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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