Sauna LED Strip Lights Guide

Saunas are places of relaxation and rest where we can get away from our daily stresses. However, the right atmosphere in a sauna can only be created with the right lighting, which adds the finishing touch to your relaxation experience.

When lighting a sauna, you need LED strip lights that are specifically designed for saunas. These LED strips must be heat-resistant and can withstand temperatures of up to 100°C. Although saunas do not come into direct contact with water, the humidity in the room creates water vapor from the heating. Therefore, the LED strip lights you choose should be moisture resistant. In addition, other factors to consider for sauna LED strip lighting include CCT, CRI, and IP rating.

Keep reading to learn more about sauna LED strip lights. In this article, we will discuss everything you need to know to create the perfect lighting environment for your sauna.

What are saunas and sauna LED strip lights?

A sauna is a small, enclosed, therapeutic, heated, closed, wooden room with many benches, seats, designs, and size or capacity options. Sauna room temperatures usually range from 90°F to 195°F (32°C to 90°C), and the heat encourages sweating, which helps to cleanse the skin and body. Saunas can be used for relaxation, detoxification, and a variety of health benefits such as improved circulation and muscle relaxation.

The types of saunas are usually as follows:

Type of sauna	Heat source	Temperature
Finnish Sauna	Gas/electric/wood	160 to 194 °F (71 – 90 °C)
Infrared Sauna	Infrared heating elements	100 to 150 °F (38 – 65.5 °C)
Portable Sauna	Infrared heating panels	100 to 150 °F (38 – 65.5 °C)
Steam Sauna	Steam generator	90 to 120 °F (32 – 49 °C)

Sauna LED light strips are designed for saunas where people can relax in dry heat or hot and humid environments. Sauna rooms are usually very hot, depending on the type of sauna. Therefore, in order to withstand such temperatures, the LED strip lights used in saunas must be heat- and moisture-resistant. In addition, they need to have a waterproof body and be completely sealed.

Sauna LED strip lights are flexible strips with many small LEDs. They are ideal for creating a soft, diffused light and are often used to illuminate sauna seats and walls. Thanks to their flexibility and self-adhesive base, sauna LED strips can be easily mounted on any surface and can emit different colors of light to create unique lighting effects.

As mentioned above, it is important for saunas to choose waterproof LED strip lights with a protection rating of at least IP68. For more information on IP ratings, check out the blog: LED Strip Lights Waterproof IP Rating Guide.

While the general purpose of sauna LED strip lighting is to provide adequate visibility, light also plays a crucial role in relaxation. Warm light is considered to be the best choice for LED strip lighting for saunas. The warm, soft tones of yellow light calm you down and relax your body.

In addition, infrared LED sauna strip lights are also available in color light therapy. You can adjust the color of these light strips, which will bring certain benefits. For example, it can relieve pain and improve mood.

Why choose sauna LED strip lights?

Our LED sauna light strip is fully weatherproof with silicone protection and an IP68 waterproof rating. It operates peacefully in environments with over 90% relative humidity, making it ideal for saunas, steam rooms, and spas, both indoors and outdoors. With high-temperature-resistant LEDs rated up to 125°C, this LED sauna light strip can operate efficiently in ambient temperatures up to 100°C, ensuring long-lasting durability in hot and humid environments.

When choosing sauna lighting, it is important to consider specific requirements to ensure safety, functionality, and a pleasant ambience. Here are the key factors to consider:

• Heat and humidity resistance: Reliable operation in temperatures up to 100°C and humidity over 90%.

• Customizable length: Easily trimmed to fit any sauna layout.

• Energy efficient: Low power consumption with up to 135 lumens per watt output.

• Smart control options: Compatible with smart home systems and features adjustable brightness.

• Warm white lighting: Provides even, high-quality lighting for a soothing atmosphere.

Our sauna LED strip lights also perform well in outdoor environments. Whether illuminating a commercial sauna or a private steam room, this LED lighting solution can withstand the high humidity and temperature fluctuations common in outdoor environments, providing consistent, bright illumination.

What color temperature should I choose for my sauna LED strip lights?

The color temperature of the LED strip determines the color of the light in the sauna.

For most home saunas designed for relaxation and comfort, warm light (2700K – 3000K) is usually the best choice. The soft warmth of this hue will create a cozy environment where you can relax and unwind. This lighting helps to create a calm and pleasant atmosphere, which is essential for promoting relaxation and tranquility.

