House Rules & Safety

We care about your safety and those around you!

Our goal is to ensure you have an excellent time while using our mobile sauna. Please read below, and contact us with any questions!

Tide and Timber Sauna House Rules

We’re so glad you’re here! To keep the sauna clean, safe, and enjoyable for everyone, please follow these simple guidelines:

Sauna Space & Seating: Our sauna fits 4–6 people comfortably. The benches are sturdy, but please don’t jump or subject them to sudden pressure. Treat them with care so we can all enjoy them for years to come.

Clean Skin, Clean Sauna: Please shower and rinse off before your session. Skip any lotions, oils, perfumes, or creams—they can stain the wood, linger in the sauna , and aren’t great for your skin in the heat.

Dry Sauna, Safe Sauna: After rinsing off, please dry off excess water before entering the sauna to avoid bringing excess water into the sauna.

Food and Drink: Bring drinking water, but please no other food or drinks inside. Ideally, water should be in a insulated stainless steel or double-walled stainless steel bottles; plastic gets hot and do not bring glass. No alcohol or drugs before or during your sauna time—this helps keep everyone safe and without incident.

Footwear: Please use clean flip-flops between rounds and place all footwear on the mat provided outside the sauna door. Please do not wear dirty footwear in the sauna.

Towel Time: Always sit on a towel in the sauna—it’s the best way to keep the benches clean for everyone. We recommend two towels: one to sit on, one to dry off. Robes or hand towels are also great between rounds. Towels are available to rent if you forget yours.

Keep It Cozy: Want to add steam? Just check in with your group before pouring water on the rocks—it’s a kind gesture and part of sauna tradition.

Safety & Warnings

General

Please stay home if you have symptoms of illness (cold, flu, COVID-19, fever).
Natural water or cold plunges are at your own risk. Know your swimming ability and be aware of your body, cold temperatures, and currents.
Anyone under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign our waiver; children under 8 are not permitted.
Tide and Timber Sauna reserves the right to refuse service to intoxicated or unsafe individuals; refunds will not be issued.

Overheating, Burns, and Safety

Limit sauna time in sauna to 15–20 minutes, cooling off between rounds. Overheating can be dangerous.
Leave immediately if you feel dizzy, nauseous, lightheaded, or sleepy.
Consult a doctor before using the sauna if you are pregnant, diabetic, on medications, or under medical care.
Remove all metal jewelry and hair accessories before entering; permanent piercings should be covered.
Avoid touching the stove, rocks, stove pipe, or any heated surfaces to prevent burns. Do not put towels on stove.

Slips, Falls, and Fire Hazards

Be careful entering and exiting the sauna; outdoor surfaces may be wet or icy. Wear appropriate footwear.
Do not dry clothing or hang items over the heater. Only sauna rocks should be placed on the heater.

Health Risks: Hyperthermia

Sauna use can cause hyperthermia — dangerously elevated body temperature. You should have no conditions (such as heart disease, respiratory issues, pregnancy, or other medical concerns) that would make sauna use unsafe and deadly.
Symptoms include dizziness, drowsiness, fainting, and impaired judgment. Always sauna with others present.

Substance Use Warning

Alcohol, drugs, and certain medications increase the risk of hyperthermia and unconsciousness.
Do not use the sauna if under the influence.

Pregnancy, Health Conditions, and Minors

Pregnant women and individuals with medical conditions should consult a physician before use.
Children under 18 must have a parent/guardian present and a signed waiver on file. Infants and toddlers are not permitted.

Airborne Illness Risk

Though high temperatures (150°F+) reduce germs, sharing a sauna with others carries a risk of illness (e.g., COVID-19).
Mask use and distancing are not possible inside the sauna.
Sharing with individuals outside your household or social group is not recommended and is done at your own risk.
Tide and Timber Sauna is not responsible for illnesses or infections resulting from sauna use.