Before you purchase a modular shower unit, there are a few things you should research and consider before making a decision on which brand of steam shower to go with.
There are scores of steam shower brands to choose from and not all are made equally.
Things you want to consider before purchasing a steam shower are brand, construction type, glass thickness, what type of base frame does it have, warranty, and power type.
The steam shower brand is one of the most important factors.
Since most steam showers are imported the brand is specific to a retailer or importer.
Not all companies have the same customer feedback.
It's important to do a little research on the brand of steam shower that you are buying so you can ensure you get the very best customer service and after sale support.
Shower room construction is also a very import thing to consider.
The best type of steam room is made with a sealed panel design.
There are very few manufacturers who use this type of construction and they tend to be a little more expensive than ones that don't.
It all comes down to the old saying "you get what you pay for".
Sealed panel construction is important because it prevents leaks, makes installation easier and faster and also protects glass from spontaneous breakage.
If the shower is constructed of free floating glass panels be warned, these are notorious for leaking and for spontaneous breakage.
Glass thickness is another point to consider.
The industry standard and a good thickness is 5mm.
Anything thick than 5mm adds additional weight and increases the probability of the glass breaking during shipment, it also makes the installation more difficult.
One of the most important parts of the steam shower is the sturdiness of the base.
A good steam enclosure will have a stainless steel frame under the acrylic support for added strength and durability.
These tubular frames are fitted with adjustable feet so the unit may be raised and lowered incase the floor isn't completely level.
These bases make modular steam showers easy to install in a wide variety of applications where other shower stalls may not be able to be installed.
A good indicator of a quality brand name and a quality product is the warranty that the steam generator comes with.
There are many dealers that offer 1 and 3 year warranties, however there are many companies that offer 5 year warranties.
A longer warranty shows that the company stands behind the product it sells the longer the warranty period.
Another very important factor in choosing a steam room is the power of the steam generator.
The best steam showers run on a 220v power supply.
This not only makes the more energy efficient but offers faster warming times.
The size of the steam generator you want in you shower depends on the size of the shower.
If you are getting a smaller shower with a foot print of 40" X 40" a 3kw steam generator will do the trick.
If you are planning on purchasing a larger shower or a whirlpool combination a 6kw steam generator is recommended.
Now that you know what to look for its time to do your research, it's important to be thorough and read many different sources before making an informed decision on what type of steam shower you want in your home.
There are scores of steam shower brands to choose from and not all are made equally.
Things you want to consider before purchasing a steam shower are brand, construction type, glass thickness, what type of base frame does it have, warranty, and power type.
The steam shower brand is one of the most important factors.
Since most steam showers are imported the brand is specific to a retailer or importer.
Not all companies have the same customer feedback.
It's important to do a little research on the brand of steam shower that you are buying so you can ensure you get the very best customer service and after sale support.
Shower room construction is also a very import thing to consider.
The best type of steam room is made with a sealed panel design.
There are very few manufacturers who use this type of construction and they tend to be a little more expensive than ones that don't.
It all comes down to the old saying "you get what you pay for".
Sealed panel construction is important because it prevents leaks, makes installation easier and faster and also protects glass from spontaneous breakage.
If the shower is constructed of free floating glass panels be warned, these are notorious for leaking and for spontaneous breakage.
Glass thickness is another point to consider.
The industry standard and a good thickness is 5mm.
Anything thick than 5mm adds additional weight and increases the probability of the glass breaking during shipment, it also makes the installation more difficult.
One of the most important parts of the steam shower is the sturdiness of the base.
A good steam enclosure will have a stainless steel frame under the acrylic support for added strength and durability.
These tubular frames are fitted with adjustable feet so the unit may be raised and lowered incase the floor isn't completely level.
These bases make modular steam showers easy to install in a wide variety of applications where other shower stalls may not be able to be installed.
A good indicator of a quality brand name and a quality product is the warranty that the steam generator comes with.
There are many dealers that offer 1 and 3 year warranties, however there are many companies that offer 5 year warranties.
A longer warranty shows that the company stands behind the product it sells the longer the warranty period.
Another very important factor in choosing a steam room is the power of the steam generator.
The best steam showers run on a 220v power supply.
This not only makes the more energy efficient but offers faster warming times.
The size of the steam generator you want in you shower depends on the size of the shower.
If you are getting a smaller shower with a foot print of 40" X 40" a 3kw steam generator will do the trick.
If you are planning on purchasing a larger shower or a whirlpool combination a 6kw steam generator is recommended.
Now that you know what to look for its time to do your research, it's important to be thorough and read many different sources before making an informed decision on what type of steam shower you want in your home.
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