The Harvia The Wall SWS60 Package is the complete, ready-to-install version of Harvia's most design-forward wall-mounted heater. It includes the SWS60 heater and one box of Harvia AC3000 sauna stones. The Wall is a fundamentally different product from the KIP series: it is taller and narrower (27.5"H x 16.9"W x 10.1"D), finished in polished stainless steel, and controlled by illuminated switches at the top of the unit rather than rotary dials at the base. Where the KIP is a traditional, utilitarian wall-mounted heater, The Wall is a design statement - a slim, vertical piece that integrates into the sauna interior rather than just occupying a wall position. Harvia designed it to be installed in either left or right-handed orientation and to be integrated directly into the sauna bench if the room layout allows it.
Illuminated top-mounted controls - usable in low light
The control switches of The Wall are positioned at the top of the heater unit and are illuminated, which means they are visible and operable in a dimly lit sauna room without feeling around at the base of the heater. The controls manage on/off, timer, and temperature - the same essential functions as the KIP's dial controls but in a form that suits the sleek visual profile of The Wall. The control module can be configured on either the left or right side of the unit, giving additional flexibility for rooms where the preferred access side differs from the standard. The temperature adjustment range of the built-in controls is 121°F to 175°F.
Left or right-handed installation - and optional bench integration
The Wall can be installed in left-handed or right-handed orientation - the control panel physically swaps sides rather than simply rotating, which is a different and more considered installation flexibility than the KIP's dial repositioning. This matters in small sauna rooms where the accessible side of the heater is determined by bench placement and traffic flow. Beyond left/right orientation, The Wall can be integrated directly into the sauna bench: the heater is designed to sit partially within the bench structure with the stone mass at bench level, eliminating the heater as a floor-to-ceiling wall fixture and making it part of the bench composition. This requires planning during sauna construction and a wall rack that the heater manufacturer provides with each unit.
Superior air circulation design - more consistent room temperature
Harvia specifically engineered the internal geometry of The Wall to improve air circulation through and around the heater. Cool air enters from below the unit, passes through the stone mass and heating elements, and exits from the top and sides in a pattern that distributes heat more evenly across the sauna room volume than heaters with more enclosed designs. The practical effect is more consistent temperature from floor level to bench level in the sauna room, reducing the sharp stratification of heat that poorly positioned or enclosed heaters can create. The Wall's extra-long heating elements contribute to this by providing more contact surface with the stones and producing smoother, more gradual heat transfer into the room.
Polished stainless steel finish - the SWS60 vs the SW60
The SWS60 is the polished stainless steel version of The Wall. The SW60 is the same heater in a black steel finish. This listing is for the SWS60 stainless steel model. The stainless finish suits light wood and natural material sauna interiors where a polished reflective surface reads as a design element rather than a disruption. Both models are identical in all technical specifications - power output, room coverage, safety distances, electrical requirements, and stone capacity are the same. The choice between them is purely aesthetic.
Complete wall-mounted sauna heater package for rooms from 141 to 282 cubic feet. Includes The Wall SWS60 6kW stainless steel heater and 1 box Harvia AC3000 sauna stones. Illuminated built-in controls at top of unit - operable in low light. Left or right-handed installation. Optional bench integration. 27.5"H x 16.9"W x 10.1"D - taller and narrower than standard wall heaters. 44 lb stone capacity, direct rock-to-element contact. Superior air circulation design. IPX4 wet area rated. Safety distance 3" front and sides, 3.68 ft ceiling, 9.8" floor minimum. 240V / 1-phase, 30A breaker, 10 AWG wire. ETL certified. Mounting rack and fastening kit included. Designed and made in Finland. 2-year consumer warranty.
Package - heater + stones included 6 kW 141 to 282 cu ft Polished stainless steel finish Illuminated top-mounted controls Left or right-handed installation Optional bench integration 27.5"H x 16.9"W x 10.1"D Superior air circulation design 44 lb stone capacity IPX4 wet area rated 3" safety distance front and sides 240V / 1-phase - 30A breaker ETL certified Made in Finland 2-year warranty
Specifications
Electrical
| Power output |
6 kW |
| Voltage |
240V / 1-phase / 60 Hz |
| Circuit breaker required |
30 A |
| Wire gauge |
10 AWG |
| IP rating |
IPX4 - wet area approved |
| Certification |
ETL |
Dimensions and weight
| Height |
27.5" (699 mm) |
| Width |
16.9" (429 mm) |
| Depth |
10.1" (257 mm) |
| Net weight |
31.5 lbs (14.3 kg) |
| Finish |
Polished stainless steel (SWS60) |
| Mounting |
Wall-mounted via included mounting rack |
Room sizing and stones
| Room volume |
141 to 282 cu ft |
| Stone capacity |
44 lbs (20 kg) |
| Stones included (package) |
1 box Harvia AC3000 - approx. 44 lbs |
| Stone size |
5-10 cm (2-4") |
| Stone type |
Harvia AC3000 (required for warranty) |
Safety distances
| Front (combustible materials) |
3" (76 mm) |
| Sides - left and right (combustible materials) |
3" (76 mm) |
| Ceiling clearance |
3.68 ft (1,121 mm) |
| Floor minimum (mounting rack sets this) |
9.8" (249 mm) |
| Minimum room height |
6.56 ft (2,000 mm) |
Built-in controls
| Control type |
Illuminated built-in switches - top of unit |
| Functions |
On/off, timer, temperature |
| Temperature range |
121°F to 175°F |
| Control position |
Left or right side - configurable at installation |
| Bench integration |
Yes - heater can be integrated into sauna bench |
| External control compatibility |
None - built-in controls only |
| Remote use |
No |
Construction and warranty
| Main material |
Steel with polished stainless steel finish |
| Heating elements |
Extra-long, serviceable, direct stone contact |
| Use environment |
Interior wet area (IPX4) |
| Consumer warranty |
2 years |
| Commercial warranty |
1 year |
| Origin |
Designed, engineered, and made in Finland |
What's included
Harvia The Wall SWS60 6kW stainless steel heater
1 box Harvia AC3000 sauna stones (5-10 cm, approx. 44 lbs)
Harvia wall mounting rack (sets minimum floor safety distance)
Fastening kit and hardware
Installation and operation manual
Why The Wall SWS60 Package stands out
Polished stainless steel design
The SWS60 is The Wall in its polished stainless finish. Taller and narrower than a KIP heater at 27.5"H x 16.9"W x 10.1"D, it reads as a deliberate design element in a sauna interior rather than a utilitarian wall fixture. The slim vertical profile takes up less visual space than a wider heater of the same output.
