Harvia Ventura Large Indoor Traditional Sauna

Complete Specifications & System Overview
  • Product type: Premium indoor traditional sauna
  • Product name: Harvia Ventura Large
  • Model: SHV2020
  • Capacity: Up to 6 people
  • Heater: Harvia Virta 10.5 kW electric heater
  • Connected control: Harvia Wi-Fi control with MyHarvia mobile access
  • Lighting: Full-spectrum, remote-controlled LED chromatherapy
  • Interior: Sculptural veneered-ash benches and wall panels
  • Exterior: Wide-profile black spruce paneling
  • Front wall: Silk-printed tempered-glass assembly
  • Construction: Insulated, prefabricated structural elements
  • Installation: Site assembled
  • Designed, manufactured, and factory test-assembled in Finland

  • Complete Harvia Ventura Large structural wood cabin shell
  • Black spruce exterior paneling
  • Veneered-ash interior wall panels
  • Premium curved waterfall bench system
  • Coordinating curved backrests
  • Integrated step system
  • Silk-printed tempered-glass front wall
  • Tempered-glass entrance door
  • Harvia Virta 10.5 kW electric heater
  • Compatible Harvia Wi-Fi control
  • Temperature sensor
  • Door sensor
  • Remote-start safety equipment
  • Full required quantity of Finnish sauna stones
  • Full-spectrum RGBW LED chromatherapy lighting array
  • Lighting remote control
  • Complete structural assembly hardware
  • Step-by-step installation manual

Electrical installation, ventilation equipment, delivery, plumbing, flooring, site preparation, and professional assembly are separate unless specifically included on the client’s invoice.

  • Exterior width: 2000 mm / 78.7 in.
  • Exterior depth: 2000 mm / 78.7 in.
  • Exterior height: 2100 mm / 82.7 in.
  • Interior width: Approximately 1808 mm / 71.2 in.
  • Interior depth: Approximately 1895 mm / 74.6 in.
  • Interior height: Approximately 2002 mm / 78.8 in.
  • Approximate assembled cabin weight: 570 kg / 1,257 lb., excluding heater and stones
  • Approximate wall thickness: 100 mm / 3.9 in.
  • Exterior finish: Wide-profile black spruce
  • Full-height glass front
  • Silk-printed glass detailing
  • Integrated glass entrance door
  • Concealed structural connections
  • Adjustable base legs
  • Right-oriented standard layout

Published shipping information:

  • Package length: Approximately 2339 mm / 92.1 in.
  • Package width: Approximately 1300 mm / 51.2 in.
  • Package height: Approximately 1300 mm / 51.2 in.
  • Approximate shipping weight: 600 kg / 1,323 lb.

Delivery access must accommodate an oversized and exceptionally heavy freight shipment.

  • Designed for up to six seated occupants
  • Premium curved waterfall bench design
  • Molded veneered-ash bench surfaces
  • Coordinating curved backrests
  • Sculpted bench edges support comfortable seated positioning
  • Multi-level seating provides access to different temperature zones
  • Elevated upper bench supports traditional sauna positioning
  • Lower bench and step provide easier entry
  • Full glass frontage increases visual openness
  • Bench arrangement supports group seating and partially reclined positioning
  • Heater placement supports safe movement through the cabin

Published bench-platform dimensions include:

  • Approximately 650 × 1796 mm / 25.6 × 70.7 in.
  • Approximately 549 × 1796 mm / 21.6 × 70.7 in.
  • Approximately 549 × 1179 mm / 21.6 × 46.4 in.

  • Interior wall finish: Harvia Ventura veneered-ash panels
  • Bench material: Molded veneered ash
  • Backrests: Molded veneered ash
  • Exterior finish: Wide-profile black spruce
  • Front wall: Silk-printed tempered safety glass
  • Door: Integrated tempered-glass sauna door
  • Glass thickness: 8 mm / approximately 0.3 in.
  • Insulation: High-performance PIR insulation
  • Structural construction: Prefabricated wall and ceiling elements
  • Concealed fastening system
  • Integrated adjustable base legs
  • Factory-machined components
  • Factory test-assembled before delivery
  • Complete structural assembly hardware included

Ash veneer is selected for its light appearance, durability, and stability under changing heat and humidity.

