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Why do people take steam baths? |
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We all need water to survive and we know how important it is to our health, hygiene and our environment. Yet when we think of water, most of us automatically relate to it in its liquid form; the water we make coffee with, take a shower in, spray on the lawn and drink throughout the day. This fundamental element has the ability to transform into solid and liquid states and in each of these states water fulfills different roles. One important role is water vapor or steam. Used for everything from powering engines to pressing clothes, steam also plays an important role in our health and relaxation. With a steam shower, we are now able to have the luxury of a spa in our home |
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For thousands of years, cultures around the world have indulged in the soothing warmth of aromatic steam baths. Ancient Romans and Chinese were well known for creating elaborate baths. Steam baths have also become part of Native American cultures all the way from the Alaskan Eskimos to the land of the Mayans. These cultures used steam baths to clean the body, cure illness, rejuvenate tired muscles and provide a sense of spiritual identity. It wasn’t until the twentieth century that steam baths became a more common part of North American culture.
In the 1960s steam baths first appeared in large public facilities, such as private clubs and large health resorts. The benefits of steam showers, it seemed, were designated for those who had the money and resources to access the treatment. Later in the same century, steam showers increased in popularity drastically - to a point where taking a steam shower was part of regular health treatments and followed a daily workout at the club. |
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Over the past 10 years, steam showers have become a popular component in new home construction and bathroom renovations. With new developments in plumbing technology and products, steam showers are easy to install in almost any bathroom and have become an affordable private retreat. Steam showers can be used daily and provide numerous health and aesthetic benefits, and are a great way to have a steam treatment without the inconvenience and cost of going to the gym or spa. |
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Are the units guaranteed and what happens after the guarantee period? |
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Are there any restrictions on using a steam bath? |
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What happens if the product is out-of-stock? |
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If your order is not in stock then a member of our sales team will contact you and give you a revised delivery date. At this point you have the option to withdraw the order if you are unable to wait. The order of an item may take 8-10 weeks if it is not held in stock. However, Sanctuary Sauna may already have the given item on order. Please phone the Sanctuary Sauna office at 480-255-2000 to confirm the availability of the desired product. |
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What payment methods do you accept? |
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Sanctuary Sauna accepts the following cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. Alternatively, you may pay by check, making the check out to Sanctuary Sauna LLC. Please note that funds must clear before any items are dispatched. In addition, Sanctuary Sauna can accept online bank transfers through PayPal. |
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How will the shower arrive? |
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Your steam shower will arrive in 1-3 wooden slatted crates. Typically, you will receive 2 crates the smaller of which holds the shower tray and shower cover; while the larger crates will hold the remaining fiberglass reinforced acrylic panels, safety glass and accessories. |
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How much does it cost to operate a steam room? |
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Depending on the kilowatts the average steam session costs 10-25cents per hr |
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How do I choose which steam shower unit is right for me (modular or build my own)? |
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In this case, build your own units come into play. Completely open to whatever you imagine, custom units are the best way to go to specifically tailor to your needs. The downside here though is costs in extra plumbing and labor. But this can also be an advantage as you know specifically what is running your system. |
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Can my existing tub/shower be converted to a steam bath? |
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Does my existing tub/shower require any modifications to make it a steam shower? |
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Yes. The door and enclosure must be totally enclosed, so the steam does not escape from above. A 3/8" gap at the bottom of the door will allow cooler air to enter the shower for a more dense steam experience. (See Important Considerations for Planning Your Residential Steam bath) |
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What should I expect to pay for my modular steam room? |
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The average home has a 3x4 to 4x7 steam shower The cost is between $1,500.00- $11,000.00 |
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What should I expect to pay for my steam room equipment? |
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Is a modular steam room less expensive than a building my own room? |
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Modular steam rooms cost more however cleaning a modular steam room is super easy and fast. Keeping grout clean can be tough |
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I have very hard water. Is there anything that I need to do to protect my steam unit? |
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You may want to consider a whole house water treatment system if the water quality is a concern. A lot of Steamers can operate in conjunction with a water softener. It is important to realize that good water is a condition which is desirable for drinking as well as protecting the plumbing systems, decorative hardware, faucetry and glass from the negative effects of hard water. An automatic drain is also available but not required for the generator. |
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Can I use an 110V steam unit instead of a 220V generator? |
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Does the steam generator take up any usable bathroom space? |
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No. The unit is compact in size and can be installed preferably up to 25 feet away from the bathing area in a vanity, closet, insulated attic, or basement |
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Is the steam unit expensive to use or operate? |
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No. Conservative on water (1 - 1 ½ gallon average) and electricity, Steam showers are a very cost effective way to relax at home. As compared to whirlpool tubs, 2-3 fills of the tub can give the bather a year's worth of steam baths. |
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How do I take a steam bath my first time? |
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The method that has proved successful for the sauna applies to the steam bath, too and you should practice this regimen in order to recommend it to your clients:
Shower before the first session-time the stay in the steam bath in accordance with your personal sensitivity-do not exceed 15-20 minutes- cool off with cool fresh air and cool water without shocking the system and avoid shivering-take a warm foot bath if you have cold feet- do not take more than 2-3 sessions in the steam bath. In the case of combined facilities like sauna and steam bath, which provide for different types of bath, you may also switch from one type to another. What is essential though is that you cool off thoroughly after each session. Never start a fresh session if your body is warm (or worse still, hot) and never change from one type of bath to another until you have cooled down properly. To do so could overtax your circulation. Unless the body has cooled down properly after a steam bath, even a swim in a heated pool could be physically harmful as it can be after a sauna. Enjoyed correctly, a steam bath will help to overcome the stresses of everyday life, to relax and recover and to gain new strength and improve general physical and mental well being. And what’s more, a steam bath can also be fun |
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