Electric fireplace for a sauna: how to choose an optical one

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Published: March 26, 2020

1 The main advantages of electric fireplaces for saunas 1.1 Do-it-yourself manufacturing: Option 1
1.2 Option 2: vertical fireplace

2 Functional features of electric heaters

3 Criteria for choosing a fireplace

4 Indicators influencing the choice of model

5 Design choice

6 Rules for safe operation:

7 Selecting the installation type

Sauna walls

The walls of the sauna are covered with wooden clapboard.
As a rule, for this purpose, lining is taken from alder or linden, less often from aspen. The same wood is used to make sunbeds and headrests. Some true connoisseurs of bathing procedures are ready to spare no expense and use abashi wood when arranging a steam room. This African wood has a unique property - it heats up extremely slowly. Most saunas are equipped with imported heaters. Domestic heaters, although much cheaper, unfortunately cannot boast the same reliability and attractive design as their foreign counterparts.

Computer control of imported electric heaters allows you to control the time it turns off/on, as well as the ratio of humidity levels and temperature (if the device is equipped with a built-in steam generator). In order to limit the contact of red-hot metal with the steam room air, heating elements (thermal electric heaters) are securely hidden in the furnace body and surrounded on all sides by stones.

DIY electric fireplace

Gas, wood-burning and electric stoves are used for saunas, and the electric stove is rightfully considered the leader of the list, as it has a number of undeniable advantages. Judge for yourself, electric sauna stove:

quickly reaches the desired temperature, heating occurs within 10-15 minutes;
maintains the set temperature as long as required;
does not require installation of a chimney;
does not require a foundation, can be installed on the floor;
easy to clean, no ash or soot, no debris or dirt;
does not involve the preparation of firewood;
environmentally friendly, no carbon monoxide emissions;
compact, light weight;
implies safe operation, does not burn;
can be controlled remotely and operate automatically.

The design of an electric sauna stove is a heating element hidden in a housing and a section for stones that accumulate and transfer heat from stones. There are ventilation ducts inside the stove in which the air is heated; the control unit exists autonomously and is placed outside the steam room in a dry room in accordance with safety requirements.

Advice! If you have to choose an electric oven whose body is made of steel, aluminum, or cast iron, give preference to stainless steel with a wall thickness of 8 mm. It will last longer, is safe, reliable, durable.

Obviously, operating an electric sauna stove is associated with high costs. This is the only drawback; breakdowns are rare; the spiral burns out, which is not difficult to replace. And the myths about the lack of oxygen, which, they say, is eaten by an electrical device, are myths.

Electric sauna stove

At the first stage, it is necessary to select the optimal location for the unit and consider the shape and size of the structure. It is important to follow all safety rules. When using a fireplace operating from a standard 220 Volt network, you can use a single-phase network; for structures operating from 380, you must use exclusively a three-phase network.

Making it yourself: Option 1

At the floor level of the bathhouse or sauna, it is necessary to leave a small cavity;
The hole must be well covered with boards;
The required number of heating elements is established, which is calculated individually and depends on the size, location, type of room and the desired level of heating, as well as their independent power;
Under each TEN it is necessary to make an individual hole that opens into the waiting room;
Wiring, to ensure safe operation, is also routed to the dressing room;
The hood is done above the floor level, approximately 30-40 centimeters;
To ensure good thermal conductivity and heat distribution, the heating elements must be lined with bricks or stones on all sides. You can also install fireplace stoves with increased heat capacity.

This horizontal stove works on the following principle: The heaters heat the air that comes out through the hood. Thus, steam gradually accumulates and the air in the room heats up.

Option 2: vertical fireplace

First you need to assemble the metal frame. It is very important that the selected material has a high degree of fire resistance, and all seams are well sealed and insulated;
An individually selected number of heating elements must be connected to each other and evenly distributed on the inside of the metal frame;
The interior of the structure must be lined with stones;
The wall to which such a heater is adjacent must be well insulated;
Each heating element must be connected to the network and their power adjusted;
It is recommended to use bricks or sheet metal as insulating material;
Also, stones and TENS can be placed not just in a metal frame, but also in any other metal object, such as a forged barrel or basket. This will give the fireplace originality and make it stand out against the general background.

