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Nu-A IV

With generous dimensions to fit four people comfortably and removable benches to create space for hot yoga and exercise sessions, the Nu-a IV is made for home and commercial settings.

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how We built a better sauna

The Nu-a sauna is the culmination of years of research, design refinement, and customer feedback. We believe it is the most beautiful, best-quality infrared sauna available.

FS-1 SAUNA CONTROL

Sentiotec Heaters

Innovative Design

Quality Materials & Craftsmanship

Removable Seats

Warranty Info & More

FS-1 SAUNA CONTROL

Sentiotec Heaters

Innovative Design

Quality Materials & Craftsmanship

Removable Seats

Warranty Info & More

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WHY SAUNA IS SO GOOD FOR YOU

Using controlled heat exposure with regular infrared sauna sessions has many proven benefits for the body and mind, mostly due to the phenomena of hormesis or hormetic stress adaptation.

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Improved Immunity

Cardio Health

Reduce Stress

Weight Loss

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the benefits of hormetic stress

Improved Immunity

Cardio Health

Reduce Stress

Weight Loss

Elimination

WHERE CAN MY SAUNA BE PLACED?

  • The Nu-a IV Sauna is for indoor installation. Outdoor installation may be possible if it is completely protected from the weather.
  • It must be installed on a hard, flat and level surface.
  • The weight of the sauna with users inside can be over 750kg. The surface the sauna is installed on must be able to support this.
  • If the Nu-a IV is installed outside, the sauna must be entirely protected from the weather. Note that in colder climates, the heat-up time will be affected.
  • The Nu-a IV is 4280 watts and requires Requires 3 x power points. 2 x circuits, 3 x 10amp GPOs
  • There needs to be adequate space around the sauna for assembly. Depending on the surface, it may be possible to push the assembled sauna into a tighter space or up against a wall.
  • There must be a clearance of 30cm above the sauna.

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Warranty

Attentive, passionate customer care is a core value of the the Found—Space team. Our customers are our family, and we won’t neglect family should something go wrong. We are committed to provide ongoing service and support for you and your sauna regardless of your location in Australia.

The Nu-a Sauna is back by:
– Limited Lifetime Warranty on electrical components.
– Limited Lifetime Warranty on indoor sauna cabinets.
– 5 year Warranty on smart sauna touch screen.
– 10 year Warranty on smart sauna computer (FS-1)
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sweat it out

Our skin is the body's largest organ, accounting for about 16% of our overall body mass. Skin protects us from infection, pollutants and UV rays, allows us to feel pain and pleasure and helps regulate our temperature.
Our skin also has an important role in eliminating harmful metabolites from our bodies. When we perspire, sweat glands help to expel metabolic waste such as urea and ammonia and stops these compounds from building up to harmful levels in our bodies.

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about that word 'detox'

The sauna industry loves the word detox. Some companies claim their saunas can eliminate toxins and heavy metals through the skin. Science generally disagrees. Although some studies have found occurrences of arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury in sweat, we think most detox claims are a bit of an overreach.

Our bodies are actually very efficient at detoxification via the kidneys, liver and immune system. What we can be confident about is that regular use of sauna increases blood circulation and vasodilation which helps these vital organs and systems do their job.

saunas and ice baths are the ideal way to get the benefits of hormesis and hormetic stress

Fire up that metabolism

Deliberate heat exposure with regular sauna sessions can increase metabolism. This is the rate at which our bodies burns stored energy to keep us alive and allow us to move and function. One Finish study showed the metabolic rate increasing 25-33% during the sauna session and remaining elevated for several hours afterwards.

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keep everything moving

Ending each exercise session with a sauna will not only increase total calories spent, but helps our bodies to recover and repair. Infrared sauna can moderate the inflammation and pain associated with delayed on-set muscle soreness (DOMS). And then there's the well-documented evidence for sauna improving our quality of sleep, a vital component in healthy weight management.

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heat up and chill out

One of the most common questions we get asked is, why do I feel so good after sauna?
Both clinical and anecdotal evidence shows that sauna helps us to relax, lifts our mood and our sense of well-being. Our bodies respond to the penetrative heat of infrared sauna by increasing production of several hormones like beta- endorphins which are responsible for the pleasurable and soothing effects of a sauna, and Norepinephrine (noradrenaline) which is associated with improved mood, focus and attention. Plus, regular sauna can help regulate the stress hormone cortisol.

