Questions to Ask before You Buy a Steam Shower

The steam shower enclosures that you can consider for use in your bathroom vary from model to model. Some have luxurious features that can almost make your bathroom feel like a personal spa whilst others are more basic and simply provide you with a comfortable cabin in which to do your daily bathing. Before you purchase a steam shower there are some questions to ask that can help you to make your decision with confidence.

1. One of the first questions to ask is about the guarantee and how long it lasts. Can you buy an extended cover that will protect your steam shower enclosure? It's important to know how much protection you'll have on your shower.
2. Next, enquire about how your shower unit will arrive. Some steam cabins come pre-assembled so that it can pass through doorways and halls within your home safely. This will allow you to plan for its arrival and to make any necessary changes such as removing internal doors from their hinges to allow for passage to the bathroom.
3. Shower units usually come with a user's guide but it's a good idea to ask us to explain the operation of your shower so that you can determine if it's simple to use. You'll want to know about all of the special features that make your shower cabin worth the investment that you made in it.
4. You should also ask about the maintenance that will be required for your shower. We recommend that you clean your shower regularly with a soft cloth and a non-abrasive cleanser so that you won't damage any part of the unit. Give special attention to small crevices where'scum and dirt can collect and always rinse the cleanser off with warm water. Never mix any of the cleansing agents that you use around your home since this can cause damage to your shower cabin.
5. How long will it take to install the shower enclosure that you have purchased? If you only have one bath in your home this will be a crucial question to ask in advance of your purchase. When your home has another bath that you can use, you'll still want to know how long your bathroom will be unavailable for use but you can rely on the second bath for your bathing needs.
6. Another good question is to learn the range of the water temperature in your steam shower. You should also ask about temperature controls in case your children want to take a shower in your bathroom. We suggest using water that's about 38'C for the safety and security of everyone in your home. This will give you steam that ranges from 30-60'C which is suitable for most people. Be sure to ask your doctor if you have any medical condition which you think might prevent you from using a steam shower regularly.

Can you use aromatherapy in your shower? Some showers have inlets for oils that can give the steam an odour that is soothing to your body. If this feature is something that you would like, ask if the feature is available on the unit that you are interested in.