Home Saunas - A Great Way To Relax and Relieve Stress
Home saunas - a way of life in Finland for thousands of years, are becoming increasingly
popular around the world, as the Finns have introduced other cultures to the
health benefits of the family sauna. Considering that a home sauna provides a great
place to relax and relieve tension and stress, it is no wonder that many
home owners want to know how to build one in their backyard or add one to an
existing room for their families to enjoy. If you are an avid do-it-yourselfer
experienced in carpentry, plumbing and electrical wiring, you could possibly
build a Finnish sauna from scratch. But a better solution in sauna construction
for the do-it-yourselfer and home renovator is offered by a number of
manufacturers offering pre-built saunas and family sauna kits.
Pre-Built Home Saunas
Pre-built family saunas are easily assembled by following the instructions and
drawings that come with the kit. These completely pre-fabricated saunas are an
easy addition to most homes and require no additional framing or insulation. The
exterior walls are pre-finished and self-supporting, benches are pre-assembled
and the door is pre-hung or slides easily into place. Construction of such a
home sauna can be
completed in several hours.
Sauna Kits
A do-it-yourself kit requires a bit more work for the home renovator. These kits
require you or the contractor to frame, insulate and finish the exterior walls.
Most kits contain materials such as the panels for the inside walls, the vapor
barrier, benches, flooring, heater and heater guard, the sauna controls, timer
and thermostat, light fixtures and insulated sauna door. These home sauna kits are
affordable for most families, but you may need the help of a professional
builder with certain aspects of its construction.
Heater Options
Wood fired heaters are the top choice for families wanting to recreate an
authentic Finnish home sauna. Electric heaters are the next option for most homes,
requiring only a dedicated 220 V circuit, followed by gas heaters. Look for
stainless steel elements that are in direct contact with the sauna rocks. The
result is a soft, diffused heat source. Water ladled onto the rocks creates the
steam which is a vital part of the
Finnish sauna experience. In recent years, infrared heaters have become more
and more common in modern designs of home saunas. Most kits come with the heater
of your choice. If not, you may have to purchase one separately.
Health Benefits of a Home Sauna
While it is not possible for most of us to experience the sauna the same as
Finnish families who build their home sauna on one of the tens of thousands of
lakes found in Finland, these kits make construction of a sauna a great project,
adding luxury and value to your home. Saunas have been used for centuries for
bathing, cleansing, purification and relief from the daily stress of life. Have
a look at some of these health benefits you and your family will enjoy:
- Deep cleansing of the body through perspiration
- Physical rejuvenation and stress relief
- Soothing and relaxation of tired muscles
- Immune system booster
- Removal of toxins
- Improved circulation
- Promotes an overall feeling of well being
Buying a home sauna or building your own with one of these
sauna kits is a great
investment in your family’s health. Opinions may differ on the medical benefits
of home saunas,
but everyone agrees that sweating is as essential to our health as eating and
breathing. As the Finns say:
”No matter how old a sauna bather becomes, he feels good for as long as he
lives.”
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