Having built a bath from a bar before each there is a question than it is better to finish a steam room and a waiting room. What kind of oven should I choose for it to give good heat and not overdry the air in a steam room. The most important issue is the choice of design for the rooms of the bath itself. They should be calm and comfortable rest after the steam room, and if necessary, take a shower. In this article, we will try to answer all these questions and give practical recommendations.
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Choosing a stove for a bath
The furnace is the heart of the whole bath. It will provide high-quality warm-up and comfortable conditions in a steam room. Of course, first of all, it is necessary to be guided by the reliability of the manufacturer. So in the Russian market one of the leading companies for the production of furnaces for baths is "Teplodar", as well as the Finnish firm "Hariva". Manufacturer from Finland has long been represented in the domestic market and is famous for its quality products and affordable prices. The second parameter, which is very important to consider is the autonomy of the furnace. It is worth giving preference to wood stoves. Fuel is available, and most importantly you can melt it at any time and does not depend on the voltage in the electrical network or the gas pressure. In addition to these parameters, there are other criteria that need to be considered when buying a sauna stove.
- Quality of steam. The most optimal temperature of the steam is + 85 * C. This so-called "light steam", it is comfortable and pleasant for a person. Such steam can be obtained when water hits the surface with a temperature of about 500 degrees, while at the same time the temperature in the steam room reaches 100 120 degrees. But for a person, this temperature will not be very comfortable. For the production of light steam, a furnace with a steam generator can be used. They are equipped with a chamber made of metal, which is located on the side of the furnace. This ensures rapid heating and steam generation at the desired temperature.
- Convection or air exchange. It allows you to mix the flow of warm and cold air in the steam room. Due to this, the temperature at the floor and ceiling is the same. Also, warming up the room is much quicker, after half an hour after switching on you can steam.
- Tunnel tunnel. Throwing firewood into the furnace in the steam room is not very convenient. This leads to the combustion of oxygen in the steam room and to its contamination. The furnace tunnel allows replenishing the furnace with fuel from a neighboring room. Thanks to this ventilation will not be broken, in the steam room will be clean. Many models are equipped with a door with glass, which will allow you to admire the flame resting in the dressing room.
- The volume of the steam room. The power of the furnace must be taken into account when buying an oven. You should not buy a model of more power than you need. They will overheat the sauna and dry the air. Calculate it easily. It is equal to the area of the steam room, in the calculation it is necessary to take into account the doors and windows and add to the total volume of 1 cubic meter. m. After that it is necessary to compare the obtained value with the power indicators in the device passport.
Thanks to these simple criteria you can choose the best option for your sauna.
Material for bath decoration
After the construction of the bath is completed, the question arises as to how best to trim it from the inside. To date, the market has a large selection of materials. But it is necessary to choose a finish that is resistant to changes in temperature and humidity. The best material is a tree. For example, a lining is perfect.
finishing baths clapboard
Lining is the best option for interior decoration of the bath. This is a specially dried and processed tree. It perfectly withstand humidity and high temperatures. Most often for decoration of baths apply a lining of three types of wood:
Lime is appreciated for good strength. Light colors of the lining are very pleasing to the eye, and are favorable for mood and well-being. As the temperature rises, the tree exudes a delicate aroma that will give strength and fill the person with energy.
Linden is considered the original Russian material for the bath. The material has a pleasant, almost white color. The price per square meter of material starts from 500 rubles.
Aspen It is very durable and practically unaffected by rotting processes. It does not deform from changes in temperature. And its medicinal qualities will favorably affect the health of people who are soaring. The color of the lining is very beautiful, white with light brown divorces will decorate the walls and ceiling of any bath. The price per square meter starts from 450 rubles.
Alder not subject to overheating, so leaning in the steam room to the wall of the alder will not get burned. Also, it does not absorb moisture, thus keeping the shape and not decaying. Due to its antibacterial properties this lining does not require additional coatings. Also it will provide good air exchange. A rich choice of colors will please even the most biased buyer. The alder board can be of chocolate or light coffee color, and have a pinkish color. The cost per square meter of lining is 750 850 rubles.
Do not use hardwood for hardwood. It releases resin, which can cause burns. Also, one should not give preference to finishing materials based on oil refining. They can give off on heating substances that can cause harm to health.
Finishing of the bath inside
Of course, it is important not only to choose a quality material for interior decoration of the bath, but also to develop a design. Everything should be not only functional, but also beautiful, because the bath is a place of rest and relaxation. Consider the options for finishing for different bath rooms.
chimney finish
When you finish the steam room, you will not be able to fully express your fantasy, but you can play with textures and flowers. For a pair it's better to choose a hardwood lining. We have already spoken about it above. An interesting effect can be achieved by finishing the ceiling, the floor and shelves with a pair of smooth bunks, and the walls by halves of thin tree trunks. This will create the effect of a village bath, and the contrast of a smooth and uneven surface will look very stylish.
You can also play with different colors of lining. If you pick up material of different shades and alternate with their stripes, you will get a very interesting color solution. It is not only interesting from the aesthetic side, but also gives the volume to the therma.
In the decoration of the steam room you can combine different materials. For example, to trim all surfaces with wood, and the wall near the stove with a natural stone of gray color. At first glance, the rough surface will give a novelty to the room and serve as a protection to the wooden wall.
dressing room in the bath
The very first room at the entrance to the bath is a dressing room. Here they usually change and go on. Therefore, you can simply place in it shops and hangers for clothes and bath accessories.
If the area of the premises allows you to place in it a table and benches made of wood. On the walls provide small shelves for mugs and other accessories.
decoration of a rest room in a bath
When building a bath, you can provide a separate room for rest. In which you can go out after the steam room and conveniently settled down to have a cup of tea and spend time chatting. A relaxation room can have a very simple design. It is enough to place a table with chairs and a soft couch, for those who want to lie down and rest. You can also provide large windows that will allow you to admire the scenery.
You can also make a very refined interior with a soft sofa and a coffee table, which can be placed against the furnace tunnel. The latter can be finished with a brick, having obtained an imitation of a fireplace. On the walls arrange shelves with various decorative elements. In such a room, you can comfortably sit and watch the flames while enjoying fragrant tea. And in the finish you can use materials of light and dark tones. The walls are made of light wood, and the door frames, shelves and even furniture are dark brown.
shower, finishes
The shower is an integral part of the bath. It can be rinsed after the steam room or pre-soak the brooms in the tub. Here you can apply a variety of finishing materials. For example, the walls and floor to put a tile of beige and coffee tint. And openings of windows and doors to frame more dark material, and the main square to finish with light tiles. The ceiling can be decorated with a lining. Well, of course, how to do without a large tub of water and a bucket that can be overturned after a steam room.
Another shower can be finished with wood, which can be covered with decorative varnish. Install a shower enclosure with a wooden base and a top stylized in a barrel. It will be quite an original and practical solution.
This article describes the selection of furnaces for baths and finishing materials for its premises. Examples of design of bath rooms with illustrations are also given. Using the advice of the article, you easily pick up a sauna stove with the necessary parameters and decide on the interior design and finishing materials for the bath. Good luck in your endeavors and easy steam.
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