Thermasol steam generator not turning on
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Comments (0)I contacted a Thermasol retailer (listed on Thermasol's website) to ask some questions about a Thermasol steam generator and they told me they've had some problems with Thermasol customer support lately and switched to Amerec steam generators. Anyone have any feedback on Amerec steam generators? I did a search for Amerec on GardenWeb and came up with no hits at all which surprises me....See MoreSteam Shower Generators
Comments (2)IMHO, these are practically a hoax. "Steam Shower"? Hello. Steam begins at 212F at sea level. Don't think you want that in your shower. What you're talking about is "fog" or "vapor" at elevated temp -- the so-called "steam-bath" effect. As an add-on to an existing shower, it's a joke. Expensive and worthless. Plus -- assuming the device works as its supposed to -- most shower enclosures will not withstand regular exposure. If you want a steam bath or sauna, build one. However, be advised there are many considerations. "Steam Generators" for regular showers are ridiculous. If you're really going to do it, better budget for complete replacement of the enclosure within a few years because what you have now will soften, mildew, and rot from the effects of regular use....See Moresteam generator versus gravity-feed iron
Comments (16)My immediate response is, "not likely". Maybe e-Bay could turn up something. But here's the rub: you are now venturing into the realm of "professional" quality machinery. And it COSTS MORE MONEY, because there are more parts. Because there are more parts you can actually FIX the thing when it breaks down. More parts (that can be more easily replaced) means more money UP FRONT. But it also means longer, hassle-free work periods! I know the cost seems staggering; but I went through 2-3 cheapo irons before I "wised up". I had plenty of money to buy my present iron... I was too "cheap". And I was a fool. I should have bought the damn thing 3 yrs. before and SAVED the better part of $120, based on $40/cheapie iron. Buy a quality iron. I've never thought Rowenta was worth much... they aren't "players" in the industrial field; neither is Bernina....See MoreFully Enclosed Shower - without a Steam Generator
Comments (30)jamiemc1033, Yes, after the steam builds up, you have privacy. My steam-capture shower is approximately 4 x 6 (it has a clipped corner), and the ceiling was lowered down to 8'-8'8". You can still see a silhouette though. After the shower the steam cools down and will start to drip down. If your shower is 4 x 6, you can either install a bench or buy a teak bench. 4 x 6 is large enough that you can bring your towel in with you and place it on the bench without it getting wet. That's what I do so that after the shower I can wrap up and sit in there a little while. If someone walks in at that point, and the glass is more transparent, I am already wrapped in a towel. One thing I did was ask the contractor to make the pony wall higher than I normally see it in pictures. We just measured up to my shoulder and he built the pony wall to be that distance off the shower floor. That also enabled us to build a nice big niche in that pony wall, so that the products are not seen when you enter the room. Also, since the pony wall is taller, we can put a piece of art work on the dry side above the tub. If you don't want to build a higher than normal pony wall, and you are still unsure if the steam alone is enough privacy, you could frost just a section of the glass. I saw a picture on HOUZZ that had this, but I can't find the picture right now. In the picture the shower glass was only frosted in the middle to provide privacy where needed. This would allow more light to come into the shower than frosting the whole panel I would think. I don't feel comfortable locking the door while taking a shower because in case of a fall no one would be able to help me. We have 4 kids and they do sometimes walk in to ask a question or get something, although that is getting less so as they get older. One of the nicest things is the quiet and the feeling of being somewhere else because you can't hear anything and you can't see out either. There are some advantages to putting in a generator which I'll mention because you said you like long, hot showers. - The steam in my shower cools down very quickly after the water is shut off. If you have a steam generator, you can finish the "cleaning" part of your shower but keep the steam going as long as you want to. Probably the cleaning part of your shower is a lot shorter than 20 minutes, but you like to go longer because you want to enjoy the relaxing heat and steam. If that's the case you night want a real steam shower. My DS likes to keep the steam going while she sits down to shave her legs. - Very little water is used to generate the steam. If you think you will want to keep the steam hot, but you are done with your shower, running the hot water is a waste compared to what the generator would use. - Also, with a steam generator, you could just take a steam, not with a shower. My DS does that often in the winter if she is chilled to the bone but doesn't want a shower right then. If you think you could change your mind and want a generator later, you might consider putting in the electrical, plumbing, etc now. You already have to build the shower using all the techniques for vapor-proofing, so your spending the bulk of the extra costs already. The additional cost if you change your mind later would be the generator itself and the labor to have it installed. Be sure to hire someone who is experienced and will follow TCNA guidelines for steam showers. If they cut corners because it's not a real steam shower, you won't have the option of adding the generator later bc steam requires more than just regular water-proofing. You can order the handbook online which will help you in the hiring process. Good luck with your project!...See Morephiwwy
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