You may have read in our website that sauna use enhances the color 0f your skin. Will it substitute for a sun tan? The answer is, no, it will not. However, it is true that your skin will have more color to it when you use your sauna regularly, according to some users. The high temperatures in a traditional sauna increase the circulation in your body by causing your heart to beat faster and pump more blood. The expanding blood vessels and increased blood flow bring color to your skin, in the same way as a good workout. When using my own sauna several times per week, I retain an added amount of color that has caused some people to ask if I have been tanning! So, while using your sauna is not the same as going to the beach, it may be the next best thing!
Sauna vs. Beach
March 11th, 2010Replacement Components
March 8th, 2010Having over thirty years worth of Almost Heaven Saunas in the field, we get our share of requests for replacement components and parts. We often sell accessories as after-market items, but we also sell entire sauna components for any of our sauna models. For example, we just received a request from someone who needed two new end sections for a Barrel Sauna; apparently when transporting the disassembled sauna, the box containing the original ends was lost or damaged. Another example is people who move their saunas, either to a different location at their home, or to a new home altogether. We often sell replacement stave boards or wall sections to people who have damaged existing boards or simply wish to spruce up the look of the sauna. On ocassion we have customers who break their glass doors or simply wish to switch to a wooden door.
Whatever the component and whatever the reason, Almost Heaven Saunas is happy to provide replacement parts for our saunas regardless of when they were purchased! Call 888.355.3050 if you have questions regarding replacement parts!
New Bench Design
March 7th, 2010
Almost Heaven Saunas continually strives to improve our products whenever we can. For example, while the general look of our Barrel Sauna remains the same after over thirty years on the market, slight improvements in design and components keeps the product current and fresh. For example, we previously used steel hoops where we now use stainless bands; we previously used wood doors where we now use glass doors, etc.
We are pleased to announce that another important detail is being enhanced, and that is the design of our benches. In addition to being fully assembled, our benches are now built with 2×2 red cedar material rather than 2×4 red cedar. This provides a more comfortable feel when sitting, and also improves on the aesthetics of the bench design. And, of course, we were able to make this change with no addition to the price of the sauna! Almost Heaven Saunas, the authentic sauna experience!
The Sauna Bath
March 5th, 2010I was recently asked about the “proper” way to use an Almost Heaven Sauna. While there are various techniques used and recommended by sauna bathers throughout the world, there is no hard and fast rule. Variables such as temperature, desired outcome and time available all play a role in how you use a sauna. Some like their saunas extremely hot, while others like a lower temperature; some like the dry sauna experience, others like the steam filling the air. And, of course, if you only have twenty minutes after a workout available for your sauna, a full one-hour regimine won’t work for you.
Some sauna purists may chastise me, but my routine is as follows. I turn on the sauna when I head out for my workout, and an hour later it is up to 180F, which is my preferred temperature. I sit in the dry sauna (no water on the rocks) for about 15 minutes. Sometimes I’ll read a magazine, but most often I’ll close my eyes and just sit and enjoy the heat. I’ll then step outside for a brief break (1-2 minutes) and then I’ll step back into the sauna and begin sprinkling water on the rocks. The steam makes the sauna feel extra hot, and I’ll enjoy my wet sauna for another 10-15 minutes. I spend a total of 25-30 minutes in my sauna, and then another 5 minutes afterwards cooling down before my shower.
For the rest of the day I feel cleansed, rejuvinated and relaxed, all at the same time! A session in an Almost Heaven Sauna is definately a healthy addition to my lifestyle!
Infrared “Saunas”
March 1st, 2010Ok, so you may be wondering why the ” ” qualification. The truth is, infrared ”saunas” are not saunas at all. I know I have mentioned this in the past, but the fact justifies repeating; infrared rooms are not saunas. Saunas require high temperatures and the use of water to create steam, neither of which is applicable in the use of infrared rooms. An infrared room may be effective for sore joints or muscles, but the overall effects of weight loss, calorie burn, detox, etc. are most effective in a genuine sauna. And, of course, the best sauna on the market today is the AlmostHeavenSauna line with more than 30 years of history behind it. Of course, if you desire an infrared room we have a terrific selection in our Solaris brand, which will give you all of the benefits of infrared in a high quality unit! Call Almost Heaven Saunas at 888.355.3050 for more information! In addition to the best Traditional Saunas built, we have the best infrared therapy rooms as well!
Shop the Home Shows!
February 28th, 2010
With the coming of spring comes Home Show Season, and that means great deals on Almost Heaven Saunas for you! From now through May you are likely to see a dealer in your area offering Quality Barrel Saunas, as well as our other models, at special prices. The factory is providing added incentives to our dealers, so be sure to look our products in your area. If you are unable to locate a dealer or event in your area, contact us and we’ll direct you to a nearby dealer for assistance. Or, call us at 888.355.3050 and we’ll answer your questions directly. Almost Heaven Saunas provide the highest quality, genuine cedar saunas in the world!
New Barrel Sauna Option
February 23rd, 2010
The Barrel Sauna by Almost Heaven Saunas, comes standard with our exclusive rotationally molded plastic support cradles. These are both sturdy and stylish, and allow the sauna to be placed right on the ground without worry of moisture soaking into the wood. However, we now have an alternative for those who desire a more traditional look that matches the sauna. Our new Red Cedar cradles are built of the same red cedar used in the sauna itself. While they are not recommended for placement directly on the ground, they are ideal for placement on a deck or patio. Email Almost Heaven Saunas, or call us at 888-355-3050 for more details!
Testamonials, Please!
February 22nd, 2010As you can see from the posts on our website, Almost Heaven Saunas has many satisfied customers! We have sold thousands of saunas over our thirty-year history, and we love to hear from current and former customers. If you have a picture of an Almost Heaven Sauna installation, or if you would be so kind as to write a testamonial about your sauna, please forward them to us. With your permission we will place the picture and your quotation on our web site – without full name and address, of course! Questions or comment? For contact information, visit www.almostheaven.com/contact-almost-heaven/, or call 888.355.3050.
Multiple Heater Options
February 19th, 2010
One of the many advantages of Almost Heaven Saunas is the fact that we give you any number of heater choices. Our standard heaters are from Saunatec, and we use the genuine Finnish “Polar” model as our top-of-the-line heater. However, since we are a manufacturer of high quality sauna rooms, we can fit your sauna with the heater of your choice. Various options include wood burning heaters for those without access to electricity; floor-mount heaters for extra-large sauna rooms; commercial heaters with external controls; etc. Regardless of the heater you want, we can generally source the model and brand for a price below what you would normally pay through an internet purchase. We provide many heaters each year for people wishing to upgrade or replace their old heater on an existing sauna, and we are happy to provide any assistance we can. Call us at 888-355-3050 and tell us how we can help you!
Wine Barrel Home Accessory
February 16th, 2010
Looking for a great home accessory? Almost Heaven Saunas is pleased to introduce the new Wine Barrel for home wine storage. This hand-crafted wine rack is built in the same cooperage tradition as our barrel saunas, making it an exceptional home furniture item. The Wine Barrel holds up to 16 wine bottles and is a free-standing floor unit. These beautiful items can be ordered directly from our factory, so give us a call at 888-355-3050 for more details!