Off-Season Sauna Care and Storage
If you use a sauna seasonally, a little off-season care keeps it fresh. Here is how to clean, dry and protect a sauna when it will sit unused for a while.
The Almanac · Cluster
Cleaning, care and seasonal upkeep that keep a sauna hygienic, good-smelling and safe through years of use.
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If you use a sauna seasonally, a little off-season care keeps it fresh. Here is how to clean, dry and protect a sauna when it will sit unused for a while.
Sweat and water stains on sauna wood lift out with cleaning and light sanding, since the wood is bare. Here is how to remove sauna stains safely.
Sauna smells come from sweat soaked into wood and trapped moisture. Here is how to remove odours and stop them coming back with cleaning and drying.
A periodic deep clean tackles the benches, floor, drain, stones and heater area. Here is a step-by-step deep clean to keep a sauna fresh and hygienic.
Clean a sauna with warm water, mild sauna cleaner and good drying — never harsh chemicals or a sealant. A simple routine and deep-clean method that works.
Wipe and dry a sauna after each use, clean it properly weekly, and deep-clean monthly. Here is a simple cleaning schedule to keep a sauna fresh.
A sauna glass door collects water spots and film. Here is how to clean tempered sauna glass streak-free with gentle, sauna-safe methods.
A barrel sauna needs its bands re-tensioned as the wood moves, plus the usual cleaning and drying. Here is how to maintain a barrel sauna and its staves.