About Infrared Sauna
Infrared saunas Originated in Korea and Japan in 1970s.
Radiant heating is very polular through out Asian countries where home heating is required. Shopping for an infrared sauna may hear of the debate between carbon panel heaters and ceramic element heaters. Both carbon and ceramic are very efficient at radianting heat when they are heated by an electrical current and both carbon and ceramic heaters will radiate heat over a range of wavelengths in the lower end of the Far Infrared spectrum.
Infrared is divided into 3 segments, Near, Mid and Far Infrared, based on the length of the wavelengths.
Near Infrared: 780nm – 1400nm (.780 microns- 1.4 microns)
Mid-Infrared 1400nm – 3000nm (1.4 microns- 3.0 microns)
Far-Infrared 3,000nm – 1.0mm (3.0 microns – 1,000 microns)
Far Infrared has a much higher absorption rate by water than does Mid Infrared and Near Infrared. Our skin is 80% water and thus Far Infrared from the sun, or that in an Infrared sauna, is highly absorbed in the layers of our skin and generates heat. This heat is then drawn into deeper layers of muscle and joints through conduction. At raising your core temperature, boosting your immune system, enhancing one’s circulation and inducing a fast heavy sweat.
What is the benefit of Far Infrared to our body?
Far infrared rays have various effects such as promoting blood circulation, enhancing immunity, alleviating fatigue, and alleviating pain.
1. Promote blood circulation: Far infrared rays can penetrate deep into the skin, promote blood circulation, increase the number and activity of capillaries, and thus improve body functions.
2. Enhance immunity: Far infrared radiation can activate the vitality of cells, enhance immunity, enhance body resistance, and prevent and treat diseases.
3. Relieve fatigue: Far infrared rays can promote body metabolism, accelerate waste discharge, reduce the accumulation of fatigue substances, and thus alleviate body fatigue.
4. Reduce pain: Far infrared rays can stimulate nerve endings, promote blood circulation, alleviate pain, and improve physical discomfort.
How long does it take to heat to 149°F?
The 149F upper limit is an safety standard built into the control panel. The 149F setting is perfect for prolonged infrared therapy sessions (up to 60 min.) while also taking user safety into account.
It typically takes around 20 minutes to heat up from room temperature to 149F. If we consider the specific temperature, it will only take 15 minutes on a hot summer day and can take up to 30 minutes on a cold winter day. Additionally, the frequency of opening the door affects the temperature inside the sauna.
A good infrared sauna will not overheat your lungs. Ideally, you go inside when it’s only 25-28C (77-83F) and let the heat slowly rise while you sit inside. That way your body adapts to the rising heat. Once you start sweating, around the 37C mark (98.6F), you only need to stay inside a little while longer. Most customers come out between 42-50C (108-122F).
What are the EMF readings of the saunas?
Our Maxwell saunas and Wearwell outdoor saunas are equipped with ultra-low EMF heaters, and their EMF readings range from 0.1 to 1.0mG. While other saunas have EMF readings between 10~30mG, there is no need to be concerned about this non-ionizing radiation, as it is comparable to that emitted by electronic devices such as cell phones. This is considerably lower when compared to the levels of 100+ mG often found in many other sauna brands, regardless of the particular model.
Our technology integrates both extremely low frequency (ELF) electric field and low electromagnetic field radiation (EMF) without the use of any shielding material.
Can the indoor saunas be placed outside under covered patio?
The indoor saunas can be placed outside as long as the top and interior don't get wet. You have to pay attention to the absolute rain protection of the top and bottom for an indoor sauna. Because indoor sauna has control box and wires inside the roof, and the bottom has no raised and waterproof base.
Humidity has very little impact on the sauna, and if you can open the sauna weekly and let the heating panels work, this will prevent the moisture from deteriorating the appliances and wood.
While the outdoor sauna has more comprehensive waterproof protection.Outdoor saunas have even less impact because of the added water barrier and the sealant on windows.
What is the maintenance for an infrared sauna?
If you sit on a towel while you’re using it, place a towel on the floor, and wipe off your sweat with another towel. You should never have to clean your saunas.
There is no necessary to clean the exterior of the sauna. Our sauna not only undergoes a thorough electrical inspection before being packed and shipped, but we also apply a thick water-based protective film and wood wax oil to the exterior. This is especially important for outdoor saunas to protect the wood and prolong its lifespan. Avoid rubbing the wood surface too hard unless absolutely necessary.
To ensure long-lasting protection for the outdoor sauna, we recommend applying Outdoor Wood Wax Oil every six months for Fir wood, and once a year for Basswood, Mahogany, and Red cedar. If the indoor sauna's wood surface appears visibly discolored, you can add the wood wax oil as needed.
Who should not use a far infrared sauna?
It is always a caution for a pregnant woman with saunas. Raising the core body temperature of a pregnant woman, especially in the first trimester can have a permanent negative effect on fetal brain development.
Anyone advised against entering a low-heat infrared sauna by a medical professional should also take caution.
