How to Turn Your Shower into a Sauna: The Elegant, Enclosed Sanctuary You Didn't Know You Needed

Looking for a way to turn your unused shower into something extraordinary? Whether you're tight on space or simply craving a private wellness ritual that doesn't require demolition, the SaunaSpace Shower Sauna Conversion Kit delivers a remarkably elegant solution. It's not a compromise. It's an ingenious reimagining of what's possible with the space you already have.

With full-spectrum infrared therapy, zero EMF exposure, and a beautiful enclosure that transforms any standard bathtub-sized shower into a cocoon of radiant calm, this is the ultimate space-savvy sanctuary.

What You’ll Discover in This Article

• Why so many people are searching for shower sauna solutions
• How infrared therapy works, and why it matters
• What makes the SaunaSpace Conversion Kit different
• Step-by-step: how to transform your shower into a sauna
• How it feels inside the enclosed curtain sanctuary
• The benefits: from detox to relaxation to mitochondrial renewal
• Who it's perfect for (and what setups it works best with)
• How to store it away when not in use

The Rising Search for Shower Sauna Solutions

Not everyone has room for a sauna, but everyone deserves a sanctuary.

A growing number of people are searching for ways to turn their showers into saunas, and for good reason. Many are working with tight spaces, whether it’s a compact apartment, a guest bath, or a historic home with limited layout options. Others are embracing a modern minimalist lifestyle: prioritizing intentional design, small-footprint living, or even building out beautifully efficient tiny homes. 

Infrared therapy supports detoxification, reduces stress, boosts circulation, and enhances energy, but not everyone has the space or budget for a full sauna setup, even a small-footprint model like our FireLight® Sauna.

That’s where the Shower Sauna Conversion Kit comes in. It’s designed for the ultra-efficient, the creatively constrained, or anyone looking to repurpose an underused bathroom into something intentional and healing.

You don’t need to renovate or give up square footage. With this kit, your existing shower becomes a full-spectrum retreat: portable, beautifully enclosed, and optimized for radiant transformation.

Understanding Infrared Therapy

More than just heat: light your body understands.

Unlike traditional steam saunas, infrared saunas use specific wavelengths of light to heat the body directly, rather than just warming the air. SaunaSpace’s FireLight® bulbs deliver true full-spectrum infrared, peaking in the near-infrared range for optimal cellular activation. This range is associated with:

• Mitochondrial stimulation (your cellular energy engines)
• Increased circulation and oxygenation
• Collagen production and skin renewal
• Reduced inflammation
• Faster muscle recovery and pain relief

And because FireLight® technology is completely free of flicker and EMFs, you can soak in the benefits without absorbing any energetic noise.

Why the SaunaSpace Conversion Kit Is Different

Not a hack. Not a compromise. A refined, complete experience.

Most DIY sauna hacks fall short. They’re clunky, cluttered, or emit plastic fumes when heated. The SaunaSpace Shower Sauna Conversion Kit is different by design. Crafted from raw, sustainably harvested American basswood, GOTS-certified organic cotton canvas, and stainless steel, every component is thoughtfully made with your health and your home in mind.

It fits seamlessly into most bathtub-shower combos (minimum 41” floor length), requires no tools, and stores flat when not in use. It’s not just easy to assemble, it’s beautiful to use.

At the core are four FireLight® bulbs, housed in a grounded, EMF-free Hearth Panel that sits atop a matching basswood pedestal, angled to align with your core. A simple, ergonomic stool supports a relaxed posture for full-body exposure to the light.

But what makes this setup feel truly immersive is the ingenious curtain enclosure. Two telescoping stainless steel rods stretch across the top of your shower enclosure—one along the back wall, the other across the open side—suspending an oversized organic cotton canvas curtain. The result is a softly enclosed capsule, with coverage above and along the exposed side. Your existing tile or fiberglass walls naturally form the other sides, while the tub beneath helps hold in warmth.

The effect? A softly enclosed retreat, where radiant heat builds and distractions fade. It’s not just a cover, it’s a spatial transformation. With no synthetic off-gassing, no EMFs, and no visual clutter, this system turns your bathroom into a full-spectrum sanctuary—graceful, grounded, and fully contained.

