Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna: What is it all about?

Full Spectrum Sauna: Boca Woods in Boca Raton, FL.

Not all saunas are the same, and if you're already in the market of getting one, you may want to consider a sauna with the latest technologies out there. This doesn't reduce or remove the natural restorative and beneficial properties that are well known from saunas. 

What it can do is simply add an extra benefit for your future sauna.

What does infrared mean?

Infrared is actually a wavelength of light that is just barely outside our reach of natural vision. This wavelength is near the visible spectrum of the red wavelength and color. It's a type of radiation, but completely harmless to humans. It's nothing like getting an X-Ray or those harmful UV rays that we need to protect ourselves from. The dangers that come from infrared saunas have nothing to do with radiation but have to do with saunas in general. 

That means you should always ensure that you’re properly hydrated and don’t overstay in a sauna where you could overheat and have dizziness occur. The sauna itself uses light to warm up the sauna and your body instead of traditional saunas that use a heater for warmth generation.

How can infrared sauna be beneficial?

Simply put there's better penetration of the health benefits than traditional saunas offer. This means that it will help your body cleanse in several different ways. You'll feel more relaxed and be able to sleep better. It will aid the relief of joint pains or muscle tension, so always a good idea right after a rigorous workout. 

Through relaxation, it can provide some benefits of lowering down blood pressure and improving your circulation. It can also help those with chronic fatigue syndrome. Simply put it's simply more effective than just hot steam rising from stones. 

Go with a full spectrum sauna to maximize benefits

A full spectrum sauna will have the most health benefits possible, as it enables all three different types of infrared emitters. Each emitter has a different potential health benefit that works in cohesion with the other types of infrared emitters.

Near-Infrared emitters

This is all about getting the relaxation started. Near-infrared is focused on more topical level treatments. That means it'll help start the journey of relaxation with some initial mild pain relief. It's more about providing restorative properties to your skin as near-infrared can only penetrate right below the skin. It'll help promote healing and rejuvenation to that most important protective organ of yours. 

Mid Infrared emitters

The next support comes from these types of emitters that will help to expand your blood vessels and improve that much-needed circulation that will help blood flow, reduce blood pressure, and start to remove soreness. This is due to the fact that the penetration goes beyond the inner layer of the skin and starts to target the soft tissue underneath. 

Far Infrared Emitters

These are the most beneficial of the different types and help to round out a complete and holistic approach to how a sauna can help you. Combined with Mid Infrared it'll get your cardiovascular system working and actually be akin to a mild workout. These are the strongest wavelengths of the three and the deep penetration will offer the most amount of relief to muscle and joint pain. 

A full spectrum infrared sauna with its varying wavelengths is the best option to target different areas of your body through different penetration levels. 

Full Spectrum Sauna: Boca Woods in Boca Raton, FL.

Innovative Saunas and Cellars builds and installs custom full spectrum saunas

Our mission is to be able to turn any space or area you want into something as unique as a full spectrum infrared sauna. We believe that a home sauna should be a common component for any home, and work with you to design the best-infrared sauna you can envision. 

We specifically work with this type of technology as it’s the latest out there in the world of Saunas, and we combine it with our expertise in designing these specialty rooms that need to have mitigating factors. We completely understand how to build with the mindset of being able to construct out these saunas with their unique needs and temperature controls in place. 

On top of that, we also want to make sure that our saunas that we build for you won't end up requiring extensive maintenance and we build them in such a way that they won't cause any damage to your home through the infrared or additional humidity that they produce. We factor all of this into account when building and designing your unique sauna. 

Full Spectrum Sauna: Boca Woods in Boca Raton, FL.

How we build our saunas

We always consider first working with your existing home aesthetic. We also like to work on building a modern and luxurious look wherever you decide to place your full spectrum infrared spa. 

We design a zen-like appearance for your sauna build and work to use natural colored woods as the overall framework for the sauna. We go with a wood paneling setup that is best for saunas and replicate the same traditional saunas you find in the heart of Europe. 

It’s not just about physical warmth but you want to be able to enter into one of our saunas and have the ambiance radiate warmth as well. 

On top of that, we add marble flooring with a drain to leave any liquid residue easy to clean. Marble is the best for when you need to quickly clean out the moisture. It's also extremely durable and will be able to withstand the heat quite well. 

We finish it off with a beautiful piece in the center when you walk in so that you feel as if you're going to the highest standard spa sauna in the world. All of this is in the comfort of your own home, without the need to go to far-off places to enjoy the numerous health benefits associated with properly using a spa sauna.

Our design also enables you to build everything out of body and out of mind so you only see the spa and need to only flip a switch due to how an Infrared sauna works. 

Building A Sauna [DIY Guide]

Picture this: it is the end of a long day and you are feeling achy and sore. You have just spent the last eight hours working hard, building shelves or working on your computer. You come home from your workday and are in need of a nice sweat to release some stress and toxins.

Settling down on the bench of a beautiful, hot sauna is one of the best outlets through which you can reduce stress, increase mental clarity, and relax strained muscles. Knowing how your sauna was built and which wood is the best for your sauna needs will help you to understand the best way to take care of your heated room. 

What Kind of Wood Should I Use for my Sauna?

