Side by Side Comparison

 
 
Traditional Saunas vs. FIR Sauna
 

Heat Resource

Heat Transmission:
Temp Requirements:
Pre-Heat Time:
Fresh Air Circulation:
Energy Expense:
Wiring Requirements:
Time Spent in Sauna:
Installation Location:
Area Requirements:
Installation:
Appearance:

Far Infrared Sauna (FIR Heat)

100% Ceramic FIR Element Direct FIR.
100 ° F – 130 ° F
5 to 10 minutes
Allowed. Vents open.
$2 to $3 a month
None. Plug in.
20-60 minutes.
Can be easily moved.
16 square feet of floor space
20 minute set up average.
Quality furniture

Traditional Sauna (Finnish type)

Electric or gas stove - Convection Heat.
180 ° F – 220 ° F
30 to 90 minutes
Prohibited due to cooling affect.
$2 to $3 a day
Wiring and plumbing needed.
10-20 minutes due to high temps
Permanent location due to weight
Entire room due to high heat.
Can take days by tradesman.
Varies