Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

Q. I have wanted a steam room in my house for a long time. Are there certain things you must do to ensure a home steam room will work well? Can you tell me exactly how to build a steam room so that I ...

Dear Jim: I think it would be nice and healthy to have a mini-steam room in our bathroom or bedroom. Are do-it-yourself home-size kits available or can I can build one myself? Will it cost a fortune ...

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QDEAR TIM: I have wanted a steam room in my house for a long time. Are there certain things you must do to ensure that a home steam room will work well? How do you build a steam room that doesn't have ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jamie Gold writes about wellness design and related housing topics. Steam showers are highly desirable primary bathroom suite ...

Dear Pat: I like sitting in the steam room after a workout at my health club, so I've been thinking about how nice it would be to have a steam room in my home. I know where to buy a small steam ...

The newest social club? Saunas. Spending time in dry heat is a win-win—you can reap health benefits while hanging out with your friends (which seems like a trend everyone is doing now at wellness ...

Steam rooms may provide benefits, such as reducing system-wide inflammation. However, extended use can pose potential risks, especially if you live with certain health conditions. Heat bathing is an ...

Dear James: I like sitting in the steam room after a workout at my health club. I know where to buy a small steam generator. Will I need to replace my bathtub, or can I just add some new glass doors? ...

In the pursuit of holistic wellness, the use of heat therapy facilities like saunas and steam rooms has become increasingly popular. These spaces offer relaxation, rejuvenation, and potential health ...

As uncomfortable as your dewy sheen can be, feeling a good sweat can have significant benefits to your health. Aside from hot yoga or an intense workout (like an AMRAP workout), both a sauna and a ...