Types of Saunas

Wood-Burning Saunas

• Wood-burning saunas allow wood to burn slowly to establish a calming effect. Wood-burning saunas can be easily controlled by the sauna user and allow for care-free usage. These saunas can be found in commercial spas or residential homes.

Smoke Saunas

• Smoke saunas uses rocks over the course of hours to create a light, relaxing effect. Smoke saunas are used after a heating phase, flame-burning and room ventilation have been completed. These saunas are not commercially sold in the United States.

Manufactured Sauna Rooms

• Manufactured sauna rooms can provide soothing therapy and these electrically heated sauna rooms can be purchased as free-standing units. Manufactured sauna rooms make an ideal residential basement addition.

Electrically Heated Saunas

• Electrically heated saunas have been used since the 1950s and can be found in commercial or residential locations. These saunas are ideal for users who enjoy varied temperature controls.

Infrared Sauna Room

• Infrared sauna rooms are considered heat therapy rooms, since they use radiant heat instead of water. The radiant heat penetrates the body, which helps muscles relax. This type of room can be found in residential homes.