The health benefits of the sauna have been proven not only through traditional wisdom that has been passed down for generations, but also through scientific studies. It’s not necessary to pay a great deal of money to join a gym that features a sauna, when there are home kits that are available. These are available in several different types, to suit all price levels and conveniences. Some of the most popular are those that are pre-built. These are easy to assemble, coming in a kit that has already done much of the construction work. All that is needed at home in this case is a hammer or other basic tools, to put the pieces together. They can then be taken down and reassembled elsewhere if necessary.

The next step of home sauna building materials would be those that are pre-cut, but not prefabricated. These do require a little bit of carpentry skill to put together, but are still quite convenient in that they can be taken down and put back up with only a little bit of time and effort. These will usually come with instructions within the kit that fully explain what is needed to put the pieces together in the most appropriate way, and can actually be a fun project for the whole family to work on.

A home sauna is more than simply a wooden room to sit in, however. The main thing that is necessary is heat of some sort. Traditional Finnish saunas have stoves or heaters of some sort, including sauna rocks that you splash hot water on once they are heated to produce the steam effect that some see as so therapeutic. This is the best way to create a traditional experience from the comfort of your own home. Another type of heating method that has gained popularity in recent years is the infrared sauna. These use a type of energy similar to solar energy in order to heat the bather without the use of steam, which can be gentler on the body.

Both types of saunas at home have their share of enthusiasts, so it is up to you whether you prefer the traditional Finnish sauna or the far infrared sauna. It can be a good idea to pay a visit to both first or speak to a professional about these options before building your sauna at home. This will help you obtain the maximum health benefits from this ancient tool of detoxification and fine health.