Precautions When Using a Steam Shower
August 21, 2009 by Saunas and Hot Tubs Tips
Filed under Hot Tubs & Steam Showers
‘Safety first’. As with most things, when not used correctly or abused a steam shower can cause harm. This article will touch on a number of different ways to stay safe when using a steam shower.
Steam Shower Precaution 1: Acclimatisation
When using a steam shower for the first time it is important to ease into the routine, not attempting to reach high temperatures immediately. First timers may have the inclination to stay in the steam shower for a long time as the experience is exciting and exhilarating, however, it is wise not to push the body too hard, therefore start off slowly.
Stay in the steam shower until your body tells you it’s time to stop. Listen to your body and don’t force it to stay in the steam shower longer than it feels comfortable. Everyone’s body is different: Therefore, it is hard to give one generic temperature that people can stay in the steam shower until. One can usually recognize when the body has had enough as you will start to feel uncomfortable. When this is the case, turn the steam function off and exit the steam shower. On your next steam shower session, follow the same procedure and listen to your body. Over time, as your body becomes acclimatized to the hot humid temperatures, you may be able to stay in the steam shower for longer and may be able to sustain higher temperatures.
Steam Shower Precaution 2: Food
While taking a steam shower it’s important not to bathe on an empty or a full stomach. On an empty stomach blood sugars may drop, causing the body to feel faint and weak. On the other hand it is important not to use a steam shower on a full stomach as blood, oxygen and water, which is used in cooling the body, is being used to digest the food. It is best to eat a light snack before using a steam shower.
Steam Shower Precaution 3: Hydration
The main effect a steam shower has on the body is to make it sweat. Sweating lowers the body’s water level, therefore it is critical to ensure one is well hydrated before and after a steam shower session. A deficiency in water can results in headaches and other problems. Prevent any problems and drink plenty of water before and after a steam shower session.
Steam Shower Precaution 4: Metal Jewellery, Contact Lenses
Temperatures in a steam shower can reach 44°C and above. These temperatures can cause metal jewellery to heat up and potentially burn the skin. Therefore, it is advised not to wear metal jewellery while using a steam shower. Contact lenses can also irritate the eyes while in the steam shower, therefore it is recommended to take them out before a steam session.
Steam Shower Precaution 5: Slipping
As with all showers and baths, it is possible to slip in a steam shower. Be careful when stepping in and out of the steam shower to avoid slipping.
Steam Shower Precaution 6: Rest
It’s important not to use a steam shower when your body is exhausted. A tired body cannot cope with the high temperatures of a steam shower as efficiently as a body that has a lot of energy. Ensure one is rested before using a steam shower.
Steam Shower Precaution 7: Fainting – Stand up slowly
Standing up to quickly and feeling faint has probably happened to most people at some time or another. It is especially important not to stand up too quickly in a steam shower as it may cause you to feel faint. Standing up quickly causes blood to drain from the head, which causes a faint feeling, or even causing the body to faint.
Steam Shower Precaution 8: Steam Outlet
The steam outlet on the steam shower is similar to a kettle in many ways. Water is boiled and is deposited into the steam shower through the steam generator. Steam is hotter than boiling water, therefore it is important to avoid contact with the steam outlet or be in close proximity to it while the steam function is operating.
Thanks to Belgravia Bathrooms for contributing this article to our Saunas blog:
Steam Shower Precaution 1: Acclimatisation
When using a steam shower for the first time it is important to ease into the routine, not attempting to reach high temperatures immediately. First timers may have the inclination to stay in the steam shower for a long time as the experience is exciting and exhilarating, however, it is wise not to push the body too hard, therefore start off slowly.
Stay in the steam shower until your body tells you it’s time to stop. Listen to your body and don’t force it to stay in the steam shower longer than it feels comfortable. Everyone’s body is different: Therefore, it is hard to give one generic temperature that people can stay in the steam shower until. One can usually recognize when the body has had enough as you will start to feel uncomfortable. When this is the case, turn the steam function off and exit the steam shower. On your next steam shower session, follow the same procedure and listen to your body. Over time, as your body becomes acclimatized to the hot humid temperatures, you may be able to stay in the steam shower for longer and may be able to sustain higher temperatures.
