The Golden Designs Kaskinen 6-Person Pacific Cedar / 2 Tone / Black Barn Hybrid Outdoor Sauna is your complete wellness destination—right in your backyard. Designed to seat up to six adults comfortably, this outdoor sauna combines a powerful Harvia 8kW traditional stove with advanced PureTech™ full-spectrum infrared technology. Whether you prefer the high heat of traditional steam or the deep, targeted warmth of infrared, the Kaskinen gives you the freedom to choose. With its weather-resistant exterior and Canadian Red Cedar interior, this unit delivers exceptional durability, natural beauty, and unmatched versatility.
An optional Wi-Fi heater upgrade is available for enhanced control flexibility. The optional Wi-Fi heater upgrade replaces the standard control with an external digital control panel and a Wi-Fi-enabled system, letting you schedule heat and monitor from your phone.
Best Uses:
- Best for families or groups who want a spacious 6-person outdoor hybrid sauna for shared relaxation and recovery.
- Best for users who want flexible heat options, from traditional steam sessions up to 190°F to full spectrum infrared warmth up to 140°F.
- Well suited for year-round outdoor installations where all-weather construction, a flat roof design, and group capacity are important.
- A strong fit for shoppers who value near zero EMF infrared heating, galaxy star color therapy lighting, backrest accent lighting, Bluetooth controls, performance speakers, and included sauna accessories.
Key Features:
- 6-person capacity
- Pacific Cedar / 2 Tone / Black Finish
- 8.0 kW stove with built-in controls
- Full Spectrum IR: Total 15 IR Emitters. 7 Carbon PureTech™ Near Zero EMF Heating Panels and 8 Near Infrared Heating Elements
- All-weather exterior with all-natural Canadian Red Cedar Interior
- Clear Tempered glass door
- Interior ceiling galaxy star color therapy lighting system
- Interior backrest with accent light
- Interior LED Control Panel with Bluetooth Connection
- Flat Roof
- Built-in Performance Speakers
- Sandglass, bucket, and scoop
- Traditional Stove: 170-185 is the ideal temperature range; sauna can heat up to 190F
- Full Spectrum IR: 118-132 is the ideal temperature range; sauna can heat up to 140F
- Electrical service: 240V / 30 or 40AMP (Stove & Full Spectrum) (Please consult a certified electrician.)
- Outdoor Use
Health Benefits:
- Lowers blood pressure
- Detoxifies
- Increases blood circulation
- Alleviates joint pain
- Eases pain from sore muscles or aching joints
- Burns calories
- Improves skin tone
- Many other benefits
The Best of Both Worlds – Hybrid Saunas
A hybrid sauna is the best choice for versatility, offering both deep-penetrating infrared heat and high-temperature traditional steam in one unit, allowing users to customize their wellness routine. It provides superior muscle recovery, pain relief, and detoxification, making it perfect for households with differing preferences or for those seeking both rapid relaxation and intense sweat.
Key Reasons to Choose a Hybrid Sauna
- Ultimate Flexibility & Customization: You can switch between or combine infrared (lower heat, deep penetration) and traditional (high heat, humidity) modes.
- Enhanced Health Benefits: Combines the muscle pain relief and joint flexibility of infrared with the cardiovascular and detoxification benefits of traditional heat.
- Optimal Performance Anytime: Infrared panels provide immediate warmth, while traditional heaters can quickly heat the sauna in colder environments or outdoor settings.
- Increased Relaxation and Mental Health: The combination helps reduce cortisol levels and induces profound relaxation.
- Versatile Design: These units are often compact and designed to be user-friendly, providing a complete 2-in-1 spa experience in a single home space, says Heavenly Heat Saunas.
Drawbacks to Consider
- Higher Initial Cost: They are generally more expensive than single-type saunas, say Nook Saunas.
- Complex Maintenance: With two heating systems, there are more components to maintain.
Hybrid saunas are ideal for users who do not want to choose between the therapeutic benefits of infrared and the traditional sauna experience.
Features:
- 6 person capacity
- Pacific Cedar / 2 Tone / Black Finish
- 8.0 kw Stove with built in controls
- Full Spectrum IR: Total 15 IR Emitters. 7 Carbon PureTech™ Near Zero EMF Heating Panels and 8 Near Infrared Heating Elements
- All Weather Exterior with all Natural Canadian Red Cedar Interior
- Clear Tempered glass door
- Interior ceiling galaxy star color therapy lighting system
- Interior backrest with accent light
- Interior LED Control Panel with Bluetooth Connection
- Flat Roof
- Built in Performance Speakers
- Sandglass, bucket, and scoop
- Traditional Stove: 170-185 is the ideal temperature range, sauna can heat up to 190F
- Full Spectrum IR: 118-132 is the ideal temperature range, sauna can heat up to 140F
- Electrical service: 240V / 30 or 40AMP (Stove & Full Spectrum) (Please consult a certified electrician.)
- Outdoor Use
Choosing Between Saunas
If you’re wondering what the difference between FAR infrared saunas and traditional steam saunas is, look no further! One of the main differences is how heat is generated. While FAR infrared saunas generate heat as light waves, traditional steam saunas generate convectional heat by using electricity to heat rocks. Another key difference is the time it takes for the sauna to heat up - FAR infrared saunas take about 10-15 minutes to heat up, while traditional Steam saunas take about an hour. Additionally, FAR infrared saunas run about 30° cooler than traditional saunas, but you may sweat more than you would in a traditional steam sauna as your body absorbs the light waves.

