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Sauna FAQ's
HOW DOES A SAUNA DIFFER FROM OTHER BATHS?
A Sauna is an insulated room built of softwood such as ceder and
aspen. A heater which is capable of heating the room to about 180 °
F using stones will produce a light steam when a ladle full of water
is poured over them. A Sauna is relatively dry at about 20-25%
average. A steam bath would be 100% humidity.
IS WATER NECESSARY IN A SAUNA?
The bather can regulate his own humidity to create a more
relaxing atmosphere and to aid perspiration and deep cleansing of
the pores. One or two ladles of water are poured over the hot stones
as often as desired.
WHERE CAN A SAUNA BE INSTALLED?
Anywhere that space permits. Popular locations are in an exercise
area, master bathroom, near a shower, basement, garage, patio, or by
a pool.
WHAT IS THE IDEAL SIZE FOR A HOME SAUNA?
A Sauna can be as small as 3' x 4', though the sauna should be as
long as the height of the tallest person in the family to allow for
reclining. A 4' x 6' space or up to a 6' x 8'’ space would be ideal
for most home Saunas.
HOW HIGH SHOULD THE CEILING BE?
The ceiling height should be no higher than 7 feet, as it is
important to bring the heat down to where the bathers can use it at
a bench level. It is also more economical to heat, and the sauna
will heat faster.
SHOULD I INSTALL A PRE-CUT OR PRE-BUILT SAUNA?
In a new home the owner, builder or architect can design the
space for a pre-cut sauna package. The Sauna space can be framed and
insulated, and the hard surfaced waterproof floor can be provided.
The pre-cut package can then be ordered and the wall and ceiling
boards, assembled benches, pre-hung door and other items can be
installed by a builder, handyman, or homeowner.
In an existing home, a pre-built Sauna can be placed in any
available open area with a waterproof floor. A Pre-built Sauna is
easy to assemble and install and can be moved to another location
later if necessary.
WHAT ARE THE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS?
Most Saunas require 220/240v power with a hard wire connection to
a separate 30 or 40 amp breaker in the electrical panel. In some
instances a small sauna can be plugged into a 110/120v outlet, as
long as there is a #12 wire behind the plug.
IS THE SAUNA EXPENSIVE TO OPERATE?
No. For example, if your electrical rates are 5 cents per
kilowatt hour, it will only cost 30 cents to operate a 6 kW heater
per hour.
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