New for 2016, the Contemporary Series 89101

One of our new products for 2016 is the Contemporary Series 89101 steam shower. The Contemporary Series has made some impressive additions over the last year including the slightly larger 89102 and 89105.

Population trends, financial reasons and environmentally friendly home design have led many potential homeowners to build smaller homes.  And that usually means smaller bathrooms.  For the smaller home the 89101 steam shower might be the right fit.  Available in left hand or right hand configurations, the 89101 can fit into any space with its very economical footprint of 39.5” (1003.5mm) X 39.5” (1003.5mm) X 87.5” (2222.5mm).    

As with all of our other models the 89101 is computer controlled and comes with a steam temperature display, overhead rain shower and lighting, hand-held shower, back jets, decorative floorboards, dual control panels, FM radio, vent fan and alarm, acrylic stool and an easy access maintenance panel. The 89101 just goes to show that smaller can be better.

Celebrating Canadian Women on International Women’s Day 2016

While we celebrate females and their achievements annually on March 8^th, better known as International Women’s Day, honouring women’s contributions should be an ongoing celebration and not an annual event.

Canada’s theme this year “Women’s Empowerment Leads to Equality” is focused on women having the tools necessary to make better choices. The rationale behind this theme is that when empowered women make choices that meet their own needs and those of their families, the world becomes a better place for everyone. Now where would any of us be without our grandmothers, mothers, sisters, cousins and daughters?

Women have impacted Canadian life in so many ways, from politicians such as Agnes McPhail to artists such as Emily Carr to the first female professor Carrie Derick to our first female astronaut Julie Payette, Canadian women have played an integral in blazing trails empowering women in our country. Where would we be without Nahnebahwequay who championed Native rights or Jenny Trout, Canada’s first legally licensed doctor?

While they have come a long way, the journey is far from complete. The gender inequality gap in regards to equal pay, women in executive management roles and political leadership is larger than ever. So as we salute those women who have made our country great, let us take note that there is so much more that we can accomplish if we work together.

Apres-Steam, How to Get Healthier Skin after Taking Your Steam Shower

Now we all know of all of those great benefits of taking a steam shower. Steam therapy is a natural alternative to expensive chemical products and can effectively treat several skin conditions.

During your steam shower, steam acts as deep cleaning agent to expel toxins from your skin, washing out impurities and preventing acne and pimples. By stimulating blood circulation to the skin surface, steam removes dead skin cells, and hydrates the pores for shinier skin. Steam can be your private fountain of youth and make you look younger!

But what can you do to make sure that those benefits last? Taking a warm to cool shower after your steam shower, will increase the blood flow, while the heat will loosen your muscles and helping them to release toxins. Using a gentle exfoliate will remove the dead skin cells that have been transported to the surface. A quick application of a moisturizer while the skin is still damp will trap some of the water still on your body and use it to hydrate your skin. It’s important to use your towel in a patting motion before applying moisturizer, be sure to pat your skin with a towel instead of rubbing it since a toweling dry can be rough on your skin and cause irritation.

Finally, while it might be hard to resist the temptation, don't drink alcohol before or after a steam since it will dilate blood vessels even more. Water is a healthier source of hydration for you and your skin! 

Time to Get Blue with our Incredible Blue Series Steam Shower Offer

Not only is blue one of our favourite colors it’s also one of the hottest concert tickets in town as the Saskatoon Blues Festival rolls into town from February 22^nd to February 28^th.  And we’ve got blues on our mind as in the Blue Series Steam Showers. For a limited time we’re lowering prices on select Blue Series models.   

We’re knocking almost $1,000 off the price of the Blue Series B823, regularly priced at $3,950 and now priced at $2,999! It comes equipped with is computer remote, temperature display, overhead rain shower, hand-held shower head, foot massager, back jets, overhead and back panel LED lighting, FM/AUX input, vent fan and alarm. The B823 is a big performer that doesn’t come with a big price tag.  

And because we’re in the giving mood, the Blue Series B821 regularly priced at $6,650 is now priced at $4,999. Not only does it come with the same features as the B823 such as the computer remote, temperature display, overhead rain shower, hand-held shower head, foot massager, back jets, overhead and back panel LED lighting but it also comes with a hydro massage tub. You get both a steam shower and a massage bathtub in the same product; now that’s outstanding value at a great price.

Take advantage of these special prices while quantities last. Get into the blues with a Blue Series steam shower from your favourite Saskatoon shower and tub retailer.

Transforming a Room into the Steam Room of Your Dreams

If you have a little used powder room or spare bathroom you can turn it into a health-club or spa style sauna in no time. Just think of all of the money that you’ll save on joining a gym or having to go to the spa club while enjoying all of those benefits without leaving your home!

The first thing that you have to do is waterproof your room so that it and generally free of moisture. If you are planning on using an existing bathroom, the necessary plumbing and moisture barrier is already in place so you won’t have to spend extra money. If you are using another room, you will have to seal the walls with cement board and install an exterior wall that can resist the moisture that results from the intense heat generated from the steam bath.

Then you will have to purchase a steam generator to power your steam bath. You will have to take into consideration the size of the steam bath or steam shower as well as its configuration and the required capacity. The steam generator is responsible for producing the steam and there are various models with different features that can range in price from less than $1000 to several thousand dollars.

You’ll also have to consider other details such as lighting and surfaces which are important to the aesthetics and functionality of the space. Bathroom fixtures including sinks, vanity cabinets and toilets will most likely be worked into the design of your new steam room too.

Sleep Better by Taking a Bath Before Going to Bed

Do you take a shower instead of a bath before you go to bed?  But by taking that quick shower you might be missing out on some great health benefits that a bath offers.

1.     Lying down helps puts you in a better mood. Our bodies like to be horizontal and they associate horizontal positions with relaxation and vulnerability. While submerged in your warm bath, you’re duplicating the same conditions of the womb.

2.     Baths help with skin conditions. By adding a little bleach (0.005 percent) to your bath research has shown that you can provide relief to eczema sufferers both by killing the bacteria on the skin and by dampening the immune system's inflammation response,

3.     Cold baths reduce muscle pain. A cold bath lowers the levels of lactic acid in the bloodstream which builds up in the body during intense exercise. After you get out of your bath, new blood replaces it; improving your recovery time.

4.     A hot bath before bed makes it easier to go to bed.  When your body temperature drops at night it starts to produce melatonin, the hormone that induces sleep. Because our bodies get colder at night naturally a hot bath by heating will get you sleepy and ready for a good night’s sleep.  

The next time you take a shower before you go to bed , you might be better off taking a bath.

How do you like to take Your Steam Shower?

It’s been a rough week. Work has been stressful, the kids are after you. It’s time to unwind with a steambath. So what’s the best way to take a steam shower?

The first thing to do is hang a big “Do Not Disturb” sign outside the bathroom door.  Tell your hubby that he has to handle the kids while you refresh your body and mind. You turn on some soft music to add to the mood.

Eating or drinking water and natural tea will hydrate you properly before you get your dose of steam. Bring in a bottle of water if you want to hydrate during your steam shower. If you decide to eat, you should wait at least one hour after eating a big meal before your steam shower so that you can digest properly.  

Towels are optional. If you’re planning to sit in your steam shower before you get wet, wearing a cotton towel and letting your exposed skin sweat freely will keep your body warm. You can always take it off when it gets too hot. Turn on your steam shower. The recommended temperature for all steam showers is 110° to 115° F (43° to 46° C). Now the hard part,sitting, relaxing and enjoying your steam shower. Remember don’t overdo it, no more than 15-20 minutes.

The next time that you come in to our Saskatoon store, tell us you like to take your steam shower. Happy Steaming!