Hey thanks for watching! If you want you can also follow my instagram instagram.com/drewbuildsstuff/ . I generally post some sneak peaks of future projects on there. Quick note on length: my videos are as long as the footage comes out to with the information included that I think needs to be included. I’m not into the tiktok style videos that most other build channels produce and rather like to focus on the full build process and education. After the tiny house video that seems to be what most viewers prefer as well. What do you guys think? Merry Christmas 🎄

“Never seen so many holes filled by black caulk” … flawless execution 👌

I love these longer form videos it's really nice to just watch one thing and not have to find other parts in a series or wait for the next part to come out and be left on a cliffhanger

This is one of the most kick ass things I've watched someone build from scratch. The entire design is beautiful.

The snow at the end is one of the most stunning parts of this video. Drew is a perfectionist!

I knew this guy went the extra mile. But I did not expect him to go and make a whole bunch of snow for the video. That is just crazy to me. Your craftsmanship and your attention to detail is phenomenal. Good work as always. Can't wait to see what you do next.

as a Sauna lover and a filmmaker I can only say that I am absolutely impressed how exceptionally well crafted your videos and builds are. But what stands out even more is the heart and soul you put into it. Congrats, this is peak YT content!

Drew, your comment about black caulk filling holes deserves a subscription. Great project.

I really love your videos. I'm WM 78 years old and live in Western Massachusetts, The Berkshires! Being a man who hardly knows the business end of a hammer, I am amazed at what you can do with the right tools equipment, supplies and most of all, your knowledge of building stuff. I'm definitely a fan and will subscribe and support your channel.

Usually saunas have an air intake at ground level near the heater, and an air exit and a higher level. It might sound counterintuitive, but it actually makes sure there's good air circulation in the sauna. Great build!

It’s refreshing to see someone who is willing to spend the extra time and money to ensure a quality build. Not a common trait but a respectable practice in my book. Props to you and your hard work 🙏!

I can’t tell what’s more impressive, the detail in your build, the detail in your shots, or the skill of the edit. You’re crushing on multiple creative levels where people struggle to excel in one and at a pace that seems near impossible. Keep up the great work and keep this all in mind when whoever it is comes to you with an offer/deal for collaboration.

I'm an auld carpenter and its good to see you people building/designing projects. Modern power tools are great. I love them.

As a Finn, there is one thing missing and I’m not sure, is it just a personal choice or your new to Saunas. But idea of sauna is to throw water on the hot rocks so that they form the steam that saunas are known for. You cannot find a Finnish sauna that doesn’t have a pail (water bucket) and a ladle (?). You should definitely give it a try. Of course you don’t want to preheat the stove too hot cause the steam might be unbearable.

The snow really made the final shots - worth the effort, in my opinion. 🤩

Watched the tiny home yesterday and this one today - they’ve been great for taking my mind off things, especially with the long format! Thank you!

Absolutely! Gabled porches do indeed have a timeless charm and the DIY approach to building one showcases a deep appreciation for both architecture and personal skill-building. It's intriguing to think about the various design decisions that go into such a project, like choosing the right materials and dimensions to complement the existing structure. The blend of practicality and aesthetics in these choices is always a fascinating aspect of DIY home improvement projects. Plus, the sense of achievement in completing such a task must be incredibly satisfying!

This and your mini house are definitely the nicest things you’ve made. They are so impressive

I absolutely LOVE that you make your builds feature length, so refreshing, and $10,000 for just lumber really is insane, must be near 100 bucks a length 😅

The meticulousness to detail is so perfect. I actually like the walnut light piece and why you did it.

😂😂 Dude! That snow earned you a subscriber, that was way over the top! Dedication! And I can't believe I watched the whole thing from start to finish. Highlights were definitely the snow surprise at the end and the "many holes and black caulk" joke! 😂😂😂

Really enjoyed watching the build. Job very well done. For a really good "Sauna Experience" it's very important with good ventilation in a Sauna, we Finns have debated for years the optimum ventilation layout. There seems to be as many opinions as there are Sauna-goers. The latest I have come across and what some technical audits seem to support is that the "fresh air" intake should be above the stove at about 2/3 height of the room. The "exhaust air" outlet should be fairly close to the floor level at the opposite corner from the intake. This arrangement according to the study provides the most "even" temperature for the occupant. Furthermore the feet elevation should be no lower than the top of the stove. An other important thing I didn't see in the build was a floor drain, we Finns tend to use quite a lot of water in the Sauna to drive up the humidity for an unforgettable experience.

