Sauna panel cedar

Sauna panel in cedar

Cedar panel made of cedar wood is one of the world's most historic and sought after wood species. Cedar trees grow naturally in large parts of the Mediterranean, and since ancient times have been used by humans for a wide variety of purposes. Its distinctive appearance and scent are often considered to give a feeling that cannot be recreated with any other material.

Cedar wood is a unique maintenance-free wood type

Due to the natural resistance to rot and the persistence of changing climates, it has become popular to manufacture sauna panels in cedar. The wood type is also easy to process and rarely loses its shape. Although cedar can benefit from regular treatment, at least by maintaining its original appearance, many have come to appreciate the more grayish appearance that over time characterizes untreated cedar panels.

Cedar wood has a high natural oil content

The reason why it is considered maintenance-free is that cedar wood contains relatively large amounts of natural oils. Therefore, cedar has the unique ability to simply keep itself fresh and healthy. As wood is a living material, it can be really exciting to see how it adapts and changes based on the circumstances in one's own sauna . Compared to other types of wood, cedar is as maintenance-free as natural materials can be.