Steam Shower Precaution 2: Food
While taking a steam shower it’s important not to bathe on an empty or a full stomach. On an empty stomach blood sugars may drop, causing the body to feel faint and weak. On the other hand it is important not to use a steam shower on a full stomach as blood, oxygen and water, which is used in cooling the body, is being used to digest the food. It is best to eat a light snack before using a steam shower.
Steam Shower Precaution 3: Hydration
The main effect a steam shower has on the body is to make it sweat. Sweating lowers the body’s water level, therefore it is critical to ensure one is well hydrated before and after a steam shower session. A deficiency in water can results in headaches and other problems. Prevent any problems and drink plenty of water before and after a steam shower session.
Steam Shower Precaution 4: Metal Jewellery, Contact Lenses
Temperatures in a steam shower can reach 44°C and above. These temperatures can cause metal jewellery to heat up and potentially burn the skin. Therefore, it is advised not to wear metal jewellery while using a steam shower. Contact lenses can also irritate the eyes while in the steam shower, therefore it is recommended to take them out before a steam session.
Steam Shower Precaution 5: Slipping
As with all showers and baths, it is possible to slip in a steam shower. Be careful when stepping in and out of the steam shower to avoid slipping.
Steam Shower Precaution 6: Rest
It’s important not to use a steam shower when your body is exhausted. A tired body cannot cope with the high temperatures of a steam shower as efficiently as a body that has a lot of energy. Ensure one is rested before using a steam shower.
Steam Shower Precaution 7: Fainting – Stand up slowly
Standing up to quickly and feeling faint has probably happened to most people at some time or another. It is especially important not to stand up too quickly in a steam shower as it may cause you to feel faint. Standing up quickly causes blood to drain from the head, which causes a faint feeling, or even causing the body to faint.
Steam Shower Precaution 8: Steam Outlet
The steam outlet on the steam shower is similar to a kettle in many ways. Water is boiled and is deposited into the steam shower through the steam generator. Steam is hotter than boiling water, therefore it is important to avoid contact with the steam outlet or be in close proximity to it while the steam function is operating.
Thanks to Belgravia Bathrooms for contributing this article to our Saunas blog:
David Daniel is a writer in the subject areas of steam shower units, saunas and bathroom improvement. Belgravia Bathrooms is not responsible for the opinions, views or advice represented in the articles found on this site. You are advised to seek medical advice before adhering to such information. Copyright © March 2007 Belgravia Bathrooms.
Do I need to buy a steam shower generator when I buy a steam shower unit?
August 19, 2009 by Saunas and Hot Tubs Tips
Filed under Hot Tubs & Steam Showers
Can you answer kingsthorpe77’s question about Saunas?:
I am looking to buy a steam shower unit similar to the one listed here:
I am looking to buy a steam shower unit similar to the one listed here:
http://www.brilliantshowers.com/shopdisplayproductdetail.asp?catalogid=141
do i need to also buy a generator with this unit or is this unit equipped and ready to be installed as is?
Finlandia Saunas
Tips For Buying Hot Tub Covers
August 19, 2009 by Saunas and Hot Tubs Tips
Filed under Hot Tubs & Steam Showers
Buying a hot tub can be a pretty pricey investment, but it is well worth every penny because of the entertainment it can bring to your home. Because it can be pretty expensive to purchase a hot tub, it is important to keep it maintained by using a hot tub cover. They are available in all different styles, shapes, and sizes, so it is important to consider a few factors when buying hot tub covers.
Size is the first thing to consider when purchasing hot tub covers. It will only be beneficial if it the perfect size to fit your hot tub, or else it will be pretty much worthless. Hot tub covers are used for keeping dirt out of your hot tub, but it can’t do its job if the cover is either too big or too small. When shopping for your cover, make sure to bring the exact make, model, and measurements of the hot tub to ensure a proper fit. A perfect fitting hot tub cover will keep the hot tub free of outside dirt, help to prevent injuries from occurring, and can even keep the hot tub warm by not allowing heat to escape through any cracks.