I'm so glad you took the time to make the snow, it makes it look really pretty. Also the fact you took the time to explain that you went through the effort is golden.

I make windows and French doors for living and I can say you did a great job installing the glass. Especially accounting for water drainage and adding spacers. Great job !!!

The one inch mark on the snips was brilliant. I’ve installed a few of these roofs and never thought of that.

Oh my...that black caulk joke out of nowhere...it brought tears to my eyes. Keep it up!

This was absolutely incredible. I am getting addicted to your videos. Not only do I like the style and quality of your work, but it adds that something extra having your commentary.

Absolutely stunning. For years I have dreamt of having my own backyard sauna, and now I will dream of YOUR backyard sauna! Fantastic job Drew. Easily the nicest DIY build I've ever seen!

Now, this is a proper KZfaq channel, and not fake like some others - no question about it. Good job, man! Just continue this way. Awesome!

Great video, minute 25:00 gave me a good laugh, the end was perfect but a little blurry! Would love to see more of you, keep up the good work.

Your craftsmanship and attention to detail is mind-blowing. Well done,sir.

This is one of the most kick ass things I've watched someone build from scratch. The entire design is really awesome. Thanks for sharing.

As a Finnish person it is nice to see sauna culture getting popular in other areas of the world as well. Theres a few things I would have done differently on the build, but I’m sure this is totally fine for this purpose.

The fake snow shows how much effort you put into your videos. Absolutely love it!!

This was an awesome build to watch. Thanks for taking us along on the journey.

It's awesome to see someone so young care about true craftmanship. Refreshing in todays sloppy build world. I enjoyed your videos.

this is more than just a sauna build, it's truly art with the level and attention to detail you took on EVERYTHING

Greetings from Finland! That's a nice sauna, real beauty. One thing to consider: Where is your make-up air?? The air gets stuffy really quick without one, and the "stove" needs one too. You'll need at least two 4" holes to bring in enough fresh air.

LOVE how you use your spa as a plunge bath , and built the sauna. GOOD THINKING !

so cool Drew. loved the surprise ending with the snowmaker. You are really talented. Look forward to watching your videos in the future. You are really good at the video end of things also. High quality education and entertainment. Didn't think I would watch the entire build! You even have a great voice to listen to!

Great sauna build! I am always eager to watch a non-Finn build a sauna. I think you did a good job building it. I think I can a few pointers from a the point of view of me, a Finn that recently built himself a Finnish sauna. I think you succeeded well on the frame of the sauna as well as the outside. Cedar is not typically found around these parts so our main lumber is pine and I’ve rarely seen anyone use wood that is free of knots, so that was interesting to see. I probably belong to the camp who would have sanded some some pine 2x4’s and called it a day. However inside the sauna is reserved usually for higher quality wood. Paneling can be of pine, but it is common to use black alder or aspen in paneling. What is very common is to mix and match to get a color difference between the boards you sit on and the paneling by using different kinds of woods. This can also be done by heat treating the wood to different levels which enhances its properties and makes the wood (e.g. aspen) to dark brown. I liked seeing that color variation on cedar as well. I think you made two major mistakes of which one is quite easily fixed. First is the airvent: you need one. Especially when you have a wooden stove. It is exhuming gasses up the chimney and it needs more air continuously. One very clever way is place a vent on the far side of the stove underneath the boards you sit on. That way it is cold, fresh air that is being pulled to the stove to be warmed. These vents are usually such that they can easily be closed if needed. Second, more serious mistake you made on the inner framing for the paneling. Since air travels mostly up and down, it important to have ways for the hot and moist air to escape behind the boards. As you used horizontal paneling, you should have put one set of framing horizantally and only the the one you used to attach to the panels. That way you have free space for the air to move behind the panel. This also applies to the roof as well as gaps on every corner. If you just keep it as a hot box and don’t include water into the mix it might be alright for years to come, but if it is outside like it seems to be, there is a risk for the wood to start decomposing and turning black from stagnant air. Also, on the previous step, you can make framing for the boards you sit one in between the aluminium foil and the paneling so you don’t really need the frame. Just using some wide and thick boards you can make your sauna very light and easily accessible when it needs cleaning or just to save on materials. Hidden frames are almost always used in Finnish saunas, unless thr sauna is being built on a log cabin where no such thing can be done. Lastly, as some Finns already commented, please throw some water on the rocks as it is customary. That Huum (even though it’s Estonian) is built to handle it and you can have the full sauna experience. I was glad to see your project and it is making me consider if I should make a similar project. I thank you for that. Have a great start for the year 2024!

