Bath stove “Varvara”: models and installation technology

The stove is the heart of any bathhouse, and before choosing a model, you must carefully familiarize yourself with its features and technical characteristics. Currently, many types of domestic bath stoves are produced, which in terms of their quality and performance are in no way inferior to their foreign counterparts. The “Varvara” stove is no exception, which has gained popularity on the market due to its compactness, relatively low price, fast heating and high steam content, which is important for a Russian bath.

Furnaces "Varvara": description of models, installation and price

So that the stove can be selected for any type of installation, any model can be equipped with three types of firebox:

• Shortened (40mm for models Classic, Kamenka, Palenitsa, Skazka; 20 mm for models Varvara Mini, Skazka Mini, Kamenka Mini);
• Standard (160mm for the Classic, Kamenka, Palenitsa, Skazka models; 140mm for the Varvara Mini, Skazka Mini, Kamenka Mini models);
• Extended (300mm for models Classic, Kamenka, Palenitsa, Skazka; 280 mm for models Varvara Mini, Skazka Mini, Kamenka Mini);

The Varavara Kamenka stove is a sauna stove with a grid for stones around the body. Designed for medium-sized steam rooms - 12-24 m3. The mass of stones placed in the basket is 180 kg. Stones are recommended only of volcanic origin, because... they do not contain harmful impurities, are not afraid of fire and can withstand repeated temperature changes.

Sauna stove “Varvara Kamenka”

“Varvara Kamenka Mini” is a smaller version of the previous model for small steam rooms up to 16m3. Up to 85 kg of stones are placed in the basket.

Sauna stove “Varvara Kamenka Mini”. Small size - big power

The Varvara Palenica stove has a number of modifications and can be equipped with:

• Stainless steel heat exchanger, 1 mm thick, volume 3 liters, ¾ inch pipes.
• A 55-liter hinged tank is installed in special pockets on the right or left walls.
• A tank on a pipe, the water in which is simultaneously heated from the heat exchanger installed in the furnace. The stainless steel tank also serves as a passage through the ceiling. This system requires water supply and a pump to operate. It is possible to divert steam from the tank to the street so that wet and “heavy” steam does not spoil the atmosphere in the bathhouse. This tank can be 60 or 120 liters.

  
  Stove "Varvara Polenitsa"

The Palenitsa stove is designed for steam rooms from 12 m3 to 24 m3, dimensions 685 * 430 * 840 mm. It is very similar in appearance to this “Varvara Classic” model, but it does not have water tanks and is slightly taller and narrower (890*430*670mm).

Bath stove “Varvara Skazka” (reviews correspond to the name). The stove is lined with polished soapstone slabs, which gives it solidity. Stones can fit up to 95 kg, the steam room can heat a volume from 12 m3 to 24 m3.

The Varvara Skazka stove is lined with soapstone slabs

“Varvara Mini” is a small (735*390*620mm), but very effective stove that will heat a steam room of 12 m3 to 16 m3. It can be equipped with a hanging tank, a heat exchanger, and it is possible to install a panoramic door. Large panoramic glass makes it possible to control the combustion process. It is also very pleasant after the steam room, sitting comfortably opposite, enjoying the play of tongues of fire. A wonderful way to relax!

Stove "Varvara Mini" compact sauna stove for small steam rooms

“Varvara” is characterized in reviews as economical and compact. Maintenance comes down to periodic cleaning of the pipe and afterburner chamber (there is a special door on the back wall). But there are also disadvantages: the presence of condensation on the pipe when installing a large tank on the pipe.

The presence of condensation is due to the fact that when leaving the afterburning chamber, the smoke no longer has a very high temperature, which, in the presence of cold water in the tank, causes moisture to condense on the walls. According to reviews from owners of such stoves, combustion products of gases are mixed with moisture, which does not improve the situation. This is the only negative point; no other shortcomings were noticed.

The weight of even the largest Varvara stove is small, and therefore installation is simple. The manufacturer advises pre-heating it outside so that the paint is polymerized and the smell from the combustion of various technological substances and lubricants used in production goes away.

To close the top of the stove, you can lay a thick wire mesh with a small cell on the erected screen, and lay stones for the bath on it. In this simple way you will block the hard radiation from the furnace and get well-heated stones.

