What are the costs of running a commercial sauna stove?
To heat up one of our commercial, electric-fuelled sauna stoves, you will need about 100-150 kW of power in a steam room with a floor area of approximately 30 m2. One heating cycle is sufficient to guarantee 24 hours of steam in commercial mode. Wood or gas works out cheaper but is less convenient from the point of view of commercial operation.
How much can I expect to pay for my sauna per month? (How much can I expect to pay monthly for my sauna?)
To heat up one of our electric-fuelled stoves will take 100 kW of power. This kind of stove would suit a steam room with a floor area of 10 m2. One heating cycle will keep the sauna at the necessary temperature for 2 days in domestic mode and 1 day in commercial mode. A re-heat requires less than half the amount of electrical power. Using firewood or gas works out cheaper if you're not taking advantage of a night-time economy rate.
Should I have a drain installed in my sauna? (Does my sauna need to have a drain installed?)
You won’t need the use of a drain during a steam session but you might need one for cleaning purposes and of course, it is an essential element of the shower room.
What size stove do I need for my sauna? (What is the appropriate heater size for my sauna?)
For a steam room with a floor area of 10 m2, a typical stove would measure 1100 x 1100 x 2300 mm, where 2300 mm is the stove height. A more precise answer to this question can only be provided after carrying out a thermo-technical calculation of the steam room, taking into account a multitude of factors aside from the dimensions of the room.
Do your gas stoves only work with a gas mains supply?
Aside from the mains gas supply, our stoves will also work using a Gazgolder (a private tank of liquified gas) or a bundle of several cylinders.
What are the parameters of air exchange in a commercial sauna?
According to the Code of Regulations 'Heating, ventilation & air
conditioning', the air exchange coefficient for a public sauna is currently 1.
Our stoves are designed to ventilate the steam room with fresh, heated air
continually. Call us to request a calculation of your steam room ventilation
requirements.
Is it possible to position the chimney so that it doesn’t stand directly above the stove?
In some cases, yes, we will build
chimneys that don't fit the standard configuration. Send us the drawings of
your premises and our structural designer will propose a solution.
What type of foundation do you need to install a stove unit?
Our stove units create a floor load of 4 tons/m2. The
structure of the foundation depends on all sorts of factors: soil composition,
gradient, groundwaters, etc.
What's the ideal ceiling height in a steam room?
We recommend a ceiling height of 2.8m. Taking into account the process involved in creating light steam, the height of the ceiling in a steam room measuring 10 m2 should be at least 2.4m.
Can you build a stove in winter?
We build our stoves in conditions where there is a minimum temperature
of 16°C and access to water and an electric supply. We fulfil the same number
of orders in winter as we do in the warmer periods of the year. Plan the
production timescale for your stove together with us and book in advance the
period that suits you best.
How long do your sauna and heating stoves last? What’s their life-cycle?
All stoves for home use created by Furnace Art Engineering have a life-cycle of more than twenty years, which is approximately four times longer than stoves produced by other manufacturers. Our stoves are also more economically viable than those of our competitors. Call us to receive a quote.
How much wood does a sauna stove burn?
To heat up a sauna stove for a 10 m2 steam room you will need
5 batches of wood, and 2 batches if you're bringing the stove back up to
temperature after a previous heating.
What electrical power is needed for a sauna stove?
A stove in a steam room with a floor area of 10 m2 will need
about 18-25 kW. You can combine fuel types which would reduce the amount of
electricity needed. Call us and take advantage of our company's stove bureau
services.
Is it possible to make the stove lighter so that it doesn't weigh so much?
The lightweight design reduces the weight of the stove by approximately
40%, although the heat-storage capacity is somewhat reduced as a result. We can
also apply other methods of reducing the load on the floor. Call us for a
consultation with one of our structural engineers.
How much does the stove weigh?
A stove designed for a 10 m2 steam room will weigh
approximately 7 tons. We can design a lightweight construction though. Don't
forget to add the weight of the flue pipe and the lining to the overall weight
of the stove. Working with digital models means we can calculate the future weight
of your stove to an accuracy of 1 kg. Send us the details of your steam room
and we will give you an accurate weight estimate.
What are the typical dimensions of a sauna stove?
For the steam room area, you need approximately 10 m2. The
stove can range from 1,100 x 1,100 x 2300 mm where 2,300 mm is the stove
height. We develop a unique digital model and visualisation for every
individual steam room we create. Send us the diagrams of the layout of your
steam room.
What is the stove load?
The load of a stove with standard heat carrying capacity is in the range of 5 tons/m2. Send us your drawings and our engineers will develop a
technological solution specifically for your project.
Does the stove need a foundation?
If the slabs aren't designed to carry this type of load, then either a
foundation will be necessary or other construction element designed to
reinforce or enhance the bearing capacity of the floor. The engineers at
Furnace Art Engineering will evaluate the premises and make a sound
technological decision in every individual case. Call us to discuss your project.
