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Infrared Saunas – Health Benefits and Heater Options

Infrared saunas have been around for decades. The technology uses ceramic heaters to convert energy into infrared heat which is similar to the rays of the sun. Infrared heat is completely safe to use and does not cause burning of the skin or any type of harmful radiation exposure. In fact, it is so safe that it is used in maternity wards to warm newborn infants. A far infrared portable home sauna is one of the best ways to enjoy the benefits of infra-red light. The technology is used in most electrically heated home saunas and is now available in combination with traditional hot rock saunas as a dual sauna.

Health Benefits of Infrared Heat

Far infrared wavelengths are natural radiation that we experience every day in the form of heat. The ceramic heater in a portable home sauna or full-size sauna room operates at a much lower temperature than a conventional heater. Infra-red heaters transfer up to 96% of the energy directly to the human body and the heat is said to penetrate the skin deeper, which produces a warming, relaxing and detoxifying effect.

Heater Options

• Infrared Heaters - Any home sauna can be converted into an infra-red sauna with the installation of a suitable heater. Modern heaters use 100% ceramic far infrared heating elements that are very energy efficient and virtually indestructible. Ceramic heaters can be installed inside the wall of your sauna so that your body is only inches away from the heat source. Portable saunas use the same technology and are even more energy efficient.
• Infrared & Hot Rock Saunas - Far infrared technology and the traditional method of hot rock heaters found in Finnish type home saunas are now available as a dual sauna. The dual unit uses a traditional heater and infra-red emitters that will let you enjoy both types of sweat therapy all in one unit. They are easy to set up and portable in the sense that they can be taken apart again when you move.
• Infrared Portable Saunas - A truly portable unit is the 92 lbs. far infra-red horizontal sauna that operates as a small appliance. The unit looks like a tanning bed. A user lies down inside and operates the controls to set the time and length of the sweating session. The home “sauna” operates at a safe 150° F and requires no warm-up time. This is a great way to enjoy the health benefits that come with regular sweating without the expense of building a full-size sauna.

Far infrared heaters are a great choice for most homes when building your own sauna. The ceramic elements used in these heaters will last a lifetime and come with an excellent warranty. Have a look at some of the infra-red heaters and portable far infrared saunas available from these selected manufacturers.

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