An electric fireplace for a sauna has a fairly simple principle of operation, which allows you to make such a unit with your own hands and with minimal financial costs. If necessary, you can also buy a completely finished and assembled model, of a certain power and in the required design, in the catalog of our online store.

The best built-in electric fireplaces

Rating:

Vega by Dimplex. The model is designed for installation in a closed structure and is equipped with a system that removes heat outside. A fireplace with a depth of 19 cm, the device itself has dimensions of 47x118.9x19cm.

Works with or without room heating. High-quality plastic and glass are used in production.

Jupiter QUARTZ. A distinctive feature of the model is the infrared heater; it does not emit odor and does not burn oxygen.

By adjusting the backlight, you can change the brightness of the coals and the flame itself.

Equipped with a thermostat, which allows you to maintain the set temperature in the room.

Model size 61x78.7 cm, power 2000 W, designed to heat a room of 20 square meters.

Dimplex Cassette 400 NH. This type is equipped with realistic “firewood” with a special coating; they visually simulate combustion with the effect of a living flame.

Control is carried out using a remote control. The dimensions of this model are 40.5 x 21.6 x 17.1 cm. It is possible to use it with or without a portal. Equipped with a steam generator.

Peculiarities:

installation directly into a wall, niche, portal;
installation for decorative purposes;
installation as a heater;
use of different materials;
selection of functions.

Characteristics:

width from 50 cm to 250 cm;
height from 30 cm to 200 cm;
fireplaces have a power from 0.5 to 2 kW, depending on the purpose;
different stylistic execution;
equipped with a closed or open type of hearth;
It is possible to equip it with an air purification and humidification filter.

Pros:

when used for decorative purposes, such a device will consume no more than 200 W;
ease of use thanks to the remote control;
It does not take much time to heat the room; after switching on, warm air immediately enters;
during installation, no additional fasteners or installation devices are required;
The device is equipped with a temperature sensor, which eliminates overheating and ensures fire safety.

Minuses:

insufficient amount of steam produced by the steam generator - the device dries out the air;
using the device as an additional heating source rather than the main one;
high price.

Criteria for choosing an electric heater

The power of the device must strictly correspond to the volume of the steam room (1 m3 of room is perfectly heated by 1 kW of power consumption). If there is a window in the steam room, even a well-insulated one, then the heater should be a little more powerful (1.2 kW of power per 1 m3).

Those heaters with a power exceeding 3 kW can only be connected via a 380V network. First make sure that you have the ability to provide this power supply.

Be sure to follow the recommendations for loading stones. The heating elements must not protrude beyond the upper boundary of the stone layer.

Heaters are designed for a strictly defined volume of water. This should be clarified with the seller. Choose the best mode specifically for your steam room.

Electric heater for a bath – selection criteria:

Give preference to proven models. Thanks to their compact size, wide range and high efficiency, Keya Sauna Amazon electric heaters have proven themselves well.
The power of the unit must correspond to the volume of the heated room. We advise you to buy an electric heater with a little more power, but do not use it to its fullest. If there is a lack of power, the selected stove will not be able to fully heat the steam room. If the device operates beyond its capabilities, this will lead to its rapid failure.
In an apartment building it is prohibited to use devices with a power higher than 6 kW. Take this into account when designing a room and choosing a unit.
Heaters with a power of less than 3 kW are connected to a 220V network, and more than 3 kW - to 380 V.
Pay attention to the design. The stove should not only efficiently heat the steam room, but also become its ergonomic addition.

To ensure that the selected fireplace installation fully complies not only with your personal wishes and preferences, but is also ideal for heating a specific area of the room, we recommend using certain recommendations.

Selection instructions:

Pay attention to the type of heating element. Depending on the specific model and operating principle, it can be: TEN, tape, combined (combines platinum and tape) element;
When choosing, give preference to models with a belt and combined heating mechanism;
The power of the heating installation and the ability to connect to a network of 220 or 380 Volts directly depends on the required heating rate and the area of the entire room.

Mesh expensive model

Ready-made fireplace with stones

In order for you to be able to choose for yourself a ready-made example of a fireplace installation for a sauna, we recommend viewing the photos located in this article.

How to use an electric heater?

