Maintenance
Outdoor sauna maintenance
Routine cleaning, drying, stone care, chimney and seasonal inspection to keep an outdoor sauna serviceable for years.
How to Maintain a Sauna Heater for Maximum Lifespan
Simple, regular care — stones, cleaning, ventilation and early fixes — that keeps a sauna heater efficient, safe and long-lasting.
Fixing Bad Smells in a Sauna
Musty, sweaty or smoky? Find the cause — usually moisture — then clean, dry and ventilate.
Sauna Wood Care: Keeping Interior and Exterior Timber Sound
Inspect, clean and (for the exterior) protect the timber — the right care for each surface.
Protecting the Exterior Wood of an Outdoor Sauna
Finishes, overhangs, drainage and inspection — keeping weather-facing timber sound.
Drying a Sauna After Use: The Habit That Prevents Everything
Open the vent and door after every session — the cheapest, most powerful sauna care there is.
How Often Should Sauna Stones Be Replaced?
Signs stones need replacing, how to load them correctly, and why the right stones matter.
Sauna Door and Hardware Maintenance
A door that seals and swings freely holds heat and lasts — a little hinge and seal care goes far.
Checking a Sauna for Rot and Damage
Catch rot early — check where moisture lingers, act on soft or discoloured wood before it spreads.
Sauna Bench and Floor Care: Keeping Them Fresh and Safe
Towels, drying, duckboards and light sanding — care for the surfaces you sit and stand on.