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.

Two people carrying cedar sauna wall panels during an outdoor sauna move

Jul 11, 2026
by SweatDecks

How to move a sauna without wrecking it: the full guide

Moving a sauna intact takes real planning. Learn how to disassemble, protect, load, and reinstall barrel, indoor, and outdoor units safely. Step-by-step guide.

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Heated concrete walkway cleared of snow leading to an outdoor wooden sauna cabin in winter

Jul 11, 2026
by SweatDecks

Heated walkways for outdoor saunas: how to prevent ice safely

Snow and ice between your house and outdoor sauna is a real hazard. Here's how heated walkways work, what they cost, and which system fits your setup.

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Red fire extinguisher mounted on cedar wall next to a sauna door

Jul 11, 2026
by SweatDecks

What type of fire extinguisher should you use in a sauna?

Sauna fires need the right extinguisher: Class A or ABC dry chemical. Learn which type, size, and placement the NFPA and fire codes actually require.

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Cold plunge tub being drained and refilled in a backyard setting

Jul 10, 2026
by SweatDecks

How often should you drain and refill a cold plunge tub?

Most cold plunges need a full drain and refill every 1 to 3 months. Learn the exact schedule, water chemistry thresholds, and signs it's time to change the water.

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