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Sweating it out in the sauna usually seems like a good idea in winter. In summer, when the outside heat gets to us, only those who at least think about visiting the sauna. Controlled sweating has positive effects on health all year round. This will happen especially if you take a sauna regularly Promotes the body’s immune system. This makes permanent access to your own sauna ideal even in summer.
This guide is intended to show you the options when designing a sauna relaxation room. We’ll show you what you need to consider when choosing a sauna heater and how to make the room comfortable.
1. Choose an appropriate room for the sauna
The basement can be particularly suitable for a sauna room.
The first step to creating a sauna relaxation area at home sounds easier than it is. For example, electric sauna heaters such as… relatively low requirements, the right choice of room is still crucial not only to be able to design the room itself ideally, but also to protect your house from possible unpleasant consequences.
Since a sauna greatly increases the temperature of a room, without proper precautions the surrounding rooms will also be heated. The humidity also increases massively in some cases. This forms ideal Prerequisites for mold formation and moisture damage on the walls.
Lose weight while visiting the sauna?
Unfortunately, the claim that sauna visits are good for losing weight is a myth. The weight loss is only temporary due to the water you sweat out.
For many people, a popular starting point when choosing a room is the basement. There you can isolate yourself from the everyday stress of the rest of the apartment for a while, but everything you need is still easily accessible. In addition, renovation work here does not disrupt daily operations too much. In order to turn a basement room into a sauna relaxation room, you must meet three requirements:
- Enough space. You should plan on at least 15 square meters if you want to convert a room into a sauna.
- Necessary connections. Water and electricity, usually high current, or in some cases gas if there is a suitable sauna heater.
- Ventilation options. Windows and a strong draft are necessary to guarantee the necessary air change after operation. Ventilation systems can be a good addition here.
If these requirements are met, you can make the room suitable for sauna use.
2. Install the thermal insulation for the sauna room
Adequate insulation is a priority for a sauna. With extra care you will always be in the right place.
In order not to soon lose all the peace and quiet that the relaxation room provides due to damage to your house, it is essential to carry out professional work on the thermal insulation of the room.
The walls, ceiling and floor must be covered thickly and without gaps with insulating material. A vapor barrier film is an essential part of the insulation process.
You have various options when choosing the material. Cork, stuffing hemp, rock wool and other materials all have strong insulating properties. Ultimately, the ideal option depends on the type of wall in your home and the wood used. Find out from a construction specialist about the recommended thermal insulation or have the process done entirely by a professional.
3. Find the right sauna heater for your needs
Sauna heaters are the core of every sauna room.
The essential decisions in the process of designing a sauna relaxation room are not limited to the sauna room itself. The size or the paneling are important factors that greatly influence the effectiveness and atmosphere of the sauna.
But the heart of the sauna is the sauna heater. This decides whether the potential of a sauna can be exploited at all, or whether the size will ultimately be wasted. The efficiency of the service is also regulated here. However, kW output is not the only choice available to you.
There are significant differences in effort, cost and effect depending on the type of sauna heater. While electric sauna heaters are the most common version for many consumers, wood, gas and organic sauna heaters also take precedence in certain situations.
3.1. Electric sauna heater
The electric sauna heater is easy to use, requires little maintenance and cleaning, is safe and relatively easy to connect. For most variants, you only need to have a high-voltage connection. However, there are also products that can be connected via the house electricity, although the output of these is correspondingly lower.
3.2. Gas sauna heater
The advantages of a gas sauna heater are largely the same as those of an electric heater. Only the purchase of a gas sauna heater is usually more expensive than other variants. Which is more suitable for you depends on both the relevant energy prices and your existing connections.
Danger: Connecting the sauna heater is complex and should definitely be done by a professional!
3.3. Wood sauna heater
For many people it is still the epitome of a sauna atmosphere. However, the wood sauna heater is associated with increased cleaning effort and, in particular, with smoke formation, which must be regulated. Installing it indoors is therefore usually complicated; the garden is more often suitable for the wooden version.
3.4. Organic sauna heater
The organic sauna heater or organic combination heater is connected electrically and has a built-in evaporator. You can regulate the water vapor generated in order to adapt the climate of the sauna to your wishes.
4. Create a method to cool down
Depending on your health, cooling down after sweating is recommended in a gentler way in the cool air.
When you design your sauna relaxation room, you may be able to include an option for cooling down in the planning. Since the room, such as the basement, has access to other rooms in your house, this isn’t absolutely necessary – after all, you can just run to the bathroom to take a cold shower.
But especially when it comes to a resting place where you can take yourself away from the goings-on in the house for a while, it can be nice to have these options right outside the sauna door. A hose or shower head for showering with an attached drain works wonders hereand the precautions regarding humidity have already been taken anyway.
Cooling down after the sauna is a short shock for the body, which can be particularly good for you People with heart problems but is not recommended!
5. Develop the design for the sauna and anteroom
Wellness and spa – the effect depends on the facility. Wall design and furnishings for the sauna and anteroom set the tone.
Setting up the sauna relaxation room may come last, but the design will go a long way in determining whether or not you can actually relax. You should therefore make the sauna and anteroom particularly comfortable and tailored to your preferences.
The main focus here is lighting, especially in the basement. Cold, harsh light sources can directly counteract relaxation. As a rule, warm lights are particularly beneficial. This also extends to the wall colors. Warm, earthy tones help the mind find a state of calm. The design is further enhanced with a suitable wall design.
Adapted to your needs, the room at home can then become an optimal place to which you can retreat to find inner relaxation and peace.
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