It’s an absolute joy watching your videos. They’re serene, entertaining and engaging. I’m genuinely comforted throughout and can’t describe the feeling I get. Thanks for your incredible ideas, hard work and dedication Drew ◡̈

It's always the details that make for a stellar result. Amazing attention to detail, specialized tool intro greatly appreciated.

Absolutely love how beautiful it looks with or without snow.

Great build, really enjoyed it. I am going to build something very similar. A couple things differently, I am going to add a fresh air intake near the stove floor and an auto exhaust opposite end near the roof with a timer that you can turn on when you shut it down to vent it all out. Also going to add a drain under the stove to get rid of the water you put on the sauna. Also will probably use concrete board behind the tile in a wet environment otherwise tile has been known to fall off over time as wood contracts/expands so much. Might upsize to 2x6 framing for more R value walls and 2x8 roof. Great detail and design. Loved the build. Just listing things that probably should have been included for others wanting to build something similar.

Beautiful build and video. As you dive more into using your sauna I'm sure that you'll learn of a few things that you might want to tweak. I'd definitely consider a vent near the heater, something that you can adjust would be perfect. Use some water! It makes the sauna much more enjoyable...but if you do I'd also consider a drain through the bottom for excess water.

Absolutely beautiful. Your craftsmanship and attention to detail is amazing. Making snow was the perfect touch!

Amazing work! As an Estonian ( sauna country) it’s good to see our product HUUM in use. Maybe you should make ventilation for longevity. And throw some water (or beer) to HUUM stones, that will make sauna experience more better!

35 minutes in and I'm impressed. I love how you made the soffit flow with the walls. I never would have thought to do that small detail.

You just build the sauna that I had sketched on a pad both design and dimensions. Thank you for posting the plans, you just saved me a ton of work. I hope you got a lot of subscribers off this one!

Not only this is the best video I've watched on sauna building, but this is the best looking sauna I've ever seen!Hats off Drew!!!Thank you for this content man!

I genuinely love watching this channel grow. It’s such a joy.

wow, the Cedar wood used in that build was incredible and you did an amazing job to keep all the fasteners hidden to preserve the look. Amazing project. Great job.

You amaze me dude. How you can watch a couple youtube vids and retain that info and build anything you set you mind to. It's a gift for sure, and you make it look possible for anyone to do however, i know i would screw up every step because i am not as thorough and lack your patience and persistence. Thank you!

You are a real guy, like Bob Ross. Real, genuine, extremely gifted and generous with your knowledge. Its super appreciated, just props man.

I'm speechless at how good this is. The process, the colors, the end result, everything you did along the way just amazed me.

Keeping track of the boards and matching them from ceiling to wall is brilliant, professional attention to detail.

These are by far the best videos of how to build I have been in the construction industry for 55 years and I enjoy your videos Keep up the good work

To future-proof the electricals, you could install conduits (flexible, plastic ones) to be able to replace the wiring if you need to in 5 years.

"So many holes filled with black caulk" 😳😅🤣😱😂 Have to admit, this made me subscribe asap 🤣🤣🤣

The hidden easter egg jokes in all of your videos just makes my day!

This video was so therapeutic to watch. I finished the whole video without skipping anything.

I am in awe of your ability to cut and make everything fit so snugly. Something I’ve struggled with. But, I have learned a few tricks from you that I am looking forward to trying.

by far one of my favorite youtube channels... The amount effort this man puts in to bring us the amazingly detailed and entertaining HIGH QUALITY content that he does... I mean.... the quality here is just incredible... and to go as far as creating fake snow for just a few final clips... Man... The pride you take in what you do... and the fact that you dont just pump projects out for quick cash... and take insane amounts of time paying attention to such detail... is just amazing... Thank you Drew!!!! Hats off to you! Cant wait to see the next one.

One of the few channels that my older brother watches also. Very cool that you keep it real and tell us that it "IS US" that keeps you making these great videos. Just keep making great videos like these and you will ALWAYS have US!

That thing is gorgeous! I could find myself enjoying it for years

Your attention to the details is remarcable. Amazing job!