Illuminated top controls - usable in low light
The control switches sit at the top of the unit and are illuminated - visible in a candlelit or dimly lit sauna without searching at the base of the heater. The module configures to either the left or right side at installation, not just rotated - a more considered flexibility for rooms where the accessible side matters.
Bench integration option
The Wall can be installed partially within the sauna bench rather than solely on the wall, positioning the stone mass at bench level. This eliminates the heater as a separate vertical wall element and integrates it into the bench composition. Requires planning during sauna construction and uses the included mounting rack.
Superior air circulation
The Wall's internal geometry directs cool air in from below the unit, through the stone mass and extra-long heating elements, and out from the top and sides. This produces more even temperature distribution across the full room height than enclosed heater designs - reducing the heat stratification between floor level and bench level that undermines comfort in poorly circulating saunas.
IPX4 wet area rated
Rated for splashwater from any direction. The Wall is approved for wet area installation and fully handles the steam, condensation, and direct water splash of regular sauna use. The 3" safety clearance from combustible materials on all sides is compact and keeps installation close to the wall structure.
Complete package - stones included
This listing includes the heater, 1 box of Harvia AC3000 stones, mounting rack, fastening kit, and manual. Everything needed for installation arrives together. The only additional requirement is the electrical connection by a licensed electrician: 240V/1-phase, 30A breaker, 10 AWG wire.
About Harvia
Made in Finland - 75 years
The Wall. A Harvia heater designed as much for the sauna interior as for the heat it produces.
Harvia has been making sauna heaters in Finland since 1950. The Wall represents the company's answer to a question that a growing number of sauna builders ask: can the heater itself be part of the design rather than just a functional requirement? The slim vertical profile, polished stainless finish, illuminated top controls, left/right installation flexibility, and bench integration option are all specific design decisions made in service of that question. The technical performance - 6kW, IPX4, ETL certified, extra-long elements, superior air circulation - is Harvia standard. The form is something different from the rest of the KIP and Virta range.
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Package includes heater and stones - 1 box Harvia AC3000 (5-10 cm) included
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Polished stainless steel, 27.5"H x 16.9"W x 10.1"D - taller and slimmer than KIP series
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Illuminated top controls - left or right configurable, operable in low light
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Bench integration option - heater integrates into bench structure if planned at build
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IPX4, ETL certified, made in Finland - 2-year consumer warranty
The Wall vs KIP - which is right?
The Wall SWS60 vs KIP60B - same output, different proposition
Both the The Wall SWS60 and the KIP60B deliver 6kW on a 240V/1-phase circuit with built-in controls and no external unit required. The KIP60B covers rooms from 170 to 300 cubic feet and is the utilitarian choice: proven, compact, dial-controlled, and straightforward to install anywhere. The Wall SWS60 covers rooms from 141 to 282 cubic feet and is the design-led choice: taller, slimmer, illuminated controls, left/right installation flexibility, bench integration option, and a polished stainless finish that contributes to the sauna aesthetic rather than sitting apart from it. Neither is a better heater in technical terms - they are different products for different priorities.
A standard 2-pole 30A breaker and 10 AWG wire are required for The Wall SWS60. Do not connect to a GFI or GFCI breaker. Only Harvia AC3000 stones (5-10 cm) should be used - other stone types or insufficient quantity void the warranty. The mounting rack included with the heater must be used: it sets the minimum floor safety distance of 9.8 inches, which is a required safety clearance that cannot be achieved by direct wall mounting without the rack.
Manuals and Documents
Installation and operation manual
The official Harvia The Wall installation and operation manual covers the mounting rack installation and the minimum floor safety distance it establishes, wall fixing and fastening kit use, left and right-handed installation orientation, bench integration guidelines, electrical connections (240V/1-phase, 30A breaker, 10 AWG wire), stone loading requirements, illuminated control operation, the overheat protection reset procedure, and warranty conditions. The datasheet provides confirmed technical data for the HSWS6U1B model. Download both from the links below.
Available Documents
Warranty
2-year consumer warranty / 1-year commercial warranty
The Harvia The Wall SWS60 is covered by a 2-year limited warranty for consumer (residential) use and a 1-year limited warranty for commercial use from the date of purchase. The warranty covers defects in manufacturing and materials including heating elements, controls, and all internal components. Heating elements are serviceable and replacements are available. The warranty is void if: the heater is connected to a GFI/GFCI breaker (standard 2-pole breaker required), incorrect or insufficient stones are used (must be Harvia AC3000, 5-10 cm), essential oils are poured directly on stones or elements, or the heater is improperly installed. The required mounting rack must be used to ensure the correct floor safety distance. Proof of purchase from an authorized Harvia dealer is required. We are an authorized Harvia dealer.
