Summary of "How To Add Near Infrared To ANY Far Infrared Sauna (for $100 bucks) - NIR FIR Sauna Hack"

Key Wellness and Productivity Tips from the Video

“How To Add Near Infrared To ANY Far Infrared Sauna (for $100 bucks) - NIR FIR Sauna Hack”

The video provides a detailed, budget-friendly tutorial on how to add near-infrared (NIR) therapy to any far-infrared (FIR) sauna for around $100-$150. This enhances sauna benefits without the need to buy expensive combined NIR/FIR saunas.

Wellness Strategy: Adding Near-Infrared Therapy to Far-Infrared Saunas

Objective: Combine near-infrared photobiomodulation therapy with existing far-infrared saunas affordably and conveniently.
Cost: Approximately $100-$150, significantly cheaper than $2,000-$3,000 commercial NIR/FIR saunas.
Benefits:
- Avoids uncomfortable tent-style NIR saunas.
- Enhances sauna experience with NIR therapy without compromising comfort or aesthetics.
- Customizable to any sauna brand or size.

Self-Care & Installation Methodology

Parts Needed

Flush mount receptacles (can light fixtures)
Near-infrared heat lamp bulbs (recommended brands: Ruby Lux, Philips)
Extension pods for mounting bulbs (various lengths depending on sauna size)
Leviton outlet plugs for wiring
Clickable outlet switches with remote control for easy on/off inside the sauna
Optional: wire nuts, tape, drill, screws

Installation Steps

Mount flush receptacles in the sauna ceiling corners near the front for optimal bulb positioning.
Drill a small hole (~1/4 inch) to pass wires through.
Wire the receptacle to the Leviton outlet plug (two-wire, no ground).
Use remote-controlled clickable outlet switches to control power to bulbs from inside the sauna.
Attach extension pods to receptacles and screw in NIR bulbs.
Adjust bulb length based on sauna size:
- Shorter extensions for small saunas to keep bulbs at a safe distance.
- Longer extensions for larger saunas to provide effective exposure.
Angle bulbs using ball-spool mounts to target specific body areas.

Safety Tips

Bulbs get extremely hot; avoid direct contact or bumping into them.

Use shorter extensions in smaller saunas to prevent burns.

Remote control switches prevent the need to exit sauna to turn bulbs on/off.

Be cautious with children around the bulbs.

This is a custom modification, not endorsed by sauna manufacturers—proceed at your own risk.

Productivity & Practical Considerations

Electrical Load

Each bulb is approximately 250 watts; two bulbs add 500 watts total.
Check your sauna’s circuit amperage before installation:
- 15 amp circuits may trip breakers if combined wattage exceeds limits.
- Dedicated 20 amp circuits are preferable for safe operation.
Calculate total wattage (sauna + bulbs) and stay within ~90% of circuit capacity.

EMF Exposure

Bulbs emit minor electric fields raising body voltage slightly (~600 millivolts).
No significant magnetic fields emitted.
EMF exposure is generally lower than that from most far-infrared saunas.
For EMF-sensitive individuals (EHS), bulbs can be turned off easily.
Advanced EMF mitigation possible by building a grounded metal mesh Faraday cage around bulbs (requires custom fixture).

Summary of Recommendations

Use the parts list in the YouTube description to source all components.
Install bulbs in corners near the front of the sauna for flexibility.
Use remote-controlled outlets for safety and convenience.
Choose bulb length/extensions based on sauna size to avoid burns.
Confirm your electrical circuit can handle the added load.
Consider EMF exposure minimal but manageable; turn off bulbs when not needed.
This DIY solution offers an affordable, customizable way to add NIR therapy to any FIR sauna.

Presenters / Source

The video is presented by an experienced sauna enthusiast and DIYer (name not specified in subtitles). All technical advice and installation instructions come from the presenter’s personal experiments and testing over several months.