ProSaunas Alder 2x6 Sauna Bench Wood is alder lumber, milled smooth on all four sides with eased edges, which ProSaunas recommends for sauna surfaces and will remain comfortable to the touch even in the extreme heat of a sauna. Each piece is 1.1 in thick and 5.51 in wide and is sold by the piece in 1 ft, 9 ft and 10 ft lengths.
Why alder for a sauna?
ProSaunas selects alder with a light color and a subtle grain pattern. ProSaunas describes alder as durable and naturally water resistant, with a uniform pore structure and even color, and its low heat conductivity keeps it comfortable to the touch in a hot sauna.
Smooth four sides, eased edges
ProSaunas mills this 2x6 smooth on all four sides (S4S) and eases the edges, softening them for comfort against bare skin. ProSaunas recommends it for sauna surfaces and will remain comfortable to the touch even in the extreme heat of a sauna.
Nominal 2x6 vs. actual size
"2x6" is the nominal size: the piece's size when it is cut from the log, before drying and surfacing. The finished piece is 1.1 in thick and 5.51 in wide.
Matching paneling, bench wood and trim
Most saunas are built in one wood. Alder Sauna Wood collects every Alder paneling profile, bench size and trim piece, so the paneling and trim can be matched to this bench wood. Sauna Bench Wood lists every bench wood profile in all species.
Cleaning and care
ProSaunas recommends wiping benches, walls and floors with a mild detergent solution to remove sweat, oils and dirt, and ventilating the sauna after each use so moisture does not build up and lead to mold or mildew.