Electric heater, how to use it:

The air in the steam room cannot be heated above 100 degrees Celsius. Such hot air will not only dry out the respiratory tract and skin, but will also contribute to the beginning of the process of wood pyrolysis (gases harmful to humans will begin to be released into the air).
You cannot add essential oils to the water that will be applied to hot stones. For these purposes, special formulations are used in which the oil does not burn out, but evaporates. To saturate the steam with healing aromas, simply place a bowl of hot water in the corner of the steam room and drop essential oils into it.
It is not allowed to dry fabric items over the heater (even if the device is turned off). This may cause a fire.
The stones must be sorted out once a year, washed, and rubble and damaged stones removed. However, remember - special stones are used for electric heaters, which were mined in special deposits and were tested at high temperatures. If other stones are used, the efficiency of the stove may decrease dramatically. In addition, it may not be harmless to health.

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Design selection

In order for such a heating installation to serve you for as long as possible, in addition to its main functionality and performance characteristics, we recommend paying attention to the materials from which its base and decorative elements are made:

Metal. It is one of the main materials from which both the main structure and tanks, and small decorative elements can be made. This material has a good level of fire resistance, is distinguished by its durability and ease of maintenance, thanks to its perfectly smooth structure;
Net. One of the most original designs are mesh models, the price of which is quite high due to their rather complex structure and attractive appearance. The main advantage of such heating units is the possibility of their original design and decoration. For this, all kinds of stones of any size, texture and color are most often used;
Plates. They are a prototype of mesh ones. They have an average price and no less original design. The frame of such fireplaces is made of thin metal plates. The main advantages of such installations include high heat transfer, which allows you to quickly and evenly heat a fairly large room.

Vertical electric fireplace for a bath

Metal fireplace decorated with a wooden frame

Modern purchase model

The video in this article will allow you to get acquainted in more detail with the most popular and powerful models, which you can also buy in our online store on the most favorable terms.

How to choose an electric fireplace

Important parameters to pay attention to when choosing:

Decorative fireplaces are not intended to heat a room. If you need a fireplace for heating, it must have a power of at least 1.5 kW.
It is necessary to take into account the ratio of the size of the device and the room; very large fireplaces will look out of place in small rooms.
It is equally important that there is a function for adjusting heating and power consumption.
When the device serves as a decoration, you need to pay attention to the ability to adjust the brightness.

You need to pay attention to the presence of a steam generator, thanks to which the air humidity is maintained in the room. In the absence of such a function, the room will have to be regularly ventilated.

When purchasing a device in which the frame is made of plastic, you need to be sure that it is heat-resistant and will not emit harmful substances when heated.

Minor parameters that do not affect the operation of the device:

Regarding the style of execution and frame material, only individual preferences play a role here. The quality of the decor is not reflected in the work itself.
Simulation of the sound of a flame can be purchased and installed additionally.

Functional features of electric heaters

The advantages of this type of stoves for baths and saunas include the following characteristics:

Unlike a classic wood-burning stove, electric heaters are hygienic to use and do not require removing ash or purchasing firewood;
To start such a stove, just insert the plug into the socket and the heating elements will begin to heat up;
no need for a chimney allows you to install an electric heater in any room, even in a steam room in an apartment;
the ability to maintain the required temperature using the built-in thermostat;
electric heaters look stylish and presentable, so they will look appropriate in any interior;
Thanks to the ability to control using the remote control, the process of interaction with the equipment is simplified. You can turn on the electric heater remotely or select the desired operating mode.

Depending on the power and the resource provided by the manufacturer, electric heaters come in two types: for domestic and commercial use. Household heaters are most often low-power models designed for small home steam rooms. Commercial ones, accordingly, are designed for intensive daily work and heating large areas.

The advantages of this type of stoves for baths and saunas include the following characteristics:

Unlike a classic wood-burning stove, electric heaters are hygienic to use and do not require removing ash or purchasing firewood;
To start such a stove, just insert the plug into the socket and the heating elements will begin to heat up;
no need for a chimney allows you to install an electric heater in any room, even in a steam room in an apartment;
the ability to maintain the required temperature using the built-in thermostat;
electric heaters look stylish and presentable, so they will look appropriate in any interior;
Thanks to the ability to control using the remote control, the process of interaction with the equipment is simplified. You can turn on the electric heater remotely or select the desired operating mode.