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sauna is good for the brain

Sauna bathing is associated with reduced risk of developing age-related neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. In the Kuopio Ischemic Heart Disease (KIHD) Risk Factor Study, which has been following 2,315 middle-aged Finnish men for more than 20 years, those who used the sauna 4–7 times per week had a 66% lower risk of developing dementia and a 65% lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, compared to men who reported using the sauna only once weekly.

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improve mental health

In a randomised controlled trial of depressed individuals, those who received 4 weeks of sauna sessions experienced reduced symptoms of depression and participants in another randomised controlled trial who received a single session of heat therapy experienced an acute antidepressant effect that was apparent within 1 week of treatment and persisted for 6 weeks after treatment.

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reduce tension headaches

Regular sauna improves headache disorders. In one study, 37 people with chronic tension-type headache were randomised to undergo regular sauna sessions or advice and education for a period of 8 weeks, and sauna therapy was found to substantially improve headache intensity.

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the benefits are heartfelt

The Kuopio Ischemic Heart Disease (KIHD) Study, which has been following 2,315 middle-aged Finnish men for more than 20 years, found that those men who frequented saunas the most (four to seven times per week) had a significantly lower risk of sudden cardiac death, fatal coronary heart disease, and fatal cardiovascular disease compared to those who visited saunas less frequently. The study found that increased sauna use was also associated with a 40% reduction in all-cause mortality.

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the stationary workout

Infrared sauna can benefit cardiovascular health in a similar way to exercise. Our heart rate has been shown to increase up to 100 beats per minute during a moderate-temperature sauna sessions and up to 150 beats per minute during hotter sessions. This is similar to the increases observed during moderate and intensive physical exercise.

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reduced risk of stroke

A study in 1628 men and women followed for 15 years, found that having regular sauna (4-7 sessions/wk) compared with 1 sauna session/wk was associated with an approximately 62% reduced risk of incident stroke.

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Heat-Shock Proteins

Deliberate heat expose with Infrared sauna activates expression of Heat Shock Proteins (HSP), also called stress proteins. They act like a cellular SAS force, coordinating, reorganising and stabilising cells. They can also stop viruses from reproducing and regulate inflammation. Regular sauna use has also been show to increases white blood cell, lymphocyte, neutrophil, and basophil counts.

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mimicking the immune response

One of the ways our immune system kills off pathogens is to raise our body temperature with a fever. Infrared sauna also raises core temperature mimicking the natural healing response. One study by the British Medical Association found that people who take regular saunas reduce their incidence of colds and influenza by 65%. Another six-month study found that people who engaged in regular sauna baths had significantly fewer colds than the control group over the same time period.

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better immunity as we age

Regular sauna may reduce the risk of age-related decline in immune function. It does this by inducing a protective response that helps to maintain healthy communication between cells and tissues, reducing the chances of infection or other age-related illnesses.

The Hot & Cold of Hormetic Stress

Using exposure to heat and cold to improve health is nothing new. Almost all civilizations have incorporated some form of it over the centuries. What is new, is our understanding of how and why it is so beneficial — the phenomena of hormesis or hormetic stress.

the adaptive response

Hormesis is the biological process that describes the way our bodies adapt to certain types of stress. This adaptive response triggers biochemical pathways to repair, rebuild and re-set. It leads to improvements in resilience, immunity and general physical and mental wellbeing. Hormetic adaptation is central to the benefits of intensive exercise, fasting and certain nutrients.

The Role of Hormetic Tech

Exposure to controlled levels of heat or cold is one of the most effective ways to harness the power of hormesis. And with purpose-made hormetic technology like Found—Space infrared saunas and ice baths it has never been easier incorporate these therapies into your lifestyle.

hot Workouts

Intensify your yoga, stretching and exercise while you sauna. We’ve designed the Nu-a IV to have removable benches to transform you sauna into a hot exercise studio. Taking out the benches is easy with he removal of just four bolts.
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FULL SPECTRUM,
infra red

The Nu-a features industry-leading, full-spectrum infra-red heaters made by Sentiotec of Austria. These heaters emit:
24% near infrared
55% mid infrared
21% far infrared
The heater have resistant glass ceramic covers and over-temperature protection. The are also splash resistant with an IPX4 water rating.

