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MAINTAINING YOUR SAUNA AFTER INSTALLATION
Interior
It is recommended to vacuum or sweep out the inside of your sauna frequently to remove dirt and other debris.
Under normal conditions, a slight wash of the floor and benches with warm soapy water several times a year will maintain
its cleanliness. You can use a sheet of fine grit sandpaper or a low pressure wash to remove more stubborn stains or for a
deeper cleaning of the interior of your sauna.
Never use ammonia or harsh cleaners as they can turn the wood gray.
Exterior
Depending on the humidity and weather conditions in your area, the cedar will either shrink or expand based on the
amount of moisture absorption. The desired effect is to have the cedar expand into the bands therefore making the sauna
staves much tighter.
Over time the lumber will weather naturally as a result of sun and rain, it will change into a weathered grey colour. This
natural weathering will not harm the wood or impair the sauna’s performance.
If you wish to retain the natural color of your Dundalk Leisurecraft Sauna, there are many cedar stains on the market and
almost as many opinions as to which is best.
We encourage you to rely on your own research and referrals.
Recommended Stains Include:
Behr Premium Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Stain & Sealer
Sikkens Proluxe Cetol SRD Translucent Stain
https://www.realcedar.com/outdoor/finishing-choices/
Note: never treat the interior of the Sauna, and never apply paint or varnish to the exterior.
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