Home steam rooms - installation, cost and benefits
The health benefits of a steam room have become a luxury which you can now enjoy from the comfort of your own home - find out here how much a home steam room costs.
A steam room is a great addition to any home
Installing a steam room in your home is a fairly simple procedure; you can either add a steam room into a new build property or renovate an existing bathroom. Either way the health and relaxation benefits are worth it.
Health benefits of a home steam room
- Gets rid of bodily waste toxins (30% of toxins are eliminated through perspiration)
- Promotes pain and stress relief
- Improves blood circulation and regulates body temperature
- Cleanses skin
- Provides relief for conditions such as asthma, bronchitis and sinusitis
Installing a steam room in your home
One option, possibly the most ideal one for a home steam room, is to be able to design and plan it into a new build. This would probably provide the best results as it is purpose built, however the reality is that ideal situations are rare - but fear not, as renovating or upgrading an existing home to include a steam room is relatively simple. Here are some things to consider:
- A home steam bath needs either a separate generator or requires integrating a generator into the bath or shower.
- For a steam shower, a generator can easily be fitted; however the unit must be well sealed to prevent water vapour escaping. This is logistically simple but the cost could end up being the same or more than a full renovation.
There are a few other things to bear in mind when choosing to build a home steam room. Firstly, the steam can be damaging if the environment is not able to withstand it, so the bathroom should be made of glass, ceramic, stone or granite to prevent water damage. The unit must be sealed and insulated (a thick waterproof barrier is usually required), proper drains must be installed and ideally there should be sloping ceilings. The steam created can be seriously damaging to your home, so these requirements are absolutely essential (a self flush is also suitable to prevent mineral build up).
If you are converting, a small room should have at least a small air gap but for a larger room it is okay to be airtight. The generator may be stored anywhere you like, a closet, an attic, a basement, however the generator should not be stored outside. A final thing you may want to consider before work goes ahead on your home steam room is extra functions such as lighting, seating, a CD player, a telephone or even multiple shower heads as a finishing touch to get the most relaxing result.
How much does it cost to install a home steam room?
There are many home steam room kits available which, depending on size and quality, range from around £700 into the thousands (also accounting for extra costs if more functions are required). These you may install yourself, as there is plenty of information available to do so; however it is always best to contact a specialist in home steam rooms to provide a (usually free) quote and carry out the work. By using a specialist you are guaranteeing the best results which will last over time, hiring a professional will also ensure that your home isn’t damaged by incorrect installation.
