Steamist Steambath Steam Generator Sizing Guide

Day Spa Steam Generator Sizing Guide

Consider the construction materials used in the steam room. Using the basic cubic feet, multiply by the following appropriate factor depending on the construction.

Length: Feet

Width: Feet

Height: Feet

Adjust for Construction Material
Select One - With the Greatest Heat Loss.

Ceramic Tile - (is multilpied by 1.30)

All Glass tile or Glass Block Walls - (is multiplied by 1.35)

Porcelain tile - (is multiplied by 1.60)

Natural stone tiles* up to 1/2" (is multiplied by 2.00)

Natural stone slabs over 1/2" (is multiplied by 2.25)

* Natural stone tiles (e.g., marble, travertine, slate, granite, etc.)

Additional Considerations

Number of exterior Wall(s)(Insulated) - Multiply by 1.10 for each outside wall.

Total: Cubic Ft.

Recommended model selection:

Note: For ceiling heights over 9 feet add 15% for each additional foot.
Note: if the steam room has a skylight or an outside window, select the next larger size generator. The skylight or window must be double-pane and sealed from the inside the steam room.
Note: Generator voltage must match existing local utilities (208 or 240 volt)