If you wish, you can cover the pipe with a brick, but due to the high heat transfer, the temperature of the pipe is not the highest and the radiation from it is not very intense. Therefore, it is covered with half a brick, but the foundation is not laid.

The manufacturer has designed several different models of furnaces, each with its own characteristics and adapted for specific operating conditions.

Furnace Varvara Terem Fairy Tale

The Varvara stove for the Terma-Fairytale bath is the most popular model, equipped with a closed heater, which is lined with soapstone. Thanks to this design feature, it is possible to obtain soft steam by heating the stone to high temperatures.

Specifications:

• dimensions – 1120*500*800;
• wood burning;
• weight – 245 kg;
• firebox length – 0.76 m;
• stones can be put 60-70 kg;
• steam room volume – 12-24 cubic meters.

The manufacturer's recommended price for this model is 49,500 rubles.

Model "Volzhanka"

Volzhanka series stove

The Volzhanka series sauna stove is used for large steam rooms. The tank is made of stainless steel. Main technical characteristics of the model:

• dimensions – 1000*510*820;
• wood burning;
• weight – 150 kg;
• firebox length – 0.72 m;
• steam room volume – 24-35 cubic meters;
• stones can be put 60-80 kg.

The manufacturer's recommended price is 24,700 rubles.

Model "Palenitsa"

Palennitsa stove with contour

This bath model is made of 6 mm wide steel, convection holes are located on the side. The power of the “Palenitsa” is standard and is no more than 12 kW, the weight is 113 kg, the total weight of the stones being laid should not exceed 50 kg. The average cost of a model without any options is 13,500 rubles.

If desired, you can purchase a model with an extended configuration. Its technical characteristics:

• Removal of the firebox up to 30 cm.
• Equipped with a water heating circuit, stainless steel thickness is 1 mm. It is built into the side walls; all connecting elements must be made of metal; the use of plastic is prohibited.
• Equipped with a hanging tank, tank capacity no more than 55 liters. Attaches to a special pocket located on the side.
• Pipe tank for pipelines with a capacity of 60 and 120 liters.
• Steel door 4 mm wide with panoramic glass.

Depending on the selected components, the cost of the unit varies.

The advantage of the stoves is the light weight of the structure

The demand and prevalence of furnaces from this company is due to a large number of advantages:

• possibility of additional equipment;
• reasonable cost compared to analogues;
• ease of use;
• low weight of structures;
• ease of installation work;
• maintainability.

There are also disadvantages that you need to carefully read before purchasing.

• Installing a stove involves covering it with finishing materials. Neglecting this requirement will negatively affect the thermophysical properties of the equipment.
• Slow heating of water in the tank.
• The design is equipped with an afterburning chamber, which indicates a long combustion process. In turn, this leads to the formation and accumulation of condensation inside the chimney.

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Each potential buyer will be able to choose the appropriate model to suit their needs.

The main disadvantage is the large weight of the brick combined with the weight of the stove itself

Models of stoves with brickwork have an attractive appearance. Advantages of the units:

• Increased heat capacity of equipment. Bricks accumulate the heat they receive and gradually release it as they cool.
• The space in which such equipment is installed is filled with dry heat; such characteristics are characteristic of steam rooms only in Russian baths.
• A design that differs from analogues, especially if decorative stone is used instead of ordinary brick.

The main disadvantage of the modifications is the large weight of the brick, which, combined with the weight of the unit itself, forces the owner of the living space to build a new stove foundation.

Let's look at the main models of wood-burning stoves "Varvara".

These are quick-heating stoves that keep the room warm for quite a long time. The walls and top of the stove are lined with natural stone (soapstone). The screen is made of heat-resistant glass, thus making it possible to admire the fire.

The difference between these ovens is the stone container. In “Skazka” it is presented in an open form, and “Terma Skazka” has a closed tank with a lid. These types of stoves heat a room with a volume of no more than 24 m². Structure weight up to 200 kg. Mini-stoves of these models heat rooms with a volume of no more than 12 m².

