ProSaunas Thermo-Aspen 1x2 Sauna T-Molding is T-molding in thermally modified aspen. It measures 0.67 in thick and 1.26 in wide and is sold by the piece in 1 ft and 8 ft lengths.
What is thermally modified aspen?
Thermo-Aspen is aspen treated with heat, steam and pressure. ProSaunas describes the process as chemical-free and says it leaves the wood less prone to warping, twisting and shrinking, less absorbent of moisture and quicker to dry, and less susceptible to fungal decay and rot. The treatment often gives the wood a richer, darker color.
ProSaunas selects straight-grained Thermo-Aspen with a uniform texture and describes its color as golden brown; it does not secrete resin, splinter or overheat.
What is T-molding used for?
ProSaunas sells this T-shaped profile as T-molding trim to add a finished look to a sauna project.
Nominal 1x2 vs. actual size
"1x2" is the nominal size: the piece's size when it is cut from the log, before drying and surfacing. The finished piece is 0.67 in thick and 1.26 in wide.
Matching paneling, bench wood and trim
Most saunas are built in one wood. Thermo-Aspen Sauna Wood collects every Thermo-Aspen paneling profile, bench size and trim piece, so the paneling and bench wood can be matched to this trim. Sauna Trim lists every trim 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.