Design and principle of operation

The operating principle of an electric heater is to heat the stones.
For this, powerful electric heating elements or heating elements are used. There may be water under the stones in the tank if the stove is used in a Russian bath. From them, heat is transferred to the air in the steam room. Principle of operation

This can be done in one of two ways:

Using thermal radiation;
As a result of convection.

The heating temperature of the stones in such devices can reach 800°C, which is enough to produce high-quality steam. Thanks to this feature, the operation of electric sauna heaters is considered completely safe, since even if water gets on the device, it instantly evaporates.

Structurally, the fireplace is divided into a portal and a hearth - removable or built-in.

Depending on their purpose and functions, electric fireplaces are usually divided into:

Portable (mini-stoves).
Angular. Option for small spaces.
Mounted. They look like decoration in the form of live fire.
Wall-mounted. Made in the classic style of wood-burning fireplaces.
Freestanding (central, island).
Built-in. Save space.

Indicators influencing the choice of model

The main parameter that you should consider when choosing an electric heater is power. It depends on the volume being heated.

To make your choice easier, rely on the standards developed in practice:

1.3-1.8 kW per 1 cubic meter (for log baths);
0.5-0.8 kW per 1 cubic meter (for panel rooms).

To improve the efficiency of the stove, it is necessary to take care of insulating the walls and thermal insulation of the ceiling. If the steam room has decorative elements or full surfaces made of concrete or glass, then they will indirectly “take” the power. If it is not possible to insulate them, then when choosing a heater, add another 30% to the declared rated power.

For electric heaters with a power of 3 kW or more, a 380 V network is required. This point must be taken into account in advance.

If the stove will operate in an apartment building, then the maximum permitted power is up to 6 kW. More powerful items will require permission and wiring that will withstand the corresponding loads.

Another important parameter is the capacity of the container for stones. The larger it is, the faster the steam room will warm up. In some models, this niche occupies 80% of the body itself. This design is not suitable for small baths, because accidental contact with it can cause you to get burned. They can be installed in small steam rooms only if the external cladding is wood. The universal model is an electric heater with an integrated closed niche.

The manufacturer also influences the choice. Finnish manufacturer Harvia offers good solutions for steam rooms of any size. These are easy to use, reliable models, made in a classic Scandinavian style. Such electric heaters can be equipped with remote or built-in remote controls, placed on the floor or hung on the wall.

The main parameter that you should consider when choosing an electric heater is power. It depends on the volume being heated.

To make your choice easier, rely on the standards developed in practice:

1.3-1.8 kW per 1 cubic meter (for log baths);
0.5-0.8 kW per 1 cubic meter (for panel rooms).

For electric heaters with a power of 3 kW or more, a 380 V network is required. This point must be taken into account in advance.

If the stove will operate in an apartment building, then the maximum permitted power is up to 6 kW. More powerful items will require permission and wiring that will withstand the corresponding loads.

Another important parameter is the capacity of the container for stones. The larger it is, the faster the steam room will warm up. In some models, this niche occupies 80% of the body itself. This design is not suitable for small baths, because accidental contact with it can cause you to get burned. They can be installed in small steam rooms only if the external cladding is wood. The universal model is an electric heater with an integrated closed niche.

The manufacturer also influences the choice. Finnish manufacturer Harvia offers good solutions for steam rooms of any size. These are easy to use, reliable models, made in a classic Scandinavian style. Such electric heaters can be equipped with remote or built-in remote controls, placed on the floor or hung on the wall.

Among high-quality durable models, there is a certain rating of the best. These include

Sawo Cumulus SML-60 NB, Finnish stove made of stainless steel body, inside the body the walls are lined with galvanized sheets. Equipped with a control panel, scented cups, stones are placed directly into the oven, the cost of the unit is 11,250 rubles;
Sawo Tower TH3-60 NB, manufactured in Finland, is distinguished by the location of the heater, capable of heating the stones from bottom to top, and the increased volume of stones it can accommodate, despite its compactness and stylish design. Power is 6 kW. The stove costs 17,500 rubles;
Harvia Club Combi K-11 GS, floor-standing model from Finnish manufacturers, stainless steel body, features automatic operation. It boils water itself, warms up the room, and so on. Equipped with containers for flavors, stylish design, costs 48,500 rubles.
Harvia Topclass CombiKV 60 SE, a Finnish wall stove with temperature control, the ability to operate in several modes, creates steam using a built-in steam generator, aromatizes the room. Durable stainless steel body, guaranteeing durability and reliability. The model costs 30,500 rubles;
Harvia Legend PO-11 looks like a barrel, the Finns know how to use ordinary shapes with an unusual embodiment. The capacity is 200 kg of stones, the power of the heating elements allows you to heat this mass, just drop a drop of water and the steam room will be filled with steam, the open design looks impressive and is efficient in operation. The price is only 34,000 rubles.

