DIY | HOW TO BUILD YOUR OWN INFRARED SAUNA FOR LESS THAN $400

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In this video I share how I built my own infrared sauna and how you can do the same!
I use my sauna for detoxing from Lyme disease, but they are great for helping with sleep, muscle recovery, detox, and so much more. If you do decide to make one, please share it with me or tag me on IG because I would love to see. 🎉
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items needed :
tent - amzn.to/2FIiPqA ** I ordered the 60 x 32 x 80
bulbs - amzn.to/2FU6wYb ** 1 pack comes with 4
clamps - amzn.to/2S2kQAt **make sure you order 4
shoe rack - amzn.to/3cn0yL6 **this one is a snug fit in the tent I used (60x32x80) but it slides around the poles nicely and holds well. If you get a smaller tent, you will need to size down your shoe rack
stool - www.ikea.com/us/en/p/skogsta-... **I used one that I had but this is comparable
small goggles - amzn.to/3hTKJgb **these have much tinier eye holes and can be hard to see through
larger goggles - creatrixsolutions.com/nir-sau... **much more comfortable but more expensive
sauna cap - creatrixsolutions.com/near-in...
towel - www.nomadix.co/collections/ho... ** this was a lovely gift from a friend. Very absorbent and made with post-consumer recycled plastic bottles
extension cord - amzn.to/2FU48jL **any will work
*at time of publishing
total cost for sauna: $334.93
total cost for everything on list: $455.93
*** some links may be commission links meaning I get a small amount if you buy through them
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- prisma by tomas nova
- roasted by lalinea
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@ronaldd2154 3 жыл бұрын

Cool. I too have these light bulbs. But word of caution for anyone: Do NOT put too close to skin! . I had these around 10-15cm away from my body. Where I held it for longer around 10 minutes , I have two visible melanoma spots pop up, and some really tiny ones like spec of dust in the exact places!. Its not coincidence. Imho Its not 100% safe or without risk. In this case with reflectors to spread/even out the beams and you're at a distance far enough I believe its much safer. Just don't "roast" yourselves!. Good health to all!

@blossombykay 2 жыл бұрын

You're a life saver! I appreciate you sharing this video because I've been trying to figure out how to get access to a sauna daily and it just didn't feel comfortable or wise to get a gym membership only to use their sauna! Thank you, I just ordered these items!!

@chef423 2 жыл бұрын

at $40 a month? You will spend more on KW on this thing!

@ryankeller740 Жыл бұрын

Very nicely done, Marissa. Thanks so much for posting. The grow house tent is an inspiring idea. Will definitely be "stealing" some of your components for my own custom build!

@knarlyknuckles9078 Жыл бұрын

That grow tent is genius. Thanks for sharing!

@mhm5783 Жыл бұрын

This video is a blessing. Very awesome. Thank you very much for this.

@trance212 3 жыл бұрын

So amazing! Thank you for making this video. I love the shoe rack idea with the bulbs and I’m thinking of doing this in my bathroom instead of a tent. Thank you so much!

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you :) I love that idea! I hope it helps and gets to the temp you need to get in a good sweat. Let me know how it goes!

@ralphramirez1979 Жыл бұрын

Great ideal. I'm going to put them in a pvc shed.

@stevecassingham 3 жыл бұрын

This is soooo good! So helpful too!

@dannyd8625 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I'm in the same boat that I don't want to spend 3-4k for a sauna. I was going to get one for about $1200, but realized they might not be all that. Then I figured I could build my own, so I came looking for videos. Yours is the first one I came across. I'm still learning about Near Infrared vs Far Infrared, so not sure which bulbs I'll buy. Your video made me realize that it's not that difficult to simply build my own. Thanks and good luck with your health.

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to watch :) Hope it helped make the idea of making one more manageable! I love the bulbs that I linked in the description and haven't had an issue in the 6 months using them. They produce NIR and red light so I have found them helpful on both the deep detox level (NIR) and for healing some scarring I have (the red light). Hope that helps!

