Construction Heaters
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AP810 Cuno Replacement Cartridges for Large Diameter Housing Water Filters $22.99 Replacement cartridge for large diameter housing filter AP801. Aqua-Pure graded density cartridges are the industry benchmark in terms of quality and performance. This is a result of perfecting the technology that provides both a rigid construction that prevents collapse under all water pressure conditions, and porous cylinder that traps all materials efficiently without affecting water flow…. |
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Heavy Duty Bertha 200 Torch $74.99 Bertha 200 Features: -Heavy Duty Bertha 200 Torch. -Provides a quick and easy way to handle a wide range of construction spot heating needs. -For general purpose heating. -For heavy duty and special purpose applications. -200000 BTU. -Manual Ignition. -9.3 lbs per hour fuel consumption. -Control valve included. -Excess flow valve included 10 foot gas hose included. -POL standard. -Optional regul… |
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Industrial 400 Industrial and Special Purpose Torch $165.99 Industrial 400 Features: -Industrial 400 Torch.-Pilot Model.-For general purpose heating.-For heavy duty and special purpose applications.-Manual ignition.-18.5 LPG (lbs/hr).-POL standard.-Regulator preset standard.-Thermocouple standard.-Material: Cast Iron. Includes: -Control valve included.-Excess flow valve included 10 foot gas hose included. Construction: -Provides a quick and easy way to ha… |
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Broan 744 70 CFM Recessed 75 Watt Bulb Fan/Light $84.95 Recessed light with fan ventilation, perfect for a bath area to control the humidity, or in a utility room, kitchen or high-traffic family room to keep the air fresh and comfortable. High efficiency centrifugal fan delivers 70 CFM. Uses a 75 watt bulb (not included). UL Listed for use over bathtubs and showers when connected to a GFCI protected branch circuit. 6 7/8″ high housing, 4″ round duct co… |
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Broan 100HL Directionally-Adjustable Bath Fan with Heater and Incandescent Light $145.00 ItÕs a Ventilation Fan with a Directional Heater and Your Choice of Lighting. You DonÕt Need to Heat the Entire House to Have a Comfortable Bathroom First Thing in the Morning. and It Simply DoesnÕt Make Sense to Wait for Your Central Heating System to Do What Broan-Nutone Can Do Instantly. Our New Heater/Fan/Light Provides Powerful Heating, Light and Ventilation at the Touch of a Switch. and w… |
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Broan 655 Heater and Heater Bath Fan with Light Combination $74.00 Broan 655 Heater/Fan/Light 70 CFM 4.0 Sones. Designer Styled White Polymeric Grille Complements Virtually Any Decor. Fan and Heater Function Independently or Together. Bright 100-Watt Light Capacity (Bulb Not Included). 20-Amp Circuit Required. Type IC (Insulation Contact). Use with Model 65W, 65V, 66W, 66V, 67W, 67V Three-Function Control (Available Separately). Broan Has Plenty of Models to Choo… |
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DOUBLE Wax Warmer Electric Heater Dual Parrafin Hot Facial Skin Equipment SPA $52.95 Excellent quality DOUBLE wax warmer. Your new professional salon wax warmer comes with a basket insert for loose wax, but both openings are designed to fit standard wax cans. Each of the two sides has independent temperature settings so you can maintain different temperatures on each side.? Double pot wax warmers for multiple treatments or extra large waxing areas.? Adjustable, independent tempe… |
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Professional Double Chamber Wax Warmer $52.88 This professional wax warmer features an all-metal construction and 300 watts of heating power; suitable for all day use. It is CE-certified and fuse protected. The wax warmer features two industry standard 4-1/8″ diameter, 2-7/8″ deep heating chambers that fit most wax containers including the standard 14-ounce size and others of the same diameter. The dual heating chambers allow simultaneous use… |
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Portable Hot Wax Warmer Heater Salon Facial Skin Standard PRO SPA Equipment $39.99 Excellent quality wax warmer. Your new professional salon wax warmer comes with a basket insert for loose wax, but the main pot opening is designed to fit standard wax cans. Temperature settings allows you to choose the melt temperature for the specific wax you use.? Adjustable temperature settings of 0-80 Degrees Celsius (32-176 Degrees Fahrenheit)? Removable inner wax basket.? Metal constructi… |
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TRENDnet Outdoor Dome Camera Enclosure with Heater and Fan, IP66 Certificate for TV-IP400/410, TV-H400 (White) $230.51 The Outdoor Camera Dome Enclosure (TV-H400) protects TRENDnet pan and tilt Internet security cameras from extreme weather conditions with an IP66 weather rating. This rugged outdoor enclosure is designed for TRENDnet pan and tilt series Internet security cameras-providing comprehensive surveillance to protect what you value most. Cable grommets and built-in heater and fan, provide further protecti… |
The Heart Of Your Hot Time: Sauna Heaters and Stones
The heart of any sauna is its heater. Sauna heaters must be specially designed to be able to produce a consistently high temperature. There are several types of heaters available, but the most common are electric heaters. Wood-burning heaters are popular in rural areas, and oil and gas heaters are also sometimes used.
