In times of extreme cold winter weather, there’s nothing like staying in. If winters are a bit of a ‘downtime’ for you, you’re not the only one. Winter’s a time where depression spikes and where the weather can really restrict some people’s enjoyment. If you’re looking for a way to make winter better and/or have the cold be a little more tolerable, think about installing a dry sauna.
Dry saunas have a lot of charm to them, and installing one in your home will mean a sauna hanging around long after the Christmas twinkling lights and smell of fresh pine disappears. Countries like Finland also have a strong culture of not only using dry saunas but installing them directly in the home. As a matter of fact, in some European nations, more than 50 percent of the population has a sauna of some variety installed in their home!
Now, obviously not every residential home or apartment is going to be equipped to handle a massive sauna. Surprisingly though, when you look at sauna options out there, the sort of sauna you’d install in a home is a relatively small room. It’s easy to fit in a basement, a garage, or a bedroom. Needless to say, it’s not such a crazy idea to think installing a dry sauna can help keep you healthy and warm throughout the winter months.
As much as fifteen minutes in a sauna triggers blood flow and releases endorphins. That has a positive effect on both your heart and mental health. It keeps your brain clear and focused throughout the winter months.
A dry sauna can be easily installed almost anywhere in your home, as it only requires a power source and doesn’t need plumbing to function. Across Canada and the US, homeowners have placed their saunas inside bathrooms, guest bedrooms, and some even in their backyard. Some come built as small as 4 x 4 square feet. Installing a sauna room directly in your room is not as disruptive as it may have once been in years’ past.
As we mentioned, no running water is needed so there are no limits as to where you can take it. Electricity is a requirement though so if you do decide to put your dry sauna outside, it’ll need to be close to an outlet to plug into. An electrician’s hand is sometimes recommended when installing saunas as they can help ensure everything’s set up properly.
The general rule applying to how big of a sauna you want is to think two feet per person sitting upright. In terms of cost, the average DIY sauna kit can vary from $2,000 upwards. You can also get a professional installer to handle everything as well, although this increases the cost.
As North America continues to move towards health and wellness trends in their homes and lifestyles, it’s likely we’re going to see more home-style infrared and dry saunas to come. The benefits are well-understood and for everyone from those suffering from chronic pain to sports athletes looking to rehab injuries, to people who need to get their fitness levels up and blood pressure levels down, saunas have a place in assisting these people find relief and relaxation.
For more information on where you can buy a sauna for at-home use, please speak with a representative at Steam Sauna.