@swordfish00007 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic and great job in showing this.

@husafel 3 жыл бұрын

Great Build. I’m going to try it. Thank You for sharing!🌞

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm just getting to these comments. Have you made it?? :)

@husafel 3 жыл бұрын

@@fullymarissa4236 No not yet. Kinda got occupied with other things. But it’s on my list!😀

@cmpremlap 2 жыл бұрын

This is awesome!! So I’m guessing that you remaining standing? Would you recommend putting more bulbs to increase coverage? Just curious if it’s necessary to rotate i.e. front and back? Can you tell me more about the dry brush and oil massage? Thanks for the tutorial.

@ailinh911 3 жыл бұрын

this is such a great video! i plan to use my shower as my “sauna”. it’s small and has a glass sliding door, will the glass be an adequate replacement for the grow tent you used in this video?

@dannywalker6279 6 ай бұрын

What a awesome ideal thank you think I'm gonna go this route rather than buying one. How hot does it get and it is safe to add a little heater to it for additional heat, . Them bulbs are expensive, us there a difference from there to keys say a serenelife bulb, thanks again

@feltingme 2 жыл бұрын

THank you for the video. I am wondering, if there is an easy way to enclose the lights into some sort of cage to prevent accidentally touching them and burning ourselves?

@Larimuss Жыл бұрын

Do you need to have a tent? I have a small square room with a drain in my back yard wondering if I can just hang the lights around. It’s about 5-6m squared but wide open only 50% wall covering outside

@lui8885 2 жыл бұрын

great video! How long does it take to warm up? Can it reach 80 ° C?

@NoTimeToCry1976 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe a silly question, but it work if I used just the racks and lamps in the bathroom (closed windows, towel under the door etc)?

@agnieszkapiaskowska6318 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the helpful video OWN INFRARED SAUNA

@Larimuss Жыл бұрын

If you do it for a long time endura electrolyte drink is really good but you probably should take a multi mineral and stuff as well if doing extended sessions.

@janbos1975 2 жыл бұрын

Im battling Lyme too. Ive tried to build my own Infared Sauna before but I needed a good way to be able to break it down again if I needed. I always thought some kind of tent would be perfect and it never occured to me that a Hydroponic Tent would be PERFECT for this application. Thank you! Also, are you doing Bee Venom Therapy? If so, are you finding it helpful? I noticed what looked like stings.

@laylapointer1526 3 жыл бұрын

thank you this is great!

@infoguest4909 Жыл бұрын

Hi Fully, is there an outdoor solution for the hydroponic?

@jasonfrombk Жыл бұрын

Could I use this larger tent with the infrared light from An existing smaller tent ? I just need more room.

@Superdeanmiller 3 жыл бұрын

You'll want to ground all the lights to reduce the EMF bouncing off the interior.

@indahaprilia5050 2 жыл бұрын

What does it means

@ZenPepperClub 2 жыл бұрын

@@indahaprilia5050 dont stay too close to the lights 18" or more

@shehasyoureyes2281 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info, how hot does this set up get?

@isonovoso8312 2 жыл бұрын

Great Job!! THKZ

@arieswaters 7 ай бұрын

Awesome Possum girl great job

@davematthews4893 2 жыл бұрын

Or you could get the $500 HigherDose FIR sauna blanket which is portable and low emf

@Kube_Dog 5 ай бұрын

I'm still learning and have heard that far infrared is key because it reaches into the tissues to stimulate detox/repair/soothing there, which near does not reach. Supposedly that's what sets infrared apart from dry and steam saunas. Maybe I'm misinformed. Advise is welcomed.

@josephdennison4890 2 жыл бұрын

What size sauna did you build?

@nospacetv2866 3 жыл бұрын

Bro I have Lyme disease I was looking for one but they are expensive and all the cheap ones burn out after 4 months

@okidoki3201 3 жыл бұрын

Very good content. Your channel will grow like crazy.