The strength of the hot tub cover also needs to be taken into consideration, to ensure it is stable enough to protect your hot tub from accidents. A hot tub cover also serves as protection for family and those who may hang out around the hot tub, to prevent anyone from falling in and hurting themselves when the hot tub isn’t in use. Hot tub covers need to be constructed out of a very strong material such as wood, just in case someone does happen to sit on the cover even when they shouldn’t be. Although hot tub covers are not constructed to be able to hold the weight of a human being, they should be strong enough to hold up the weight of a small child for a short period of time.
The ease of use is also important when choosing a hot tub cover, since nobody wants to put on or remove a hot tub cover that is nearly impossible to use. The best covers are actually constructed out of two or three pieces of wood, so they can be folded in half before being removed from the hot tub. Trying to lift a huge slab of wood on and off a hot tub can be pretty tiring, and can actually make someone not want to use the cover at all. By choosing a hot tub cover that is easy to place on and remove from the hot tub, it will make it easier to keep the hot tub protected when not in use.
Buying hot tub covers is a great way to protect your investment, as well as protect your children from injuring themselves in or around your tub. Because there are all types of covers available on the market, it is important to purchase one that will be able to protect your hot tub from anything that can damage it. By choosing the perfect size, the best materials, and a hot tub cover that is easy to use, you can protect your investment and rest assured you are purchasing the best hot tub cover available.
Thanks to Sam Spade for contributing this article to our Saunas blog:
Size is the first thing to consider when purchasing hot tub covers. It will only be beneficial if it the perfect size to fit your hot tub, or else it will be pretty much worthless. Hot tub covers are used for keeping dirt out of your hot tub, but it can’t do its job if the cover is either too big or too small. When shopping for your cover, make sure to bring the exact make, model, and measurements of the hot tub to ensure a proper fit. A perfect fitting hot tub cover will keep the hot tub free of outside dirt, help to prevent injuries from occurring, and can even keep the hot tub warm by not allowing heat to escape through any cracks.
The strength of the hot tub cover also needs to be taken into consideration, to ensure it is stable enough to protect your hot tub from accidents. A hot tub cover also serves as protection for family and those who may hang out around the hot tub, to prevent anyone from falling in and hurting themselves when the hot tub isn’t in use. Hot tub covers need to be constructed out of a very strong material such as wood, just in case someone does happen to sit on the cover even when they shouldn’t be. Although hot tub covers are not constructed to be able to hold the weight of a human being, they should be strong enough to hold up the weight of a small child for a short period of time.
The ease of use is also important when choosing a hot tub cover, since nobody wants to put on or remove a hot tub cover that is nearly impossible to use. The best covers are actually constructed out of two or three pieces of wood, so they can be folded in half before being removed from the hot tub. Trying to lift a huge slab of wood on and off a hot tub can be pretty tiring, and can actually make someone not want to use the cover at all. By choosing a hot tub cover that is easy to place on and remove from the hot tub, it will make it easier to keep the hot tub protected when not in use.
Buying hot tub covers is a great way to protect your investment, as well as protect your children from injuring themselves in or around your tub. Because there are all types of covers available on the market, it is important to purchase one that will be able to protect your hot tub from anything that can damage it. By choosing the perfect size, the best materials, and a hot tub cover that is easy to use, you can protect your investment and rest assured you are purchasing the best hot tub cover available.
Thanks to Sam Spade for contributing this article to our Saunas blog:
Sam Spade writes articles for http://www.A1hottub.com are you in the market for a hot tub? If so check out A1 hot tub we have all of the latest hot tubs including Cedar hot tubs, Redwood hot tubs, gazebos and even a portable hot tub. Even if you’re just looking for some hot tub accessories, replacement hot tub covers or chemicals for your Jacuzzi or whirlpool spa hot tub in your home stop in and check out A1 hottub.
How do I get rid of a hot tub that doesn’t work and is sunk into a deck?
August 19, 2009 by Saunas and Hot Tubs Tips
Filed under Hot Tubs & Steam Showers
Can you answer David S’s question about Saunas?:
I have a hot tub that doesn’t work and that is recessed into our back deck. We’ve decided that we don’t want to invest any more money in making it work. How should we get rid of it? Even if we give it away on craigslist or something, how do we physically remove it from the deck without paying a lot of money for a crane to lift it out or ripping out the deck around it? Can you cut up a hot tub into pieces with a “saws-all”?
