Electric or wood-fired—which heater actually makes sense for your backyard sauna in Alberta? In this Journal entry, we break down the real-world pros, cons, costs, and safety considerations of both options, and share when we recommend each one. Whether you want effortless daily sessions or a full “chop wood, light fire” ritual, this guide will help you choose the right heart for your Noble Services sauna.

Step out of the cold and into the science. In this journal entry, we break down what research from Finland and beyond actually says about sauna use—how regular heat sessions can support your heart, brain, sleep, and recovery—and share a simple, science-inspired routine you can follow in your own Noble Services sauna for the best possible benefits.

See how a Noble Services sauna goes from rough idea to first deep breath on the bench. In “From Sketch to Sweat,” we walk through every step of the process—site visit, design, insulation, materials, and finishes—so you can see exactly what’s behind a handcrafted, fully insulated backyard sauna built for real Alberta winters.

Most prefab “plug-and-play” saunas are really just thin hot boxes—fine in mild climates, but they struggle, creak, and bleed heat in a Calgary winter. This Journal entry breaks down how a custom-built Noble sauna, with full 2x4 insulated walls, real soundproofing, and local craftsmanship, turns the idea of “owning a sauna” into a quiet, efficient, long-term retreat in your own backyard.

Insulation is the quiet hero of a great sauna. In this Journal entry, we break down how proper 2x4 insulated walls, vapor barriers, and airtight construction turn a simple hot room into a heat-retaining, ultra-quiet “winter machine” that warms up faster, stays hot longer, and costs less to run—especially in Calgary’s -20°C nights.

Discover the Noble Somnium — a handcrafted, fully insulated outdoor sauna by Noble Services in Calgary. Designed for warmth, beauty, and everyday wellness.