Warm light has a calming effect that helps reduce stress and tension, making your sauna session more soothing and rejuvenating. Warm colors enhance the ambiance, providing a sense of comfort and well-being, which is essential for relaxing after a long day. This type of lighting also tends to be friendlier to the eyes, preventing harsh glare and creating a more pleasant overall experience.

By choosing warm LED strip lighting for your sauna, you can create a cozy atmosphere that will allow you to enjoy a longer, more enjoyable sauna and take full advantage of the benefits it has to offer. Whether you want to relax, meditate, or just get away from the stresses of everyday life, warm light is perfect for enhancing the sauna experience.

If you want less yellow tint in your light, you can choose from the 3000K to 3500K color temperature range. LED strips in this color temperature range emit a light yellow light with more of a white tint, which is popular in modern saunas.

However, please avoid installing LED strips with high color temperatures that have a blue tint, such as 5000K or above. These color temperatures are not suitable for saunas as they won’t help add a relaxing feel to the atmosphere.

If you prefer color, you can install RGB LED light strips in your sauna. With these strips, you can add multiple light colors to your space.RGB LED strips combine the primary colors of red, green, and blue to produce millions of hues.

You can also use RGB LED strips in saunas to create ambiance through remote-controlled lighting. In addition, many spas also use colored lights in their saunas. If you are having a romantic spa date with your partner, these colored lights in the sauna will surely brighten up your moment.

Where can sauna LED strip lights be installed?

Generally speaking, where to install a sauna LED strip lights are a matter of personal preference, but there are still some factors to consider when it comes to installing the right lights in saunas and steam rooms.

Different sauna areas have different levels of light in contact with heat and moisture. For example, a light fixture in a sauna lavatory will not face the heat of a sauna steam room. Similarly, steam saunas and dry air saunas have different levels of humidity. Therefore, the following lighting requirements need to be considered when installing luminaires in different areas of the sauna:

Steam Rooms

Steam rooms can have humidity levels as high as 100%. Therefore, you must use waterproof luminaires that can withstand water vapor and moisture. Temperature considerations are the main factor here. The luminaires you use must be resistant to temperatures of at least 90°C to 100°C.

Avoid installing lamps that are directly exposed to hot steam from sauna heaters. Even if the lights are heat-resistant, don’t overexpose them to high temperatures to ensure safety. The best option is to install horizontal fixtures in the center of the wall. LED strips are great for this type of lighting, but you can also use bar lighting. Also, glass-sealed recessed lights are very commonly used in sauna ceilings. However, the safest options for steam rooms are ceramic base lights or stainless steel or aluminum heat-resistant fixtures.

Dry Air Saunas

Dry air saunas are hotter than steam room saunas. However, dry air saunas have lower humidity levels compared to steam saunas. Your lamps must be highly heat resistant to withstand the high temperatures. For Finnish saunas, ceramic base lamps are essential.

Sauna Washroom

Sauna lavatories, like regular bathrooms, do not experience high temperatures. Therefore, the equipment is sufficient as long as it can withstand the temperature of the hot bath. However, you need to check the IP rating of the bathroom. Divide the bathroom into four zones and install equipment appropriate for that zone.

Zone 0: Inside the bath or shower, at least IP67, completely immersion-proof.

Zone 1: Space directly above the shower or bathtub, area above the bathtub up to a height of 2.25 m above the floor, IP65 rating recommended.

Zone 2: Space around the bathtub, 0.6 m from the bathtub perimeter, 2.25 m above the floor, taking into account the washbasin and surrounding area, minimum IP54.

Zone 3: Anywhere outside zones 0, 1, and 2, not exposed to water flow, waterproofing is not essential.

Summary

Sauna lighting is an important aspect of creating a relaxing and healthy atmosphere. It is vital to consider the location, level, and type of protection and safety precautions required for hot and humid environments for the lighting used. By following best practices and choosing the right lighting options, you can enhance the sauna experience, longevity, and overall enjoyment.

For this reason, the best option is to choose SignliteLED sauna LED strip lights. Our fixtures can withstand temperatures from -25°C to 100°C. So whether you have a traditional sauna, you’ll be able to enjoy your sauna for years to come. So whether you have a traditional sauna or an infrared sauna, we have the right product for your needs.