Wood & Materials
Every Timber Sauna Co. build starts with real wood — no laminate, no veneer, no guessing what you're getting. We offer three tiers of exterior and interior wood so you can dial in the look, durability, and budget that's right for your space. Every tier is priced transparently up front; no hidden upcharges after you've already committed.
Exterior Wood Options
| Tier | Wood | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 — Included Standard | Knotty Cedar | Our standard exterior finish, included in every base price. Naturally rot- and insect-resistant, classic knotty grain. |
| Tier 2 | Thermo Pine (Knotty, Cutek finish) | Thermally modified for enhanced weather resistance and dimensional stability. |
| Tier 2 | Thermo Spruce (Knotty, Cutek finish) | Thermally modified spruce with the Cutek protective finish. |
| Tier 3 | Clear Cedar | Premium clear-grade cedar — minimal knots, refined appearance. |
| Tier 3 | Thermo Radiata Pine (Clear) | Clear-grade thermally modified radiata pine for a smooth, modern look. |
| Custom | Yakisugi (Charred Wood) | Traditional Japanese charred-wood technique, available as a custom/inspiration option. |
| Special Order | Ash, hemlock & more | Additional species available by special order — talk to us about your vision. |
Interior Wood Options
| Tier | Wood | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 — Included | Knotty Cedar | Our standard interior finish, included in every base price. Warm tone, classic sauna aroma. |
| Tier 2 | Thermo Pine (Knotty) | Thermally modified pine for improved heat and moisture stability inside the hot room. |
| Tier 2 | Thermo Spruce (Knotty) | Thermally modified spruce, a durable step up from standard cedar. |
| Tier 3 | Thermo Aspen (Clear) | Clear-grade aspen — low resin content, cool to the touch, a favorite for benches. |
| Tier 3 | Magnolia (Clear) | Clear-grade magnolia with a smooth, bright interior finish. |
| Tier 3 | Clear Cedar | Premium clear-grade cedar interior for a refined, knot-free finish. |
Why It Matters
Wood tier affects both the look and the long-term performance of your sauna. Tier 1 gets you a beautiful, durable sauna at our lowest starting price. Tiers 2 and 3 add refinement, weather performance, or a specific aesthetic you're after — and every price difference is shown up front in our online configurator before you order, not buried in a quote you have to request. Compare that to builders who require a sales call just to learn your price.
Ready to see it on your model? Use the wood selector inside any product's configurator to preview real pricing for every tier, or get in touch if you're custom-ordering a special species.