5 Benefits of Steam Sauna Kits

Nowadays, steam saunas are considered a high-end luxury item.  In ancient times, however, they were an essential part of everyday living and considered sacred in many instances, where women  would give birth,  patients would receive medical care, and dead bodies were washed and prepared for burial.  In fact, ancient people had great faith in the therapeutic value of saunas. There is an old saying about sauna:

"Jos ei viina, terva tai sauna auta, tauti on kuolemaksi"

This means that “If booze, tar, or the sauna is ineffective in curing the illness, the illness is fatal.”

However, in the modern era the sauna is used by people more as a mode for relaxation in addition to its many health benefits.  The sauna has also become a place to socialize and is common in most modern gyms, health clubs and spas. Saunas are also readily available for residential use, and have been made popular largely with do-it-yourself steam sauna kits. These kits are gaining great popularity among those who want to enjoy luxurious spa-like facilities at home.

Advantages of Having Steam Sauna Kits At Home

In the US, more and more people are building saunas in their homes. It is a one-time investment that you can enjoy for many years.

• Most people believe that installing a sauna at home will prove troublesome and expensive. However, most are unaware saunas are easy to install and can be located literally anywhere without using much space.
• Saunas are available in different styles, shapes and sizes.
• A sauna is the perfect place to relax and spend time with loved ones
• Most sauna kits are completely customizable.  The ideal and most popular wood for saunas is Western Red Cedar.  Because it can be costly, many sauna manufacturers are not pushing other less expensive woods as being a better choice.  Unless your budget will not allow it, always insist on Western Red Cedar for your sauna.
• Sauna sessions are often recommended by doctors for their patients experiencing muscle fatigue, joint pain and stress. Having a sauna in your home gives you all of the therapy and will save you money over time.

When you make the decision to buy a sauna or sauna kit, always consult with a professional who can answer all of your questions and direct you to the best equipment and materials for your specific project.

All You Need to Know About a Custom Humidor

Did you know that the Native Americans were the first to cultivate and smoke tobacco? In fact, even the Mayan civilization had a history of smoking tobacco leaves. It was only after the destruction of this ancient civilization in the fifteenth century did explorers spread the habit of smoking tobacco to the North and South Americas. By the 16th century, tobacco smoking had become very popular throughout Europe and in 1887, Terence Manning, a furniture maker from Ireland, created the first cigar humidors. Nowadays, an ornate, custom humidor is probably the best gift you can give to a smoker.

There are different types of humidors available in the market – walk-in, cabinet, desk-top  and travel varieties. This article will explore the way humidors function and the precautions to be observed while buying them.

How a Custom Humidor Functions

Custom humidors are specially designed to keep the humidity level around 68 to 75 percent since dry air and high temperatures are not good for cigars.  Because humidity is so critical to cigar storage, it’s important to make sure you include a hygrometer to monitor your humidity levels.   Besides humidifying elements, there are also gel humidifying agents you can add to your humidor to add extra humidity.  Larger walk-in humidors require more sophisticated equipment to keep your room’s humidity at its optimum.

What to Avoid While Selecting a Custom Humidor

There are many types of custom humidor and people tend to get lured by the external looks.  It is suggested that you avoid humidors with glass tops.  Besides the heating aspect, cigars store better in dark areas similar to wine.

Also when humidor shopping, the interior of your humidor should be unfinished Spanish Cedar or Honduran Mahogany.  Some woods are aromatic but can impart extra flavors into your cigars, altering their intended taste.  Another thing to consider is how many cigars you intend to keep, and choose a properly-sized humidor.  Humidors are as varied as the people that use them, so find a humidor that’s as personalized as you.