  • 30 mm high-performance PIR insulation
  • Thermal performance approximately equivalent to 60 mm of conventional mineral-wool insulation
  • Fully insulated wall and ceiling construction
  • Approximate total wall thickness: 100 mm / 3.9 in.
  • Insulation supports efficient heating and heat retention
  • Full glass frontage is included when calculating the required heater output
  • Insulated structural elements help maintain consistent interior temperatures
  • Product type: Floor-standing electric sauna heater
  • Heater family: Harvia Virta
  • Common North American model: HL11U1 or current equivalent
  • Nominal output: 10.5 kW
  • Operating voltage: 240 V AC
  • Phase: Single phase
  • Frequency: 60 Hz
  • Approximate width: 415 mm / 16.3 in.
  • Approximate depth: 410 mm / 16.1 in.
  • Approximate height: 840 mm / 33.1 in.
  • Required stone size: Approximately 50–100 mm / 2–4 in.
  • Full heater-capacity stone load included
  • External Harvia control required
  • Steel heater construction
  • Large-capacity stone compartment
  • Front-mounted maintenance hatch
  • Replaceable heating-element module
  • Heating elements separated from direct stone pressure
  • Water may be applied to the stones to create leil
  • Heater mounting and safety hardware included as specified by Harvia

The exact supplied Virta model number governs the final dimensions, electrical requirements, stone quantity, and safety clearances.

  • Full required quantity of Harvia-approved Finnish sauna stones included
  • Approximately 150–154 lb. / 68–70 kg, subject to the supplied heater model
  • Stone size selected specifically for the Virta heater
  • Natural stone shapes support open airflow through the heater
  • Large stone capacity supports sustained heat and generous steam
  • Stones must be arranged according to the Harvia installation manual
  • Stones must not place direct pressure against the heating elements
  • Natural variations in stone size, shape, and color are expected

Harvia Virta Heater

  • Nominal output: 10.5 kW
  • Operating voltage: 240 V AC
  • Phase: Single phase
  • Frequency: 60 Hz
  • Approximate nominal load: 43.75 A
  • Dedicated, hardwired electrical circuit required
  • Final breaker size must follow the heater nameplate and current Harvia manual
  • A 60 A branch circuit is commonly specified for this North American configuration, subject to local code and final manufacturer documentation
  • Proper grounding required
  • Sauna-rated, heat-resistant conductors required where applicable
  • Extension cords and power strips prohibited
  • Installation by a licensed electrician required

Electrical provisions must also be coordinated for:

  • Harvia control power unit
  • Wi-Fi control panel
  • Temperature sensor
  • Door sensor
  • Remote-start safety equipment
  • Chromatherapy lighting transformer or driver
  • Lighting receiver
  • Mechanical ventilation equipment, if added

The final electrical schedule must be prepared using the exact heater and control model numbers supplied.

  • Traditional electric stone-heater operation
  • 10.5 kW heating output
  • High-capacity stone compartment
  • Radiant and convective heat
  • Water may be applied to the stones to create leil
  • Large stone mass supports softer, sustained heat
  • Efficient internal airflow supports warm-up performance
  • Heating elements are separated from the stones to reduce direct pressure
  • Front maintenance hatch provides easier service access
  • Heating-element module can be accessed without dismantling the complete heater

  • Designed for traditional high-temperature sauna use
  • Final temperature range is governed by the supplied Harvia control
  • Heater output is selected for the Ventura Large cabin and its full glass frontage
  • Large stone capacity supports stable heat and generous steam production
  • PIR insulation supports heat retention and efficient warm-up
  • Multi-level benches provide different perceived temperature zones
  • Full glass frontage is accounted for during heater sizing
  • Heat-up time varies with ambient temperature, ventilation, electrical conditions, and starting temperature
  • Water quantity and stone temperature influence steam intensity

Wi-Fi connectivity is provided through the compatible Harvia control—not through the bare Virta heater body.

Connected features may include:

  • MyHarvia mobile-app access
  • Remote heater start
  • Remote temperature adjustment
  • Current temperature display
  • Heating-status monitoring
  • Sauna-ready notifications
  • Timed starting
  • Weekly scheduling
  • Session-time adjustment
  • Lighting control when connected
  • Ventilation control when compatible equipment is connected
  • Temperature calibration
  • Power-outage memory
  • Door-sensor monitoring
  • Remote-start safety status
  • Wi-Fi software updates

The complete connected-control package includes:

  • Harvia Wi-Fi control panel
  • Compatible Harvia power unit
  • Temperature sensor
  • Door sensor
  • Required remote-start safety equipment
  • MyHarvia mobile-app compatibility

Before remote operation is enabled, the heater and surrounding area must be confirmed clear of towels, containers, cleaning products, and other objects.