Technical characteristics of the Skazka oven:

• dimensions – 780 mm x 560 mm x 780 mm;
• power – 12 kW;
• structure weight – 105 kg;
• fuel - firewood;
• firebox size – 66 cm;
• weight of stones – 95 kg;
• glass dimensions – 29 x 30.5 cm.

“Thermal Fairy Tale” parameters:

• dimensions – 800 x 500 x 1120 mm;
• structure weight – 245 kg;
• fuel - firewood;
• combustion chamber size – 76 cm;
• weight of stones – 70 kg.

These are ovens that have their own varieties:

1. "Kamenka". The weight of the structure is up to 120 kg. Maximum load of stones is 180-200 kg. Designed to heat a room of no more than 24 m², and the heating time varies from 1 to 1.5 hours.
2. "Stove" with an extended firebox. The size of the firebox is 10 cm larger than that of the previous variation of the Kamenka. The weight of the device is no more than 120 kg.
3. “Mini-Kamenka” is manufactured for small-sized rooms (no more than 12 m²). The weight of the structure does not exceed 85 kg. The mini-oven is a compact device that is not particularly difficult to use.
4. "Mini-Stove" with an extended combustion chamber.

Mini oven

Thanks to its compact dimensions, it is installed in small steam rooms.

There are several types of mini-ovens:

• mini-stove without contour;
• wall-mounted stove;
• oven with circuit.

The mini-design is equipped with a heat exchanger, which is designed to heat water in the tank (volume up to 50 l). The heat exchanger is located at a certain distance from the stove.

Technical characteristics of the mini-oven:

• dimensions – 620 x 390 x 735 mm;
• structure weight – 78 kg;
• power – 8 kW;
• firebox size – 540 mm;
• heating time – 60 minutes.

"Woodpile"

Stoves of this model have the same varieties as the mini-stove, only this design is intended for large rooms:

• mounted tank volume 55 liters;
• dimensions – 685 x 430 x 840 mm;
• structure weight – 113 kg;
• fuel - firewood;
• firebox size – 620 mm;
• Warm-up time for the room is 60 minutes.

The Varvara sauna stove has its own advantages:

• It is possible to order a device for any consumer preference.
• Highly efficient heating. The convective design and the building material from which the stove mechanism is made make it possible to heat the room in 1-1.5 hours.
• Acceptable cost of the device, which completely depends on the configuration and dimensions of the oven.
• Easy to use. The stove does not require constant maintenance; maintenance work is sufficient 1-2 times a year. The stove is cleaned through a hole in the rear of the structure.

• The oven is wear-resistant. The stove is made of metal with a thickness of at least 6 mm, and the water tank is made of high quality steel.
• Attractive design appearance. There are models lined with natural stone or marble, and the front wall of the stove is made of heat-resistant glass.
• The weight of the mechanism does not exceed 100 kg.
• Long service life. The stove is made only from high-quality materials, as a result the structure does not burn out, and the appearance of the system does not lose its original appearance.
• Quick heating of the room.
• Safety.

Buyers also publish negative reviews about the Varvara stove:

• Slow heating of the liquid in the tank. To solve this problem, you need to install a heat exchanger on the chimney, which allows the water to heat up quickly. The main thing is that the liquid does not boil; you need to constantly monitor this.
• It is not recommended to fire the stove with birch wood, as this will subsequently lead to cracking of the body.

"Mini"

A miniature but extremely efficient stove, it is ideal for small-sized bathhouses, for example, like here...

Its characteristic features:

• double convection;
• several configuration options;
• compactness.

The technical characteristics of the baby are as follows:

• linear dimensions – 62x39x73.5 cm;
• weight – 78 kg;
• power – 8 kW;
• fuel type - firewood;
• firebox length – 54 cm;
• steam room volume – up to 16 m3;
• heating time – 1 hour.

The price of a miniature device is from 10,000 rubles.

General characteristics and design features

The “Varvara” bathhouse stoves produced today are the result of an in-depth study of the experience of stove manufacturing abroad and in our country. The positive and negative aspects that were discovered during the analysis of our own products and the best world samples were taken into account. The design of the furnace has been improved.

