The primary components in a Sauna room are the wood and the Electric heater or the infrared panel.
Sauna Wood
Selecting the perfect choice of wood is essential for the overall design of a Sauna. We should opt for a wood that has low thermal conductivity and that is stable when moisture changes.
There are many different types of wood used for Sauna Construction.
The most used ones are: –
Pine: – Pine wood are one of the cheapest and easiest options to source. Pine wood is light weight and resists shrinking and swelling.
Spruce: – Spruce is one of the most common trees in the Nordic countries and the dominant type of wood in sauna building and construction. The wood is soft, low in weight and has medium density. The strength properties are good and thus making it a good option to work with.
Cedar: – Cedar is an extremely popular choice of sauna wood because of its light appearance and its resilience to decay. It has an excellent thermal and insulating properties and has a natural aroma that can be quite pleasant in a sauna. With its wide range of features Cedar wood is also expensive than other woods.
Selecting your Electric heater or Infrared panel
When selecting the Electric heater or Infrared panel the most important factor to consider is the room size.
To calculate the room Size:
Length x Breadth x Height = Volume of the Room.
The room volume will determine the capacity of a Sauna Heater.
Based on the volume of room an electric Heater or the Infrared Panels are selected.
Important Design Considerations
The ceiling height is quite Critical for temperature range. Most Saunas have a maximum height of 7 feet.
Proper Location of vents allows for correct airflow. Air circulation is one of the most important things to consider during the design of Sauna. This ensures that Sauna does not overheat and hamper the wood.
Minimum Distance to side wall from the heater should be between 50mm-110mm depending on the heater size.
You should always contact a Sauna Professional to Ensure correct design and Installation.
The fact that Sauna bathing has multiple health benefits is quite known. It not only has positive effects on your body but also elevates your mood. Researchers have claimed that regular Sauna use can have a positive effect on your serotonin levels. Serotonin is the so-called happiness hormone that regulates mood, behavior and helps in eating sleeping and Digestion. To learn more about the health benefits of sauna do check out our article on Health Benefits of Saunas.
Time for Some Sauna?