How to Transform Your Shower into a Sauna

From box to bliss in minutes.

Installation Requirements:

• Fits most full-size bathtub enclosures
• Minimum of 41 inches of bath floor length
• Best for tile, porcelain, fiberglass, or inert materials
• Not compatible with PVC-lined stalls or small 3/4 showers

Set-Up Steps:

1. Place the Pedestal in the rear of the tub and secure the Hearth Panel.
2. Position the stool 18–30 inches in front of the panel.
3. Extend and install the curtain rods across the shower opening.
4. Snap on the organic cotton curtain.
5. Plug in the grounded FireLight® Hearth.
6. Allow the space to reach at least 100°F for optimal experience.

A Fully Enclosed Infrared Sanctuary

Step inside. Feel the shift.

Once the curtain is drawn, the atmosphere changes. Light glows. Heat builds. Sound fades. The organic cotton canvas traps warmth while remaining breathable and non-toxic. The fully enclosed space retains heat efficiently while keeping the session clean and contained. No steam. No synthetic smells. No EMF interference.

This enclosure isn’t just practical, it’s transformative. It creates a defined ritual space, turning your daily detox into a sensory, soul-soothing experience.

All the Benefits of a Full Sauna, None of the Bulk

Small footprint. Deep healing.

Because the kit includes the same FireLight® technology used in SaunaSpace's larger models, you receive the full therapeutic benefits:

• Detoxification through deep sweating
• Nervous system regulation and stress relief
• Enhanced circulation and oxygen delivery
• Lymphatic activation and immune support
• Hormetic resilience from mild, controlled heat stress
• Skin and collagen renewal
• Cellular rejuvenation at the mitochondrial level

Learn more in our full guide to infrared sauna benefits.

Who It’s For, And What Setups Work Best

Perfect for minimalist homes, guest bathrooms, and anyone rethinking space.

If you’ve been dreaming of a sauna but figured you just don’t have the space, or assumed it required demolition, carpentry, or custom plumbing, you’re not alone. Most people searching for ways to convert a shower into a sauna are trying to solve a real problem: How can I experience the benefits of sauna therapy without adding square footage or losing a room of my home?

The Shower Sauna Conversion Kit was designed with exactly that challenge in mind. It’s perfect for apartment dwellers, renters, and homeowners looking to repurpose a little-used bathroom into a healing ritual space. With no tools required and no permanent changes to your home, it offers full-spectrum infrared therapy in the most compact and flexible footprint we offer.

The kit works beautifully with:

• Standard full-length bathtub-shower combos (41" minimum floor length)
• Tile, fiberglass, or porcelain surfaces
• Grounded electrical outlets (outlet tester included)

It’s not compatible with smaller stalls or PVC-lined showers, so be sure to measure your space before ordering.

And if you're curious about other compact sauna options beyond the shower, SaunaSpace also offers freestanding, fully enclosed models that require just over four feet of space at the entrance, and taper to only 24 inches at the back, making them ideal for corners. Like the Shower Sauna Conversion Kit, these full saunas are portable, tool-free, and handcrafted with the same FireLight® infrared technology and grounded EMF shielding.

To explore the full collection, visit our Sauna Builder. All models share the same core benefits: deep detoxification, cellular rejuvenation, and a sanctuary-like experience, without synthetic materials, EMFs, or compromise.

Easy to Dismantle, Store, and Move

From ritual to invisible in minutes.

The beauty of this setup isn’t just in how it feels, it’s in how effortlessly it disappears. When your session ends, you can break down the entire system in under five minutes:

• Remove the Hearth and Pedestal
• Unsnap and fold the curtain
• Disassemble the stool
• Leave the rods in place—or slide them out and stash them

Everything stores flat in a closet, under a bed, or inside the included travel bags. The curtain is machine-washable. The total kit weighs just over 40 lbs and ships in three compact boxes.

For minimalists, this is the stuff of dreams: a full-spectrum sanctuary that vanishes when you're done, no footprint, no compromise, no trace. Just pure, radiant ritual, on your terms.

Ready to Turn Your Shower Into a Sanctuary? Explore the Shower Sauna Conversion KitBrian Richards and discover how effortless, elegant, and healing your space can become.