Typical Features of a Steam Shower
A steam shower can be simply defined as a self-contained enclosure that has the ability to create and trap steam within the enclosed area while also providing a showering facility to wash or rinse down ones body.
However, modern steam showers aim to make home-bathing enjoyable, relaxing and therapeutic. Thus, many new features can be found within the modern steam shower. While the list below is not conclusive it aims to give a summary of the features that are typically found in todays steam shower enclosures:
| Foot massage A foot massage is often an extra feature that combines foot rollers and hydro massage jets to conveniently massage your feet anytime. Instead of rollers, some steam showers have a special area of the floor where hydro massage jets spray water onto the soles of the feet. |  | |
 | Digital control panel Most modern steam showers are fitted with an easy to use control panel in the shower providing quick access to all the steam showers features. Some steam showers may also provide a remote control, which allows the user to select features from outside the cabin such as pre-filling the cabin with steam before entering. | |
| Hand held shower Typically, a steam shower will provide a standard shower head fixed to a slide-rail. This showerhead can easily detach from the slide rail to enable handheld showering, which may be in addition to an overhead shower. |  | |
 | Over head shower rose Also known as a rain forest shower, the shower head is typically larger than a hand held shower and may measure as much as 6 inches in diameter. The overhead shower rose gives the sensation of standing out in a rain fall. | |
| Body jets Body jets can be located above the users head, along the length of the users back or perhaps on the lower legs. Depending on the number of jets and the users water pressure these hydro massage jets may be sprayed in unison or sequentially. |  | |
 | Music & Phone Connection A modern steam shower may have a built-in audio input allowing the steam shower to be connected to a users iPod, MP3 player, CD player or any other external audio device. Some units even allow a user to run a telephone line to the steam shower and make or receive phone calls from the unit. | |
| Radio and speaker Many steam cabins that have audio capability will also have a radio tuner allowing the user to relax to Radio 1 or Classic FM! The user can tune in from the control panel to their favourite radio stations and listen to them from an in built shower speaker. |  | |
 | Steam Generator The steam generator is integral to any steam shower and comes in many designs and styles but all with the same purpose - generating steam. The digital control panel may give the user the option of setting a time limit or temperature limit for automatic shut off of the steam generator. | |
| Aromatherapy An additional feature found in some units allows the user to squeeze a few drops of aromatherapy oil (often plant or tree extracts) onto the steam generator or into a specially designed inlet. The user can then enjoy the aromatherapy scents and physical benefits it can offer. |  | |
 | Thermostatic controller The thermostatic controller is used to select a specific water temperature and should maintain control of the water at the chosen temperature. Some units may provide built in temperature safety for younger users. | |
| Chromotherapy Lighting Chromotherapy has been shown to alter ones emotional state. This is the use of coloured lighting to create a mood or emotional state whilst the user is enjoying a steam shower. |  | |
 | Extractor fan An extractor fan provides ventilation and air circulation as well as enabling the user to clear steam out of the cubicle without opening the doors. | |
| Fluorescent overhead lighting An overhead flourescent light is often included to illuminate the steam shower. The light may surround the overhead shower rose as shown in this image. |  | |