Choosing
a Sauna Heater
There are a few main suppliers in the field of sauna heaters.
Companies  such
as Harvia, Vico, Amerec (sometimes mistakenly spelt Amerek)
and Helo Sauna heater suppliers. There are also certain considerations
which need to be made. Below is info on some of the main sauna
heater producers, and lower down some FAQ
about electric sauna heaters.
Harvia
Electric Sauna Heaters are a strong brand name,
and they offer a variety of models which are reasonably priced
and of good quality. many of their heaters are made with stainless
steel and the Harvia heaters usually come with air-circulation
system which warms up the heater and the sauna quickly while
producing an even temperature.
Vico
Sauna Heaters are also a quite reasonable brand
and they generally are acceptably priced.  In
2003, Vico were bought out by Scandia health Systems in Idaho,
USA - Scandia a producer of steam and sauna products. For
home use, you might be better off buying what is known as
a 'Sauna Kit' like the ones sold by Scandia. Sauna kits include
everything you need including the sauna itself, the heater,
accessories etc. This can save having to buy all pieces individually.
Amerac
produce some lovely saunas and if you are looking for a portable
sauna then Amerac have some lovely ones. Flexible and portable
best describes our Portable sauna. The portable sauna comes
in 2 pieces which can be put together within a few minutes.
Two people
can easily fit into this type of sauna and requires no plumbing,
no electricians and no mess.
FAQ
about electric sauna heaters.
What type of stones can be used on the heaters?
Stones made of materials such as incluperidotite, olivine
and olivine-dolerite can be good. You can usually buy these
stones as accessories from sauna sellers. The stones themselves
will ideally be as heavy, dark in colour, and as large in
size as possible. This will enable the heat to be stored to
preserve the energy.
What should be considered when choosing the power of
a heater for a sauna room?
Acceptable heat insulation on the walls and ceiling of
the sauna room are important. The sauna's wall materials
(i.e. if it is made of concrete, logs, glass, tiles, brick,
glass or bricks) will need a powerful enough heater and
enough time to heat the sauna up. The bigger the sauna also,
the more powerful the heater will need to be. Thus, when
buying a sauna heater,
be aware of what material your sauna is made of, and be
aware of the sauna size.
What should I particularly be careful of with the heater?
You should ensure combustible materials are kept at least
the minimum distance from the heater - as detailed by the
heater supplier. Read manufacturer provided information carefully.
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