The Story Behind Midwest Sauna & Steam
About Me
Hi, I’m Mike Tassone, the founder of Midwest Sauna & Steam — and this business is deeply personal to me.
I’ve always been someone who pushed myself — through sports, work, and life in general. But years of injuries and multiple surgeries left my body feeling worn down. I’ve also lived with Generalized Anxiety Disorder for most of my life, and I’ve always leaned on physical activity as my main coping mechanism. So when those injuries made hard workouts tough to maintain, I started to feel my mental and physical health decline — especially while spending long days behind a desk in the corporate consulting world.
Something had to change.
What I Do Now
Today, I build handcrafted custom indoor saunas for people who want to reclaim their health, create a space to reset, and invest in something that will last. I don’t use kits or shortcuts — every sauna is built by hand using premium materials and a deep understanding of what makes a sauna truly great.
Whether you want a sleek, modern sauna or something rustic and warm, I’ll work with you to design the perfect space for your home and your lifestyle.
Why I Built My First Sauna
I’ve always loved saunas. The heat, the calm, the reset I’d feel afterward — it was the one place I could fully unwind. But the reality was, getting daily access to a sauna just didn’t fit into my schedule.
So I made it my goal: bring the sauna to me.
Not just any sauna — the kind that could give me daily relief, built with care and intention.
I spent years researching traditional Finnish sauna design — everything from wood types, framing, and insulation to ventilation, vapor barriers, lighting, and heating systems. I looked into the pre-made kits and prefab boxes, but they always fell short — flimsy materials, poor airflow, and designs that just didn’t last. I wanted something better. So I built it myself.
My first custom sauna build was in my basement with my father - it is a memory I will never forget. And it changed everything.
Why It Matters
I started this company because I know firsthand what it feels like to need something more sustainable for your wellness — and not know where to find it.
The health benefits of daily sauna use are incredible:
🔥 Helps relieve stress and anxiety
💧 Flushes toxins and promotes circulation
🛌 Improves sleep and recovery
💪 Eases joint pain and muscle fatigue
💓 Supports heart health and longevity
I believe everyone deserves access to that kind of daily reset — and I’m proud to help make it happen.