' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 1 Person
• Dimensions: 5 feet x 3 feet
• Layout: Two tier benches along the shorter wall, heater on the adjacent long wall in the corner, door on the opposing long wall.
• Notes: Narrow design but suitable for one person. Heater can be mounted on the short wall opposing the benches as well.

3'x5' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 2 Persons
• Dimensions: 3 feet x 5 feet
• Layout: Bench along one long wall, heater on the opposing wall, door adjacent to the longer bench.
• Notes: Slim design with slightly more space for 2 persons upright or one to lay down.

4'x5' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 2 Persons
• Dimensions: 4 feet x 5 feet
• Layout: Two tier benches along back wall, heater on the opposite wall, door adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Square layout, compact for two person occupancy. Door and heater sides can be swapped.

4'x6' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 2 Persons
• Dimensions: 4 feet x 6 feet
• Layout: Upper and lower benches along one short wall, heater opposite the benches, door adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Provides comfortable seating for two persons in a compact layout. Door and heater sides can be swapped.

5'x4' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 2 Persons
• Dimensions: 5 feet x 4 feet
• Layout: Upper and lower benches along one long wall, heater on the wall opposite to the benches, door adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Suitable for two (potentially 3) persons with efficient use of space. Door and heater sides can be swapped.

Medium Saunas (3-4 Persons)

Our medium sauna layouts offer the perfect balance between space and comfort, making them ideal for small groups.

5'x5' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 3 Persons
• Dimensions: 5 feet x 5 feet
• Layout: L Bench with Upper and lower benches along the long wall, and single raised bench on short walls, heater on the shorter wall, door adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Cozy layout with L-shaped seating for three people.

6'x4' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 3 Persons
• Dimensions: 6 feet x 4 feet
• Layout: Bench along the longer wall with raised footrest, heater on the opposing wall, door adjacent to it.
• Notes: Narrow but sufficient for 3 people. Only room for one to lay down.

4'x7' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 3 Persons
• Dimensions: 4 feet x 7 feet
• Layout: Upper and lower benches along one long wall, heater on the adjacent wall, door opposite the heater.
• Notes: Similar to other designs but with slightly more space for three persons or two to lay down.

5'x6' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 3 Persons
• Dimensions: 5 feet x 6 feet
• Layout: Upper and lower benches along one long wall, heater on the adjacent wall, door opposite the heater.
• Notes: Similar to other designs but with slightly more space for three persons or two to lay down.

6'x5' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 3 Persons
• Dimensions: 6 feet x 5 feet
• Layout: Upper and lower benches along the longer wall, heater on the opposite wall, door adjacent to it.
• Notes: Slightly larger, offering more comfort for 3 persons.

7'x5' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 4 Persons
• Dimensions: 7 feet x 5 feet
• Layout: L Bench with Upper and lower benches along the long wall, and single raised bench on short wall. Heater adjacent to the lower long bench, door adjacent to the heater in the center of the room.
• Notes: Provides efficient 4 person seating.

5'x7' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 3-4 Persons
• Dimensions: 5 feet x 7 feet
• Layout: Upper and lower benches along one long wall, heater on the adjacent wall, door opposite the heater.
• Notes: Similar to other designs but with slightly more space for three-four persons or two to lay down.

6'x6' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 4 Persons
• Dimensions: 6 feet x 6 feet
• Layout: L-shaped bench covering two walls, heater on the shorter wall, door adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Cozy environment for three people with L-shaped seating.

Large Saunas (5-12 Persons)

For those who entertain larger groups, our large sauna layouts provide spacious and comfortable seating options.

7'x6' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 5 Persons
• Dimensions: 7 feet x 6 feet
• Layout: Top L-shaped bench (20" wide) along the longer wall and adjacent shorter wall, and bottom bench (16" wide) along the longer wall, heater opposite the bench on shorter wall, door located on the longer wall in the middle of the room adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Efficient use of space with seating for five persons.

8'x5' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 5-6 Persons
• Dimensions: 8 feet x 5 feet
• Layout: Top L-shaped bench (20" wide) and bottom L-shaped bench (16" wide) covering two walls, heater opposite the bench on the longer wall, door located on the longer wall in the middle of the room adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Comfortable seating arrangement for 5-6 persons.

5'x8' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 4 Persons
• Dimensions: 5 feet x 8 feet
• Layout: Two benches on long wall, heater in the corner of the the opposing wall, door on the opposing wall to the heater.
• Notes: Narrow design but with space for four upright persons or two to lay down and two to sit up.

7'x7' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 6 Persons
• Dimensions: 7 feet x 7 feet
• Layout: Top L-shaped bench (20" wide) and bottom L-shaped bench (16" wide) covering two walls, heater opposite the bench on shorter wall, door located on the longer wall in the middle of the room adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Spacious and comfortable seating for six persons with a social layout.

8'x6' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 6 Persons
• Dimensions: 8 feet x 6 feet
• Layout: Top L-shaped bench and bottom L-shaped bench covering two walls, heater opposite the bench on shorter wall, door located on the longer wall in the middle of the room adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Provides ample seating for 5-6 people, suitable for social gatherings.

8'x8' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 7-8 Persons
• Dimensions: 8 feet x 8 feet
• Layout: Top L-shaped bench and bottom L-shaped bench covering two walls, heater opposite the bench on shorter wall, door located on the longer wall in the middle of the room adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Spacious layout offering a social environment, accommodating a larger group comfortably.

10'x7' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 58Persons
• Dimensions: 10 feet x 7 feet
• Layout: Top L-shaped bench (20" wide) and bottom L-shaped bench (16" wide) covering two walls, heater opposite the bench on the longer wall, door located on the longer wall in the middle of the room adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Provides ample seating for eight people, suitable for social gatherings.

10'x8' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 8-9 Persons
• Dimensions: 10 feet x 8 feet
• Layout: Top L-shaped bench and bottom L-shaped bench covering two walls, heater opposite the bench on shorter wall, door located on the longer wall in the middle of the room adjacent to the heater.
• Notes: Perfect for larger group use, maximizing seating space.

12'x8' Sauna Layout

• Seats: 12 Persons
• Dimensions: 12 feet x 8 feet
• Layout: U-shaped bench covering three walls, heater adjacent to the lower L bench on shorter wall, door located adjacent to one side of the bench.
• Notes: Spacious layout designed for large groups, offering plenty of seating with a U-shaped configuration.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why is having a well-designed sauna layout important?

A well-designed sauna layout ensures that you maximize space, safety, and comfort. Proper bench placement, heater location, and door positioning can enhance your overall sauna experience.

What are the best sauna layouts for small spaces?

For small spaces, layouts such as the 4'x3' and 5'x3' are ideal. They provide efficient use of space while still allowing for a comfortable sauna experience. Compact sauna layouts for small spaces can be customized further to fit unique dimensions.

Can I customize these sauna layouts?

Yes, you can customize any of our sauna layouts to fit your specific needs. Our custom sauna design service offers personalized support to help you create the perfect sauna layout for your space.

What is the ideal sauna layout for large families?

Layouts such as the 10'x8' or 12'x8' are perfect for large families or groups. These designs offer ample seating and a spacious environment, making them the best sauna layouts for large families.

What should I consider when designing a custom sauna?

When designing a custom sauna, consider the size of the space, the number of people it needs to accommodate, and the placement of benches, heaters, and doors. Also, think about ventilation and the materials you will use for construction.

Can I switch the door and heater sides?

In most of our layouts, the door and heater sides can be switched. This flexibility allows you to adapt the design to better fit your space.

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