Computerized Steam Shower
I have a hot tub that doesn’t work and that is recessed into our back deck. We’ve decided that we don’t want to invest any more money in making it work. How should we get rid of it? Even if we give it away on craigslist or something, how do we physically remove it from the deck without paying a lot of money for a crane to lift it out or ripping out the deck around it? Can you cut up a hot tub into pieces with a “saws-all”?
Computerized Steam Shower
Custom Steam Rooms and Steam Showers
August 16, 2009 by Saunas and Hot Tubs Tips
Filed under Hot Tubs & Steam Showers
In the past ten years steam showers and steam rooms have become more common place in the average north American home especially in colder climates. A steam shower is a sealed shower room that has a steam generator connected to it working as both a home steam room and a shower. When it comes to steam showers many people opt to buy the all inclusive modular steam showers which can have a whirlpool bathtub attached at the bottom and come with a built in steam generator over head shower and many are fitted with extras like radios and telephones. Although the modular steam showers are very popular most home buyers are impressed with custom steam showers.
When building a custom steam shower there are many building materials that can affect the size of the steam generator you will need. It is best to call a reputable company to get some expert advice on choosing the generator that will work best for your needs. There are many brands of steam generators on the market however Mr.Steam generators are the ones that we have has the most success with. They have a wide range of add-ons that can be both beneficial to your health and the value of your home.
Custom steam showers can be hard to design. It’s a good idea to research different styles online to get an idea of what fixtures and building materials you would like to construct your shower out of. You will also need to know what you are going to build your shower enclosure out of before deciding what size steam generator you will need. Different building materials such as stone and tile have different insulation properties making some materials more suitable for steam room design.
There are also many other features that a typical steam room usually has built into them. Chromo therapy lights which are used for light therapy are a very popular addition found in many steam rooms. Aromatherapy is also a very good additional to any steam shower. This allows you to use essential oils such as eucalyptus to further the health benefits that a steam room can provide.
When it comes to fixtures in your steam room there is an infinite amount of choices to choose from. Some steam showers can just have the standard shower fixtures however when building a custom steam room many buyers go with luxury shower fixtures. This can be a shower panel with body jets or a fully integrated system that has electronic controls.
When designing a custom steam shower your first step is to price your budget for the project. Since these systems can become very expensive its best to plan everything out with your builder before making any final decisions. It is very easy to go over budget when designing a customer steam shower enclosure. By designing it with your builder this will eliminate any surprises that would arise that you the home owner wouldn’t foresee. Owning a steam shower will not only improve your health but will also make your home more valuable and appealing to potential buyers.
Thanks to Steve Jones for contributing this article to our Saunas blog:
When building a custom steam shower there are many building materials that can affect the size of the steam generator you will need. It is best to call a reputable company to get some expert advice on choosing the generator that will work best for your needs. There are many brands of steam generators on the market however Mr.Steam generators are the ones that we have has the most success with. They have a wide range of add-ons that can be both beneficial to your health and the value of your home.
Custom steam showers can be hard to design. It’s a good idea to research different styles online to get an idea of what fixtures and building materials you would like to construct your shower out of. You will also need to know what you are going to build your shower enclosure out of before deciding what size steam generator you will need. Different building materials such as stone and tile have different insulation properties making some materials more suitable for steam room design.
There are also many other features that a typical steam room usually has built into them. Chromo therapy lights which are used for light therapy are a very popular addition found in many steam rooms. Aromatherapy is also a very good additional to any steam shower. This allows you to use essential oils such as eucalyptus to further the health benefits that a steam room can provide.
When it comes to fixtures in your steam room there is an infinite amount of choices to choose from. Some steam showers can just have the standard shower fixtures however when building a custom steam room many buyers go with luxury shower fixtures. This can be a shower panel with body jets or a fully integrated system that has electronic controls.
When designing a custom steam shower your first step is to price your budget for the project. Since these systems can become very expensive its best to plan everything out with your builder before making any final decisions. It is very easy to go over budget when designing a customer steam shower enclosure. By designing it with your builder this will eliminate any surprises that would arise that you the home owner wouldn’t foresee. Owning a steam shower will not only improve your health but will also make your home more valuable and appealing to potential buyers.
Thanks to Steve Jones for contributing this article to our Saunas blog:
