For many, the steam infusion is the best part of the sauna experience: Water sizzles on the hot stones, a wave of warm, moist air sweeps through the sauna room, and the fragrance fills the air. A few simple things make sure it’s just as enjoyable in your home sauna.
1. The heater must be hot enough
A steam infusion only works if the sauna stones are hot enough. After the heater reaches the target temperature, give it a little more time so that the stones inside are thoroughly heated through. If there are too few stones in the heater or it is too weak for the sauna room, the water will not evaporate completely and will drip through.
2. Better to pour small amounts more often than a large amount once
A large splash of water cools the stones and creates a brief, intense burst of heat. Smaller amounts poured at regular intervals are more pleasant. As a rough guide, use about 100–150 ml per infusion, spread throughout the sauna session.
3. Dilute the infusion concentrate correctly
Sauna infusion concentrates must always be diluted with water—the dosage is indicated on the bottle. Never pour undiluted essential oils or alcohol onto the stones: this is extremely dangerous and also smells far too intense.
4. Distribute the steam
After pouring the water, the steam rises. If you like, gently fan the warm air into the sauna room with a towel. The heat is strongest on the upper benches—if you prefer it milder, sit further down.
5. Listen to your body
There is no required duration. If it gets too hot for you, leave the sauna room. Afterwards, cool down, rest, and drink plenty of fluids.
The infusion without having to get up
This is exactly where the Steam Butler comes in: You hang it over your sauna heater, fill it with infusion water once, and use the ball valve to set how often the water is poured. The tilting container automatically pours small amounts alternately on the left and right onto the stones—just as it should be for an even steam infusion. You can simply stay lying down.
