I have heard of a type of wood that comes from Africa that does not hold heat. Does anyone know the name of this wood? If so, have you used it and are there any pointers as to its durability?
2006-12-11 02:54:54 · 9 answers · asked by Building Inspector 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Teak would be the best until you priced it out ---wow!
both redwood and cedar, like teak have naturally occurring oils
that will ensure a long life in such a demanding environment.
With the redwood and cedar plan on spending the extra $$ for "clear"
boards -- free of knots -- it i"ll be easier on the bottom.
2006-12-11 04:01:20 · answer #1 · answered by Walter B 2 · 11⤊ 0⤋
As mentioned, Teak or redwood are the best but you might also try man-made wood! This product is made from recycled plastic and is great in saunas!
2006-12-11 06:15:27 · answer #2 · answered by dr.dave 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had the job of building saunas in a very large resort in the Poconos. The plans called for redwood. The walls, benches, everything were solid redwood. It worked out fine. Now years later the saunas are still going strong, no problems.
2006-12-11 03:00:14 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
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2014-09-29 20:18:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2015-07-26 17:37:24 · answer #5 · answered by Marjorie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My sauna is made from Western Red Cedar, and it is perfect.
2006-12-11 09:00:07 · answer #6 · answered by Rich D 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Nordic White Spruce works well
2006-12-11 02:58:03 · answer #7 · answered by needhelp 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually they use ceadar. it tends to hold up better in weather and wet environments. and of course its also salt treated for outdoor use. treated pine works too but pine will swell when exposed to the elements ceadar wont.
2016-03-13 05:42:59 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Teak, yes its also used to build boats.
2006-12-11 02:56:53 · answer #9 · answered by anissia 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Teak.
2006-12-11 02:57:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