Wood-burning stoves for the Tunguska bathhouse: customer reviews

Why look at expensive foreign models if quite high-quality sauna stoves are made in your home country, and in addition, they have an affordable price. Recently, the company that manufactures Tunguska products has managed to win the attention of consumers; its products have taken a strong position in the domestic market.

If you prefer the Vitra modification, you will receive equipment with a wide stone door, which allows you to stack logs even across the firebox. Sometimes it is equipped with a heat exchanger, this allows you to save on purchasing additional elements. But the improved “Tunguska 2011” is characterized by an attractive appearance, the firebox has been changed, in it the most loaded areas are massive, this has made it possible to increase the lifespan of the structure.

Such stoves can be used to create a bath mode, which is called a Finnish sauna. Well-heated steam is obtained due to the high temperature of the stones. The presence of a convector casing effectively cools the walls of the oven and distributes heat throughout the steam room. Sometimes ovens are equipped with a cast iron or steel heat-resistant door. Modern furnace designs of this company differ from others; the main advantages will be discussed below.

General product reviews

The Tunguska sauna stove is manufactured; it has won the attention of consumers with its products for a long time. The products are distinguished by huge transparent screens, as well as a panoramic fuel channel, it is expanded from the firebox screen and allows you to look at the flame from the room, while you can sit in a variety of corners. However, consumers also note other advantages of these furnaces, which are expressed in the original labyrinth flue; it is capable of quickly heating a steam room, the parameters of which reach 30 m3.

The steel used for the walls is high-alloy and heat-resistant, so sauna stoves are chemically inert and almost do not burn oxygen from the room. Consumers note that the Tunguska wood-burning bathhouse stove was developed back in 2001, and to this day it is the leader in sales on the domestic market. During this time, the model has been improved and changed more than once; today it has many advantages over its analogues. Among the advantages, consumers highlight the improved passage of the convection flow, which exits along the upper perimeter of the structure.

The casing is solid, there are no ventilation holes in it, and it shields infrared radiation well. But you should also pay attention to some negative reviews, from which you can understand that not all consumers like that convection during operation of the stove will ruin the condition of the Russian bath, the air dries out, and the temperature in the steam room tirelessly rises. Some argue that a metal screen can dry out a room, so for such structures it is recommended to install a fireplace lining and install an economizer on the chimney. This requirement is mandatory and relates to basic fire safety rules. The Tunguska bath stove, which you can buy in Yekaterinburg at an affordable price, is designed for a room whose average area varies from 8 to 16 m3.

Reviews about choosing the right stove

Buyers emphasize that the stove may initially be good, but for many, its disadvantages are expressed in stereotypes. For example, most sauna lovers believe that the ideal stove is a design that has an open heater and is capable of raising the temperature in the steam room to 100 °C. It is precisely these stoves that consumers are trying to find in construction stores, which happens even before they begin to build the foundation for the bathhouse. Such designs sell the fastest, but true sauna connoisseurs purchase more technically competent stoves that look more impressive and are more functional.

Equipment advantages

• Long service life
• Aesthetic appearance.
• Burning wood does not pollute the environment
• The large volume of the heater and the convection system provide fairly soft steam.
• You can install and connect the heating unit yourself - the model is supplied assembled and only needs to be connected to the chimney system.
• Ergonomic shape.
• Due to the screen with a thermal insulation effect, you can place the model in a place convenient for the user.
• Using an external combustion duct, you can move the firebox into a room adjacent to the steam room - this will minimize the amount of carbon monoxide in the steam room from the firebox.

Safety precautions when using the heating system:

• Do not place objects near the oven surface;
• It is forbidden to dry things nearby, even if the surface has almost cooled down;
• It is prohibited to store flammable substances nearby or light stoves with them;
• The chimney should be cleaned of soot at least once every two to three months.

Reviews of the model “Tunguska XXL 2013 Inox”

The Tunguska xxl 2013 sauna stove has an updated design that makes the model more attractive. External parts have become more decorative; among other things, they are manufactured using modern technologies. Buyers like the increased reliability of the design; it is achieved through compliance with the concept of thermal uniform strength, in accordance with which the body-loaded elements are made of 3-mm heat-resistant steel. The side walls of the firebox, as well as the bottom of the heater, are reinforced with elements made of heat-resistant steel, called stringers. Such stoves for Tunguska baths, reviews of which you can read in the article, according to buyers, are able to warm up the steam room as much as possible in the shortest possible time, this is ensured thanks to the improved convection flow pattern. There are ventilation holes on the front panel; rapid heating is also facilitated by the presence of a special mesh, which is located along the entire perimeter of the stove. The manufacturer managed to increase the efficiency of the heat exchanger, this is guaranteed by the fact that this element is located in the firebox and is heated by radiation from the flame.

