Infrared Sauna cabins are becoming an increasingly popular choice of sauna bathing. Though appearing similar to Traditional Sauna cabins they operate in a completely different way and provide an alternative user experience.

There are two questions that we are regularly asked and they are; "which is better a traditional sauna or an infrared sauna", or "which would you choose". Some customers choose infrared saunas because they plug into a 13amp socket so can be installed easily almost anywhere, others choose a traditional cabin because they operate at much higher temperatures. Below is a table of comparisons which demonstrates the difference's between the two types of sauna.

Infrared radiation is the band of light we perceive as heat. We cannot see this band of light with the naked eye, but rather we can feel this light in the form of heat. Our sun produces most of its energy output in the infrared segment of the spectrum. Infrared rays heat your body without having to heat the air in-between, through a process called conversion, to put it simply when we stand in the sun we can feel the warmth, however if we stand in the shade we instantly feel cooler even though the air temperature stays the same. The infrared spectrum is divided into 3 segments by wavelengths, measured in microns; 0.7~1.4 µm -near; 1.4 ~ 3.0 µm -middle; >3.0 µm-far infrared. Most Infrared sauna cabins make use of far and middle infrared heat waves as these only penetrate the dermis and epidermis (top layers) of the skin and cause a warming sensation. Short wave radiation contains more energy and penetrate the subcutis (hypodermis) causing a more intensive sweating effect however radiators which solely emit intensive short wave radiation should only be used by qualified health care providers as the waves penetrate deep enough to cause an increase in core temperature (hyperthermia).

Deep warming via short wave infrared increases the body temperature from inside also known as the training effect, this causes a more intensive sweating and a more efficient purification. The long wave and medium wave infrared rays only warm the upper layer of the skin.

Infrared sauna bathing does not burn fat, weight may be lost in a sauna session through perspiration, however this is replaced by drinking. Infrared sauna bathing is not dangerous, however those users who suffer from any medical conditions should consult their doctor before using any form of sauna or steam bathing.

It is not necessary to select between either infrared or traditional sauna treatment as both compliment each other. Whilst there is some overlap in the each fulfils different needs and requirements for target user.

Our unique range combines an infrared or traditional sauna with a steam bath for increased pleasure and relaxation, the ability to add sauna fragrances containing essential oils to the steam will add yet another dimension to the experience. Saunariums are available in selected models only.

Traditional and infrared saunas are normally dry saunas, but many users enjoy the sensuality and increased humdity of steam, thanks to the introduction of a small steam generator in the sauna cabin our range of saunariums provide this combined experience. The Oceanic mini steam generator has been designed for use with our hermetically sealed infrared emitters and also with our traditional heaters, it is wall mounted, has 3 heat settings and is equipped with dry boil protection and indicator lights to show the water levels and power settings. A splash guard provides a space to place drops of our sauna fragrances so as to infuse the steam with your chosen fragrance and elevate the experience to another level