SweatDecks Blog

Welcome to the SweatDecks wellness journal. Our team of credentialed experts -- including sports medicine physicians, exercise scientists, and master builders -- covers everything from cold plunge protocols and sauna health benefits to installation guides and product comparisons. Whether you're researching your first home sauna or optimizing a contrast therapy routine, you'll find science-backed answers here.

Concrete slab and compacted gravel pad side by side outdoors as sauna foundation options
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Sauna foundation options: concrete slab vs gravel explained

Concrete slab or gravel bed for your sauna? We break down costs ($500, $6,000+), drainage, load limits, and which foundation actually fits your build.

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