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! That really means a lot :) I have some videos coming up in the next few weeks about detox / other wellness topics! Please let me know if there is anything you'd like to see me cover!

@okidoki3201 3 жыл бұрын

@@fullymarissa4236 Just do yoù and be patient:)

@okidoki3201 3 жыл бұрын

I like that we see every step and your commentary

@channah6498 Жыл бұрын

Great, helpful video. I'm wondering though, what makes a grow tent better than an actual portable sauna tent, which are also at Amazon for similar prices.

@neoterra7072 Жыл бұрын

Maybe the materials used to make the tent? I just purchased and assembled this grow tent in my living room and when I stand inside, it has a chemical smell. I just found out from someone that sells similar saunas online, that mylar gives off toxic fumes when it heats up. I currently have a heater set up in my grow tent hoping the heat will force the mylar to outgas completely before I use it as a sauna. It would defeat the purpose if we are getting poisoned when we are trying to improve our health!

@DreamLand20 2 жыл бұрын

Greate video. Thanks for sharing👍👍👍👏👏👏👌👌👌

@Kr1st1na2 6 ай бұрын

Could you add a steamer to it?

@FreeUrMindz 3 жыл бұрын

Great video....BUT quick question....the shoe rack says 36.5 wide but the dimension on the grow tent are only 32 wide as you have it setup. Are these the exact sizes, are the measurements off on amazon? I would love to just replicate what you did as it seems like the best setup. Any help would be awesome!! Thanks

@neoterra7072 Жыл бұрын

Astute observation! I purchase essentially the same shoe rack from Amazon that measured 29 inches instead of 36.

@jayschuon8330 8 ай бұрын

Hi, just found your sites. I uave Lyme and am a beekeeper. I just started stinging last week because my symptoms have gotten much worse. It seems to be helping. Im interested in building a sauna as well and wanted to ask you what your thoughts are on the near infra red sauna is three years after your video? Thanks, Jay

@gnastyg7798 Жыл бұрын

How long do you stay in there?

@jimgosney8616 6 ай бұрын

The shoe rack link is actually a 36" wide unit - which does not fit in the 32" wide tent!

@ArellanoJames 3 жыл бұрын

Please correct me if this is wrong information but I personally wouldn't add a metal shoe rack, you want to reduce the emf levels and metal is a conductor. Use grounded outlet and ext cords if possible

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

That's a good point! It was the best solution I could find when making this sauna and as I reduce my EMF exposure where I can, for me, the pros outweighed the cons. Do you have any other ideas for what the bulbs could be clamped to??

@alanianfintan 3 жыл бұрын

@@fullymarissa4236 a timber shoe rack

@annelisabethcom 3 жыл бұрын

How hot does it get with just the four lights? And what's the ambient temperature? Those bulbs create heat by being hot. There's little far infrared wavelengths, so they don't actually heat you and not the air. However, the light itself is healing, so you may find the lamps are their own thing, even if you don't sweat buckets.

@juliuswarmsley7135 3 жыл бұрын

I was wondering the same thing as well!

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ann! I am not sure the exact temp with the 4 bulbs but, I SWEAT. Like full on dripping hah. These bulbs are NIR bulbs (not far/LED) so they become very hot and produce healing wavelengths and not just red light. It does not get uncomfortably hot in the tent and I really do feel like I sweat from the inside out. Wish I could give a more accurate answer... but I do know it has helped my detox tremendously and has the red light has also improved the scarring I have. I'm not sure how to accurately test the temp inside the tent... Thoughts?

@nledelnr 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video! A couple of questions from someone who is just learning about this form of therapy... How hot does your sauna tent get with those bulbs? Do you feel like that was enough bulbs? How long do you stay in the tent and do you feel like this therapy is giving you the benefits associated with traditional sauna's?

