Commercial Tanning Beds — Offers Low to High Pressure Tanning Bed Technology

Commercial tanning beds are enabling affordable professional tanning salons to crop up as fast as drive-thru restaurants. A commercial tanning bed is a controllable way to obtain that healthy bronze glow that is so attractive year-round. (If you are looking to open up your own tanning salon please visit our featured resources above to learn about high pressure tanning beds and the latest in indoor tanning technology).

How it Works

Commercial tanning booths and beds make use of low-pressure 100 – 220 watt fluorescent bulbs that emit ultraviolet, or UV, light that mimics the sun’s rays. UV light stimulates the production of melanin, a color-producing agent in the skin. The controlled environment of a tanning bed allows the skin to produce melanin gradually, without the risk of the sunburn one could experience in a day at the beach. Melanin can then offer some natural sunburn protection, which should be supplemented with the application of sunscreen with an SPF rating of at least 15 for additional outdoor exposure.

Low, Medium & High Pressure Beds

More advanced tanning technology makes use of medium-pressure beds, which are low-pressure beds with the addition of higher-wattage facial lamps. High pressure tanning beds use quartz lamps with higher wattages, 300 - 2,200 watts. One type isn’t necessarily better than another—each tans with a slightly different process.

Wolff Tanning Beds

Wolff tanning beds have set the gold standard for tanning equipment quality since 1978. If you’re a salon owner, you can purchase Wolff beds through our top-of-the-line providers of commercial tanning equipment like ETS SunVision; Ergoline is another quality tanning bed maker. Before making a decision, look for dependability, ease of operation, the latest in safety features, state-of-the-art technology, a solid warranty and expert advice.

If you’re looking for the safest path to a sexy tan, make sure the staff at the salon you are considering is professional and knowledgeable about tanning and the salon meets U.S. Food and Drug Administration standards. Make your quest for that beautiful tan fun and safe.