A 6 person hybrid sauna for larger households who want the choice between an 8 kW stove session and a Full Spectrum infrared session in the same cabin.
The Karlstad is a Golden Designs hybrid sauna combining an 8.0 kW stove with a Full Spectrum infrared system, 4 PureTech Near Zero EMF carbon panels plus 9 near infrared elements, for 13 total infrared emitters alongside the stove. Built with an all weather exterior and Canadian red cedar interior at 79.2" wide by 84.7" deep by 88.3" tall, it seats 6 and is rated for outdoor placement.
Why this model
- Choose the 8.0 kW stove for traditional high heat or the Full Spectrum infrared side for a gentler session, both in one 6 person cabin.
- 13 total infrared emitters, 4 Near Zero EMF carbon panels and 9 near infrared elements, cover a cabin this size on the infrared side.
- Stove and Full Spectrum system share a single 240V, 40 amp circuit, simplifying the electrical work.
- Canadian red cedar interior with an all weather exterior is built for year round outdoor use.
- Chromotherapy lighting with a red light therapy feature and built in performance speakers cover both relaxation and audio.
Key specs
| Capacity |
6 person |
| Exterior dimensions (W x D x H) |
79.2" x 84.7" x 88.3" assembled |
| Interior dimensions (W x D x H) |
75" x 67.2" x 75" assembled |
| Heaters / stove |
8.0 kW stove with built in controls, plus Full Spectrum IR: 4 PureTech Near Zero EMF carbon panels and 9 near infrared elements |
| EMF rating |
Near Zero EMF on the infrared panels, under 3 milligauss at 2 to 3 inches away |
| Temperature range |
Stove: 170 F to 185 F ideal, up to 190 F. Full Spectrum IR: 118 F to 132 F ideal, up to 140 F |
| Electrical |
240V / 40 amp, covers both the stove and the Full Spectrum system, consult a certified electrician |
| Wood |
All weather exterior with Canadian red cedar interior |
| Door |
Clear tempered glass |
| Lighting and audio |
Oversize interior chromotherapy lighting with red light therapy feature, interior backrest with accent light, LED control panel with FM station and Bluetooth, built in performance speakers |
| Placement |
Outdoor use |
| Sauna weight |
1350 lbs assembled |
| Shipping weight and boxes |
1575 lbs, ships in 10 boxes |
| Model number |
GDI-8226-01 |
What's in the box
Fit, power and setup
Outdoors, plan for a level pad close to 6.6 feet by 7 feet with just over 88 inches of overhead clearance. The stove and the Full Spectrum system share one 240V, 40 amp circuit, so have a certified electrician confirm it before use. With 10 boxes to unpack, this is the largest build in the lineup, so plan on two people and a longer assembly session for the clasp together panels. It ships freight with curbside delivery, and the carrier will call to schedule.
Good to know
- 6 person capacity suits a family or small group who want both stove and infrared sessions available.
- Near Zero EMF applies to the infrared side, built and tested to keep field exposure low at close range.
- The stove runs hotter, 170 F to 185 F ideal, while the Full Spectrum infrared side runs a lower 118 F to 132 F ideal range.
Actual finish colors may vary slightly from the website photos due to lighting during photography. Cedar wood can cause eye, skin, respiratory or digestive irritation or an allergic reaction in some people. Stop use if you notice any of these symptoms.
This product is intended for general wellness and relaxation. It is not a medical device and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a physician before use if you have a medical condition or are pregnant.