Harvia Legend PO-11 looks like a barrel

Advice! When choosing an electric stove for a sauna, it is better to forget about supporting a domestic manufacturer, not because our stoves are bad, but because Finnish ones are good. The choice is obvious.

Popular brands of electric sauna stoves are Supra, Gorenje and Fabrilor. They should also be considered as candidates for the right to occupy an honorable place in the heart of your bathhouse.

Tips for use

The electric sauna heater is located in the corner or in the center of the room, depending on the design and area of the room.
Carry out installation and connection exclusively according to the manufacturer's instructions.
The corner allocated for the stove must be insulated. The thickness of the insulation should be 5-10 cm.
The walls are covered with clapboard on top. Material thickness 12-16 mm.
The walls behind the stove require thermal insulation.
The electric heater is installed on a flat surface. Secure with bolts.
To connect to the network, choose heat-resistant wires. It is better to choose a separate line to reduce the load on the network.
We recommend connecting through a residual current device.
Control units and switches are prohibited from being installed in the steam room, unless this is structurally provided for.
A thermostat sensor and a heating element are installed inside the sauna.
For safe operation, do not forget to equip the steam room with an automatic fire extinguishing system.
Do not place stove stones tightly. Large ones on the bottom, small ones on the top.
Do not turn on heating elements without stones.
Sort through the stones, remove those that have broken down into rubble. Use only special stones.
Provide effective ventilation for safe operation. Provide oxygen access to the steam room.
The temperature in the steam room should not exceed 100ºС.
Do not pour essential oils onto the stones of the electric heater. Use special products that do not fade and do not harm the stove or health.
Strictly follow the manufacturer's instructions and fire safety regulations.
Do not stay in the steam room for longer than the recommended time.
Do not dry things over the heater.
Do not leave children alone with the heater in operation.
Provide a protective cover that will prevent you from accidentally touching the hot wall of the device.

It is recommended to select and install the heater only with the involvement of appropriate electrical specialists.

the maximum air temperature should not exceed 100 degrees. High temperature in the steam room can provoke pyrolysis of wood;
Under no circumstances should you dry clothes on electric heaters;
Yes, hot stones do not pour essential oils. To aromatize the air, there are special mixtures with various aromas, created specifically for the bath;
You cannot turn on the electric heater without stones. Large stones should be placed at the bottom of the niche, small ones - at the top of the heater. They should not fit too tightly to each other, otherwise there will be improper air circulation.

You can choose from the Leyka online store

Which electric sauna stove to choose - types of equipment and selection rules

Electric ovens can be classified according to the principle of installation, wall-mounted or floor-mounted.

Wall-mounted models save space, minimize the possibility of burns, and are ideal for a steam room for 2-4 people.
Floor models are available in different sizes and geometric shapes so that they can optimally fit into the space; triangular oval and others can be placed in the corner, in the middle, etc., to form an original space.

There is a classification of furnaces according to the type of body; they are of open and closed type.

The closed case allows you to retain heat longer, but warming up does not happen quickly. Those who like steam in the sauna have the opportunity to get it by splashing it carefully on the stove. Closed ovens are heavy and require a separate foundation.
The good thing about an open casing is that the oven heats up quickly, but the heat is retained less well. You cannot splash water on the stones of an open stove. A separate foundation is not required.

Important! Stoves made of cast iron are considered the most efficient. Champions in heat retention, resistance to high temperatures, durability and reliability. For lovers of steam in a dry sauna, a steam generator is recommended. Today they sell heaters equipped with water tanks. This is a very convenient addition.

A feature of saunas that distinguishes them from baths is a special dry steam, which is created using a special stove. Gas, electric and wood stoves are used for these purposes. This article will talk about electric sauna stoves and how to choose an electric sauna stove.

