A Premium Finnish Sauna Heater for Frequent, Long Sauna Sessions

Bring powerful traditional sauna heating, durable stainless-steel construction, and modern Wi-Fi control to your sauna with the Harvia Virta Sauna Heater with Rocks and Wi-Fi Control, available through Wellness Edge Frontier.

The Harvia Virta is a substantial floor-mounted electric sauna heater designed for medium to large sauna rooms and customers who enjoy frequent or longer sauna sessions. Harvia emphasizes the Virta's sturdy construction, straightforward maintenance, and design for demanding sauna use. (artofsteamco.com)

Unlike the Harvia KIP and The Wall series, the Virta is a floor-standing heater that can be positioned against a side wall or in a corner. Its stainless-steel structure contains a substantial quantity of sauna stones, while the heating elements are separated from the stones to simplify maintenance and help extend element life. (harvia.com)

The referenced Art of Steam package includes Harvia Xenio Wi-Fi control and a substantial stone package. The current listing specifically shows a 6 kW Virta configuration for up to 297 cubic feet, with the product selector also offering higher-power configurations. (artofsteamco.com)

The 6 kW heater measures approximately 16" W × 13" D × 33" H, while the package includes three boxes of AC3020 sauna stones totaling approximately 150 lbs. (artofsteamco.com)

At Wellness Edge Frontier, we carefully curate premium sauna equipment that combines trusted Finnish engineering, substantial construction, and modern control technology.

Why You'll Love It

Designed for Medium to Large Saunas

The Virta is designed for medium to large sauna rooms, with current Harvia specifications covering substantial room-volume ranges depending on the selected wattage. (harvia.com)

Built for Frequent Sauna Use

Harvia specifically describes the Virta as an excellent choice for users who use the sauna frequently and enjoy longer sauna baths. Its sturdy structure and maintenance-oriented design make it particularly suited to regular operation. (harvia.com)

Premium Stainless-Steel Construction

The heater features a stainless-steel structure, giving it a clean, professional appearance that complements both traditional and contemporary sauna interiors. (artofsteamco.com)

Floor-Mounted Sidewall or Corner Installation

Virta is designed for floor installation against a side wall or in a corner, offering flexible placement while preserving the open central area of the sauna. (artofsteamco.com)

Large 150-Pound Stone Package

The referenced 6 kW package includes three boxes of AC3020 sauna stones totaling approximately 150 lbs, providing a substantial stone mass for traditional sauna heating. (artofsteamco.com)

Heating Elements Separated from the Stones

Unlike some traditional heater designs, Virta's heating elements are separated from the stones, allowing the entire heating-element module to be pulled out for service without disturbing the stone compartment. Harvia identifies this as an important maintenance and durability advantage. (harvia.com)

Front Maintenance Hatch

Electrical connections and maintenance access are located through the front maintenance hatch, providing service access without requiring the stones to be removed. (harvia.com)

Serviceable Heating Elements

The heating-element module can be removed and serviced separately, simplifying replacement when necessary. (harvia.com)

Direct Finnish Engineering

The Harvia Virta is designed, engineered, and made in Finland, reflecting the company's Finnish sauna-heating heritage. (artofsteamco.com)

Xenio Wi-Fi Control

The referenced package includes a Harvia Xenio Wi-Fi control system, allowing compatible sauna functions to be controlled remotely through a smartphone or tablet. (artofsteamco.com)

Remote Control & Monitoring

The Xenio system provides Wi-Fi connectivity for remote control and monitoring, helping users manage sauna operation without needing to be physically beside the heater. (artofsteamco.com)

Control Temperature, Time, Lighting & Fan

The Xenio control system can manage temperature, operating time, lighting, and fan functions when compatible equipment is connected. (artofsteamco.com)

Flexible Control Panel Installation

The Xenio control panel can be installed inside or outside the sauna, providing additional flexibility during sauna design and installation. (artofsteamco.com)

Designed for Your Wellness Edge Frontier Space

The Harvia Virta is designed for customers who want a substantial traditional electric sauna heater for a medium-to-large sauna room.