Firstly, 3.5 meters of welds were removed, which are the weakest point in any furnace. Structures that were previously welded are now solidly curved with a minimum number of seams. Secondly, the casing is made of stainless mirror steel, the firebox is made of carbon sheet, with a sheet thickness of up to 6 mm, the stoves are equipped with a cast iron door and grate.

Construction of the Varvara stove

The combustion chamber consists of two zones: in one, wood burns, in the second, gases burn out. This made it possible to increase the efficiency of the furnace and make maximum use of fuel combustion energy. The long channel through which gases pass contributes to a more complete transfer of heat from the air to the walls of the furnace, and from them to the room.

To improve convection, special channels are made. Air enters the convection channels from the ash pit, heats up from the walls of the furnace, and rises upward, exiting into the steam room. The intensity of heat exchange and combustion is regulated using an ash scoop.

, which is located in Tver, began producing its stove products about 10 years ago, and this brand is still in great demand and has positive reviews from the owners.

Thanks to the complete designs, they can be installed in the smallest steam rooms. Various models of stoves allow you to create a unique image in the bathhouse.

The power of Varvara stoves varies from 8 to 12 kW. The thickness of the metal used to make the fuel combustion chamber does not exceed 6 mm. Thanks to this use of material, the structure will last a long time.

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There is only one type of fuel used - firewood. The steam room warms up time is 1-1.5 hours. After the firewood has completely burned out, the room cools down quite quickly. But the manufacturer has produced models with two stoves that retain heat in the room much longer. This occurs due to the cladding of the structure with natural stones.

“Varvara” bathhouse stoves are characterized by their simplicity of design. This is one of the main qualities for which users love it.

All sauna stoves include the following components:

• a heating casing that transfers its own heat to the room;
• firebox for burning wood - heat is transferred from here to the main structure;
• chimney;
• the furnace chamber is located next to the firebox - this is where the final decay of the generated flue gases occurs;
• grate and ash pit.

Furnace structure using the example of the Varvara Classic model

There are 8 models of sauna stoves available. Despite this limited choice, the thoughtful design meets all buyer requirements:

• a stove equipped with a water tank mounted on its side;
• standard equipment, not equipped with a heat exchanger and tank;
• modification of a previous furnace with a water heating circuit.

The built-in water heating circuit allows you to equip the stove with a tank of up to 120 liters. As a rule, it is mounted at the top, acting as a connecting element between the ceiling and the hot pipe. Thanks to this, the user receives a double benefit - the pipe allows the liquid to be heated in the tank, which does not require the use of protective materials to isolate the pipe from the materials of the ceiling and the ceiling itself.

Another feature of the product is the ability to use the stove as a boiler as part of a water heating system. In most cases, the side tank has a capacity of up to 60 liters.

Kamenka

It is obvious that a self-respecting company is simply not able to ignore a stove that is traditional in all respects. The design feature is the use of 6 mm steel, this factor significantly extends its service life.

An important aspect is the significant mass of stones (at least 180 kg can be placed in the heater). This ensures their maximum contact with the heated furnace body over an area of ​​about 1.3 sq.m. The cost of such a stove is within 20 thousand rubles.

Varvara stove with brickwork

The Varvara heater sauna stove has a fairly simple design. It is made in the form of an ordinary potbelly stove with a durable mesh for stones, but at the same time it serves for a long time and efficiently. Often, to create a brighter atmosphere of a Russian bath, experts recommend covering this stove with bricks.

One such method, showing in detail and step by step how to do this, is presented below:

• The first stage - the foundation on one side must be placed under the wall so that the stove screen is directed towards the rest room. In this case, the lower crown comes out unchanged, and the screen laying is carried out through the insulation. To increase the strength of the masonry itself, it is necessary to tie it with the lining of the stove in the steam room.
• The second stage is heating the stove outside. which will eliminate the unpleasant odor. Then, strictly at a horizontal level, the first row of bricks is laid out on the mortar. The next row is dry brick. As a result, the stove must stand on two rows of bricks and a galvanized sheet.
• The third stage is the actual lining of the furnace itself. It is important to take into account that fireclay bricks are best suited for fireboxes and places where they interact with fire and high temperatures. The rest of the masonry can be done using hollow cladding. It is when lining the stove that the cavities must be filled with sand, and also, the presence of thermal gaps for the brick must be provided in advance.
• The fourth stage is laying the screen using fireclay clay mortar. It is very resistant to high temperatures and is able to compensate for the expansion of masonry. When using fireclay clay, it is enough to dilute it with plain water. You can also use basalt cardboard, which has excellent heat resistance and is quite lightweight.
• Fifth stage - the pipe lining is made in half a brick; two channels must be left at the base. To improve convection, one brick can be removed when lining the back. And a simple plastic sewer pipe can make a good hood.
• The sixth stage - a metal sheet is laid on the heater. To create an air flow, it is necessary to leave openings on the sides of the masonry for large doors, and at the bottom for two small ones. In the future, when used, this will allow you to change the direction of air flow under the stove from the washing room or rest room.

The proposed method will allow you to install a stove in a bathhouse independently and without significant costs.

First, you need to bring one side of the foundation under the wall, without the need to break the piping and remove the timber. The stove screen should face the rest room. It is necessary to apply a layer of waterproofing on it. and start cutting the wall from the second crown. In this case, the lower crown must remain intact, and the screen is laid in this place directly through the waterproofing layer. In the steam room itself, the screen is tied to the main lining of the stove. Thus, the structure is quite strong.

Before installation, it is recommended to heat the “Varvara” sauna stove well outside. in order to get rid of the unpleasant odor inherent in all new heating devices.

Then the base is laid out. It is necessary to carry out an accurate horizontal check with a building level and lay the first row of bricks on the mortar. Next, the brick is laid out dry. Ultimately, the oven itself is placed on two layers of brick and a sheet of galvanized iron.

The device itself is covered. It is recommended to use heat-resistant bricks (fireclay) for lining the combustion chamber; facing bricks are used for the rest of the surface. The cavities are filled with sand.

The pipe is covered with half a brick, leaving two channels at the base. To ensure convective air flow, one brick may be missing from the back of the oven. For exhaust, you can use a regular sewer pipe.

The heater is covered with a sheet cut out of metal. To create an air flow, two small doors are placed at the base of the oven, and one larger door is placed on the sides. This will also ensure that the inflow switches from “steam room mode” to “relaxation room mode”.

To lay a brick screen, you will need a solution of heat-resistant clay. which can be easily purchased at any hardware store. Such clay is even used in the construction of brick kilns, as it can withstand temperatures of up to 1500 degrees. It is possible to use a very light material - basalt cardboard, which can withstand quite high temperatures.

The Varvara sauna stove has high performance characteristics at a relatively low price.

Thus, using advice on selection and following simple recommendations for installing a stove for a Varvara bathhouse, you can easily install the device on your site and provide yourself and your loved ones with the opportunity to steam in a real Russian bathhouse.

What buyers say

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“I placed a Varvara Kamenka stove in the bathhouse, and overall I’m happy with the choice. The steam room warms up in about an hour, the wood is consumed economically, and there is a lot of good steam. The disadvantages include the need for frequent cleaning of the afterburner and chimney; the draft begins to deteriorate about once a quarter.”

“I decided to purchase a stove for the Terma-Skazka sauna 2 years ago, during the entire service life I did not notice any shortcomings. The main selection criterion was the quality of the steam, and I was completely satisfied with this model. I advise all sauna lovers to buy this stove with a closed heater.”

Denis, Nizhny Novgorod.

“I have been using the Palenica sauna stove for many years. In the first year of operation, condensation often formed in the chimney pipe, but after consulting with the stove maker, I fixed everything

It turned out that in models similar to a potbelly stove in terms of heating, it is important to lead the chimney straight up. I didn’t find any other shortcomings in Palenica.”

Yuri, Moscow region.

“I spent a long time deciding on a stove for a bath and sauna, and after studying the reviews I settled on a Tale from Barbarian. I think that for such a model the price is justified and recouped; I did not notice any special design or operational flaws. The tank was hung above the stove, 61 liters is enough for the needs of 3-4 people.”

