Description

These alder bench boards are milled to a true 2x6 profile (28mm × 140mm) with smooth faces on all four sides and eased edges — a finish known in the trade as S4SEE. The eased edges remove the sharp corners that standard lumber leaves behind, which matters on a bench surface where bare skin is in direct contact with the wood for extended periods.

Alder is a traditional sauna hardwood valued for its even grain, consistent color, and low resin content. Low resin means the wood stays comfortable to the touch even as the room heats up, and it won't leave residue on skin or textiles. The boards are available in ten lengths from 1 foot through 10 feet, so you can plan your bench layout to minimize waste and avoid unnecessary mid-span joints.

Key Features

• 28mm × 140mm (2×6) profile — substantial thickness that resists flex and supports comfortable bench construction without additional framing tricks.
• Smooth 4 Sides, Eased Edges (S4SEE) — all faces are planed and corners are relieved so no sanding or edge-breaking is required before installation.
• Alder species — low resin content keeps the surface comfortable at sauna temperatures and prevents the sticky, aromatic bleed that can occur with resinous softwoods.
• Ten lengths available (1 ft – 10 ft) — allows you to match your bench run precisely and keep seams where you want them structurally, not where the lumber forces them.

1'

• 292mm finished length

2'

• Approximately 610mm finished length

3'

• Approximately 914mm finished length

4'

• Approximately 1219mm finished length

5'

• Approximately 1524mm finished length

6'

• Approximately 1829mm finished length

7'

• Approximately 2134mm finished length

8'

• Approximately 2438mm finished length

9'

• Approximately 2743mm finished length

10'

• Approximately 3048mm finished length

SHIPPING & DELIVERY

Sauna wood is not free shipping. Length, piece count, profile, and weight set the rate. These are the Bathing Brands contiguous-US flat rates. Canada is the same table plus $100. Alaska, Hawaii, and remote addresses are quoted.

Checkout charges the 8' piece-count table (contiguous US). Canada is the same table plus $100. Boards over 8' use that same checkout rate; dock or liftgate extras are a follow-up. Alaska, Hawaii, and remote addresses are quoted.

BOARDS UP TO 8'

Under 40 pieces generally ships FedEx Ground in cardboard. Over 40 pieces generally ships LTL with a liftgate on a wood pallet. The longest board in the order sets the rate tier.

• Under 19 boards — $195
• 20–39 boards — $395
• 40–99 boards — $495
• 100–299 boards — $695
• 300–499 boards — $895
• 500–799 boards — $995
• 800–999 boards — $1,295

BOARDS OVER 8' UP TO 10'

These lengths ship LTL on a wood pallet. They do not qualify for a liftgate — you need a dock, machinery, or hand offload on site. Carriers allow about one hour to unload before extra fees.

• Under 19 boards — $295
• 20–39 boards — $495
• 40–99 boards — $595
• 100–299 boards — $795
• 300–499 boards — $995
• 500–799 boards — $1,095
• 800–999 boards — $1,395

HOW THIS SHIPS

• We pack for a safe arrival at the lowest rate that fits the order.
• Boards over 8' carry a surcharge because long crates cost more to move than a standard skid.
• Heaters, doors, or accessories on the same order can offset some of that freight.