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What Is The Most Suitable Sauna Wood?

What Is The Most Suitable Sauna Wood?

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After a challenging year, as you embark on a healthier 2023, you might be considering adding a sauna to your home. But with a plethora of wood options available, the decision can be overwhelming. Hemlock, Basswood, Mahogany, and Red Cedar are common choices for saunas, each with unique attributes. It's crucial to avoid claims of miraculous cures and stick to trusted woods. Hemlock, for instance, is known for its durability, resistance to decay, and suitability for sauna construction. Plus, it's an eco-friendly option that can be customized to your liking. Make your sauna experience your own and say, "Sauna heat pro, that's cool!"

Fir Wood:

Fir Wood boasts a high-quality yellow-white color, strength, and resistance to decay. Its adaptability and unique fragrance make it popular for home and herb industries. It's especially favored in the sauna industry due to its refreshing scent and herbal properties. Sauna Heat Pro Fir Wood is the top choice among customers for saunas.

 

Basswood:

Basswood, a soft hardwood, is favored for saunas due to its light color, fine grain, and ease of work. It resists decay and can handle high temperatures and humidity, making it a budget-friendly choice. Salusheat Basswood, known for its quality, is versatile for both indoor and outdoor use and can be customized to your preferred color, much like Hemlock.

 

Red Cedar Wood:

Red cedar, a softwood, is cherished for its natural oils, resistance to decay, and insects. With a reddish-brown color and unique grain, it's a favored choice for saunas due to its pleasant aroma, mold resistance, and ability to withstand high heat and humidity. While it's pricier than some alternatives, its durability and eco-friendly nature make it a valuable investment. Sauna Heat Pro Red cedar saunas, crafted in the abundant cedar region of British Columbia, emit a unique cedar fragrance and have high medicinal value.

In summary, Hemlock, Basswood, and Red cedar are all excellent sauna construction options. Hemlock is known for its durability and sustainability, Basswood is lightweight and budget-friendly, and Red cedar offers natural resistance to decay and a delightful aroma.

Mahogany:

Mahogany, a hard wood, is highly resistant to decay and termites, making it popular in termite-prone areas. It's robust, ideal for high-end saunas, safe, and environmentally friendly. With a beautiful grain and noble appearance, it's both rare and valuable. While it's an expensive sauna wood, Sauna Heat Pro offers a discount, making it accessible for customers seeking health benefits.

In Summary: 

Sauna Heat Pro customers often choose saunas based on their preferences and needs. For texture and sports recovery, Hemlock, Basswood, and Red cedar are popular choices. Fir and Basswood are ideal for those who prioritize lightweight and affordability. If you value blood circulation, Hemlock, Basswood, and Mahogany/Red cedar saunas all satisfy this requirement.

For outdoor saunas, we offer Fir, Basswood, Mahogany, and Red cedar woods, ranked in terms of durability: Red cedar = Mahogany > Basswood > Fir. All are sturdy and can withstand harsh weather. Basswood and Mahogany are better for heat and moisture resistance without warping or cracking.

In the choice between the 906MH and 906MB sauna models, 906MB uses Basswood and is suitable for covered patio placement. If wood type isn't your primary concern, 906MH offers an all-around sauna experience with an extra heating panel on the front door.

When choosing between Mahogany and Red cedar for an outdoor sauna, consider wood characteristics, aesthetics, maintenance, thermal properties, and pricing. Mahogany is elegant and low-maintenance, while Red cedar has a natural look but may require periodic treatment to maintain its color.

Ultimately, your choice depends on personal preferences, budget, and sauna aesthetics. All our saunas are built to withstand harsh weather conditions, making them great options for outdoor use.

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