Features of finishing the bath
A real bathhouse is a complex complex that includes:
- Steam room;
- Washing;
- Locker room.
If there is a lack of space, the first two rooms are combined in a single space, but if there are no problems with the dimensions of the building, a separate recreation room, a swimming pool and even a terrace are equipped.
But at the same time, the finishing of the bathhouse inside must comply with several requirements:
- A steam room requires resistance to hot steam and heat retention for a long time;
- For the washing room you will have to provide non-slip ones, however, this requirement applies to all rooms;
- For all premises it is important to create a comfortable environment, including protecting visitors from burns.
The aesthetic properties of finishing materials will also play an important role, as well as:
- Easy to clean;
- Environmental friendliness;
- Durability.
Wood copes best with these tasks, although a rest room or locker room can be decorated with other materials, for example, tiles.
It is necessary to take into account that even a bathhouse made of a nice rounded log needs interior finishing, which allows you to increase the service life of the building.
What is a waiting room for?
The dressing room is built in such a way that moisture from the steam room does not penetrate into it and the clothes remain dry. Light should penetrate into the dressing room, but not cold air , so the window is made small. The outer door should also be low, retaining heat as much as possible. An ordinary entrance door is 2 meters high, and the door to the dressing room rarely exceeds 160 - 170 cm in height and 60 - 70 cm in width.
It is better to place the entrance door to the dressing room on the south side. This will protect you from the cold north wind, and in winter there will be less snow drifts on the south side.
The door to the steam room is made even lower. This door should open not into the steam room, but into the dressing room. This stops the penetration of steam, and the air in the waiting room will remain dry. The technical purpose of the dressing room is to create an obstacle to the entry of cold air into the steam room . You can relax in the dressing room to get maximum pleasure from taking water procedures.
Finishing a steam room in a bathhouse
The decoration of a steam room in a bathhouse has a number of features related to the functioning of the room. The specifics of the steam room include:
- Sudden temperature changes;
- High humidity;
- Abundance of hot steam supplied in the form of a concentrated stream.
For finishing, a cladding board with the following properties is best suited:
- Low heat capacity;
- The ability not to absorb moisture;
- Pleasant color and, preferably, aroma;
- Resistance to rot and mold.
In this case, the selected material is not varnished or painted, since when heated they release harmful substances. An exception may be special protective coatings.
Types of structures
The types of designs widely available on the market will help you make a choice and answer the question - how to make a sauna in your home. Among the offers:
- infrared steam room;
- transformable model, very convenient, but characterized by high cost;
- frame - ready-made projects of any size. A set of elements allows you to assemble it in a limited space and in mobile conditions. Any corner where there is a tiled floor will do.
Samples can be presented without external cladding, with finishing, or a mixed type.
Materials for finishing the steam room
Linden copes best with the tasks. This wood retains all its pleasant properties, despite the not entirely comfortable climate. An additional advantage of this option for arranging a steam room is the light aroma that appears when heated.
The disadvantage will be the fragility of the material: over time, insects appear in it, and it itself begins to rot.
- Aspen is becoming the second most popular siding material. It is durable and strong, easily tolerates high humidity and temperature, and has no cracks through which steam will leak. Disadvantages include knotty wood, streaks of resin that can cause burns, and susceptibility to rot.
- Larch retains heat perfectly, is not afraid of moisture, and only becomes stronger over time. But this strength also has a downside: the material is very difficult to process, so you will have to stock up on quality tools.
- Cedar is very similar to larch in its characteristics, plus it gives a pleasant aroma, but the price of such a design can hardly be called budget.
- Birch will not be a very suitable option for finishing a steam room. It dries strongly, absorbs moisture well and decomposes quickly.
- Pine is practically not used, with the exception of rest rooms or locker rooms. It does not like high temperatures, it warps and forms cracks. In addition, pine too actively produces resins that can harm humans in high concentrations.
Particular attention is paid to the finishing of surfaces around the stove. To prevent fire use:
- Regular stainless steel or profile sheets;
- Red brick;
- Specialized kaolin clay tiles;
- Special heat-resistant boards made of mineral components bonded with cement.
It is best to cover the entire wall from floor to ceiling with similar materials, but if there is a shortage of funds, you can protect vertical surfaces from the floor to the beginning of the pipe.
Advantages of building inside a building
The popularity of planning a sauna in the house is justified by many reasons. Firstly, a separate building is not required, which significantly reduces costs. Other advantages include:
- the costs of installing the external structure are reduced;
- there is excess heat in the house;
- comfort - you can heat without going outside;
- all household members and guests will love her;
Despite all the attractiveness, you should not overlook possible disadvantages:
- fire hazard - buildings with bathhouses inside automatically fall into the category of risk; if the recommended rules are followed, the occurrence of a critical situation is reduced to zero.
- High humidity - attention should be paid to ventilation, otherwise dampness cannot be avoided, hence the possible rotting of the wooden material and the appearance of fungus.
A qualified approach to equipment will help eliminate troubles. To do this, they practice ordering a sauna in a turnkey house.
Designers and craftsmen from specialized companies will take a responsible approach to the implementation of the project.
