Ships in 5–7 business days. Delivery times may vary slightly depending on your location and carrier availability.
Ships in 5–7 business days. Delivery times may vary slightly depending on your location and carrier availability.
$249.00
The Ultimate Defense for Outdoor Saunas & Wood Structures
Base Oils: Modified linseed + sunflower oils (deep penetration)
Natural Resins: Pine rosins + beeswax (surface armor)
UV Blockers: Titanium dioxide (except Clear 002)
Biocides: Plant-derived terpenes (mold prevention)
✅ 8-Year Field Test Results (by Fraunhofer Institute):
94% color retention vs. 62% with conventional stains
3x less cracking than synthetic alternatives
0% mold colonization in humid climates
| Threat | Protection Mechanism |
|---|---|
| UV Radiation | Nano TiO₂ particles scatter light |
| Rain/Snow | Polymerized oils create hydrophobic barrier |
| Thermal Shock | Flexible resin matrix expands/contracts with wood |
| Microbial | Rosin acids disrupt fungal cell walls |
Clear 002: Pure penetration (indoor only)
Pigmented Versions:
UV Absorption: 380-400nm spectrum blocked
Colorfastness: ΔE <2 after 1,000h QUV testing
Surface Prep:
Sand to 120-grit (P80 for rough sawn)
Clean with Livos #103 Wood Cleaner
First Coat:
Dilute 15% with citrus solvent
Apply at 100ml/m² (soak into grain)
Second Coat:
Undiluted application
Maintain wet edge for uniform sheen
Curing:
24h between coats
72h full cure before steam exposure
| Wood Type | Coverage (2 coats) |
|---|---|
| Smooth Planed | 9-11 m²/L |
| Rough Sawn | 5-7 m²/L |
| End Grain | 3-4 m²/L |
Not for: Pressure-treated wood, decks (use Livos Deck-Oil)
Avoid Application: Below 10°C/50°F or >80% RH
DLWG Approved (German Wood Protection Association)
Preferred by:
Finnish Sauna Builders Guild
Swiss Alpine Spa Architects
1L Trial Size: €49 (tests ~10m²)
20L Professional Kit: €780 (includes applicator tools)
Global Distributors:
EU: LivosDirect.com
North America: GreenBuildingSupply.com
Asia: EcoHabitat.com.sg
🌱 Sustainability Credentials:
Cradle-to-Cradle Gold Certified
Carbon Negative production (sequesters 1.2kg CO₂ per liter)
"Alis is the only wood oil that actually improves with age – after 5 years, cross-linking reaches 92% for maximum protection." – Dr. Holzmann, TU Munich
🔥 Arctic-Grade Option:
Mix with 10% Livos #305 Winter Additive for -40°C performance.
For large projects, request our mobile wood treatment station service.
