The Finnish Sauna - From Finland and Beyond

A Finnish sauna is the typical mental picture that everyone thinks about when sauna is mentioned. Unlike portable far infrared saunas, Finns use a small room or hut and heat the area inside with wood, either in a wood burning stove with a chimney or with no chimney at all. Most Finnish people generally prefer a hut without a chimney. Once the fire has burned out and the smoke has escaped, the sauna can be entered.

Another difference between the infrared sauna and the traditional Finnish one is the use of stones to create the steam. The stones are heated to a high temperature and a ladle is used to splash water of the rocks. This creates the famous humidity in Finnish saunas, which is responsible for the body sweating and releasing all the toxins in a natural way.

Sauna History

The sauna throughout history hasn't just been with the Finns. There are many other examples of similar rooms in cultures far from Finland. Some examples of other types of saunas include the Japanese onsen, the Turkish hamam, and the Russian banya. But of course, the country that uses saunas more than anyone else is Finland. There are an estimated 2 million saunas available to the 5 million residents of that country.

In the United States, sauna use is on the rise. The portable far infrared sauna has become extremely popular for those living in apartments or renting living spaces. In these saunas, steam is replaced with infrared heat and many health related benefits come with relaxing in an infrared sauna. Many health clubs and spas now offer both types of saunas for both types of users.

No matter which type of sauna you prefer, you can purchase one online without any delay. Kits are available to build your own Finnish style sauna and have a party with your friends! Everyone will enjoy the natural bathing and comforting qualities of a sauna and not have to fly to Finland to do so.

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Homeclick - Finnish Steam Saunas: Homeclick provides excellent pre-built steam or "Finnish" units from Mr Steam and Thermasol with Free Shipping and no sales tax (except for New Jersey residents).

Hammacher Schlemmer - Steam Barrel Sauna: High quality 2, 4, and 6 person barrel style saunas made from kiln-dried red cedar and stainless steel that can be used as either indoor or outdoor units.

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