Radiant heating is very polular through out Asian countries where home heating is required. Shopping for an infrared sauna may hear of the debate between carbon panel heaters and ceramic element heaters. Both carbon and ceramic are very efficient at radianting heat when they are heated by an electrical current and both carbon and ceramic heaters will radiate heat over a range of wavelengths in the lower end of the Far Infrared spectrum.
How Does an Infrared Sauna Heat your Body?
Infrared is part of the light spectrum that shines down from the sun and supports life on earth. Sunshine consists of Ultra-Violet (UV), Visible Light and Infrared light. All light when it hits an object is either absorbed by the object, reflected off the object or transmitted through the object. In the case of an Infrared sauna, the object is your body that is being hit by the Infrared light and in order to generate heat in your body the Infrared light must be well absorbed.Infrared is divided into 3 segments, Near, Mid and Far Infrared, based on the length of the wavelengths.
Near Infrared: 780nm – 1400nm (.780 microns- 1.4 microns)
Mid-Infrared 1400nm – 3000nm (1.4 microns- 3.0 microns)
Far-Infrared 3,000nm – 1.0mm (3.0 microns – 1,000 microns)
Far Infrared has a much higher absorption rate by water than does Mid Infrared and Near Infrared. Our skin is 80% water and thus Far Infrared from the sun, or that in an Infrared sauna, is highly absorbed in the layers of our skin and generates heat. This heat is then drawn into deeper layers of muscle and joints through conduction. At raising your core temperature, boosting your immune system, enhancing one’s circulation and inducing a fast heavy sweat.
What is the benefit of Far Infrared to our body?
Far infrared rays have various effects such as promoting blood circulation, enhancing immunity, alleviating fatigue, and alleviating pain.
1. Promote blood circulation: Far infrared rays can penetrate deep into the skin, promote blood circulation, increase the number and activity of capillaries, and thus improve body functions.
2. Enhance immunity: Far infrared radiation can activate the vitality of cells, enhance immunity, enhance body resistance, and prevent and treat diseases.
3. Relieve fatigue: Far infrared rays can promote body metabolism, accelerate waste discharge, reduce the accumulation of fatigue substances, and thus alleviate body fatigue.
4. Reduce pain: Far infrared rays can stimulate nerve endings, promote blood circulation, alleviate pain, and improve physical discomfort.
How long does it take to heat to 149°F?
The 149F upper limit is an safety standard built into the control panel. The 149F setting is perfect for prolonged infrared therapy sessions (up to 60 min.) while also taking user safety into account.
It typically takes around 20 minutes to heat up from room temperature to 149F. If we consider the specific temperature, it will only take 15 minutes on a hot summer day and can take up to 30 minutes on a cold winter day. Additionally, the frequency of opening the door affects the temperature inside the sauna.
A good infrared sauna will not overheat your lungs. Ideally, you go inside when it’s only 25-28C (77-83F) and let the heat slowly rise while you sit inside. That way your body adapts to the rising heat. Once you start sweating, around the 37C mark (98.6F), you only need to stay inside a little while longer. Most customers come out between 42-50C (108-122F).
What are the EMF readings of the saunas?
Our Maxwell saunas and Wearwell outdoor saunas are equipped with ultra-low EMF heaters, and their EMF readings range from 0.1 to 1.0mG. While other saunas have EMF readings between 10~30mG, there is no need to be concerned about this non-ionizing radiation, as it is comparable to that emitted by electronic devices such as cell phones. This is considerably lower when compared to the levels of 100+ mG often found in many other sauna brands, regardless of the particular model.
Our technology integrates both extremely low frequency (ELF) electric field and low electromagnetic field radiation (EMF) without the use of any shielding material.
Can the indoor saunas be placed outside under covered patio?
The indoor saunas can be placed outside as long as the top and interior don't get wet. You have to pay attention to the absolute rain protection of the top and bottom for an indoor sauna. Because indoor sauna has control box and wires inside the roof, and the bottom has no raised and waterproof base.
Humidity has very little impact on the sauna, and if you can open the sauna weekly and let the heating panels work, this will prevent the moisture from deteriorating the appliances and wood.
While the outdoor sauna has more comprehensive waterproof protection.Outdoor saunas have even less impact because of the added water barrier and the sealant on windows.
What is the maintenance for an infrared sauna?
If you sit on a towel while you’re using it, place a towel on the floor, and wipe off your sweat with another towel. You should never have to clean your saunas.
There is no necessary to clean the exterior of the sauna. Our sauna not only undergoes a thorough electrical inspection before being packed and shipped, but we also apply a thick water-based protective film and wood wax oil to the exterior. This is especially important for outdoor saunas to protect the wood and prolong its lifespan. Avoid rubbing the wood surface too hard unless absolutely necessary.
To ensure long-lasting protection for the outdoor sauna, we recommend applying Outdoor Wood Wax Oil every six months for Fir wood, and once a year for Basswood, Mahogany, and Red cedar. If the indoor sauna's wood surface appears visibly discolored, you can add the wood wax oil as needed.
Who should not use a far infrared sauna?
It is always a caution for a pregnant woman with saunas. Raising the core body temperature of a pregnant woman, especially in the first trimester can have a permanent negative effect on fetal brain development.
Anyone advised against entering a low-heat infrared sauna by a medical professional should also take caution.