Criterias of choice

1. To choose the right model, you need to pay attention to the volume of the tank where the water is filled. It is advisable to first calculate the volume of the tank:
2. 10 liters should be enough for one person, and the same amount will be needed to steam brooms.
3. You can find stoves in different colors on sale. It is for this reason that anyone has the opportunity to choose a suitable color model depending on their taste preferences.
4. Baths are made from different building materials, and therefore products must be selected with the required power. Particular attention should be paid to the thermal insulation of the structure. If the object is constructed of brick, then it is advisable to increase the amount of coolant by approximately 1.29 cubic meters, which corresponds to one square meter of uninsulated surface.

Reviews of the technical characteristics of the XXL 2013 Inox model

If you prefer this option of furnace equipment, you can install it in a room whose volume reaches 12 m3. The maximum volume is 24 m3. Consumers like that these stoves use wood as fuel, which is not only cheap, but also available. The material used is heat-resistant steel, which prolongs its service life. It is noteworthy that the manufacturer provides a warranty period of 3 years.

Buyers emphasize that the firebox volume of 61 liters is quite enough. The furnace works together with stones, the mass of which is 92 kg. The weight of the stove itself is 70 kg, the maximum length of the elbow is 660 mm. Buyers emphasize that before purchasing this equipment, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the overall dimensions in order to allocate space for the stove in the steam room. Thus, the length, width and height of the device are 990x415x810 mm. The chimney supplied in the kit has a diameter of 115 mm, and its minimum height can be 5 m. The device has a built-in heat exchanger, however, this characteristic is not the only advantage; among the advantages we can also highlight the affordable cost, which is 18,900 rubles.

Specifics of materials in models of different generations

The Tunguska stove is a new generation unit, different from its predecessors. For manufacturing, only the best materials are used, which only a few manufacturers can boast of.

The internal part of the equipment is made of steel with the addition of 13% chromium. This indicator is extremely important to ensure good heat resistance. In order not to purchase a low-quality fake, you must first study the technical documentation to ensure the reliability of the equipment. For example, if the chromium content is reduced or increased, then it is probably a fake.

You shouldn't judge the quality of a device by its appearance. For some users, just looking at the shiny appearance of the stainless steel is enough to make them immediately purchase this model. But shine does not guarantee resistance to high temperatures.

The Tunguska stove is a new generation unit, different from its predecessors

Previous models of units were very different from modern ones. First of all, this can be said about the materials used. In the old days, they used black steel, which at 400 degrees became covered with scale - the formation of small bubbles. If you use such a stove very often, the equipment will very soon fail. Modern models are protected from such troubles and can withstand temperatures up to 750 degrees.

It is important for buyers to know that the manufacturer intentionally refused to use shiny materials during assembly. Therefore, the stove cannot be distinguished from cheaper units made of black steel. The fact is that a good material that can withstand high temperatures when heated and without “sparkling” will cost 50% of all equipment. Therefore, manufacturers decided not to force users to overpay for a bright appearance.

Reviews of 2011 Inox brand stoves

The Tunguska 2011 bath stove will cost the consumer 14,900 rubles. Like the model described above, this one has decorative external parts, but the thickness of the firebox elements, which will be subject to the greatest thermal and mechanical loads, increases by one and a half times. Buyers like that the side walls of the firebox are reinforced with stringers. Consumers also choose this model for the reason that it is fire safe, because the equipment is fully certified and meets the requirements of the European standard. It is noteworthy that this Russian product is one of the few that is also supplied to the US markets. Modern equipment and automation systems are used to produce the furnace. If you still haven’t decided whether you need a Termofor Tunguska bath stove, then you can refer to the results of the all-Russian vote, from which you can find out what became a popular brand in 2014.

Exploitation

If the equipment is put into operation for the first time, you must make sure that everything was installed in accordance with fire safety requirements and operating instructions. When starting up for the first time, it is advisable to give the equipment time to warm up well and remove from the inside all the industrial oils that were used when assembling the product. For this purpose, the oven is turned on at full power for a short time. Oils will burn when exposed to high temperatures, but gases will be formed, which can be dangerous to the body. For this reason, when turned on, all doors must be opened so that harmful substances can escape. It is not advisable to stay indoors for a long time during startup to avoid problems. The first start is only for setting up the equipment and you should not immediately use the oven for its intended purpose.

