{"product_id":"steam-oak-gas-barrel-sauna-3m-canopy-anteroom-electric-or-wood-fired","title":"Steam \u0026 Oak Gas Barrel Sauna 3m Canopy + Anteroom (Electric or Wood-Fired)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNEW: First UK barrel sauna available with gas heat — Steam \u0026amp; Oak × FinSteam\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePick \"+ FinSteam Aurora 81 R14S Gas Heater\" at checkout\u003c\/strong\u003e and your barrel ships with engineered ventilation built for gas + a bundled \u003cstrong\u003eFinSteam Aurora 81 R14S gas heater package\u003c\/strong\u003e — ready to light on a UK propane bottle the day it lands. Steam \u0026amp; Oak is the only UK retailer offering this. \u003cstrong\u003eNo electrician, no chimney, no fire to tend. Hot in 15 minutes, turn a dial.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Aurora 81 is the only CE-marked electricity-free sauna gas heater on the European market (FinSteam's stated claim).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy gas changes the equation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGas (new)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWood\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eElectric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat-up time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~15 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-45 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-60 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrician \/ wiring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32A circuit (£1-2k)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChimney \/ flue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequired\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmoke, ash, soot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery session\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOff-grid \/ power-cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRunning cost \/ session\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~£1.50-2.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£2-4 logs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£1.75-3.25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEU-cert, auto O₂ shut-off\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen flame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe real cost to your first sauna — gas vs electric\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn electric sauna's shelf price isn't the price to your first löyly. A 6.8–9 kW electric heater needs its own dedicated circuit, wired by a qualified electrician and signed off under Part P — typically \u003cstrong\u003e£800–£1,500\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus the wait to get one booked. The FinSteam gas heater connects to a UK propane bottle outside, like a patio heater: no dedicated circuit, no electrician for portable use, and it's hot on the day it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eElectric (from)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGas (FinSteam)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCabin + heater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£6,095\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£8,090\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrician — dedicated circuit + Part P\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£800–£1,500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e£0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReady to use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAfter wiring is booked + signed off\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDay of delivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal total\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e£6,895–£7,595\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e£8,090\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ~£2,000 gap on the shelf narrows to roughly \u003cstrong\u003e£500–£1,200\u003c\/strong\u003e once the electrician is in the sum — and the gas sauna doesn't wait on a sparky's diary. (Portable use needs no Gas Safe engineer; a fixed install does. A standard UK 13 kg Calor propane bottle runs the heater for a dozen-plus sessions.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat \"gas-ready\" means — engineered vents built into the cabin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gas variant ships with \u003cstrong\u003ewooden louvre vents at the FinSteam-specified sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e built in: intake ≥350 cm² low next to the heater (fresh air from outside), exhaust ≥250 cm² high in the opposite corner (discharged to outside). FinSteam exclude plastic disc \/ twist valves — the gas variant doesn't have those. Vent + heater certified together under EU Reg 2016\/426. Electric\/wood-fired variants ship with the appropriate vent set for that heat type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the gas variant package\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel shell + canopy + anteroom + alder benches + 8mm tempered glass.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngineered gas-ready ventilation\u003c\/strong\u003e built in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinSteam Aurora 81 R14S gas heater\u003c\/strong\u003e — 8.1 kW, AENOR-tested under Reg 2016\/426. ODS auto-shutoff + flame monitoring. Includes Orbis 14 stone cage + Halo safety rail + Njord heat shield as standard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUK propane regulator + 1.2 m CE-marked gas hose\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40 kg pre-washed FinSteam sauna stones\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAurora R14S standalone retail £2,395 — gas variant bundles at £8,090 inc VAT. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/premium-gas-sauna-heater-aurora-81-finsteam\"\u003eMore on the Aurora 81\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll need to source locally\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard UK 13 kg Calor propane bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas Safe registered engineer for the gas connection on a fixed install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSteam \u0026amp; Oak Barrel Sauna 3m Canopy + Anteroom — pick your heater at checkout\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteam \u0026amp; Oak — one of the very few UK sauna brands that lets you choose gas, wood-fired OR electric on the same listing. Pick at checkout.