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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
 
01) What is
a sauna?
02) How is the
sauna heated?
03) What is
the correct bathing temperature in a sauna?
04) How long
does it take for a sauna to reach operating temperature?
05) What effect
will a sauna have on surrounding areas?
06) Why are
sauna heater rocks important?
07) Can I throw
any kind of water onto the sauna heater rocks?
08) Why must
sauna benches be built of softwood?
09) Why are
there upper and lower benches in a sauna room?
10) How can the wood panels be protected
from moisture? Is it advisable to
paint the sauna?
11) What kind
of floor is appropriate for a sauna?
12) Is it necessary
to provide a floor drain in a sauna?
13) What is
the best way to clean the sauna?
14) How frequently
should I take a sauna?
15) How long
should I stay in the sauna?
16) Who should
not take a sauna?
17) Is it safe
for small children to be in the sauna?
01) What
is a sauna?
A sauna is a room lined with
softwood heated by an electric or wood-heated sauna heater designed
for sweat bathing. It can be enjoyed at any temperature depending
on the preference of the bather.
02) How
is the sauna heated?
Most saunas are heated by electricity.
There are also wood-heated saunas.
03) What
is the correct bathing temperature in a sauna?
The recommended temperature
is from 60-90 degrees celcius but the bather can enjoy the sauna
according to his preference.
04) How
long does it take for a sauna to reach operating temperature?
If the walls and ceiling are
properly insulated, the room will reach operating temperature
in an hour. It is recommended that vents and doors be closed
during the warm up period.
05) What
effect will a sauna have on surrounding areas?
There will be a very slight
increase in temperature in surrounding areas but no change in
moisture or humidity.
06) Why
are sauna heater rocks important?
Sauna rocks store heat from
the sauna heater. When the bather throws water onto the hot rocks,
a moistened air will blend with the dry air in the room, giving
the bather an enjoyable and relaxing atmosphere. Never use the
heater withour stones, it may cause a fire. Use only stones that
are recommended by the sauna heater manufacturer.
07) Can
I throw any kind of water onto the sauna heater rocks?
No. You can only use water
that is suitable for household use. Do not use water that contains
chlorine like that from a swimming pool or hot tub because it
will cause corrosion of your heater.
08) Why
must sauna benches be built of softwood?
They are also cool to the touch.
Hardwoods absorb heat and easily become too hot.
09) Why
are there upper and lower benches in a sauna room?
The temperature of the sauna
room is warmer at ceiling level and cooler near the floor. Benches
are installed at different heights to give the bather a choice
of different bathing temperatures.
10) How
can the wood panels in the sauna be protected from moisture?
Is it advisable to paint the sauna?
The best protection against
moisture is proper ventilation and drying after using the sauna.
Do not apply paint, sealants or any preservative on the wood
panels. Wood swells and shrinks and tears off paint and sealants,
which are only on the surface of the wood. It is best to leave
the wood bare.
11) What
kind of floor is appropriate for a sauna?
A sauna must have a waterproof
floor so that it can be easily washed and kept clean. Tile, cement,
or heavy duty vinyl are recommended because they are washable
and do not absorb water.
12) Is
it necessary to provide a floor drain in a sauna?
It is not necessary. Water
should be thrown on the sauna heater rocks with the use of a
ladle so that the right amount of water is applied. Once the
water hits the rocks, it turns to steam. You should not pour
too much water onto the heater. But if you can provide a drain,
it may be more convenient for cleaning purposes.
13) What
is the best way to clean the sauna?
You can brush the sauna floors
and walls with detergent and water or apply disinfecting agents
like alkalescent or alkaline detergent. If you apply a disinfecting
agent, use cold water and rinse the wood panels thoroughly. It
is advisable to clean the sauna before heating it so that it
is dried easily.
14) How
frequently should I take a sauna?
As often as you like. But most
people go to the sauna twice or thrice a week usually in the
evenings to relax after a hard day's work.
15) How
long should I stay in the sauna?
As long as you feel comfortable.
You must leave the sauna and cool yourself off if you begin to
feel uncomfortable.
16) Who
should not take a sauna?
One should not take a sauna
when very full or intoxicated by liquor. People with heart problems
or acute illnesses should consult the doctor before taking a
sauna.
17) Is
it safe for small children to be in the sauna?
Yes with adult supervision
but only for a few minutes and in a moderate temperature. Small
children should not stay long in the sauna, as they do not perspire
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