Amazing work, Drew! Even making the snow! Cheers to you and your family, and many hours of warmth, comfort and healing in the sauna!

what a shyamalan twist at the end, didnt even notice the green grass. gotta respect a builder/creator that goes the extra mile in so many ways. great video Drew

Everytime I watch your video, one word comes to my mind - PRECISION and that gotta take a lot of time, patience and dedication... Hats Off 👍

I've been building a shed w a restroom for 12 months u did this in 4 weeks alone is amazing. Couldn't have turned out nicer congrats

The quality of these videos are amazing. As someone learning/aspiring to be a videographer, I find that your videos showcase how a well made video should look and feel. I also enjoy building things and would love to do what you do. Keep up the amazing work Drew.

An hour and a half of watching Drew Build stuff is a guaranteed good time. Thanks for the sauna build! Epic.

I want to use all french words I know ,to describe how Good your build look.Thanx for sharing. Huum is excellent choice.

The most beautiful sauna I've ever seen so far, this is perfection!!!

as someone who has built heaps of saunas I salute your attention to detail. One thing you didn't address, which is a big no no, is cleaning. No floor drain and no access to cleaning under the benches (where all the sweat lands) as you closed off the bottom bench. Saunas are designed to be hosed out daily and scrubbed down for hygiene purposes. I would have left the bottom bench open for cleaning. (Also you would be surprised how nice the cool air from under the door is flowing through the bottom bench and across your balls as heat rises :D. I also would have made a small wall vent opposite the door near the ceiling for air flow across the sauna. Fresh air and air-flow is a crucial part of sauna planning and execution. You did fantastic work and I subscribed to your channel. Nice work legend. Your black caulk joke was a 10/10. :DDDD

Thanks for the opportunity to work together on this one, you absolutely crushed the build! Ps. You had me cracking up at 24:56 Wishing you all the best in 2024!

I love so much what you did with the snow machine at the end to give it the feel you wanted. Perfectly executed.

Thank you for sharing. Beautifully done.❤

Another great video by a VERY talented craftsman and videographer! I prefer watching your builds to a movie. They are so inspiring and gratifying to watch. Keep them coming Drew!

Hey Drew, love you videos. So happy to see you building a sauna. I've been wanting to build one for awhile and find your videos great. And as a fellow Canadian to have pricing in CAD is awesome too!

Thank you so much for your great crafsmanship & the hours of filming & editing!. I used a number of your ideas on my first sauna build and wanted to say thank you very much!. Drew Rocks.

That is a masterpiece. Absolutely stunning.

Stumbled upon this channel & within watching this sauna build my life is forever changed. The level of this man’s precision makes you question how much effort am I giving into my own life. Thank you.. Keep producing these amazing videos man you’re inspiring more than you think.

24:54 LMAOOO That was too good!!

this is wow. love saunas, and a sauna with a view is pure luxury. nice build.

Excellent job! The best sauna design I have found to repeat for myself! Thanks a lot for sharing your experience and creativity!

“I’ve been down the depths of the internet before but I’ve never seen this many holes filled with black caulk before.” - Drew, 2023 😂lmao

Damn dude, I'm not sure what's more impressive, your video production skills or your construction skills. Wow, great video, that was so fun to watch

One of the most amazing projects...

You did a good job indeed. Furnishing was excellence. Looks very impressive for a DIY and for the price if you have to buy, this look far way better.

Hi, the sauna looks so good! Your skills are amazing! One question - as a Finn I do know something about saunas and been building a few of them. Where is the ventilation? That is the fresh air for the stowe and the new air for the people inside. I can´t talk farenheit but small saunas are good with 60-80C and fresh heated air is critical to be able to stay and enjoy the sauna. We usually do not put any oil on the wood as the heat will kill all the mold :) So did u throw any water on the stow? Otherwise it is a hot place, not a sauna

I'm surprised how this project went along so smoothly with barely any set backs. You're really amazing at what you do.

Pretty impressive. Nice touch with the snow. Thank you.

Fabulous work! Your attention to detail is amazing! I would highly recommend tile backer board, as those grout joins will crack as the wood expands/contracts with heat/cold.

Your skill, vision and meticulous eye for detail is remarkable. This is stunning ❤ thank you for taking us on this journey and putting this in one video!!! Happy Holidays x

Awesome build. Just as an FYI, you can mount solar panels on a standing seam roof without any holes (well other than for the wires). There’s a way to clip onto the standing seams. It’s one of the big benefits of that roof.

Absolutely stunning craftsmanship. You are very talented.

great videos love the detailed walk through instructions very thorough production 👏 entertaining, inspiring, and informative. thank you sir the community appreciates your contributions

Watching you work at warp speed is like watching you through HG Wells time machine. FUN, entertaining, and educational, all in one. Well Done. Love the snow and the flasher bits at the end.