Cleaning & Maintenance Guide for Infrared & Traditional Saunas

Regular cleaning and maintenance will help keep your sauna looking its best, maintain a fresh and hygienic environment, and protect the natural timber for years to come. As sauna interiors are manufactured using natural wood, harsh chemicals and excessive amounts of water should never be used.

After Every Use

Allow the sauna to cool down completely before carrying out any cleaning. Leave the door open after use to allow the interior to ventilate and any remaining moisture to evaporate naturally.

Wipe down benches, backrests and other areas that have come into contact with the body using a clean, soft, slightly damp cloth. Using a towel while inside the sauna can also help reduce perspiration and moisture being absorbed into the timber.

Cleaning the Timber

For general cleaning, use a soft cloth with warm water. For areas requiring additional cleaning, use a small amount of mild, wood-safe soap diluted with water.

Avoid saturating the timber. The cloth should be damp rather than wet, and any excess moisture should be wiped away immediately.

Never use bleach, abrasive cleaners, strong detergents, bathroom cleaners, solvents or pressure/steam cleaners, as these may stain, discolour or damage the natural timber.

Removing Marks & Stains

Over time, natural timber may develop minor marks from regular use. Light surface marks can usually be cleaned with a damp cloth.

More persistent marks may be carefully treated using very fine-grit sandpaper, working gently in the direction of the wood grain. Only remove the minimum amount of material necessary.

Always test any cleaning or sanding method on a small, inconspicuous area first.

Traditional Sauna Heater & Stones

Always ensure the sauna heater is switched off, completely cool and isolated from the electrical supply before cleaning around it.

Never pour cleaning products onto the heater or sauna stones.

Periodically inspect sauna stones for signs of deterioration, cracking or crumbling. Any damaged stones should be replaced, and loose stone fragments or debris should be carefully removed once the heater is completely cold.

Infrared Sauna Heaters

Infrared heating panels should only be cleaned when the sauna is switched off and completely cool.

Use a clean, soft, dry or very lightly damp cloth to remove dust from accessible surfaces. Never spray water or cleaning products directly onto infrared panels, electrical components, controls, lighting or connections.

Glass

Sauna glass can be cleaned using a soft microfibre cloth and a suitable glass cleaner. Apply the cleaner to the cloth rather than spraying directly inside the sauna, particularly near timber, heaters and electrical components.

Dry the glass afterwards to help prevent streaks and water marks.

Floors

Vacuum or sweep the sauna floor regularly to remove dust, hair and debris. Removable wooden floor sections can be taken out where the sauna design allows and cleaned separately.

Avoid allowing water to pool underneath the sauna or wooden floor sections.

Ventilation

Good airflow is important for both hygiene and the longevity of your sauna.

After each session, leave the sauna door open for a period of time to allow the cabin to dry and ventilate thoroughly. Keep ventilation openings clear of dust and obstructions.

Important

Natural timber will gradually change in appearance and colour when exposed to heat, moisture and regular use. This is a normal characteristic of natural wood and forms part of the sauna's ageing process.

Regular, gentle cleaning is always preferable to occasional aggressive cleaning.

Never soak the sauna interior or use a hose, pressure washer or steam cleaner. Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive cleaning products, and never spray liquids directly onto heaters or electrical components.