A
sauna, or steam room, is an amazing luxury that can provide you many
years of health benefits. However, saunas can be costly if they are
bought already assembled. But don't get disappointed yet, as it is not
that much difficult as it seems, install a custom sauna using some
simple carpentry knowledge, skills, and tools. Your sauna will be
beautifully designed and customized just the way you like it and at a
fraction of the price of a readymade sauna units. Here is how you can
construct your own custom sauna.
- Deciding on Type of Sauna:
There
are so many options in the styles and types of saunas available in the
market to the consumers. To get an idea on what type of sauna you may
prefer, you can visit an outdoor furniture retailer in your locality
that has saunas on display and check them in personally. Check the
features such as comfortable seating, heat and steam options and
interior decors. You can customize it according to your choice as they
are entirely customizable.
- Deciding how much work to put into the building of the sauna:
Before you jump into the constructing of your custom sauna or a custom steam room,
you may want to decide on work how much you can realistically put into
the building of the steam or sauna. If you are an experienced and
professional carpenter, then it wouldn’t be as difficult to construct
your sauna-spa in a matter of a few days.
Figure out At What Part of You Home You Want to Install Your Custom Sauna:
Saunas
can be constructed either inside or outside your home, analyze all the
angles and spaces of your home and find the best place where your sauna
can be installed perfectly. Keep in mind that saunas do need a source of
electricity and they are prone to moisture both inside and outside the
room. Your new sauna should be constructed in a location where your
family members can get in and out conveniently.
- Decide On Materials You Wish to Use in Steam Room Installation.
Your steam room company can
help you out on this matter. They will guide you which material can be
used and is best for longevity. You will like to use a good quality wood
that resists warping from moisture and heat, and that will not
decompose quickly. In that case the pressure treated wood is always a
wise choice.
- Construct Your Sauna And Enjoy:
When
all set, you can move to build your home sauna but it needs some
planning which can be found on the internet. It is an important to bear
in mind that constructing a sauna is not a one-person job due to the
size and bulk of a sauna. You may need of other carpenter or friends to
help you out through the process of the sauna construction. Custom sauna
is always getting cheaper than readymade saunas. Once your sauna has
been installed you can enjoy heath benefits using 10 to 15 minutes in a
day.