  • Full-spectrum RGBW LED lighting array included
  • Dedicated white-light output
  • Multiple color selections
  • Adjustable lighting modes
  • Remote-controlled operation
  • Integrated architectural placement
  • Designed to accentuate the curved benches and backrests
  • Low-profile installation
  • Separate lighting power supply or driver
  • Heat-appropriate components installed in approved locations

The lighting operates separately from the heater circuit. Connection through the Harvia control depends on the final lighting and control configuration.

  • Complete front wall and door assembly included
  • Single-pane tempered safety glass
  • Glass thickness: 8 mm / approximately 0.3 in.
  • Silk-printed decorative finish
  • Integrated tempered-glass entrance door
  • Full-height architectural frontage
  • Allows surrounding light to enter the sauna
  • Creates a more visually open interior
  • Structural supports and installation hardware included
  • Requires careful multi-person handling during installation
  • Glass must not contact tile, stone, metal, or other hard materials during assembly

The Harvia Ventura Large does not include a self-contained mechanical ventilation package unless specifically added to the order.

  • Supply and exhaust ventilation must be designed for the cabin and Virta heater
  • Fresh-air intake supports heater performance and occupant comfort
  • Exhaust airflow supports circulation and drying
  • Ventilation should not direct an uncomfortable draft across the benches
  • Mechanical fans, ductwork, grilles, controls, and HVAC labor are site-dependent
  • Compatible ventilation equipment may be operated through the Harvia control
  • Final ventilation design must follow the cabin and heater installation manuals
  • Ventilation locations must be planned before cabin assembly
  • Indoor installation only
  • Requires a stable, level, load-bearing finished floor
  • Floor must support the cabin, heater, full stone load, occupants, and surrounding finishes
  • Flooring should be heat resistant, moisture resistant, and cleanable
  • Waterproofing, tile work, floor transitions, and drainage are site-preparation items
  • Plumbing is not required for normal sauna operation
  • Water is applied manually to the heater stones
  • Any floor drain must be coordinated according to local code and intended cleaning practices
  • Delivery route must accommodate oversized wall, bench, glass, and freight components
  • Adequate ceiling and side clearance must be provided for assembly and future service
  • Prefabricated, element-based cabin
  • Limited number of major structural elements
  • Concealed structural attachments
  • Integrated adjustable base legs
  • Factory test-assembled before shipment
  • Complete structural hardware kit included
  • Step-by-step installation manual included
  • Heavy wall, bench, and glass components require a qualified installation team
  • Heater safety clearances must be established before final bench installation
  • Electrical, sensor, lighting, and ventilation routes must be coordinated before enclosure
  • Licensed electrician required
  • Mechanical ventilation completed by a qualified trade where applicable
  • Professional cabin assembly strongly recommended
  • Service access to the heater and control equipment must be maintained
  • Harvia warranty covers qualifying material and manufacturing defects under its published terms
  • Cabin, heater, control, lighting, and accessory warranties may have different durations
  • Residential and commercial warranty terms differ
  • Coverage requires proper installation, operation, and maintenance
  • Warranty may exclude improper electrical work, incorrect assembly, misuse, unauthorized modifications, unsuitable site conditions, and inadequate maintenance
  • Tempered safety glass used throughout the front assembly
  • North American heater and connected-control components must carry the appropriate regional certifications
  • Harvia Wi-Fi controls are available in ETL-certified North American configurations
  • Final certifications must be verified against the exact supplied model numbers
  • Electrical inspection and approval are completed according to local requirements
  • Remove visible moisture after use
  • Leave the glass door partially open
  • Operate ventilation as needed to dry the cabin
  • Use bench towels to protect the veneered-ash surfaces
  • Clean benches with warm water and a mild sauna-safe cleaner
  • Clean in the direction of the wood grain
  • Avoid chlorine, harsh chemicals, and abrasive products
  • Do not lacquer interior sauna surfaces
  • Use only Harvia-approved treatments on the benches and interior wood
  • Clean glass with a non-abrasive, glass-safe product
  • Inspect benches, backrests, supports, glass fittings, lighting, door hardware, and seals regularly
  • Keep ventilation openings unobstructed
  • Inspect and restack sauna stones at least annually
  • Replace cracked, crumbling, or heavily discolored stones
  • Maintain open airflow between the stones
  • Follow the Virta manual when loading or replacing stones
  • Keep the front maintenance hatch accessible
  • Inspect temperature and door sensors regularly
  • Arrange qualified electrical and safety inspections as required