Four main types of wood can be used for a sauna. We have placed them in a list, from best for the use of a sauna interior to the worst for this purpose. While other types of wood materials may function for a few years, after a length of time they will weather down and cease to be as efficient. In addition to this, they will not be as aesthetically or aromatically pleasing. 

The very best type of wood to use for the interior of your sauna is western red cedar. This material is not only beautiful in appearance, containing varied hues and featuring gorgeously smooth transitions of color, but it also stays soft under the pressure of water and heat and keeps from warping under temperature and humidity changes. Cedar woods also tend to have a lower density, making it ideal for being used as an insulating factor. This means that it will heat up and contain heat quickly, but also cool down at a fast pace. Western red cedar is unlikely to seep pitch, and it is extremely unlikely to decay or grow fungus. 

Second, on our list is redwood. This material is similar to the western red cedar in features, however, it has three defining factors that make it slightly less useful for the interior of your sauna. The first of these factors is that redwood quickly fades and loses its lustrous coloration under the influence of body oils and sweat. While it will appear beautiful at the time of its installation, the wood will soon lose that beauty as the acid in the wood reacts with your body's chemicals. The second reason we do not recommend redwood as emphatically as the western red cedar is because of its tendency to spread its color to your skin. This propensity for color "bleeding" may leave you with stained skin which is generally undesirable. Lastly, redwood tends to be more expensive than western red cedar, despite these factors that make it of a lesser quality than the western red. 

Despite its name, the next “cedar” on our list is not actually a cedar. Rather, Alaskan yellow cedar is a version of a Cypress tree. While it contains a nice yellow color and features a gentle aroma, it is not as rich as the coloration of the western red cedar. 

Western hemlock is the fourth and final wood that we would recommend utilizing in the creation of your sauna’s interior. While it is not as resistant to fungus or decay as the other listed materials and may end up expanding, it also has some nice coloration and is a generally sturdy wood. However, western hemlock can also create a faintly sour smell when it is newly installed. 

At the end of the day, you will be left in good hands with any of these four wood choices. 

How is a Sauna Built?

Now that you have decided on a type of wood for your sauna, you can begin to focus on the actual building process. Let’s take a look at the five main steps that are required in the creation of a sauna. 

First, you need to choose a spot in which you would like to place your sauna. Yes, you know that you desire to have a sauna. But do you know the logistics? Do you have a clear space, free of trees and running water, where you would like to place your sauna? Once you do, you can prepare the space and have someone install the needed pipes, wires, and gas lines necessary for your sauna to run properly. These are critical aspects of your sauna’s base functionality. 

Next, you will need to have someone lay the foundation for your sauna. This may include digging a space for rocks if your sauna will be heated by rocks. This process will also include the construction of a wooden panel and fiberglass structure for your frame. 

After that, you will need to create an outer wall and roof to add to your sauna’s frame. This will help with the insulation factor of your sauna, as well as increasing the stability of its build.

Then, you will install the most important piece of your sauna: the heating factor! Whether this means lava rocks or another method, your heating factor is crucial to the sauna’s functionality. Be sure not to skimp on this part of the process; your heating factor is the heart of your sauna.

Lastly, your flooring and interior will be installed. This means laying down ceramic tiles, as well as building and installing benches, windows, and any other fixtures necessary according to your sauna’s preconceived design. 

And there you have it! Your sauna has been created. After a simple test run, you can begin to use it to relax and enjoy. 

In Conclusion

After you have gone through the process of deciding on the wood that you desire to utilize (based on many factors, including color, smell, and additional needs), you can follow the above steps to build your sauna! Enjoy knowing that you have a beautiful and functional structure to aid in your health, share with your friends and family, and invest in your future forever.

The health benefits of saunas are substantial. They reduce stress, balance your hormones, remove toxins, and improve athletic performance. Saunas can also assist with weight loss and strengthen your immune system.

Aside from keeping your doctor happy, saunas are a luxury that improves your quality of life and enhances the value of your home.

When you know that you must have one, turning to the sauna builders that have turned steam rooms into an art form is your best option.

Regardless of the space, the Innovative team can create a tailored design that caters to your individual needs and aesthetic taste. We specialize in both traditional and infrared saunas and use only the best hand-selected woods and premium products from Tylo and Helo; the industry leaders.

We offer a broad range of wood finish and shade options, with glass door choices available, depending on your preference. Technology only further enhances the experience of a good sauna, and Innovative provides a full range of heating system options that can be activated with your smartphone.

The pleasure of being able to set your sauna to your liking while at work or play is now possible. Upon arriving at home, your relaxation will already await you.

We also offer an excellent, adjustable sauna lighting system that can accommodate your desired mood. Whether you are enjoying some alone time, or entertaining friends and family; your lighting will suit the occasion.

Innovative has an extensive selection of sauna kits from Helo. The prestige range has six different options that can cater to master bathrooms, home fitness centers, or free-standing sauna suites.

The Passport series of sauna kits are affordable and easy to assemble. They can be set up and taken down anywhere, ideal for space maximization. They are fully equipped and completely safe.

Your vision may include an outdoor, indoor, or Himalayan Spa sauna. There is no space, big or small, which innovative cannot transform into your dream sauna. Our team will ensure the highest standard of craftsmanship to deliver a sauna that continues to give you pleasure for a lifetime.

Have we captured your desire? Contact us today.