Among the advantages of such devices are simple control, fast heating, constant maintenance of a given temperature, no need for a chimney or a special foundation. In addition, an electric sauna stove does not require fuel or regular cleaning.

The best electric fireplaces for the garden

Rating:

Boston Karelia Arte 28 bleached oak. Controlled using a remote control. Flame effect. Without the heating function it consumes 80 W, with heating from 1000 to 2000 W.

It can act not only as a decorative element, but also as an independent part of the interior.

Rondo S36(2). The model is designed for built-in installation, which significantly saves space. It can operate in heating mode with a power of 1000-2000 W, in decorative mode with 80 W.

It is possible to adjust the brightness of the flame using the remote control.

Valeria. This model is suitable for small spaces, it is light and compact. Power and brightness are controlled using the remote control. Realistic effect of flames, smoldering coals. When heating, the power is 1000-2000 W.

Peculiarities:

the ability to use the device to heat the room;
using a fireplace as a decorative element;
choice of size and shape;
choice of stylistic execution;
selection of additional functions.

Characteristics:

sizes for small and large rooms;
from 1000 to 2000 W;
use of different materials in construction;
models with different types of installation.

Pros:

does not require additional devices during installation;
the room is heated immediately after switching on;
light and compact;
environmentally friendly, do not emit carbon monoxide;
appearance.

Minuses:

If the electric fireplace is not equipped with a steam generator, regular ventilation of the room is required.

Construction of an electric sauna stove

The design of the electric furnace includes a housing, a tubular heater and a container for stones. The inside of the oven has ventilation channels through which heated air passes. An electric fireplace for a sauna is controlled using a separate unit placed outside, which is due to safety requirements that require the location of this element of the system in a dry room.

You can start the system and regulate its activities either directly from the unit or from a remote control. When the oven starts, the temperature of the heating elements rises and heat is transferred to the stones. To regulate the degree of heating, a thermostat is used to keep the temperature within specified limits.

To ensure proper heat distribution in the steam room, it is necessary to install more than one sensor in it - this will give the system the most complete information about the atmosphere in the room.

The best multimedia electric fireplaces

Rating:

Dimplex Marana. A fairly large fireplace, equipped with a remote control with many functions for remote control, the ability to filter air, and many departments and sections.
Dimplex Novara. Multifunctional model. Thermal sensors maintain the same temperature in the room, the fireplace is equipped with special shelves for convenient placement of equipment.
ClassicFlame ABERDEEN. Multifunctional model, made in a classic style.

Realistic imitation of logs and fire, 5 levels of light brightness, temperature and humidity control, display with functions, remote control using a remote control.

Peculiarities:

equipped with a portal for arranging various equipment and objects.

Pros:

saving space thanks to the portal, supplemented with various sections, shelves, drawers;
the ability to select the height for installing the TV;
possibility of installing speakers without housings.

Classification of electric furnaces

There are several parameters by which electric heaters in a steam room are classified:

Type of allocation. There are two types of stoves - wall-mounted and floor-mounted. Attachment units are well suited for small saunas, saving space and reducing the risk of burns. Floor-standing heaters are used in large rooms. Their bodies are made in the form of cylinders, rectangles, squares, balls or corners. When choosing a shape and placement, you need to start from the dimensions of the room.
Type of shell. Depending on the type of housing, all electric furnaces are divided into two types - open and closed. A distinctive feature of closed models is their long-term heat retention, while open ones provide quick heating of the room and allow you to create the driest atmosphere possible. An open body is best suited for saunas, but a closed electric sauna heater is suitable for lovers of wet steam.
Case material. To create electric furnaces, stainless steel, aluminum and cast iron are used. Cast iron and steel models are more efficient due to longer heat retention. In addition, they are highly durable and can last a very long time. When installing cast iron products, it is worth considering their considerable weight, which does not allow such models to be installed on a weak foundation or second floor.

The best electric fireplaces for saunas

Rating:

Narvi NM 450 4.5 kw. The model is designed for small rooms and family saunas. The case is made from chrome-plated steel. Equipped with a large container for stones, which allows you to get a large amount of steam.

Easy to install, does not require additional installation tools.

Vesuvius. There are several product lines, which allows you to choose a model based on individual preferences and technical requirements.

