Saunas have always proven to be very healthy and comfortable for us. They have relieved our stress, minimized our headaches and joint pain, and have always been enjoyable. Today everyone has started to build their sauna rooms. However, some make big mistakes when installing their heaters. I recommend a wood fired sauna heater as it gives you more benefits than an electric heater.
Benefits of a wood burning sauna heater:
Everything has its pros and cons and here we will discuss the reason why one should install a wood fired sauna heater considering the cons. A wood heater is efficient and the advantages outweigh the few disadvantages it has.
The heaters we install work differently, they all have different costs, some have different odors, some use electricity, or some need a chimney or vent. Each of them has different attributes. However, a wood fired sauna heater is considered better than the rest.
– A wood fired sauna heater is known to create an extremely pleasant atmosphere and is traditional, the aroma produces warmth and makes your sauna bath more pleasant than others.
– It is also the least expensive compared to an electric heater. Although an electric heater is easier to clean, convenient and quick, and can easily maintain the temperature according to your needs in just 10 minutes, the utility bills make it bothersome for everyone as it consumes too much electricity.
– Also, if you live in a rural area or somewhere where there are electricity problems, investing in an electric heater is a total waste of money. If you install a wood burning sauna heater, then there is no need for an electrician to rewire your home, saving your bills, but then you will have to install a chimney or vent.
– Naturally, there will also be disadvantages such as it will take longer to control the temperature and it may take longer to heat a room when it is cold.
– The lifespan of a wood burning sauna heater will be extended if it is properly maintained. Never clean it with ammonia or bleach as it will ruin the color of the wood, it is better to clean it with water and some baking soda. In some areas, there is a hard water problem; water that contains high concentrations of dissolved lime, chalk, calcium, magnesium sulfates and other minerals.
– It can leave a lime residue that grows over time and ends up clogging the pipes and interfering with the plumbing. Use mayonnaise to solve this problem. Mayonnaise does not affect the wood, but when a layer of grease is applied for about 8 hours, it will make it less visible or sometimes erase it. Refrain from using vinegar as it can be a remedy, but it is harmful to the wood and can ruin it.
Conclusion:
I hope this article gave you the information you needed. Just remember to keep the tips in mind when installing a wood burning sauna stove!