Its floor-mounted configuration works well along a side wall or within a corner, making it suitable for properly constructed home saunas, larger personal wellness spaces, hospitality environments, and other sauna installations that meet the selected model's requirements.

The large stone capacity gives the Virta a strong visual presence inside the sauna, while the stainless-steel construction creates a refined, durable appearance.

With Xenio Wi-Fi control, the Virta combines traditional stone-based sauna heating with modern connected controls. (artofsteamco.com)

At Wellness Edge Frontier, we believe premium sauna equipment should provide substantial performance, thoughtful maintenance access, and modern control options.

Product Specifications

General

• Brand: Harvia
• Product Family: Virta
• Product Type: Electric sauna heater
• Installation: Floor-mounted
• Installation Position: Side wall or corner
• Construction: Stainless Steel
• Heating Method: Electric with sauna stones
• Control: Harvia Xenio Wi-Fi
• Remote Control: Yes
• Stone Package: 3 boxes of AC3020 stones / approximately 150 lbs for the referenced 6 kW package
• Heating Elements: Stainless Steel
• Heating Element Design: Separated from stones
• Maintenance: Front maintenance hatch
• Serviceable Element Module: Yes
• Country of Manufacture: Finland
• Recommended Use: Medium to large saunas
• Control Panel Operating Range: 104–194°F
• Control Panel Dimensions: Approximately 3.4" W × 1.0" D × 4.4" H (artofsteamco.com)

Available Heater Configurations

The referenced retailer offers multiple Virta power configurations through its product selector. The exact heater size should be selected according to the sauna room's actual cubic volume and electrical service. (artofsteamco.com)

6.0 kW Configuration

The current Art of Steam listing identifies the 6 kW Virta as suitable for a sauna room of approximately 297 cubic feet. (artofsteamco.com)

Harvia's current 6 kW North American Virta specification identifies a recommended room volume of approximately 177–294 cubic feet. (harvia.com)

Approximate 6 kW Dimensions

• Width: 16" / 406 mm
• Depth: 13" / 330 mm
• Height: 33" / 838 mm (artofsteamco.com)

8.0 kW Configuration

Harvia's current North American 8 kW Virta specification lists a recommended room volume of approximately 177–431 cubic feet. (harvia.com)

Higher-Power Configurations

The referenced Art of Steam product description identifies the Xenio CX45-U1-U3-XW control as applicable to 8 kW, 9 kW, and 10.5 kW configurations. Exact Virta heater availability and model pairing should be confirmed through the selected product variant before purchase. (artofsteamco.com)

Heater & Sauna Stone System

Traditional Electric Heating

The Virta is designed to heat a substantial amount of sauna stone using electric heating elements, providing the basis for a conventional stone-based sauna environment. (harvia.com)

AC3020 Sauna Stones

The referenced package includes AC3020 sauna stones, with the 6 kW configuration listing three boxes totaling approximately 150 lbs. (artofsteamco.com)

Stone Placement

Harvia's Virta design separates the heating elements from the stones. This allows the heating elements to be serviced without requiring removal of the stone mass. (harvia.com)

Maintenance-Oriented Design

The front maintenance hatch provides access to electrical connections and service areas, while the heating-element module can be removed independently. (harvia.com)

Xenio Wi-Fi Control System

Digital Touch Control

The referenced package includes a Harvia Xenio touch-control panel designed for intuitive adjustment of sauna settings. (artofsteamco.com)

Wi-Fi Connectivity

Xenio provides Wi-Fi connectivity for remote control and monitoring, allowing users to manage compatible sauna functions through a connected device. (artofsteamco.com)

Control Functions

The Xenio control system can manage:

• Sauna temperature
• Operating time
• Lighting
• Fan functions when compatible equipment is connected (artofsteamco.com)

Control Panel Placement

The panel can be installed inside or outside the sauna room, depending on the installation plan. (artofsteamco.com)

What's Included

The referenced Art of Steam package includes:

• Harvia Virta stainless-steel sauna heater
• Appropriate Xenio Wi-Fi control system
• Sauna stones
• Heater mounting/installation components as applicable
• Control components
• Installation and operating documentation (artofsteamco.com)

For the referenced 6 kW configuration, the retailer specifies:

• 3 boxes of AC3020 stones
• Approximately 150 lbs total stone weight
• Xenio CX30-U1-U3-XW Wi-Fi control (artofsteamco.com)

Higher-power configurations may use different control hardware and stone quantities.

