Portti™ Clear Glass Sauna Door 27" x 74"
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Tempered Safety Glass
Never Locks
Sealed for Heat
Cool Alder Handle
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About the Portti™ Clear Glass Sauna Door
About the Portti™ Clear Glass Sauna Door
A clear tempered glass sauna door with a solid alder frame, built in the Nordic sauna tradition. The glass keeps a small room feeling open and bright, while a rubber gasket and roller catch seal the heat in. There is no lock anywhere, so anyone inside can always push straight out.
- 27″ × 74⅜″ overall, frame included (686 × 1890 mm)
- 8mm clear tempered glass (EN 12150-1)
- Solid alder frame, grey Abloy hinges
- No lock, always opens from inside
Sauna Door Specifications
Sauna Door Specifications
CRAFTED IN THE FINNISH SAUNA TRADITION
BUILT FOR REAL HEAT
MADE TO LAST FOR YEARS
Clear Glass Sauna Door with a Solid Alder Frame
Sauna Door Dimensions and Rough Opening
Most sauna accessories are made to be cheap. We built Saunom to do the opposite.
Glass Sauna Door vs a Cheap Sauna Door
Glass Sauna Door vs a Cheap Sauna Door
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Glass
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Frame
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Hinges
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Handle
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Heat seal
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Safety
How to Install a Glass Sauna Door
Glass Sauna Door FAQ
What size is this door, and what rough opening do I need?
What size is this door, and what rough opening do I need?
How do I measure my rough opening to make sure it fits?
How do I measure my rough opening to make sure it fits?
What does "pre-hung" mean, and do I still need to frame the opening?
What does "pre-hung" mean, and do I still need to frame the opening?
Can I install this myself, or do I need a professional?
Can I install this myself, or do I need a professional?
Many builders install a pre-hung sauna door themselves if they are comfortable setting a door into a framed opening, shimming it level, and fastening the jamb. The work is standard door hanging, not specialized glass work. If your opening needs adjusting or you are unsure it is square, a carpenter can handle it quickly.
Which way does the door swing, and is it reversible?
Which way does the door swing, and is it reversible?
Sauna doors open outward, the safety standard for the category, and this door follows that convention. The door is fixed right hand opening, the swing is not reversible on this model. Confirm your hinge side against your room layout before purchasing.
What happens if the glass breaks?
What happens if the glass breaks?
The panel is tempered glass, which is far stronger than ordinary annealed glass and, if it ever does break, fragments into small blunt pieces rather than long sharp shards. That fragmentation behavior is the core safety property of tempered glass and the reason it is the standard for sauna doors.
Will the glass crack or break from the sauna heat?
Will the glass crack or break from the sauna heat?
Tempered glass is made to tolerate the heat and the heat-to-cool swings of regular sauna use, and it resists thermal stress far better than ordinary glass. Avoid pouring cold water directly onto hot glass or striking the edges, since sharp impacts and extreme local shocks are what put any glass at risk.
Does the glass get too hot to touch?
Does the glass get too hot to touch?
The glass warms during a session, but the panel sits at the door, away from the heater, so it stays cooler than the stones or the air near the ceiling. Open the door using the handle rather than pressing your palm flat against warm glass, and it is comfortable to use throughout a session.
Does the glass fog up during a session?
Does the glass fog up during a session?
Light condensation can form on the glass during a humid session, the same way a bathroom mirror fogs, and it clears as the sauna airs out afterward. It is surface moisture, not damage. Leaving the door open to dry after each use keeps the glass clear and prevents water spotting over time.
How thick is the glass?
How thick is the glass?
The glass is 8mm (about 5/16 inch) thick, tempered glass.
What is the difference between the Grey and Clear glass?
What is the difference between the Grey and Clear glass?
Clear glass is fully transparent and makes a compact sauna feel open and bright. Grey is a tinted, semi-private glass that softens the view into the room while still letting light through. Both use the same tempered glass, so the choice comes down to privacy and look.
