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Can you describe a vapor lock in detail?

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It is common for unknowing builders to use plastic vapor barriers for Sauna construction, as these products have been used in residential work for many years. These barriers do not hold up in Sauna conditions. Builders foil, typically foil with a kraft paper backing, is the appropriate material for vapor lock.

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What would be inside dimensions of the room (length, width and height)?

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It could be 6' x 6' x 7' high, which is great for two on bunk platforms plus the heater. Don't forget to use a well sealed plastic vapor lock on the ceiling and walls unless you want to re-build a good portion of your house in a few years.

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What accidents can happen when one is using a sauna?

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The heater can overheat and you can become too hot. You can also burn yourself on the lava rocks. It really hurts, so have a bucket of cool water nearby just in case.

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Do hot rock saunas need ventilation?

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All Saunas need ventilation to allow stale air to leave the room and fresh air to enter - intake and exhaust vent locations will vary with the type of heat source. Never install a vent in the ceiling.

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What are the benefits of using a sauna?

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Saunas are usually meant for sweating out toxins and, to a lesser extent, water content for weight loss. Additionally, time spent in a sauna can simply be relaxing, especially during the winter. Unlike steam saunas, regular saunas do not have vapor and probably won't help you decongest when you have a cold.

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What kind of wood should be used inside the sauna?

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Cedar wood works the best. Its natural oils aid in one's respiratory health, plus it smells wonderful!

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