For decades, steam showers have been popular at gyms and health clubs for relaxing muscles, soothing joints, and invigorating tired bodies.
Now manufacturers are focusing on the home spa market, offering homeowners a range of products from complete steam shower units to equipment that can add steam capabilities to a conventional shower.
What is a steam shower? Basically, it is a small, enclosed room with a vapor-tight door that is equipped with a steam shower generator.
The steam generator heats water to a boil and then delivers the resulting vapor into the enclosed room. The room's walls, ceiling, and floor must be made of a material that is impervious to the hot, moist vapor.
A seat or bench gives you a place to relax while you enjoy bathing in the steam.
In addition, nearly all steam showers are also regular showers--with water controls and one or more showerheads.
In this section, you'll find information on the key types of steam showers and related equipment (see list of topics at right):
