Make use of available living space in your basement with a relaxing home sauna. That’s right, you can capitalize on square footage you already have at your disposal by creating your very own retreat downstairs. Our Grand Rapids basement finishing company has the experience needed to safely and beautifully install a sauna you can enjoy for years to come.
Benefits of a Home Sauna
have widely been embraced by Nordic countries like Finland, Denmark, and Norway but they are also starting to gain popularity in the U.S. You may have heard of homeowners having a sauna installed in their backyard but another fantastic place to put them is in the basement.
Compared to an outdoor location, a basement sauna has even more privacy. Only those you invite into your home will know of its existence. Because of this, there’s no need to worry about nosy neighbors or unwanted furry critters interrupting your relaxation. It’s even better if you have a basement gym as a sauna complements that space perfectly.
Other benefits to an in-home sauna include:
- Less toxins or impurities (i.e., nicotine, lead, and mercury) in the body thanks to active sweating.
- Relief from sore muscles, arthritic pain, or sinus congestion.
- Reduced stress; Saunas cause you to release endorphins which can help raise your energy level.
- Healthier skin due to opened pores. Saunas also bring nutrients to the surface of your skin (epidermis) and promote cellular growth.
- Improved circulation in the limbs and extremities.
- Low maintenance other than periodically cleaning the floors.
Things to Consider Prior to Installation
Installing a home sauna may not be complex, but there are still a few things to keep in mind. For one, saunas are not ideal for overly damp basements. Because of the moisture they can produce, it’s best if a sauna is added to a dry space with a flat floor. Our team can help you with waterproof solutions and assess your current basement.
We also do not recommend saunas for individuals under the age of 5 or those with certain health conditions like heart disease or abnormal blood pressure. Of course, please check with your doctor to make sure all is well to move forward with installation. If it is, we’ll get started with the necessary steps.
Goodbye Stress, Hello Sauna
A sauna in your home may be a new concept to you but that doesn’t mean it can’t transform your daily life. Let go of stubborn stress from the work day or soothe sore muscles after a workout with a personal sauna courtesy of our . Give Berry Basements a call today at (616) 250-9171 or contact us online for a free estimate.