Does the handle get too hot to hold?
Does the handle get too hot to hold?
No, its made from wood. Wood stays far more comfortable to the touch in a hot sauna than bare metal would, which is exactly why the grip is wood rather than metal. You hold the grip, not the bracket.
Why is the jamb made of alder, and will it warp or need sealing?
Why is the jamb made of alder, and will it warp or need sealing?
The jamb is alder, a dense hardwood that naturally resists moisture and handles sauna heat and humidity without warping or degrading, which is why it is used instead of a softer wood. Alder is typically left untreated inside a sauna.
Does the door seal tightly enough to hold heat in?
Does the door seal tightly enough to hold heat in?
The door fits its jamb closely and holds sauna heat in during a session. Sauna doors are not built to be airtight, because a sauna needs some air exchange to run well and to dry out afterward. A close, consistent fit is the goal here, not a sealed-shut chamber.
Do sauna doors open inward or outward?
Do sauna doors open inward or outward?
Sauna doors open outward, and this door is no exception. Outswing is the safety standard for saunas, because an outward-opening door cannot be blocked by anyone inside and is never jammed shut by heat expansion. It is the convention every properly built sauna door follows, not a brand-specific feature.
Can the door lock, and could someone get trapped inside?
Can the door lock, and could someone get trapped inside?
The door does not lock, by design. A sauna door must never lock so no one can be shut in. It latches with roll lock to stay closed during a session but can always be opened. There are no keys and no exterior locking mechanism on a sauna door.
Is a glass sauna door safe with children?
Is a glass sauna door safe with children?
Treat it like any sauna door. A child should never be in a sauna without an adult present, and this door is built so it can always be opened and never locks. The panel is tempered glass, the category safety standard. Adult supervision is the real safeguard, on any door.
Can I use this door on an outdoor, steam, or infrared sauna?
Can I use this door on an outdoor, steam, or infrared sauna?
his door is built for indoor saunas, both traditional and infrared. It isn't rated for outdoor use or the constant wet of a steam room, where the frame and hardware would be exposed to conditions they aren't made for.
How do I clean the glass and the frame?
How do I clean the glass and the frame?
Wipe the glass with a soft cloth and a mild glass cleaner or diluted white vinegar, avoiding abrasive pads that can scratch. Give the frame a quick pass with a damp microfiber cloth to keep it looking clean. Drying the door after use reduces spotting.
Why choose a glass door over a traditional wood sauna door?
Why choose a glass door over a traditional wood sauna door?
A glass door lets light flow into the sauna, makes a small room feel open, and lets you see in and out, which a solid wood door cannot. Tempered glass also will not warp, swell, or absorb odors the way wood can over time. The alder jamb keeps the warm wood look at the frame.
Can I use a regular shower door on my sauna instead?
Can I use a regular shower door on my sauna instead?
A standard shower door is not a substitute. Shower doors are built for warm, wet conditions, not the sustained high heat of a sauna, and they may use glass, seals, frames, or hardware that are not rated for it. A purpose-built sauna door uses tempered glass, an outswing safety design, and heat-rated materials throughout.
How long will it last, and what does the warranty cover?
How long will it last, and what does the warranty cover?
The door is built from materials chosen to last through regular sauna use: tempered glass and a moisture-resistant alder jamb. Includes a one year warranty.
The door ships freight. What if it arrives damaged?
The door ships freight. What if it arrives damaged?
A pre-hung glass door is heavy and ships by freight, so inspect it on arrival before signing for it. Note any visible damage to the packaging or the glass with the carrier at the point of delivery.
What hinges does the door use?
What hinges does the door use?
The door uses hinges from Abloy, the Finnish hardware manufacturer founded in 1907 and known for precision door and lock hardware. The hinges come already fitted into the alder jamb as part of the pre-hung unit, so they arrive set and aligned with no separate hardware to assemble.