Check species and surface.
Identify the wood and follow the sauna maker’s care recommendations. MELDOS is an option for compatible solid softwoods; it is not a universal finish for every sauna interior.
Sauna wood care
Indoor useSauna interior softwood
LIVOS SAUNA & EXTERIOR OILS
LIVOS SAUNA & EXTERIOR OILSOriginal LIVOS product packaging. Clear to slightly honey-toned; the appearance varies with the wood.
For the love of wood.By LIVOS
LIVOS · For sauna interiors
LIVOS MELDOS 264 Interior sauna wood oil
Bring warmth to the solid softwood inside your sauna. LIVOS MELDOS 264 is an impregnating oil for coniferous woods such as cedar, pine and fir. Its clear to slightly honey-toned finish enriches the grain; choose it for a compatible interior surface after checking your sauna maker’s care instructions.
Minimum 2 coats recommended
Interior sauna softwood · About 24 hours between coats
Sauna interiorsMinimum 2 coats · about 24 hours between
Cedar · pine · firFor solid coniferous wood
Finish002 Clear
Clear oil enhances the natural wood colour.
$184.95 CADFor your selected size & colour
Know your finish
A clear finish for interior sauna softwood.
- Interior sauna use
- For compatible interior solid softwoods, including cedar, pine and fir. Check your sauna maker’s recommendations for the exact surface before treatment.
- Appearance
- Clear to slightly honey-toned, with a pronounced grain-enhancing effect. A clear finish is not invisible: test it on your own timber first.
- Wood limitations
- Do not assume suitability for hardwoods such as basswood, aspen or alder. The manufacturer also excludes wood floors and certain cabinetry applications. Confirm any bench or backrest treatment specifically.
- Sauna application
- A minimum of two coats is recommended, with about 24 hours between applications. Apply and remove surplus oil as directed on the product instructions. Let the first coat dry before recoating, and keep the sauna well ventilated.
- After treatment
- Let the treatment dry completely before using the sauna. The interval between coats is not the same as the final drying time. Follow the supplied product instructions for ventilation and first use.
Plan your sauna interior softwood
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.
1.67 Lestimated total for 2 coats (minimum)
Suggested containers1 × 2.5 L$184.95 CADFor your selected colour
Based on LIVOS Canada’s MELDOS coverage calculator: 5.58 mL per sq ft for the first coat and 2.79 mL per sq ft for the second. For compatible interior solid softwoods; confirm the species and surface first. Additional coats require more oil. Wood texture, preparation and absorption affect actual coverage; test a small area first.
Sauna-specific application
How to oil suitable sauna interior wood.
Apply at least two coats.
Follow the supplied instructions for application and removal of surplus oil. Allow approximately 24 hours after the first coat before applying the second, making sure the surface is ready to recoat.
Finish before you heat.
Give the final coat time to dry completely and ventilate the sauna as instructed. Approximately 24 hours is the planned gap between coats, not a promise that the sauna is ready to use.
Before you begin
How to apply MELDOS 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
Interior sauna oil questions.
Can MELDOS 264 be used inside a sauna?
Yes. LIVOS includes sauna use in its instructions for this interior solid-softwood oil. Follow the sauna-specific application method and check the wood species and surface with your sauna maker.
Is MELDOS suitable for cedar sauna wood?
Cedar is among the softwoods listed for MELDOS, along with pine and fir. Confirm that the surface is solid wood and suitable for treatment, then test a small area to see the colour and absorption.
Can I use it on sauna benches or backrests?
Do not choose by the word “sauna” alone. Bench timber may be a hardwood such as aspen or alder, which falls outside the stated softwood use. Confirm the exact species, surface and recommended treatment with the sauna and oil manufacturers.
Will a clear sauna oil change the wood colour?
Yes. MELDOS can add a slight honey tone and deepen the grain. The effect varies with the timber and preparation. Review a dried sample if you want to preserve a particular look.
How do I apply MELDOS in a sauna?
Plan at least two coats with approximately 24 hours between them, following the Canadian LIVOS representative’s recommendation. Prepare the wood, apply and remove surplus oil as instructed, and allow complete drying and ventilation before sauna use.
Should I add wax, or use MELDOS outside?
Keep the sauna treatment simple and do not add a wax or other topcoat unless it is specifically recommended for your surface. For outdoor sauna cladding, explore ALIS 579 exterior wood oil instead.
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