What are the different types of saunas?

Although saunas are essentially based on heating a private room to a high temperature, they come in different types depending on design and heating technique. Some types of saunas include:

Traditional Sauna: Also known as a Finnish sauna, the traditional sauna is heated by wood-burning stoves. Traditional saunas feature wooden structures and a low-humidity environment.

Electric Sauna: Electric saunas are the most commonly used type today. The room’s temperature is controlled with electric heaters, allowing easy adjustment and convenient use.

Infrared Sauna: Unlike classic saunas, infrared saunas do not heat the room but instead emit heat directly onto the person. The body warms with infrared rays at a lower temperature than the average sauna heat, which may help retain more energy in the body.

The types mentioned above are among the commonly used saunas. Saunas can be chosen based on personal preference and health considerations, depending on the advantages they provide.