Installation & Electrical Requirements

The Harvia Virta is a high-voltage electric sauna heater and must be installed according to the exact heater model's electrical specifications and Harvia installation instructions.

Electrical installation should be completed by a qualified/licensed electrician familiar with sauna-heater systems.

The exact electrical requirements vary according to the selected wattage and voltage.

For example, Harvia's current 6 kW 240V model specifies:

• 6.0 kW output
• 240V
• 60 Hz
• Recommended room volume of approximately 177–294 ft³ (harvia.com)

The current 8 kW 240V model is specified for approximately 177–431 ft³. (harvia.com)

The exact breaker, conductor sizing, voltage, phase, and control-system wiring must always be verified against the selected heater model.

Sauna Room Compatibility

Correct Virta sizing should be based on sauna-room volume and construction characteristics, not simply the number of sauna users.

Current Harvia North American specifications include:

6.0 kW Virta

177–294 cubic feet (harvia.com)

8.0 kW Virta

177–431 cubic feet (harvia.com)

The retailer's current 6 kW listing uses an approximately 297 cubic-foot maximum, which is slightly different from Harvia's current 294 ft³ specification. For final sizing, the exact model documentation supplied with the heater should take precedence. (artofsteamco.com)

Safety & Installation Considerations

Before installation and operation:

• Verify the exact Virta model and wattage.
• Calculate the sauna-room volume accurately.
• Confirm the available electrical service matches the heater.
• Maintain all manufacturer-required installation clearances.
• Install the heater on its approved floor location.
• Use the specified sauna stones.
• Load stones according to Harvia instructions.
• Keep required airflow paths unobstructed.
• Install the temperature sensor and Xenio control components correctly.
• Have electrical connections completed by a qualified professional.
• Review the complete Harvia installation and operating manual before use.

Harvia emphasizes proper stone maintenance as an important part of safe and reliable operation, and the manufacturer specifically places responsibility for proper stone maintenance on the user as part of maintaining warranty validity. (artofsteamco.com)

Maintenance & Care

The Virta's design places particular emphasis on serviceability.

Harvia's current specifications identify:

• Front-access maintenance hatch
• Easily accessible electrical connections
• Heating elements separated from the stones
• Removable heating-element module
• Simplified maintenance without disturbing the stones (harvia.com)

Regular care should include:

• Inspecting sauna stones periodically
• Removing broken stone pieces and debris
• Replacing degraded stones
• Keeping the heater's airflow paths unobstructed
• Inspecting the heater structure
• Following Harvia's maintenance instructions
• Having electrical service performed by a qualified professional

Warranty

The referenced Art of Steam Co. listing does not clearly state a specific warranty duration for the exact Harvia Virta with Rocks and Wi-Fi Control package.

The retailer states that it is an authorized dealer for the brands it sells and notes that purchasing through an authorized dealer keeps the manufacturer's warranty intact. (artofsteamco.com)

The warranty applicable to the exact Wellness Edge Frontier SKU should therefore be confirmed before publishing a specific warranty duration.

Why Choose Wellness Edge Frontier?

At Wellness Edge Frontier, we carefully curate premium sauna equipment for customers who value quality construction, trusted brands, and modern functionality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Harvia Virta?

The Harvia Virta is a floor-mounted electric sauna heater designed for medium to large sauna rooms and frequent sauna use. It features a sturdy stainless-steel structure and a maintenance-oriented heating-element design. (harvia.com)

Is the Virta wall-mounted?

No. The Virta is a floor-mounted heater designed for installation against a side wall or in a corner. (artofsteamco.com)

What is the Virta made from?

