Know the existing finish.
Check that the wood is suitable, dry and absorbent. Existing coatings may need removal or specific preparation. Follow the technical data sheet rather than simply oiling over an unknown finish.
Sauna wood care
Outdoor useSauna exterior wood
LIVOS SAUNA & EXTERIOR OILS
LIVOS SAUNA & EXTERIOR OILSOriginal LIVOS 2.5 L Walnut packaging. Check the colour on your own sauna wood.
For the love of wood.By LIVOS
LIVOS · For sauna exteriors
LIVOS ALIS 579 Exterior sauna wood oil
Choose a finish for the exterior wood of your sauna. LIVOS ALIS 579 is a penetrating exterior wood oil for solid-wood cladding and other outdoor timber surfaces. Choose a colour for your sauna walls, then confirm the finish on a sample of your own wood.
Minimum 2 coats recommended
Exterior sauna wood · About 24 hours between coats
Exterior claddingMinimum 2 coats · about 24 hours between
23 coloursTest the finish on your timber
Choose your colour062 Walnut
Colour samples vary with the wood and preparation. Test on your own timber first.
$214.95 CADFor your selected size & colour
Know your finish
Wood oil for the outside of your sauna.
- Sauna exterior use
- For outer sauna walls and solid-wood cladding, following the application guidance for your supplied product. Also suitable for compatible wooden steps or a wooden deck beside the sauna, using the instructions for that surface.
- Wood & preparation
- Start with dry, sound, absorbent wood. Check compatibility with the species and any previous coating; prepare and test the surface before treating the whole sauna.
- Colour & UV
- Choose a pigmented colour for wood exposed to sunlight. 002 Clear provides no UV protection; 004 Natural provides limited UV protection.
- Cladding application
- A minimum of two coats is recommended, with approximately 24 hours after the first application before the second. Let the first coat dry and follow the supplied product instructions; temperature, humidity and absorption affect the interval.
- Ongoing care
- Inspect exposed areas as part of your sauna care routine. Clean and maintain the finish when its condition calls for it; weather, orientation and surface texture affect maintenance needs.
Plan your sauna exterior
How much oil
will your sauna need?
Enter the total wood area you plan to treat.
Add the surfaces to oil; subtract windows and doors.
2–4 Lestimated total for 2 coats (minimum)
Suggested containers1 × 5 L$394.95 CADFor your selected colour
Based on LIVOS Canada’s coverage of 50–100 sq ft per litre for two coats. Suggested containers cover the higher oil estimate. Additional coats require more oil. Wood texture, preparation and absorption affect actual coverage; test a small area first.
Sauna-specific application
Prepare and oil your sauna cladding.
Choose colour on your wood.
Make a test area using the same surface preparation as the whole sauna. Review the dried appearance before you settle on a colour and quantity.
Plan at least two coats.
Apply the first coat following the product instructions, then allow about 24 hours before the second. Confirm that the surface is dry enough to recoat; cooler or more humid conditions can extend the wait.
Before you begin
How to apply ALIS to your sauna wood.
From preparing the timber to the final drying time, follow the steps for your finish. Plan at least two coats with about 24 hours between applications.
A few helpful details
Exterior sauna oil questions.
How long should I wait between coats?
Plan approximately 24 hours after the first coat before applying the second, following the recommendation from the Canadian LIVOS representative. The surface must be ready to recoat; temperature, humidity and wood absorption can change the drying time.
Can I use ALIS 579 on the exterior of a sauna?
ALIS is intended for exterior solid wood, including façades. That makes exterior sauna cladding an appropriate use to assess, provided the timber, preparation and existing finish meet the manufacturer’s instructions. It is not an interior sauna treatment.
Is ALIS only a decking oil?
Although the original product packaging says “Natural Oil for Decking,” LIVOS also specifies exterior façades. This page focuses on outer sauna walls and cladding. Confirm preparation and application for that timber with the instructions supplied for your product.
Which colour should I choose for my sauna exterior?
Choose on the actual wood, not the screen alone. Species, sanding and previous treatments change the result. For sunlight-exposed cladding, consider a pigmented colour: Clear has no UV protection and Natural has limited protection.
How much oil will my outdoor sauna need?
Measure the timber area and note whether it is rough, planed or sanded. Plan for at least two coats, then use the product coverage guidance and a test application to confirm quantity. The calculator estimates the two-coat minimum; additional coats require more oil. Rough or absorbent timber can need more oil than a smooth surface.
Can I use ALIS inside the sauna as well?
Use a finish intended for the interior surface. MELDOS 264 is the LIVOS option here for compatible solid-softwood sauna interiors. Confirm the specific wood and surface before applying it.
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