A traditional sauna uses dry or steam heat to warm the air, offering benefits like improved circulation, detoxification, muscle relaxation, and stress relief.
- High temperatures ranging from 150-195°F
- Heated air or steam for warming the body
- Adjustable humidity via water poured on hot stones

Infrared and Traditional Saunas by Golden Designs
Golden Designs, Inc. collaborates directly with manufacturers to curate a distinctive line of FAR Infrared Saunas. Recognized for their all-Canadian hemlock fir construction, effortless assembly, low to nearly zero EMF, far or full-spectrum infrared, and elegant designs, these saunas also come with exceptional post-purchase support.
Established in 2008, Golden Designs, Inc. has risen to prominence as North America's premier supplier of Infrared Saunas. Operating from a sprawling 100,000 square foot facility in Ontario, California, there's an impressive inventory of over 8,000 saunas readily available.
Both infrared and traditional saunas offer a plethora of health benefits and unparalleled relaxation experiences. Infrared saunas use infrared light waves to directly warm the body, leading to a deep, detoxifying sweat. This method is known for its ability to boost circulation, promote skin health, alleviate muscle tension, and support weight loss by elevating heart rate similarly to a moderate workout. Moreover, the deep penetrating heat of infrared saunas can aid in faster recovery post workouts and relieve joint pain.
On the other hand, traditional saunas use heat to warm the air, which then warms the body. This process is revered for its ability to cleanse the body, improve cardiovascular function, strengthen the immune system, and help alleviate stress and anxiety. By promoting intense perspiration, traditional saunas aid in the expulsion of toxins, providing a rejuvenating cleanse for the body.
Golden Designs, Inc. appreciates the unique advantages of both sauna types and crafts a range of models to cater to diverse preferences. Whether you're leaning towards the innovative infrared technology or the timeless traditional method, Golden Designs has got you covered. Not only do they manufacture both infrared and traditional saunas, but their collection also boasts a selection of both indoor and outdoor models, ensuring that every individual finds the perfect fit for their lifestyle and space.

Health Benefits:
- Lowers blood pressure
- Detoxifies
- Increases blood circulation
- Alleviates joint pain
- Eases pain from sore muscles or aching joints
- Burns calories
- Improves skin tone
- Many other benefits
Infrared Rays - Benefits of NEAR, MID, and FAR:
Our saunas used infrared wave to penetrate into your body tissue and dissolve harmful substances accumulated in your body. Infrared rays vitalize your cells and metabolism. With Full Spectrum, you get health benefits at various levels of Infrared – NEAR, MID and FAR. FAR Infrared penetrates the deepest into the tissue to break down toxins while NEAR generates the most heat to your body. FAR Infrared has the longest wavelength and penetrates the deepest in to the body tissue reaching the adipose tissue (fatty tissue) and activating the sweat glands, which is why we use primarily far-infrared rays in our steam saunas.
The sweat glands are one of the only mechanisms that the body has to eliminate toxins. MID Infrared penetrates the body tissue leading to increased blood flow and circulation and reduces muscle and joint pain. NEAR Infrared has a lower micron level and penetrates the epidermis layer of the skin leading to improved cell health, renewal of skin, tissue growth, and inflammation reduction. With the combination of NEAR, MID, and Far – the experienced health benefits can range from lowered blood pressure and increased blood circulation to sweating out heavy metals and toxins from the body resulting in a healthier lifestyle.
How to Use an Infrared Sauna
Using an infrared sauna is easier than you think. There are simple guidelines you can follow to increase overall beneficial results from your sauna sessions. As you become more familiar and comfortable with your infrared sauna, you can adjust these guidelines to fit your personal needs. Always remember to drink plenty of fluids prior to, during, and after your sauna session. Begin by preheating your infrared sauna to a desired temperature. This can take anywhere from 20 to 30 minutes depending on the size of your sauna and the ambient temperature. The most common temperatures for beginners will be in the range of 110° F to 118° F. Experiment within this range to find what is comfortable for you.
While you are waiting for your sauna to preheat, there are a few ways you can prepare for your sauna session. Taking a warm bath/shower or doing some light physical exercises will prepare your body for the sauna session. These activities will shorten the amount of time it will take for your body to begin perspiring once you enter the sauna.
Now you are ready to begin your session. Start with one or two sauna session(s) per week. When entering the sauna, wear as little clothing as possible. Infrared rays have difficulty penetrating clothing. Take at least two towels inside the sauna with you, one to sit on and the other to wipe away perspiration. Adjust the timer to reflect a 15 to 20 minute session. Gradually, you can increase this time with future sessions.
Use your session to relax, meditate, and escape from your everyday stress. Enjoy the benefits of your infrared sauna as you detox your body through perspiration. Massage areas of the body that ache to relieve sore and tense muscles. From time to time, wipe off the excess perspiration to allow for more intense sweating. If at any time you feel dizzy, sleepy, or any discomfort, exit the sauna immediately.
After your sauna session is over, turn the power off and sit in the sauna with the door opened slightly for about 10 minutes and let your body cool down. Although the sauna heat emitters are turned off, your body will still continue to perspire. Once your body has cooled down, you can exit the sauna. Wait at least 20 minutes before taking a warm shower to rinse the perspiration from your body.
Model | GDI-8526-02 / GDI-8526-03 / GDI-8526-04 |
Assembled Dimensions Exterior (W x D x H) | 73" x 88" x 97" |
Assembled Dimensions Interior (W x D x H) | 63" x 78" x 82" |
Assembled Weight | 1600 lbs |
Shipping Weight | 1830 lbs |
Electrical service | 240V / 30AMP (Stove & Full Spectrum) (Please consult a certified electrician.) |
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