The heater uses stainless-steel construction. (artofsteamco.com)

Is the heater made in Finland?

Yes. Harvia identifies the Virta as designed, engineered, and made in Finland. (artofsteamco.com)

What heater sizes are available?

The referenced retailer selector includes a 6 kW configuration and higher configurations associated with 8 kW, 9 kW, and 10.5 kW control options. Exact heater availability should be verified by the selected variant. (artofsteamco.com)

What sauna size does the 6 kW Virta support?

Harvia's current North American specification lists approximately 177–294 cubic feet. The retailer listing currently shows up to approximately 297 cubic feet. (harvia.com)

What sauna size does the 8 kW Virta support?

The current Harvia North American 8 kW model is rated for approximately 177–431 cubic feet. (harvia.com)

Does the Virta include sauna stones?

Yes. The referenced package includes sauna stones. The 6 kW package specifically includes three boxes of AC3020 stones totaling approximately 150 lbs. (artofsteamco.com)

Does it use a large quantity of stones?

Yes. The Virta is designed around a substantial stone mass, and the referenced 6 kW package includes approximately 150 lbs of AC3020 stones. (artofsteamco.com)

Are the heating elements inside the stone mass?

No. The Virta's heating elements are separated from the stones, allowing easier access for maintenance. (harvia.com)

Can the heating elements be replaced?

Yes. The heating-element module can be removed and replaced separately. (harvia.com)

Does it have a maintenance hatch?

Yes. The Virta has a front maintenance hatch providing access to connections and service areas. (harvia.com)

Does it include Wi-Fi control?

Yes. The referenced package includes the Harvia Xenio Wi-Fi control system. (artofsteamco.com)

Can the sauna be controlled remotely?

Yes. The Xenio Wi-Fi system allows compatible sauna functions to be managed remotely through a connected smartphone or tablet. (artofsteamco.com)

What can Xenio control?

The Xenio system can control temperature, operating time, lighting, and fan functions when compatible components are connected. (artofsteamco.com)

Can the control panel be installed outside the sauna?

Yes. The Xenio panel can be installed inside or outside the sauna room. (artofsteamco.com)

What are the dimensions of the 6 kW Virta?

The referenced package lists approximately 16" W × 13" D × 33" H, or about 406 × 330 × 838 mm. (artofsteamco.com)

Is the Virta intended for residential use?

Harvia's current North American specifications describe Virta as suitable for home sauna use, with the product also designed for demanding, frequent sauna operation. (harvia.com)

Can it be used in a commercial sauna?

Some Virta configurations and Harvia documentation may be appropriate for professional use, while specific North American models may have user-group limitations. The exact model should be checked before specifying the heater for a commercial installation. (harvia.com)

What electrical service does it require?

The exact electrical requirement depends on the selected Virta model. The current 6 kW 240V model is specified for 240V service, while higher configurations may have different electrical requirements. (harvia.com)

Does it require professional electrical installation?

Yes. The Virta is a high-voltage electric sauna heater, and electrical installation should be completed by a qualified/licensed electrician.

Does it require regular stone maintenance?

Yes. Harvia specifically notes that proper maintenance of sauna stones is important for heater safety and warranty validity. (artofsteamco.com)

What type of stones does the Virta use?

The referenced package uses AC3020 sauna stones. (artofsteamco.com)

What is the current Wellness Edge Frontier price?

Wellness Edge Frontier currently lists the Harvia Virta Sauna Heater with Rocks and Wi-Fi Control from $3,175.00, compared with a displayed regular price of $3,528.00. (wellnessedgefrontier.com)

What is the current retailer price?

Art of Steam Co. currently displays the referenced 6 kW configuration at $3,175.00, reduced from $3,528.00. (artofsteamco.com)

Does the product come with rocks?

Yes. The referenced configuration specifically includes sauna rocks, with the 6 kW package listing approximately 150 lbs of AC3020 stones. (artofsteamco.com)

What is the warranty?

The referenced retailer does not clearly state a specific warranty duration for this exact package. The exact Wellness Edge Frontier warranty should be confirmed before publication.