SAUNA FAQs

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What is the difference between a traditional saunas and an infrared sauna?
Almost Heaven Saunas® are available as traditional or infrared models. Traditional saunas heat the interior to approximately 180°F, increasing your overall circulation and opening your pores for body-cleansing perspiration. You can even increase the humidity by pouring water on the hot volcanic rocks in the Saunatec® heater. Using a different technology, infrared saunas radiate a direct heat at a lower temperature (120°F – 140°F), designed to penetrate specific areas, such as muscle groups or joints. Infrared heat is a natural warmth, like when you step out into the sun on a cool day. Infrared saunas are great for soothing aching muscles from sports activities, arthritic ailments, or increasing range of motion. Traditional or infrared, you’ll feel better, sleep better, look better!

How do you take a sauna?
Most people relax in their sauna with a towel wrap for approximately 5-10 minutes, then take a cool shower, returning to the sauna to repeat the cycle 2 or 3 times. Allow yourself time to cool down and dry properly before dressing, then enjoy a peaceful spa feeling, perhaps with a refreshing drink.

Why is there a bucket of water in the sauna?
A wooden bucket filled with fresh water and ladle allow you to control the amount of humidity in your traditional sauna by occasionally sprinkling water over the stones in the heater, releasing a burst of steam into the sauna, known as Löyly. The Löyly increases perspiration and cleansing of the pores. Try it — you’ll like it!

Do I need special electrical requirements?
Almost Heaven Saunas® require 220/240 v power connected to a 30 amp breaker in the electrical panel, similar to a conventional clothes dryer.

Is a sauna expensive to operate?
No. For example, if your electrical rates are 5 cents per kilowatt hour, it will only cost 30 cents per hour to operate a 6 kw heater.