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe choice (heater options)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e★ + FinSteam Aurora 81 R14S Gas Heater (UK first)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the new gas option. Details above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShell only\u003c\/strong\u003e — buy the cabin, source your own heater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e+ Electric Harvia PC70 6.8kW\u003c\/strong\u003e — sized for the interior, single-phase ~25A circuit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e+ Electric Harvia PC90 9kW\u003c\/strong\u003e — for faster heat-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e+ Wood-Fired Etna 12 stove + flue kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — traditional log-fired ritual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe canopy variant of the 3m barrel — same 3m main room + 0.75m anteroom — with an extended canopy roof that overhangs the door for additional rain shelter. Same capacity + same build quality as the standard 3m, with a different roofline that suits buyers who want more covered outdoor space between the sauna and the open garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRunning cost + warm-up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGas (Aurora R14S): \u003cstrong\u003e~£1.50-£2.00 per session\u003c\/strong\u003e, 15-20 min heat-up. Electric (Harvia 6.8kW): £1.75-£2.25 per 90-min session, 30 min heat-up. Electric 9kW: £2.00-£2.50 per session. Wood-fired (Etna 12): £2-£4 hardwood logs per session. See our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/sauna-running-costs-uk\"\u003efull running-cost breakdown\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCanopy vs porch — which to pick\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe canopy-roof variant extends out beyond the door, giving a sheltered transition from outdoor garden into the sauna. The standard 3m has the same main room + anteroom but a more compact roofline — slightly smaller external footprint, slightly less rain shelter at the door. Choose the canopy variant if your garden faces prevailing weather (Atlantic-facing coastal locations, exposed Scottish sites); the standard if you want minimum footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild + finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44mm Scandinavian spruce, kiln-dried 14% moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alder, comfortable single-level seating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoor + windows:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8mm tempered glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoof:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bitumen shingles + extended canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose FinSteam Aurora 81 R14S gas, Harvia electric 6.8\/9kW, or Etna 12 wood-fired at checkout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSauna shell, base beams, wooden panels (pre-cut + numbered), stainless steel tension bands, alder benches with backrests, 8mm tempered glass door, ventilation valve + grill (vent type matches selected heater), stainless steel floor drainage grid, bitumen roof shingles + canopy frame, fastener kit + assembly manual. Selected heater + stones included. 24-month warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; site preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree standard UK delivery. 2–10 working days transit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oversized pallet, 3.4 × 1.2 × 1.0 m.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSite preparation: stable, level base before delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical (Harvia variants):\u003c\/strong\u003e 32A single-phase or 16A 3-phase, qualified electrician.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas (FinSteam variant):\u003c\/strong\u003e UK 13 kg Calor propane bottle local. Gas Safe registered engineer required for fixed gas connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChimney (Etna 12):\u003c\/strong\u003e clearance from buildings + overhanging trees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-assembly — 2 people, 10-16 hours over 1-2 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-6 person\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoor only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal dimensions (L × W × H):\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.4 m × 2.2 m × 2.1 m (incl. 0.4 m canopy + 0.75 m anteroom)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSauna room depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.75 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnteroom:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.75 m enclosed anteroom + 0.4 m canopy overhang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWall thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44mm Scandinavian spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoor + window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8mm tempered glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBench config:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alder, single-level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaged weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~988 kg total\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-month warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Czyste Pole sp. z o.o. (Polish-built Steam \u0026amp; Oak commission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e💡 Not sure which configuration? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sauna-buying-guide-uk\"\u003ecomplete UK Sauna Buying Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCompare with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/barrel-sauna-3m-anteroom\"\u003estandard 3m with Anteroom\u003c\/a\u003e. Cube format with similar capacity? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cube-sauna-3-4m-premium\"\u003e3.4m Premium Cube\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Steam\u0026Oak","offers":[{"title":"Shell only","offer_id":54381628260699,"sku":"BAR3C-SHELL","price":5495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"+ Electric Harvia PC70 6.8kW","offer_id":54381628293467,"sku":"BAR3C-PC70","price":6095.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"+ Electric Harvia PC90 9kW","offer_id":54381628326235,"sku":"BAR3C-PC90","price":6295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"+ Wood-Fired Etna 12 stove","offer_id":54381628359003,"sku":"BAR3C-WF-ETNA12","price":6195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gas — Botnia 81, no safety pack","offer_id":54381628391771,"sku":"BAR3C-GAS-BOT-R14","price":7590.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gas — Aurora 81, no safety pack","offer_id":54381628424539,"sku":"BAR3C-GAS-AUR-R14","price":7790.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gas — Botnia 81 with safety pack","offer_id":54381628457307,"sku":"BAR3C-GAS-BOT-R14S","price":7890.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gas — Aurora 81 with safety pack","offer_id":54381628490075,"sku":"BAR3C-GAS-AUR-R14S","price":8090.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/7420\/5019\/files\/BAR3C-SHELL_gas.png?v=1792171852","url":"https:\/\/homelure.co.uk\/products\/steam-oak-gas-barrel-sauna-3m-canopy-anteroom-electric-or-wood-fired","provider":"HomeLure","version":"1.0","type":"link"}