Apprentice Training, specialty

Sauna Vapor Barrier & Cedar T&G Paneling

1x4 T&G clear cedar, foil vapor retarder, 1x2 furring strips (16 in O.C.), 2x4 bench cleat

Time: 3 h
People: One
Level

Before you start

Clear 3 × 3 m of floor and lay out the parts.
23 parts and 109 fasteners in 5 steps.
You'll want a screwdrivers and a claw hammer and a tape measure and a drill and a spirit level and a trimming knife.
Never use plastic poly vapor barriers behind sauna walls; heat degradation releases toxic off-gas fumes.
Ensure an unbroken 3/4-inch ventilation air gap behind the cedar paneling to prevent mold and wood rot.

Apprentice Training & Risk NoticeEducational training demonstration only. Risk: Real-world structural lumber sizing, spans, and fastener schedules carry legal liability and must comply with local building codes (IRC/IBC/OSHA) and certified engineering.

Apprentice Training, specialty

Sauna Vapor Barrier & Cedar T&G Paneling

1x4 T&G clear cedar, foil vapor retarder, 1x2 furring strips (16 in O.C.), 2x4 bench cleat

Time: 3 h
People: One
Level

Before you start

Clear 3 × 3 m of floor and lay out the parts.
23 parts and 109 fasteners in 5 steps.
You'll want a screwdrivers and a claw hammer and a tape measure and a drill and a spirit level and a trimming knife.
Never use plastic poly vapor barriers behind sauna walls; heat degradation releases toxic off-gas fumes.
Ensure an unbroken 3/4-inch ventilation air gap behind the cedar paneling to prevent mold and wood rot.