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Checklist for Purchasing a Steam Shower

Article Category: Home Management

Author Name: James McKnight

Sturdiness of Build

A steam shower is usually a free-standing unit. Therefore, its stability and build quality are the most important considerations before purchasing. Does the tray flex, move or creak once you step in? If yes, then this may be due to weak framing.

In order to save money, many manufacturers use plastic or non reinforced metal for the frames of the shower. These are lighter and easier to transport. However, this is disadvantageous to the side of the customer. Plastic and thin metal are constraints to the lifetime of the set, making it an unwise purchase. Reinforced aluminum frames are the best choice. They may appear bulkier than other steam baths, but they are more stable and durable.

Trays, Tubs and Panels

These are very important components of your steam shower system. They experience repetitive loading of weight and, if they are not durable, they will crack over time. It is recommended to choose reinforced fiber glass or 5-ply acrylic tubs and trays since they are more resistant to cracking. Also choose trays with steel metal skeleton reinforcementss to guarantee resistance from flexing. Also check on the quality of handles, bars and knobs. For durability purposes, it is smarter to choose metal over plastic.

Panels and walls also have an importance equal. Acrylic is the most widely used material for panels. The difference is on how manufacturers build their panels. To save delivery costs, many companies create multiple sectional pieces of acrylic. Then, your contractor will just assemble them using silicone. Silicone will be used to glue the pieces of the panels together. However, the liberal use of silicone is not recommended. It will lose its strength over time, and discoloration and mold growth may happen.

It is smarter to invest on larger panels. Large panels require minimal silicone gluing since they are not divided into sectional pieces. In the long run, investing on higher delivery costs of large panels is more cost-efficient.

Luxury and Cost-Efficiency

Naturally, you expect your electric bill to rise when you have a steam shower installed in your bathroom. Combining luxury and cost efficiency may seem contradictory, but the latest models of steam baths show that they can go together. New steam bath sets are equipped with whirlpool bathtubs and water-and-air jet massagers. But they use less electricity than older generation models! If you will have a unit just for family use, it is wise to purchase an average modular unit which uses only 120 volts of electricity.

Also choose a known brand with high steam generation output. Good units are capable of filling a 4-by-5-by-8-foot stall with steam with just 2 gallons of water. This makes steam bathing a "green" way to take a bath.

Extra Features

Of course, you want a full spa and aroma therapy experience in your steam shower. First check if a brand supports dispensing of scents and oils. Most units also have sound features, which allow streaming of radio or pre-stored music. Lights of different colors can also be installed and controlled, to set a therapeutic and relaxing ambiance for the users.

Keywords: steam shower, steam showers

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