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HIgh Heat Density

Heat density is the measure of how many watts are needed to heat a cubic meter of space. The 350-watt Sentiotec heaters used in the Nu-a models provide instant bodily warmth and need less time to heat up.
The rear reflectors of the heating units are shaped to redirect and reflect infrared radiation at 122.5 degrees to reach the interior of the sauna from multiple angles and creating an even enveloping heat.
This increased heat density means you'll feeling hotter faster compared to other infrared saunas you may have tried.

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Canadian Hemlock timber

The Nu-a is built with 41-day kiln-dried Canadian Hemlock timber renowned for its strength, durability and resistance to shrinkage, splitting and mould.
The timber is ideal for shaping and carving all the fine details of the 8mm interior panels. Exterior panels are 6mm and lacquered for extra protection.

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Laminated Glass Panels

Every glass panel in the Nu-a is 8mm-thick laminated glass for superior sound and heat insulation. Reducing heat loss is essential for the efficient performance of the sauna. While blocking out external noise helps create the sense of sanctuary.

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Stainless Steel Fixtures

We specified 304 Stainless Steel for all fixtures: door handles, hinges, glass mountings, bench legs etc. 304 Steel is more expensive than other grades because it's made with nickel and chromium. This makes it stronger and resistant to corrosion and rust.

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More glass less gloom

The Nu-a Infrared Sauna sets a new standard for modern, elegant sauna design. Thick laminated glass panels replace timber on the upper third of the side panels and the on the front corners, giving the sauna an overall lighter, airier, more open appearance.

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more space, more comfort

The dimensions of the Nu-a models gives each user an average of 10% more personal space than many comparable saunas. Whether it's 2, 3 or 4 people, that little bit extra personal space ensures you'll enjoy contact-free sweating.

You'll also find that the width of the doors and the ceiling heights are more generous than industry standard.

Overall, the Nu-a is more comfortable and less cramped. Think of it as an upgrade from Economy to Business Class.

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Bluetooth Audio System

You'll love the sound quality in the Nu-a. There are four 6-inch speakers in the Nu-a IV and two speakers in the II and III. We've borrowed from car audio technology to make sure the quality of the sound was rich, surrounding and balanced. Connect with Bluetooth to play your favourite music, podcast or audio book, or use the ambient sound selection on the FS-1™ Control System to create your ideal environment.

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COLOURed LIGHT FULL IMMERSION

Whereas most infrared saunas provide coloured light from a small single panel, the therapeutic coloured lighting in the Nu-a emanates from LED lighting both in the ceiling and from under the seats. You'll be truly bathed in the frequency of coloured light to support your therapeutic goals.

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total control wherever you are

Introducing the FS-1 Control System (pat.pending). Wherever you are, whatever you're doing, you can turn on your sauna, set the temperature, duration, light therapy colour and what you want to listen to, all from the palm of your hand.

So whether you are heading home at the end of a busy day or nearing the end of your workout, just reach for phone and activate your sauna so it's hot and ready for you.

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The Smart sauna

With the FS-1 Control System you can control your sauna on the inbuilt 10-inch touch screen or on your phone.

Once you've set the temperature, the FS-1 will calculate the the time needed to get to temperature and will send a push notification to let you know it's ready.

When you're sauna has reached the target temperature, the control system will automatically adjust the heaters to keep you at a constant temperature.

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Colour Light Therapy

Colour Therapy, also known as Chromotherapy, is a complementary health treatment that works on both a psychological and physiological level. By flooding your sauna with different colours of the spectrum you are using the vibrational frequencies of light to balance, regulate and enhance different systems of the body. Studies have shown that exposure to different colours can improve mood and cognitive ability, release tension, stimulate circulation and aid recovery and healing. The FS-1Control System has a guide to using colour therapy in the Nu-a infrared sauna.

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pre-programmed sauna session

The FS-1 Control System has 6 pre-programmed sessions tailored for the most popular sauna goals like sleep, recovery, detoxification and cardiovascular health. The sauna temperature and duration will adjust automatically to the selected programme. Alternatively, you can choose your own adventure and programme the sauna manually.

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create the ideal soundscape

The FS-1 Control System also comes programmed with a selection of ambient sounds to complete the total sensory immersion of Nu-a Infrared Sauna session. Choose a different soundscape to match your sauna goals and enjoy the sound quality from the inbuilt 6 inch speakers.

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