Ep 47 Ask Jen: Infrared Sauna Wood Options, Garage Setup Tips, and Buying Used

Looking for the best infrared sauna for your home? This Ask Jen minisode is your shortcut to the answers you actually need. I’m diving into your top infrared sauna questions, like:

• Should you go with basswood vs. mahogany for your home infrared sauna?
• Can you really put an infrared sauna in your garage (without wrecking it)?
• And is that “too good to be true” Facebook Marketplace infrared sauna really a smart buy... or a disaster waiting to happen?

Whether you’re just starting your infrared sauna research or you’re already ten tabs deep into specs and sauna wood types, this episode is packed with the real talk you need. No fluff, no internet rabbit holes — just clear advice to help you choose the best infrared sauna for your home without second-guessing yourself.

What You’ll Learn:
[3:00] Pros and cons of basswood, mahogany, and other sauna wood types
[4:25] Why cedar saunas are rare—and what changed after 2020
[6:35] If putting a sauna in your garage or basement is really a good idea
[8:45] What to look out for when buying a used sauna (spoiler: no, the warranty doesn’t transfer)
[10:45] Why it’s better to reach out for help than rely on Reddit threads and Facebook chat rooms


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• Shop Clear Light Saunas + see current promos: https://jenhellerlifestyle.com/infrared-saunas
• Episode Website: https://jenhellerlifestyle.com/2025/05/06/ask-jen-buying-used-saunas-wood-options-and-garage-set-up/

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