After the first heating, the bathhouse is well ventilated and the water is drained from the tank. Stones must be loaded into place only after the equipment has completely cooled down, otherwise there is a risk of serious burns.

When adding water to the stones, you will also need to be careful not to get too close to avoid getting burned by the hot steam.

If you want to let children into the bathhouse, sauna or steam room, then they are prohibited from leaving them inside unattended.

Reviews of the Tunguska 16 Terracotta stove

This model is even cheaper, the price is 13,600 rubles. Consumers prefer this option when they need a stove for a sauna or bathhouse with a volume of 18 m3. As a feature of the consumer, they note the presence of high-alloy steel in the furnace firebox, which contains chromium in an amount of 13% or more, this allows to increase the service life. Air is drawn into the firebox through the cast-iron grate, which allows the fire to inflate, which guarantees a high combustion temperature. Lovers of Russian baths note that they like the presence of a casing; it acts as a convector and allows the room to be evenly heated, while the scalding effect is reduced. The heater is quite deep and unventilated, but to heat water you can install a hanging tank, which increases the comfort of using the stove.

The fuel duct of the firebox can be installed in a wall with an adjacent room, so you can fire the stove from it. Consumers especially note the ease of operation. The Termofor Tunguska sauna stove has fairly compact dimensions: height, width and depth are 795x415x830 mm. The heater has a volume of 28 liters, the device weighs 60 kg, and the chimney diameter is 115 mm. You can use not only dry firewood as fuel, but also briquettes and wood waste.

Tunguska is the most popular and best-selling stove for bathhouses

This is due to two factors:

1. The wood in this stove burns at a very high temperature. The stove is compact, easily fits in any room, and at the same time very powerful.
2. The oven is made of heat-resistant steel parts. This is why deformation does not occur, even at high temperatures.

The logs in the Tunguska burn very intensely, and the stove itself, despite its small area, transfers several times more heat into the room than stoves made of steel or other ferrous metal. The niche in which the stones lie is heated a couple of times faster than in other ovens.

IMPORTANT: it is allowed to put not only ordinary logs in the stove, but also coal briquettes, as well as fuel for the fireplace. The stove of this brand provides protection against carbon monoxide entering the room. Therefore it is safe.

Furnace design

Tunguska is popular throughout Russia and even abroad. It is often presented at exhibitions and the sample from Russia does not go unnoticed.

It was invented for the purpose of quick heating, so that the room could be easily heated. In half an hour, the bathhouse heats up to 100 C. This indicator is considered the standard.

The filling of the oven is the most important thing. The chimney and heater are made of steel with chrome, which can withstand high temperatures. Thanks to this, manufacturers have increased scaling, as well as service life. Tunguskas are also made from wood, usually weighing up to 60 kg.

To ensure that the walls of the firebox heat up well and quickly, metal up to 2 mm thick is used for their manufacture. Thanks to the casing, which is installed on top, a gap is formed. Thus, the air gets trapped, heats up, goes out into the room, and its place is filled with cold currents. This option is the fastest heating method. Infrared radiation (it arises from the flame) passes through the casing and thermal efficiency increases.

FOR INFORMATION: the heater has a pyramidal shape, the flame surrounds it on all sides. The stones, which are located inside the body itself, are a kind of battery. Their task is to absorb heat and turn water into steam.

The gas exhaust channels are located according to a special design, this allows the firewood to burn completely. To enhance combustion, there is also a channel through which air passes.

The firewood is placed on a cast iron grate, which can withstand very high temperatures. The ash collection box is also designed to control the intensity of the flame.

This stove is distinguished not only by its functionality, but also by its ease of use. Steel doors have a unique design aimed at quickly cooling the side that is located in the bath itself, in a short time and without additional actions. Those interested can order a glass-ceramic door, it will look very impressive.

The stove manufacturers also provided for heating water. The storage tank itself feels good in a steam room, and this will provide bathhouse attendants with hot water.

There are two types of water tanks

1. Samovar - it stands on the chimney pipe, where it will be provided with heat. As the water level decreases, the heating temperature also decreases; the liquid itself is a “safety net” against boiling.
2. The tank is built-in - the tank is located on the left or right side of the stove itself. In this case, the water is heated due to the design: hot walls transfer heat from the wall cut to the water. The walls are very close to each other.

