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Cedar barrel sauna exterior with open stain cans and a brush on the steps
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Sauna exterior wood stain vs paint: which should you use?

Stain or paint your outdoor sauna? We compare durability, cost ($15, $60/gal), maintenance cycles, and which finish actually protects cedar and pine long-term.

Read: Sauna exterior wood stain vs paint: which should you use?