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So, I actually went ahead and got a home sauna set up here in Shenzhen. Lots of folks might think, “A sauna? In your apartment?” And yeah, it was a bit of a journey, let me tell you.
Figuring Out the Why and Where
Living in Shenzhen, you know how it is. The humidity can be a real killer, always feeling sticky and tired. I’d heard good things about saunas helping with that, just sweating it all out. But the first big question was, where on earth do you put one in a typical Shenzhen apartment? Those things aren’t exactly small.
I looked around my place. The balcony? Maybe, but then there’s the rain and, well, privacy. The bathroom? Already cramped. This wasn’t going to be like those fancy built-in saunas you see in big houses, no way. I knew I had to get creative.
The Hunt and The Choice
I started browsing online, mostly on Taobao, looking for options. Those big wooden cabin types? Absolutely out of the question. My landlord would probably have a fit, and I just didn’t have the square footage. Then I stumbled upon these portable ones, you know, the kind that look like a little tent you sit in, often infrared. That seemed more doable. Less steam to worry about, which is good in an already humid environment, and I figured it would be easier to pack up if I moved.
I didn’t spend ages comparing every single spec. I found one that looked decent, wasn’t crazy expensive, and seemed like it would fit in a corner. So, I just went for it. Clicked ‘buy’, and waited.
Delivery and the “Fun” Part: Setup
The delivery was pretty quick, typical Shenzhen speed. The box arrived, and I was like, “Okay, here we go.” Unpacking it was the first step. I pulled out all the parts. Instructions? Yeah, there were some, mostly pictures and Chinese. I kind of just laid everything out and started piecing it together. It was one of those “how hard can it be?” moments.
I decided to try and set it up in a corner of my living room. Not the most glamorous spot, but it was the only place with enough room and a power outlet nearby. That was another thing – the plug. Of course, it was a type that didn’t immediately fit my sockets. So, off I went to find an adapter. Always something, right?
Putting the actual sauna tent together wasn’t too bad. It was mostly poles and fabric, a bit like a small camping tent. Then connecting the infrared panels. I just followed the vague diagrams and hoped for the best. No smoke, so that was a good sign.
First Impressions and Using It
Finally, it was ready. I switched it on. It started to warm up. I climbed in, zipped it up. It was… an experience. Sitting in a heated fabric box in my living room. Definitely a bit weird at first.
Did it get hot? Oh yeah, it did. I started sweating pretty quickly. It wasn’t exactly like a traditional Finnish sauna with all the steam and intense heat, but it was warm enough. I stayed in for about 15-20 minutes the first time. Felt pretty good afterwards, actually. Kind of like I’d actually done something.
The biggest challenge was what to do immediately after. Stepping out of the sauna and back into the regular Shenzhen air, haha. Sometimes it felt like I was just pre-heating myself for the humidity outside.
Living With My Shenzhen Sauna
I’ve been using it on and off. It’s not an every-single-day thing. Sometimes I’m too tired, or just don’t have the time. Cleaning it is a bit of a wipe-down job, nothing too complex. Storing it, well, it mostly just stays in its corner. It’s not invisible, that’s for sure.
Has it been a game-changer for the Shenzhen fatigue? Maybe a little. It’s nice to have a way to get a deep sweat without having to go to a gym or a spa, especially when you just want to relax at home. It’s a very Shenzhen solution, I think – making do with what you have, finding a compact way to get something done.
Overall, was it worth the effort? I’d say yeah, for me, it was. It’s not perfect, it’s not a luxury escape, but it’s a functional little thing that does what it’s supposed to. And the whole process of figuring it out, getting it set up, that was kind of interesting in itself. Just another little adventure in this city.