About this product

SaunaLife E8W - 6-Person Barrel Sauna with Rear Window

The SaunaLife E8W gives you the full spacious interior of the largest 6-person barrel sauna in the E-Series with the added benefit of a rear window for natural light and scenic views. This is the ideal choice for homeowners who want maximum capacity and brightness without the visual impact of a full glass front. The window fills the sauna with ambient light while maintaining the classic barrel sauna aesthetic from the front, blending traditional warmth with modern comfort.

Built from premium Northern European thermo-spruce with stainless steel bands and hardware, the E8W features industry-leading wall thickness for outstanding heat retention and durability across decades of year-round outdoor use. The barrel shape ensures natural rain runoff, eliminating water pooling and protecting the thermo-treated wood without any chemical treatments or special maintenance. Inside, multi-level bench seating lets each bather choose their preferred heat zone for maximum comfort.

Key Features and Specifications

  • Premium thermo-spruce construction with stainless steel hardware
  • Integrated rear window for natural light and views
  • Multi-level contoured thermo-aspen bench seating
  • Ergonomic backrests for all body sizes
  • Dual floor drains for effective water management
  • Industry-leading wall thickness for superior insulation
  • Natural rain runoff barrel design
  • Seats up to 6 bathers comfortably
  • Requires 6-8kW electric sauna heater (sold separately)
  • 1-day, 2-person DIY assembly

Why Choose the SaunaLife E8W Barrel Sauna

The E8W is perfect for homeowners who want the full 6-person E8 experience enhanced with natural light. The rear window is especially popular among customers whose saunas face gardens, pool areas, or natural landscapes. You get the same premium construction and thermal performance as the standard E8, with the added atmosphere that a window provides. Pairs with a 6-8kW electric sauna heater (sold separately). Browse our sauna accessories for everything you need to get started, and compare all outdoor saunas in our collection.

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What is included
Included

Model E8W Sauna Barrel

  • Full-length Thermo-Spruce staves (1.65” thick)
  • Benches of Thermo-Aspen (1.1” bench tops, no knots)
  • Backrest of Thermo-Aspen (1.1” rests, no knots)
  • Panoramic half-moon rear window
  • Tempered bronze glass door
  • Stainless steel barrel bands
  • Black roof shingle kit
  • Spruce cradles
  • Spruce fascia boards
  • Air intake and exhaust vents
  • Extra staves (2)
  • Fastener kit
  • Paraffin oil, 16.9 oz bottle (500ml)
  • Installation instructions

White LED Light System with Wi-Fi App

  • White LED light (2)
  • Wi-Fi, app-based operation
  • Wireless handheld remote & mounting cradle
  • 90W power supply
  • Driver
  • 30’ light cable
  • Mounting clips, articulating (3) 
  • Mounting clips, flush (3)
  • Installation instructions
Specifications
Specifications

Interior Dimensions - 78-1/2"L x 77" Diameter

Exterior Dimensions - 87"L x 81" Diameter

Shipping Dimensions - 88"L x 44"W x 44"H

Weight 1367 lbs

What our customers say

5.0 36 reviews
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Maurice Montoya August 2026 · Google review

I love the Sauna and cold plunge I purchased from Sweat Decks. In addition to providing great products, their office is extremely helpful. My backyard is now a delightful retreat.

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Hudson Davis-Ross April 2026 · Google review

We had a great experience overall working with this team. They built and installed our sauna and also constructed a staircase leading up to it, and the final result exceeded expectations. I’ll note that things were a little bumpy right after purchase — the original person we worked with ended up leaving without notice, which caused some initial confusion. That said, the team handled it really well. Huge shoutout to Heath and Brandon for stepping in, taking ownership, and getting everything back on track. They were incredibly professional, thorough, and easy to work with throughout the rest of the process. From there, everything ran smoothly. The craftsmanship is excellent — the sauna looks beautiful, feels high quality, and the staircase ties everything together perfectly. You can tell a lot of care went into both the design and execution. They showed up when they said they would, communicated clearly, and kept everything clean and organized during the build. In the end, they absolutely delivered. Really happy with how everything turned out and would definitely recommend them.

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Brendan Mullen March 2026 · Google review

I got a sauna and a plunge in the backyard from Sweatdecks. It was a one stop shop. After delivery, build, and execution they continue to be responsive for questions, and recommendations. Top shelf company. 5 stars! Many thanks, Heath.

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Thomas Laffont September 2025 · Google review

Sweat Decks was incredible to work with! They built out my hot tub, sauna, and cold plunge and everything turned out amazing. The whole process was smooth, the team was professional, and they went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. What impressed me most is that the service didn’t stop once the build was done — they’ve been super responsive and helpful with any follow-up. Couldn’t recommend them more! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Otis Grigsby June 2025 · Google review

We went with Sweat Decks for our sauna installation and couldn’t be happier with the decision. They started with a site visit to figure out the best placement. We prioritized views and access to power and water and fortunately the best spot was also the least expensive for the build. There was a rough work visit from the electrician a few days before install, where he met with the courier to secure delivery of the sauna and heater. Then the guys came out and installed it in one day that weekend. For the longest, I had in my mind this idea that I could just DIY this project (and I could!), but why do that when you’ve got some experts who can get the job done right the first time! After getting the sauna my sleep stats are improved and my resting heart rate is down significantly. As parents, I believe this was one of the best investments we could’ve made! If you’re looking at Sweat Decks for the work, my guess is you’re already sold on their quality based on the reviews, but you’re not sure about the cost. That’s where we were for a while before just pulling the trigger. My only regret is waiting so long to get this sauna!

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Katie Wells March 2025 · Google review

We love our sauna and cold plunge! We have used them without fail everyday since they have been installed. Working with Brandon has been super easy, he is very responsive and happy to answer any questions along the way.\ I’ve owned other saunas and a different cold plunge that required manual chilling. The difference is undeniable. The sweat decks products are superior and 100 times easier to use on a daily basis. The whole family loves them both.