YOUR GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE

RIGHT 1 PERSON SAUNA

Imagine basking in the warmth of a sauna designed just for you without stepping outside your home. A 1 person sauna is one of the best ways to enjoy daily sauna sessions in the privacy of your home. You don't have to deal with the hassle of community saunas or worry about privacy concerns. 

Installing a 1 person sauna in your home comes with a set of considerations. These factors can range from determining the right type of sauna to choosing quality materials and heat sources. This comprehensive guide breaks down the specifics of selecting the best 1 person sauna for your home. 

What Factors Should You Consider While Buying a Single-Person Home Sauna?

A 1-person home sauna is a compact structure that can accommodate one person at a time. It can be either portable or permanent. The standard size of a 1 person sauna is 4'x4', but this can vary depending on the type of sauna you choose. 

If you're keen on a solo sauna experience, here are some factors to consider before you buy one:

Indoor vs. Outdoor Saunas

One can enjoy a home sauna either indoors or outdoors. Your preferred location will determine your sauna type. If you prefer the open expanse of the outdoors, the timeless warmth of a traditional, wood-fired sauna is ideal. If you prefer indoor sessions, you can invest in a portable sauna. 

If you enjoy both, opt for electrically heated traditional saunas or full-body infrared saunas. You can install them anywhere in your home. 

Sauna Type

This is a crucial factor to consider while choosing a single sauna for the home, depending on your preferred heat level. 

Some people prefer non-humid, heat-focused saunas. These are referred to as dry saunas. An infrared sauna is a dry sauna that uses electromagnetic radiation to heat your body directly.

A traditional dry sauna heats the air in the sauna, which indirectly heats your body and triggers sweating. The heat in a dry sauna can feel sharp and intense, with little humidity to provide relief. 

A 1 person steam sauna is ideal if you prefer steam-generated heat and humidity in your sauna. This sauna uses a heater to generate steam, typically aided by water or a pile of rocks. 

Some want the best of both worlds, and combination saunas allow you this luxury. Traditional wood-fired or electric saunas can function as a dry and wet sauna in the same session. After sweating it out in a standard dry sauna session, you can generate steam by ladling water onto the pile of hot rocks in a traditional sauna. 

This method, also known as löyly, is an ancient Finnish technique that converts your sauna into a wet sauna.

Design and Material Preferences

Saunas built from solid hardwood and have a stain-free, non-toxic finish are among the best options for one or two-person traditional saunas. A sauna cabin made of aspen, cedar, fir, or hemlock wood provides a seamless design for a 1 person full-body sauna. These are great choices if you prefer more rustic styles. 

Prefab or modular sauna kits are your best bet if you want to save time. A prefabricated mini sauna comes with side and roof panels. You can assemble these with basic tools in a few hours.  

Those with limited space can opt for portable saunas, which can be used, folded, and stored. Portable saunas are built of polyester or polyurethane rather than wood materials. You can select between a sit-in and a lay-down sauna. 

Type of Sauna Heater

Like other saunas, a 1 person sauna has a steady heat source that determines the sauna temperature, duration, and its effects on your body. 

If you prefer sauna sessions outdoors, go for a rustic, wood-fired sauna. This 1 person sauna features a designated space for the wood heater. The roaring fire and the aroma of burning wood create a unique ambiance conducive to relaxation. This is an excellent combo sauna, producing both dry and moist heat.

The electric sauna is the best option to save time. It offers a classic wood-fired sauna experience with faster heating and better temperature control. 

Many people enjoy the steady heat of the tech-savvy infrared sauna. An infrared sauna is a form of dry sauna that directly heats the body. Heating units in a 1 person infrared sauna are embedded into the wall panels, allowing for more space inside the sauna. 

The primary distinction between a traditional sauna and an infrared sauna is its size. 

Traditional saunas feature a wood-fired or electric stove that takes up extra room. A classic 1 person sauna is 4x4 feet tall, around 80 inches. 

In comparison, an infrared sauna has an in-built heat source and consumes less floor area. An infrared sauna is typically 3x3 feet in size, with a height of 77 inches.  

Additional Features

A 1 person home sauna is best enjoyed with a few accessories. You want to factor these into your costs while budgeting for a 1 person sauna. While some elements are for enjoyment, others are necessary safety features you should include. 

Some additional features are:

• Essential oils

• Thermometer/hygrometer

• Bucket and ladle

• Mood lighting features

• Chromotherapy lighting (applicable to infrared saunas)

• Sauna stones & Himalayan salt (for traditional saunas)

• Sauna sand timer

• Outdoor sauna protective cover

   

1 Person Home Sauna: Product Recommendations

Despite its high-end offerings, the sauna is cost-effective and energy-efficient. It also has the following features:

• Electric heater with a guard

• Sauna accessories such as sand timer, thermometer, bucket + ladle, sauna pillow

• Tempered glass door (8mm)

Sauna Dimensions:

• 37.4"W (95cm) x 37.4"W (95cm) x 80.7"H (205cm)

A user-friendly SoftTouchTM Control allows you to adjust the temperature. This sauna's construction is crafted from high-quality, non-toxic, and non-allergenic hemlock wood. 

The bench area comfortably accommodates one person. A robust smoke glass door with side windows gives it a premium appearance while preventing heat loss. It has chromotherapy lighting with 13 color options. 

Other features include:

• 6 x solid ceramic TheraMitters

• Reading light

• Patented StableHeat System™

• FM Radio/CD/MP3 Auxiliary with Speakers

• External and interior lights

Sauna Dimensions:

• 35.5″ x 35.5″ x 75″

FAQs About 1 Person Home Saunas

How Much Electricity Does a 1 Person Infrared Sauna Use?

A 1 person infrared sauna is less expensive than a 4-person home sauna. An infrared sauna that runs for an hour uses less than 2KW of electricity on average. 

What are 1 person sauna kits?

1 person sauna kits refer to modular or prefabricated panels of sauna you can put together in a few hours. The assembly does not need complex tools or expert assistance.

Is a 1 person home sauna better than a community sauna?

Everyone does not have the time or access to a community sauna. The good news is you can replicate the sauna experience at home. This does not require a large, 8-person sauna; a 1 person sauna would suffice. 

A 1 person sauna provides the same benefits as other saunas while using less electricity. Because of its small size, you can place it anywhere in your home.

Final Thoughts: Choosing the Right 1 Person Sauna for Your Home

A 1 person sauna is an important investment if you wish to reap the benefits of a sauna consistently. Choosing the best 1 person sauna requires you to consider the materials used, the design, the heating source, and the style of sauna you want. 

The easiest method to achieve this is to reflect and record your sauna goals. You can enjoy the benefits of a customized sauna based on these answers and your budget.

The most important thing is to ensure you purchase your 1 person sauna from a reputable retailer. My Sauna World is a leading retailer of saunas you can trust. Choose from our wide selection of sauna types, whether they're traditional saunas or infrared saunas.

Feel free to contact us for more information; our staff will gladly assist you.