The sauna heater is responsible for creating heat and steam. Stones are piled on the heater to retain the heat and produce steam when water is poured over them.
Electric Heaters
Electric models were introduced in the 1930s. Prior to that, all saunas were heated with wood. Aficionados feel that wood produces the best type of heat for a sauna. They describe it as a ’soft’ heat.
Unfortunately, wood-burning heaters are not practical for most urban areas. For this reason, electric heaters are now the most popular.
Electric heaters are usually enclosed in a protective casing to prevent burns if bathers accidentally touch them. They are controlled with a thermostat mounted outside the sauna. The desired temperature is set and the heater stays on while it is being used. Electric heaters take about 30 minutes to bring the sauna to the desired temperature.
Wood-Burning Heaters
For those who have a house in the country, a wood-burning heater is a good choice for a sauna. An ample supply of firewood in many rural areas ensure economical operation. Some wood-burning heaters have glass doors, and watching the flames while taking a sauna can add to its calming effects.
Wood-burning sauna heaters are combustion chambers with a controlled air flow. The amount of air flow determines how fast the wood burns. A lesser air flow makes the wood will burn slowly, and greater air flow makes it burn faster. Controlling the air flow also controls the temperature to a large extent, but there is no way to set a wood heater at a certain temperature like an electric heater. Smoke is not released into the bathing chamber; instead it is drawn upwards through the metal chimney pipe installed through the roof.
Oil and Gas Sauna Heaters
Oil and gas heaters are sometimes used for saunas but are less common than electricity or wood-burning heaters. They are relatively inefficient, especially when compared to electric heaters, and some people complain of the odor associated with the burning fuel. However, properly vented oil and gas heaters should have no discernible smell.
Stones
Every sauna heater needs stones. Any type of rock can be used, but some are better suited. They help retain the heat and produce steam when water is poured over them. They have to endure a lot of stress. The constant heating and cooling requires them to have special qualities to withstand the fluctuating temperatures without cracking. They should also be odorless when heated. They should have a rough surface (to release steam faster), be free of cracks, and able to retain heat. Popular varieties are peridotite and olivine, both available at sauna supply stores.
About the Author
Mike Hirn is a longtime steam enthusiast. His website supplies a wealth of information about the construction, use and health benefits of home saunas and steam showers.
www.the-home-sauna-center.com
Construction Cost estimator?
I am considering adding on a 1,000 square foot inlaw suite to my home. I would like the new area to have a bedroom, living area, small workspace/office area, small kitchen and full bath including a stackable washer/dryer, and its own utility closet with water heater and gas-fired HVAC unit. The main home is now approx 2700 square feet. I realize the materials we choose for the construction will greatly influence the costs, as well as extensions of utilities. Can anyone recommend a website or on-line construction cost estimator to begin to get ballpark numbers of the building costs?
While I’m not sure of an official estimator, I know that most contractors say $150 to $225 per square foot, which is obviously a wide range based on the factors you mentioned. Are you doing a basement, which adds great functionality, but obviously impacts cost. Obviously get three estimates so you can compare. Here’s a link to general costs:
http://www.oldhouseweb.com/stories/Detailed/268.shtml
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