What exactly is a steam room?

A steam generator heats water until it vaporizes and then pumps that delicious steam into an enclosed area for your enjoyment. It’s a simple idea—but doing it efficiently, reliably, and beautifully is an art and a science that we’ve spent decades mastering.

How does a steam shower operate?

Click on the components below for an explanation of how a steam shower system operates.

Generator

The steam room generator powers your steam system by boiling water. It’s about the size of a briefcase, though the exact size varies based on your shower’s construction. It can be installed up to 30 m. away in a closet, vanity, attic, or basement – basically any dry, heated location – with 12 inches of space around the generator for ventilation.

Control
Installed inside the shower and away from direct steam flow, the control lets you manage your steam session. You can choose to control everything from temperature and duration to music, lighting and aromatherapy.
Steamhead
This is where the steam is released. It’s installed on the shower wall, about 6-12 inches above the floor and opposite the seating area.​
Plumbing and Power
Your system will run on low-voltage household electric power (240v). You will need a water line to the steam bath generator, steam line from generator to shower, and a drain line.

How to Start Your
Steam Shower Project

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PLAN YOUR PROJECT

Thousands of homes of all sizes and shapes have MrSteam in them. Have a look at some examples for inspiration.

QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE

CHOOSE YOUR SYSTEM

Use our Virtual Spa tool to figure out which MrSteam generator control panel, and steam head are the right ones for your particular bathroom.

EXPLORE OUR CONFIGURATOR

GET IN TOUCH

If you’d like to discuss you’re project with someone, please call us in the office on
01342 888 188

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Choosing the right components for your steam room

Click on the componants below for an explanation of how a each process works.

SIZE
We offer different generators for different size room. High ceilings or particularly large spaces will require a larger steam room generator. Our Configurator can help you figure out what you need​.
MATERIALS
Most enclosures use one or more of these materials: tile, natural stone, acrylic, fiberglass, or composites. Each material has different heat retention properties, and this will be a factor in the generator you choose.
CONSTRUCTION
Your space must be enclosed, insulated, and sealed. Windows, if any, should be double-paned. If you’re tiling your room, be aware that larger tiles are friendlier to steam because they collect less condensation.
VENTILATION
There should be no heating, venting or air-conditioning components inside the steam room. All light fixtures must be vapor-sealed.

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