Russian Banya of Dallas

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Steam Room/Hammam

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The Steam Room is very similar in purpose and in type of heat being provided as traditional Turkish Hammam saunas. The Steam Room is covered entirely in tile, which is different from the wood in the Russian and Finnish Saunas in that tile does not absorb heat or moisture at all. Thus, the Steam Room is kept at a much lower temperature than our other two saunas, but at a much higher humidity. The temperature in this time-honored sauna is at about 110°F (45°C) and the humidity is at 100%. Trips to the Steam Room/Hammam will last considerably longer than trips to the Russian Banya or to the Finnish Sauna. It is this extended stay in the Steam Room which allows for slow relaxation, while the steam causes the clearing of the sinuses for our customers. Eucalyptus oil may also be... taken into the Steam Room and poured into the steam faucet so as to open up nasal passages and clear up congestion.