Insulation and waterproofing of steam room
Finishing a bathhouse with your own hands involves insulating the room before finishing.
Most often used:
- Cheap mineral wool;
- More durable basalt wool;
- Expensive, but high-quality cork agglomerate. It does not rot, serves for a long time, repels insects and bacteria, and does not cause allergies.
Expanded clay or sand is used to insulate the floor.
To preserve the walls and floors of the room, waterproofing is used. It is laid on top of the insulation and is aluminum foil or its modern analogue: a vapor barrier film.
Russian style
A mandatory rule of any harmonious structure is that outside and inside it is necessary to adhere to a single style. Baths in the Russian style are mainly built from wooden logs, and therefore even a modern building looks the same in appearance as our great-grandfathers - a structure made of untreated wood, measuring 4x6 meters, with a height of approximately 3.5 meters .
We maintain a single style
To be considered an original Russian style, pay attention to elements such as:
- multi-tiered shelves;
- a large wooden table with benches around;
- working fireplace;
- a huge tub of water, wooden ladles and buckets;
- red brick stove-heater;
- wooden floor boards, brooms from different types of wood, towels and sheets.
Spirit of Russian style
There may be many such small and not so small details, but they have one common feature - all the design elements of a Russian bathhouse are of natural origin, consisting of natural materials.
Exclusively natural materials
It is dangerous to use synthetic or plastic material; when heated, such shelves can release toxic substances, cause burns, and poisoning.
In the shower room and locker room, use materials such as wood, boards, natural textiles, and ceramics. All this will create a cozy atmosphere, and things made by hand will add warmth and soulfulness.
Unity of comfort and relaxation
Washroom finishing
The washing room is a cross between a shower and a rest room. Here you can relax after the steam room, stand under cool streams of water, apply skincare products, dream and relax.
- Tile or wood are perfect for finishing this room.
- Moreover, preference is given to coniferous species, which fill the room with the fresh aroma of resins and protect the wood from rotting.
The floor is often covered with strong, beautiful and durable tiles, but this option will not be very pleasant for bare feet. Wooden logs, which will have to be dried after each wash, can correct the situation.
Waiting room design
The main quality that a dressing room should have is convenience. When coming to the bathhouse to take a steam bath, vacationers should not think about where to undress, where to put things so as not to get them wet or dirty. Therefore, it is necessary to provide comfortable benches, clothes hangers and shelves.
In addition, it is advisable to arrange the dressing room so that there is a place for gatherings with friends and relaxing after the steam room. The interior of the dressing room should be comfortable and functional.
Russian style
The most traditional style for a bath. The room can be easily transformed with the help of various traditional little things: fragrant oak and birch brooms, bunches of dried herbs, decorative bast shoes, a large samovar with a shiny side and a bunch of bagels. Wicker chairs, carved wooden benches and tables, carvings on wooden panels, birch and rowan motifs, dishes and towels with ornaments will also help create the atmosphere. You can be inspired by the interiors of traditional Russian village houses.
Upholstered furniture and textiles - cute curtains, tablecloth, napkins and towels - will help to bring elements of home comfort into the dressing room, like in a grandmother’s country house. A high-quality built-in hood will help protect all things dear to your heart from excess moisture.
Goblin style
Quite a popular solution. Furniture of rough design, often imitating stumps and snags, natural and plant patterns, animals and plants carved on wood. The decor will be complemented by a mirror framed by a frame made of driftwood, painted with dark varnish. Hang brooms and bunches of dried herbs. Such a dressing room creates the impression of a fairytale forest house , a feeling of closeness to nature. In the photo you can appreciate the charm of this style.
Yacht style
This style is also quite popular in modern baths. It is great for rooms that combine wood, metal and plastic. If your dressing room contains these elements, then you just need to stylize them. To turn a dressing room into a real captain's cabin, you need:
- chrome plating visible metal parts and surfaces. Pipes that were previously hidden can become a striking accent of yacht design;
- fur is another important attribute. A fur blanket or animal skin on the wall or floor will perfectly complement the interior;
- the door to the boiler room, various control levers and other elements of the technical part can be highlighted and stylized;
- on a floor made of an excellent, strong board, a red carpet made of moisture-resistant material will look great;
- clapboard is perfect for wall decoration; oak will look good in this style;
- decorative elements and furniture should be selected that are moisture-resistant and durable.
You can see excellent examples of yacht style in the photo.
Classic style
In the bathhouse you can feel not only like yachtsmen, but also aristocrats and nobles. To do this, you need to choose a classic design. Furniture with graceful shapes, curved legs, skillful carvings, gilding, shelves with an interesting elegant design, curved antique hangers. Textiles will help create the right atmosphere - a luxurious tablecloth, stylized furniture upholstery.
Dressing room decoration
The vestibule or rest room is located quite far from the steam room (if such a possibility exists), but high temperature and humidity will reach this room.
So here the same wood is held in high esteem, which can be combined with:
- Natural stone;
- Ceramic tiles;
- Porcelain tiles;
- Plaster;
- Glass wallpaper.
But when using the first three options for finishing the floor, it is necessary to provide a fluffy rug that protects your feet from the cold of the coating. And it is better to use materials with anti-slip coating.
