No one can give you a precise answer to the general question of how hot the sauna can be. It will depend on the type of sauna you pick out and its characteristics. For example, I like sweating in the warm, traditional sauna while sitting on the hardwood bench. From time to time, I pour … Read more
Saunas are becoming ever more popular as a great way to relax. Infrared saunas in particular are having a renaissance. Many people see a regular sauna as a way of reducing stress and improving their health too. But sometimes the reality doesn’t live up to the claims. If you’ve been asking yourself, “Why do I … Read more
You decided to install a sauna in your home or company, and now you need to consider the details. What sauna size will best fit the place? Which style will match the rest of the existing décor? Is there a specific heat source you should choose for a new sauna? While many reckon the last … Read more
When you catch a cold or are suffering from the flu, the traditional advice is usually that you need to “sweat it out”. This isn’t necessarily based on science, but old folk remedies like this aren’t supposed to be – rather, they rely on the accumulated wisdom of countless generations. If it’s true that “sweating … Read more
Some manufacturers of infrared saunas claim that everyone can burn from 300 to 1000 calories during one session of 30 minutes. On average, it is from 10 to 33.3 calories a minute! It sounds a bit unbelievable to me, especially if we know that athletes on a treadmill burn approximately 14 calories per minute. Some experts … Read more
The health benefits of saunas are well established, but paying for one to be installed at home is a luxury many can’t afford. However, if you want to save yourself some cash, there’s another solution – DIY. Sound interesting? Then read on for our top 21 sauna building ideas. 1. Wood-Fired Sauna Let’s start with … Read more
You have probably heard that people in Scandinavia go to the sauna daily. However, you should be aware that they do it from an early age, and their bodies have accustomed to a particular regime. As you can conclude, how often you can use the sauna will depend on a few crucial factors. They include … Read more
If you love saunas and want to receive all the health benefits – but in a more convenient form and at a lower cost – you may be interested in investing in a sauna blanket. And if that sounds like something you might to consider, here are 13 sauna blanket benefits to help you decide. … Read more
If you’re looking for an extra touch of luxury in your bathroom, a sauna is an excellent choice. But adding one in means taking care to ensure the layout works. And it’s just as important to get the overall feel of your room just right. If you’re thinking about how to achieve just that, you’ve … Read more
If you love saunas, having one at home can be a dream come true. And building your own sauna isn’t as tricky as you might think. One of the most expensive parts of the project is usually the sauna stove. But if you don’t have cash to splash on a ready-made model, don’t despair! You … Read more