@skolnikmichael 3 жыл бұрын

Also eager to know what temperatures you were able to achieve with this setup? :)

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Sandy! Thank you for your questions! 1) I am not really sure on an exact temp but based on being in other sauna's I'd say that it gets around 120/130F. I like to plug it in 5-10 mins before getting in which gets it up to a temp that causes me to get a good sweat going after about 10 mins. 2) I stay in around 20 mins. If I am especially stagnant, then I will stay in up to 30, but I have never needed longer! My rule of thumb is to stay in about 10 mins after I really start sweating, which, for me, is around 20 mins. 3) There are definitely enough bulbs! I cannot imagine having or needing more than the 4, especially if you give them the time to warm up. 4) This, for me, is the BEST form of detox I have and I have never said that about a traditional sauna. It is a much deeper detox compared to traditional saunas. Those saunas work by heating up the air around you so it's a very surface level sweat. NIR saunas like this, penetrate deeply into your cells so you are truly detoxing from the inside out. I hope that helps!!

@nicoanakin8002 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to be off topic but does anyone know of a way to log back into an instagram account? I somehow lost my password. I would love any assistance you can offer me.

@cassiusjimmy658 2 жыл бұрын

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@nicoanakin8002 2 жыл бұрын

@Cassius Jimmy Thanks for your reply. I found the site on google and I'm waiting for the hacking stuff now. Looks like it's gonna take quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.

@hampack 2 жыл бұрын

I'd love to make one of these myself, but hearing about all the EMF dangers, can you tell me if you've checked the EMF's on this particular one you built? Thanks

@neoterra7072 Жыл бұрын

Almost no EMF with Incandescent heat lamps!!

@lolarosenthal5823 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Marissa ! such a helpful video and I am inspired to make my own ! I have however, come across such comments by a DR L Wilson who appears to a sauna specialist saying that Rubylux bulbs and Therabulbs are best avoided. He seems to recommend only a handful of companies who make bespoke and very expensive saunas. do you know why this might be ? Are there any issues with these bulbs e.g not as effective as others/give off toxins or EMF ? Could this just be a money making scheme by only endorsing a few providers ?

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Lola! So sorry for my late response -- I haven't been able to get into my account 😅Not sure if you have received answers but here are my thoughts. I have not come across any issues in my personal experience or in talking to those with have used these types of bulbs. Since making this video, they are still going strong and I have been loving the sauna. At the end of the day, NIR is NIR so I am not sure what the reason would be to avoid certain bulbs besides avoiding ones that are poorly made - which I haven't found to be the case here. I am inclined to agree that it is a money making scheme since no one (as far as I know) owns the tech to NIR so I would imagine they'd need to find other ways to differentiate their product and make a profit. I personally like these as they are red light & NIR so they produce the near infrared light to help detox and red light which helps with scarring on my skin. I will do more research and update if I ever come across anything that indicates otherwise! I hope that helps!!

@saveyoutub 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, at least in my decision making. Thank you, this has been the most informative video I've found on how to make an sauna like this. Much appreciated because I plan to go through with this thanks to you.

@nagyba Жыл бұрын

Wow I usually grow pon in these, but awesome build

@toddboucher3302 2 жыл бұрын

Does this get hot, with only a tent and 4 bulbs. Was thinking about building a small cedar enclosure but if not needed. Or would it be better to double the lights

@kathleennorton2228 2 жыл бұрын

The lights put out a lot of heat. I can imagine 4 would get plenty hot. I use just one directed light.

@lightwarriors7778 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your build and process along the way. I have been searching out others ideas to collaborate with my own for a build of this type as the market for such things is disgusting, and a shameful sleazy business model by the leaders out there today. The extra tips like the oils, and dry brush were great as well. I would also suggest using a gung fu iron whisk for blood flow and can make your own like I did. They are for strengthening the bones and increasing blood flow and works wonders. Thanks for posting and keep on shining bright! Much love

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! I agree that there is so much free info out there and it's a shame how many try to monopolize and make money off those who are trying to heal. I have never heard of that whisk before you mentioned but it! I looked it up - are you referring to a Qigong metal or bamboo brush? They look amazing - anything that can increase our blood flow and help move lymph is a great addition! Thank you so much for sharing! ⭐️

@gantzfanatic444 2 күн бұрын

Can I also grow my plants in here?

