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If you are planning on buying an infrared sauna, and have no idea what criteria you should base selection on, here are a few tips to help you choose the right infrared sauna. Before you buy an infrared sauna you should first understand the difference between an infrared sauna and a steam sauna. In a nutshell, an infrared sauna allows people to stay in a sauna longer (it can induce sweating at lower temperatures), also an infrared sauna induces sweating by directly stimulating the skin and is therefore much more energy efficient when compared to traditional steam saunas.
While buying an infrared sauna you should take into account the number of people that will be using the sauna at the same time. If you are going to be the only person using the sauna, you can simply buy yourself a portable infrared sauna. If you do not want to buy a portable infrared sauna, there are smaller saunas available that are designed for 1-2 people. Contrary to popular belief, saunas are very simple to install and are available in closet like form factor. Infrared saunas are easy to maintain and are far more economical in the longer run.
Another factor that should influence your decision is the price of the sauna. Traditional steam based saunas are a little more expensive than infrared saunas, and the price difference increases as the size of the sauna increases. If you are buying a sauna for more than 2 people, you should definitely take into account the price difference between a traditional sauna and an infrared sauna. If you are buying an infrared sauna also look into the power supply options, most infrared saunas are designed to work with a regular power outlet, however larger saunas might require additional power sources. Before you buy an infrared sauna, read the manual/brochure to better understand the technical specifications and also to get a better idea of the do’s and don’ts of using infrared saunas.
Although infrared saunas are more effective and consume much lesser power, they cannot offer the same ‘feel’ as a steam sauna. It is important to understand that the temperature control of infrared saunas is far superior to those of steam saunas, also infrared saunas are much quicker to induce sweating when compared to traditional steam saunas. Like any product, you should also take into account factors like resale value and the customer services that are offered. Most infrared sauna manufacturers offer free customer service with all their products, but it is important to make sure that the infrared sauna you buy has a fully functional customer services department.
Finally, while choosing an infrared sauna take into account the number of heaters the sauna has. Multiple heaters usually imply faster heating and greater flexibility. Also most saunas come equipped with luxury enhancements like inbuilt music players and ergonomic seating. In the end, choosing a sauna is a decision that involves choosing between features, pricing and the number of people that are going to use the sauna.