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Sadhu Boards with 10 mm Nail Spacing

10 mm (0.39 in) is the distance between the tips of two neighbouring nails — not the thickness of the board. It is our most popular spacing and the level most practitioners settle on for the long term: enough intensity to feel the acupressure clearly, still reachable after a few weeks of regular practice.

Who 10 mm is for

• Anyone who has already stood on an 8 mm board and wants a stronger sensation
• Practitioners returning to nail standing after a break
• Beginners who would rather buy one board and grow into it than upgrade in six months

If this is your very first board and you have no idea how your feet will react, 8 mm is the safer purchase. If you are reasonably confident, 10 mm is the one you will keep.

How 10 mm compares

Aluminum or copper at 10 mm

At the same spacing the sensation is very close — the pressure comes from the nail grid, not the metal. Aluminum is lighter, corrosion-resistant and more affordable, from $69.90. Copper is heavier, warms to body temperature faster underfoot and is naturally antimicrobial, from $79.90. Most people choose on look, weight and budget.

Getting to your first minute

1. Place the boards on a stable, non-slip surface next to a wall or chair.
2. Socks on for the first sessions. Step down heels first, then lower the whole foot — never jump on.
3. 10–30 seconds to start. Breathe slowly and deeply; holding your breath is what makes it unbearable.
4. Add a few seconds each day. Most people reach one to three minutes barefoot within a few weeks.
5. Step off the way you stepped on, then walk around for a minute.

Specifications

• Base: ECO birch plywood, 3-layer glossy varnish, several models engraved
• Nail pattern: Hexagon / Flower of Life — equal spacing in every direction
• Format: two interlocking boards, one per foot, that fit together for storage
• Board size: roughly 32 × 12–13 × 2.3–2.5 cm (12.6 × 4.7–5.1 × 0.9–1.0 in)
• Max foot size: about US M12–13 / EU 46–47 / UK 11–12
• Included: velvet storage case, aroma sticks with holder, gift-ready box
• Free shipping to the US, Canada, Japan and Europe — 1–4 days — and 30-day returns

Questions about 10 mm boards

How long before 10 mm feels comfortable? For most people, two to four weeks of near-daily short sessions. Consistency matters far more than session length.

Can I use 10 mm from day one? Many do, in socks. It will be intense at first. If you would rather not gamble, start at 8 mm.

Do I need to move to 12 mm eventually? No. Plenty of long-term practitioners stay at 10 mm and simply stand longer or add breath work.

Still weighing spacing against material? Read the full guide to choosing a Sadhu board, or see all available boards.