@Offworkbuilds 3 жыл бұрын

Love the video and your channel!! I’m having a rare and undiagnosed skin condition which breaks out in the summer months. No doctors have determined what it is but my one natural path believes it might be heavy metal toxicity as I have many tattoos and work in a steel industry. I ordered a 60 by 60 by 80 tent as I wanted it a bit larger but I didn’t consider the temperature reaching the level it needs to be effective. So the question is I have the same 4 lights as yours, do you think the 60 by 60 would be too large or should I have went the 60 by 30? Thanks!

@2393034 3 жыл бұрын

nice video. Thank you. Thumbs up

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Simon!! :)

@DerekStormer 2 жыл бұрын

How hot does it get in there?

@adventurouslife4079 2 жыл бұрын

I am curious, what makes this different than the $360 infrared sauna tent from amazon? I am looking to either buy or build one for myself but building seems to be the same price as that.

@neoterra7072 Жыл бұрын

@dannywalker6279 6 ай бұрын

@@neoterra7072were you able to get rid of smell and how is it holding up

@indahaprilia5050 2 жыл бұрын

Is it save? Will the bulbs explode by its own heat in a closed space like that? Help me I am trying to built one too Since they sell infrared sauna in impossible price!

@sylvie5894 3 ай бұрын

what did you decide to do? i am also afraid the bulbs will burn my skin in such a smalls space and also fear the offgass from the synthetic tent materials!??

@keithconti9666 Жыл бұрын

FOr 150 dollars or less turn you own small closet into a inferred sauna.. just get the bulbs and milar blankets on walls a stool and there you go.

@olivierwhite2451 Жыл бұрын

Buy a second hand infrared sauna for 1-2 persons its cheap now because the energy prices are so high currently

@GregoryDanielHasting 3 жыл бұрын

What is the manufacturer's name of this "tent"?

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

It's linked in the description of the video, along with everything else used :) This one is from "TopoGrow".

@maramergan5488 2 жыл бұрын

Hello… do you find your skin ‘ burns’ from the four bulbs? My husband built me a panel of 4-philips 250W bulbs spaced as yours is. It’s in a tiny bathroom- I’m 18 inches away but can’t go back any further really. I don’t have insulation panels yet which I may try to do bec I don’t sweat in there, I just get the red light therapy. So… what is wattage of your bulbs? And do you find your skin burns?🤔Mine gets very hot snd pink patches in some areas . I heard RLT does not harm skin or cause cancer but the burning has me concerned 🤔 Maybe I’ll try less wattage and look for a tiny insulated tent🤔 Thanks for any more Info

@tenazrael 2 жыл бұрын

If you're burning, you may have too much lineolic acid in your body. It's found in PUFA in foods like seed oils. Look up Dr. Catherine Shanahan or Tucker Goodrich.

@maramergan5488 2 жыл бұрын

@@tenazrael thanks !! I’ll definitely look her up. I do use olive oil, tahini sesame seed oil etc🤔 However… I had a horrible accident with my bulbs… after a session last month ( after using for Two months and feeling/seeing benefits!!!) I stood up turned around and one bulb exploded on back of my legs😣 it could have been my face n neck n chest 😣 we hadn’t put the “cages “ around them yet although the type I would have got were similar to yours and would not have spared me either, those are just for not getting too close…more visual reminder…there are other “cages” that protect more, tiny openings, and would have spared me the “hot ‘shrapnel’ glass”😣 This was a horrid FREAK accident .., I’m still getting all wounds tended too every other day at ER clinic. The only explanation is that before I turned it off the corner of a wet towel might have brushed over it😣… I just can’t recall- was a bit traumatizing , or I didn’t screw it in tight enough when I changed bulbs.. I heard it could overheat that way snd possibly blow😕though they say very rare. I researched extensively with Dr Wilson etc Needless to say… I’m too fearful now😕to continue . Be careful. Maybe get better cages for protection. I miss it terribly just too risky 😕 Now I may do steam saunas for detox and look into the LED panels🤔For photobiomodulation🤔though those are ridiculously expensive 😣who knows if I’ll be able Anyway just sharing experience….warning others of possibility