The casing can be decorated in any color as desired, and it is coated with enamel to withstand high temperatures. In this way, individual models are obtained.

Reviews of the Tunguska XXL Terracotta brand stove

Such Tunguska bath stoves, reviews of which are often only the most positive, do not have a stained glass screen. This also applies to the built-in tank, which will have to be purchased additionally if necessary. You should not expect the presence of a built-in heat exchanger. However, this model has many other positive features, among them it is worth highlighting the rather impressive volume of the heater, which is 37 liters; as for the volume of the firebox, it is equivalent to 80 liters.

Consumers note that it is very convenient to use this model with long logs; their dimensions can reach 650 mm. Overall dimensions are limited to 1000x415x795 mm. Such stoves for the Tunguska bathhouse, reviews of which you can read in the article, are suitable for rooms whose volume does not exceed 12 m3. The mass of stones used can be 90 kg, while the diameter of the chimney is 115 mm. Consumers note that the weight of the device is quite small and amounts to 60 kg, but for unloading and loading, as well as transportation, it is best to enlist the help of another person.

Tanks of different types of furnace

If necessary, the Tunguska can be equipped with a tank for heating water. The design can be of two types:

• A samovar-type tank implies the presence of a container in which water is heated. Heating occurs due to the heat of hot gases from the firebox. Such a tank is mounted on a chimney pipe, which allows water to be heated, including through exhaust gases. An additional advantage is the reduction of condensate levels in the pipe.
• Furnace with heat exchange circuit. Due to this, the water tank can be placed in a convenient place where it will not disturb anyone.

"Tunguska" with a heat exchanger
* The steel casing of the "Tunguska" provides the following functionality:

• The air in the room is heated evenly due to convection channels.
• The casing protects the room from infrared radiation, the source of which is a hot firebox.
• With a regular oven, you can burn yourself. But thanks to the heat-insulating screen in the Tunguska, which prevents the surface of the sauna stove from overheating, you can be calm.

In addition to this, the casing has a silicon paint finish. It can withstand any temperature changes and thermal loads.

Reviews of the Tunguska Vitra stove

The Tunguska Vitra sauna stove has a translucent screen with a diagonal of 43 cm. According to buyers, this allows you to observe the fire without even being near the stove. The volume of the heated room can reach 16 m3, but the depth, width and height are 850x500x790 mm. These parameters, as well as the weight, which is equivalent to 57 kg, will allow you to correctly calculate the space for installing such a stove. The weight of the laid stones reaches 55 kg, but the volume of the heater is 22 dm3.

Furnace installation

Do-it-yourself installation of the Tunguska stove in a bathhouse must be carried out in compliance with fire safety rules. When factory assembled, the built-in heat exchanger should be located to the left or right of the stove. There are places for mounting the heat exchanger on both sides, so it can be rearranged if necessary; you can do this yourself. To do this, remove the screws that secure the convector casing; it should be removed and lifted up. The heat exchanger will be removed at the next stage; it is lifted up along the guides and installed on the other side of the stove. At the final stage, the convector casing is put on, after which all the screws are tightened until they stop. The heat exchanger must be rearranged before installing the furnace.

Tunguska bath stoves, reviews of which were given above, must be installed on a floor made of difficult-to-flammable or non-flammable materials. You can protect the floor surface with a metal sheet, which is placed with the long side along the structure. The dimensions of this canvas should be 700×500 mm. A distance of 1250 mm or more must be provided from the combustion door to the opposite wall. When such stoves for the Tunguska bath are installed, reviews of which may allow you to make the right choice, the floor in front of the stove and under it must be protected from fire using sheet steel on asbestos cardboard. The distance from the bottom of the stove to the floor should be 100 mm. As an alternative solution, a platform is laid under the stove, the thickness of which should be 1/4 of a brick.

Chimney

Horizontal.

The location of the chimney is now central to make it easier to install the stove in a steam room. Since the chimney is now located at a considerable distance from the wall into which the fuel tunnel exits, it is, accordingly, easier to carry out fire protection of the wall and easier to install the ceiling groove when driving the chimney through the ceiling.

The central location of the chimney on stoves of this type is a unique feature of Tunguska 2017 . This design solution was made possible thanks to the asymmetrical layout of the furnace, the analogues of which are unknown. Neither Finnish nor Russian stoves have a similar design.

Chimney diameter

115 mm.

Tunguska 2021 Inox. Photo Termofor