All models are equipped with special devices that distribute heat evenly throughout the room.

Large containers for stones allow you to get a lot of steam; after heating, the heat remains in the room for a long time.

Sentiotec Concept R. There are models from 9 to 15 kW, which allows you to choose a device depending on the room. It has 4 front sides, which makes it possible to install the fireplace in any place and position, and the ability to adjust the height.

For rooms such as baths and saunas, standard models are suitable only for interior decoration.

If you need a device that creates the necessary temperature conditions and produces the necessary steam, an electric heater is suitable.

Peculiarities:

consists of an outer and inner body;
stainless steel inner casing;
heat is created by heating the stones;
steam is generated thanks to stones placed in the casing.

Characteristics:

power from 6 to 14 kW;
room volume from 4 to 25 cubic meters. m, depending on the power of the device.

Pros:

thanks to different models, you can choose a device for any size room;
works from the network;
does not require additional installation work;
does not emit harmful substances during operation;
remote control;
quick heating of the room;
does not require cleaning or maintenance.

Minuses:

electricity costs;
electromagnetic background.

Specifications

All electric sauna stoves have the following parameters:

Power. Being the main characteristic of any stove, power directly affects the heating of the sauna. To calculate this indicator, you need to start from the area of the steam room. To warm up one cubic meter of room, about 1-1.5 kW of power is required. If the walls of the building are thin and the thermal insulation is not of sufficient quality, the power of the electric heater should be increased.
Volume. The degree of heating of the room and the amount of steam depends on the number of stones. In small steam rooms, stoves designed for 2.5 kg of stones can be used. For large rooms where long-term steam procedures will be carried out, it is worth choosing an electric heater designed for at least 6.5 kg of stones.
Availability of a steam generator. Some models of sauna stoves have a built-in steam generator that produces wet steam, often used in sauna procedures. However, this point is far from the most important - if necessary, purchase a separate electric steam room that operates independently of the stove.

The best electric fireplaces for an apartment

Rating:

Dimplex. This manufacturer is considered a leader among manufacturers of models with perfect imitation of live fire.

During development, the technology of illumination with halogen light sources and water vapor is used, which makes it possible to achieve a realistic picture. In addition, water vapor humidifies the air.

Twin-Star International. The manufacturer produces models using elements made from precious wood. Easy to install, have enough functions and are of good quality. They can work both in decor mode and with heating the room.

Attika Feuer Solo. This model is intended specifically for decorating a room, but at the same time is perfectly capable of delivering the necessary heat.

This model runs on natural gas, power 1-2 kW. Equipped with speakers and a USB connector, which allows you to listen to sound simulations and musical compositions.

Peculiarities:

the possibility of obtaining an additional heat source;
does not require installation of a chimney;
acts as a decorative element;
choice of model with any type of installation.

Characteristics:

to heat the room it must have a power of at least 1.5 kW;
if it acts as a decorative element, it should be able to adjust the power and brightness;
presence of a steam generator.

Pros:

the range allows you to choose a model to match your existing interior;
ease of installation;
does not require maintenance;
visualization of fire, the possibility of additional sound simulations.

Minuses:

Without built-in humidifiers, it is necessary to regularly ventilate the room.

Popular manufacturers of electric heaters

An important aspect that you need to pay attention to when choosing an electric sauna stove is the manufacturer. Preference in this regard is traditionally given to Finnish companies that have long proven themselves in this niche.

The first step is to look at the following brands of stoves:

Harvia. This company is a leader in the production of bath equipment. Among Harvia products there are a variety of designs for home and public saunas - electric stoves, bath heating elements and other devices (for more details: “Which Harvia sauna stoves are most convenient to use”). Electric heaters from this company are convenient, compact and have an original design, for which consumers appreciate them.
Tylo. A well-known Finnish company striving to implement innovative developments. A distinctive feature of Tylo devices is the flexibility of settings, which allows you to easily switch from wet to dry steam and vice versa due to a unique approach to drying the air in the steam room.
Tulikivi. The products of this company are designed primarily for supporters of environmentally friendly bath equipment. The design of Tulikivi devices includes various natural materials - from granite to natural ceramics. The result is environmentally friendly and beautiful stoves - to be convinced of this, just look at any photos of electric stoves.