SaunaShield Exterior Painting Guide
Exterior wood only. Apply at least two coats during assembly. No formal revision printed; source verified September 30, 2026.
A black finish for exterior sauna wood
SaunaShield is a water-based acrylate paint with oils and wax, made to protect exterior wood from weathering. Its flexible, vapor-permeable coating gives the wood a semi-matte black finish.
What is included
One 0.71-gallon (91.3 fl oz) can of black SaunaShield exterior paint. Brushes, rollers and painting labor are not included.
How much paint comes with a SaunaLife black package?
The SaunaLife black SaunaShield packages include the same sauna kit plus paint for application during assembly. Choose the black package on the sauna’s product page when buying a new kit.
- Two cans: E6, E6W, E7, E7W, E7G, E8, E8W, E8G, EE6G, EE8G, CL3G, CL4G, CL5G, CL7G, G3 and GL4.
- Three cans: CL12GCP, G2, G11 and GL6.
Already own one of these saunas? Select quantity 2 or 3 here to match the paint quantity in its black package. Surface condition, application and coverage can affect how much you need. Explore SaunaLife saunas.
Application
Use on exterior wood only. Do not paint the interior, benches or backrests. Follow the painting guide alongside your sauna assembly instructions: paint the shell and separate exterior trim before installing the door, trim and roof covering. Apply at least two coats and allow the paint to dry before final assembly.
Published drying times are 3 hours before recoating and 24 hours to fully dry. Follow the container instructions and allow for site conditions.
Coverage
Published coverage is approximately 116–175 sq ft per can on sawn wood and 232–291 sq ft per can on planed wood. Coverage varies with the surface and application; budget for at least two coats rather than treating a single-coat figure as finished coverage.
Other SaunaShield colors
Prefer another finish? See Dark Grey, Brown and Beige exterior sauna paint.
Why we carry accessories
Accessories Are Great. A Sauna You Actually Use Is Better.
We stock accessories like this one so our sauna and heater customers can get everything for the room in one place. If you already have a sauna you love, welcome. If you are still planning one, or the one you have never quite gets hot enough, take a look at what we really do.
Free shipping for life on accessories
On its own, this ships for $37.95. Put it on the same order as a sauna or heater and it ships free. After that, accessories and materials like this ship free on every order you place with us, for life. Use the same email and we’ll recognize you at checkout.
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