The best steam shower for you relies on space you’re working with, features you want, and purpose. The major mistake homeowners make when choosing a steam shower is size, for example. This is a quick buyer’s guide to steam showers and what to watch for when combing through the different options.
Quality
Steam showers aren’t just differentiated by the price tag and price does not equate to quality.
Some key areas to look at regarding how to tell if what you’re looking at is a good quality enclosure begin with the thickness of the glass. Ideally, you want 8-10mm glass thickness and 4-6mm glass panels.
Look at the base to ensure there’s a full metal frame underneath to support weight. Cheaper showers also don’t tend to come with very good warranties. Warranty-wise, a great warranty for a steam shower is anything from 5 years and up.
Features
There are literally dozens of add-on steam shower features to choose from, which is in part why there’s no better time to buy a steam shower.
Every new feature comes at a cost though. Homeowners can easily go crazy adding and adding more and more. Consider the essentials. Look at what would make you feel most comfortable and what contributes value to your experience.
Space
If you have an area in your bathroom 38” x 38”, you may think that a 38” steam shower is an easy fit. It’s rarely that simple. The steam shower needs to be constructed with water and electrical connections close but safely away from the enclosure.
There must be space from the wall to assemble everything and push it into place. Ideally, you want 10” to 12” on all sides to allow a plumber to go around and connect what needs to be connected.
Height
Space-wise, width isn’t the only thing to keep in mind. Height is key. Above your shower, connections will exist including radio, cable, and the fan. For a steam shower fan to operate properly, you will need 6” to 8” mm. If you’re unsure whether you have the space, ask your supplier.
Choosing the best shower for your needs
Luxury, soothing steam showers can turn a regular bathroom into something extraordinary. Property value goes up as well, when your home has its own spa to enjoy. Choose the wrong steam shower and you are likely to slowly wear down a poorly designed model within a couple years or less. Always go for quality and don’t hesitate to get yourself the features you want. If there’s ever a time to make something all about you, this is it.
Done right, a steam shower’s a fantastic addition to the day-to-day. You don’t need to pay for any spa membership or anything of the sort. Combine a steam shower with other products and you can literally have everything you could want in a spa right there for you. In a spa bathroom design, the installation of a steam shower’s going to up your game in a big way.
We hope this buying guide has provided some value to you and your decision on a steam shower. Buy a steam shower today from Steam Sauna and give us the opportunity to help you find the best steam shower for you.