The interior decoration of the bath does not tolerate fuss, so it is better to calculate everything well in advance than to worry about the lack of comfort later.
Selecting a location
Where to place - the answer to this question depends on several factors in the layout of the sauna in the house:
- If there is a gym or a massage area, it should be located next to these rooms.
- Friendly meetings imply space and a place to relax.
- If the purpose is to relax after a working day or relieve stress, it is usually located near the bedroom.
- If there is free space, a swimming pool is installed, and outside there is a vat or barrel of water for swimming.
Photo of a beautiful bathhouse decoration
List of important things
So, in addition to shoes, you need to bring the following things with you:
- Towel. It's better if there are several of them. After repeated use, the first product will become wet, and then you can replace it with a dry one. And remember that after finishing the water procedures, you should thoroughly dry your skin and hair.
- Bath cap. This is not just an accessory with funny inscriptions and drawings. Dense material protects the head from overheating. Your hair also suffers from such temperature changes, so without additional protection it will quickly lose its shine and vitality.
- Pareo. If you don’t have one, take a sheet with you that you can always wrap yourself in. Even if you prefer to be naked in the steam room, this fabric will allow you to sit on sofas and chairs in the relaxation room without fear.
- Brooms for massage. Their number can vary between 4-5 pieces. This mandatory bath attribute helps accelerate blood circulation, and therefore metabolic processes in the body. In addition, such procedures help to quickly lose extra pounds, and some girls struggle with them throughout their lives.
- Soap and shampoo. You will need them at the end of the event. Before you start changing into clean clothes, be sure to wash off any sweat, scrub or peeling residue, and broom leaves.
- Washcloth. It will help you quickly get rid of steamed keratinized particles of the dermis. If you make intense progressive movements in the area of problem areas, you can warm up the subcutaneous fat, thereby ridding yourself of cellulite.
Comb. The hair gets tangled under the cap, so after the steam room you will need to carefully comb each curl.
Think through all the details!
Drinking water, preferably cool. It will be needed to restore water balance in the body. While in the bath, the sebaceous glands will actively secrete sweat to cool the body a little, as a result of which it consumes a lot of moisture.
Don't forget about regular water!
Ceiling arrangement
In the dressing room he is in rather difficult conditions. The steam escaping from the steam room rises up and condenses on the ceiling surface
In such circumstances, it is important to solve the problem - to minimize heat loss and avoid moisture accumulation
Insulation of the ceiling is most often provided from the attic side, where you can use both tile or roll materials, and bulk insulation such as expanded clay. The ceiling decoration of the dressing room indoors includes fixing a vapor barrier with a layer of foil on the plank floor (with the foil located on the side of the room) and finishing cladding.
The most common options: finishing with clapboard or making a suspended ceiling from plastic panels. In the first case, it is recommended to use slats 10–12 cm wide made of linden, alder, pine or birch. The technique of ceiling cladding differs little from wall finishing. A ventilation gap is also required here, which is provided by wooden slats or a special aluminum profile.
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Subtleties of wall insulation
For internal insulation of the walls of a log dressing room, foil foam or mineral wool is used.
All work on internal wall insulation is carried out in the following sequence:
- Installation of membrane vapor barrier on wall structures.
- Installation of wooden sheathing from bars with a cross-section of 5 × 5 cm, observing a step of 55 cm. Before installation, all elements of the sheathing are carefully treated with antiseptic compounds.
- Mineral wool flooring between the sheathing elements.
- Laying polystyrene foam on a foil base and fixing it to the sheathing using staples and a construction stapler.
The next stage is connecting communications and laying electrical wiring in a plastic corrugation.
After completing the insulation work, you can begin interior decoration of the room. The traditional interior of the dressing room involves the use of natural materials - wooden lining or tongue and groove boards. Do not forget that the design of the dressing room should be combined with the general design style of other bath rooms.
Lighting
When choosing bathroom fixtures, you should take care of their safety. The rest of the choice is determined by the interior style. For dressing rooms in a rustic style, bright lamps are not used. A small light bulb screwed into a socket on the wall will suffice. For spacious rooms and dressing rooms in a modern style, a chandelier under a lampshade (fabric or glass) is appropriate. It gives a cozy soft light. It is better to hang it above the table. A pair of identical wall lamps will add light.
Small iron tablet lamps look harmonious in modern interiors. For eastern recreation areas, it is better to choose exquisite floor lamps. It is logical to place the switches near the door so that it is convenient to use them as soon as you enter the dressing room.
Room color
To get more pleasure from visiting the bathhouse and to completely relax, you need to choose a color scheme. It is better to choose warm, calm tones. Bright, variegated colors strain the eyesight.
Based on the developments of scientists, we can distinguish several colors that are better perceived by the subconscious:
- peach, pink - calm;
- yellow - optimism, solar warmth;
- gray is a neutral shade;
- white - cleanliness (suitable for decorating different rooms in the bath; this color cannot be used in large quantities).
If you want to add bright colors, you can make a few separate touches on the walls. Of the cool tones, the best options are pale green, blue, and lilac.