@tenazrael 2 жыл бұрын

@@maramergan5488 Thanks for this. I am about to build a infrared sauna and that was one of my concerns. Definitely going to get a better cage to protect just in case.

@sylvie5894 3 ай бұрын

So doesnt that cheap tent totally offgass carcinogens and VOCs?????

@mikekmalick 3 жыл бұрын

I built my own 5'x5' infrared growers tent sauna and I am having a problem with the 250w bulbs exploding on me! Has anyone else had this problem? Does anyone have a solution to this problem? Here are the bulbs I am using. Halco 104044 R40 infrared bulb 250 watt.

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

Oh no!! I am so sorry! Wish I could speak to those... I use the ones linked in the description and haven't had a problem in the 6 months using them. When I first got them, one just didn't work and I messaged Rubylux and they sent me a replacement the next day! I hope that helps!

@mikekmalick 3 жыл бұрын

@@fullymarissa4236 Thank You for replying! I am still trying to figure out my problem. I think I am sitting in to long and steaming up my grow tent and the moisture is maybe dripping off the ceiling on to the bulbs and making them explode. I might have to open the vents on the top to keep the moisture down.

@sylvie5894 3 ай бұрын

@@mikekmalick wow did you fix that as how can you fix it if you sweat and create moisture.... wanting to do this too and just ordered everything but worried about exploding bulbs too....

@mikekmalick 3 ай бұрын

@@sylvie5894 Hi Sylvie! I have not found a way to completely fix the problem! What does help is to make sure you have good airflow. You will need air coming up from the bottom to the top to keep the moisture down and I leave my tent door open about a quarter way. If you drip sweet on the bulbs they can explode! Wear safety glasses to be safe!

@OldVillagePaint Жыл бұрын

It might have been easier to taken the door off the hinges.

@killuv811 3 жыл бұрын

Hows the EMF?

@ahoif 3 жыл бұрын

Ha!

@aelizabethbailey 2 ай бұрын

Has the sauna helped you since building it? Would you do it again?

@0110101100011010 3 жыл бұрын

Does it get hot ?

@neoterra7072 Жыл бұрын

I get mine up tp 116ºF. Near IR lamps heat you from the inside so extreme temps inside the sauna are not necessary.

@2393034 3 жыл бұрын

I've tried with the grow tent and there is a bad smell. Im not sure this is a good option. probably still better with wood. Anyone else tried it?

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Simon! I didn't note in this video but have let people know since -- I let mine air out for a couple days once assembled and the smell went away! Off-gassing is definitely a good idea, especially if sensitive. Wish I had a better alternative but I hope this helps!

@2393034 3 жыл бұрын

@@fullymarissa4236 Maybe if I put an air purifier might work? I'm not sure. I will test it. Thanks

@fullymarissa4236 3 жыл бұрын

@@2393034 Oh that could definitely be an option! If you live in a warm/non windy area, you could put it on your deck or if you have one, your garage. Let me know how the air purifier works out!

@neoterra7072 Жыл бұрын

Hi Simon, Question, did the smell ever go away for you?

@2393034 Жыл бұрын

@@neoterra7072 nope, it didn't go away.

@johnnytarponds9292 Жыл бұрын

Wow! This seems like a domestic fire waiting to happen... those lamps are not thermally protected. So you have four ignition sources inside a flammable tent. Not good.