Outdoor installation specifics

Extra checks for outdoor installs: drainage slope, future encroachment from plants and trees, lit path planning.

For outdoor installations, beyond the standard assembly sequence:

Confirm drainage slopes away from the foundation in all directions
Verify that surrounding plants, trees, or structures will not encroach on the clearance over the next several years (a sapling planted 6 inches from the rear of the cabin will grow into a clearance issue)
Check that the path from the house to the sauna is clear, level, and safe for evening or winter use
Plan for outdoor lighting on the path

For climate-specific outdoor considerations, see Sections 4.15 to 4.17.

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