Recommendations for selection and operation

All of the listed Varvara stoves are optimal for private baths and saunas; they are poorly suited for commercial use due to limitations on the volume of the heated room. The main guideline for selection is power, then functionality. The presence of a water circuit, a side mounted tank or a tank located along the path of the flue gases allows you to use the thermal resources of the stove to heat water for showers and other needs. Stoves marked Terma have a closed heater; they are recommended for obtaining so-called comfortable steam, without the risk of burns when pouring over hot surfaces. The amount and duration of the release of accumulated heat into the bath depends on the mass of the loaded stones; in this regard, Kamenka definitely wins. Models with unlined walls (Palenitsa, Mini) should be lined with refractory bricks.

Consumer reviews of Varvara series stoves are mostly positive, but a number of important operational requirements are noted:

1. The base is protected from overheating and burn-through.

2. The parameters of the heated water are controlled, the supplied pipes are selected taking into account possible pressure and temperature changes (plastic is not suitable).

3. The ash pit and chimneys must be cleaned.

4. To reduce the risk of condensation in the flue gas outlet area (especially strong if there is a water tank along the route), it is recommended to consult with the stove specialist. This drawback is noted by many owners of bath and sauna stoves, but with proper placement of pipes its impact will be minimal.

5. Before installation, you should heat the device outdoors several times; it is advisable to fill the heater with stones of volcanic origin.

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Model range of stoves for baths “Varvara”

“Varvara Kamenka Mini” is a smaller version of the previous model for small steam rooms up to 16 m3. Up to 85 kg of stones are placed in the basket.

• Stainless steel heat exchanger, 1 mm thick, volume 3 liters, ¾ inch pipes.
• A 55-liter hinged tank is installed in special pockets on the right or left walls.
• A tank on a pipe, the water in which is simultaneously heated from the heat exchanger installed in the furnace. The stainless steel tank also serves as a passage through the ceiling. This system requires water supply and a pump to operate. It is possible to divert steam from the tank to the street so that wet and “heavy” steam does not spoil the atmosphere in the bathhouse. This tank can be 60 or 120 liters.

Stove "Varvara Polenitsa"

The Palenitsa stove is designed for steam rooms from 12 m3 to 24 m3. Dimensions 685*430*840mm. Very similar in appearance to this “Varvara Classic” model. but it does not have water tanks and is slightly taller and narrower (890*430*670mm).

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Bath stove “Varvara Skazka” (reviews correspond to the name). The stove is lined with polished soapstone slabs, which gives it solidity. Stones can be placed up to 95 kg, the steam room can heat a volume from 12 m 3 to 24 m 3.

“Varvara Mini” is a small (735*390*620mm), but very effective stove that will heat a steam room of 12 m 3 to 16 m 3. It can be equipped with a hanging tank, a heat exchanger, and it is possible to install a panoramic door. Large panoramic glass makes it possible to control the combustion process. It is also very pleasant after the steam room, sitting comfortably opposite, enjoying the play of tongues of fire. A wonderful way to relax!

"Palenitsa"

This model is made of high quality steel 6 mm thick. The stove has an attractive appearance and durability, since it is resistant to the harmful effects of mechanical, chemical and thermal factors.

The technical characteristics of the equipment are as follows:

• dimensions – 68.5x43x84 cm;
• weight – 113 kg;
• power – 12 kW;
• fuel type - firewood;
• firebox length – 62 cm;
• steam room volume – up to 24 m3;
• bath heating time – 1 hour.

The price of the device is from 13,000 rubles.

The design of furnaces of this brand

Varvara models are very simple in design. Let's consider their main elements:

• Stove firebox - designed to burn fuel loaded into it (in this case, firewood).
• Afterburner chamber. It carries out the final disintegration of the flue gases formed in the furnace.
• With the help of an ash pan and grates, the process of fuel combustion and the collection of solid fuel residues are regulated.
• Efficient chimney system.
• Furnace casing. It ensures heat transfer into the room and heating of the stones.

Why us?

• Our prices for Varvara stoves are among the best on the market. This is due to our long and fruitful cooperation with the manufacturer
• From us you can purchase any wood-burning stove “Varvara” for a bath - we constantly replenish our assortment with “fresh” models from this brand, without missing out on a single new product
• Bath stove “Varvara” with a water tank, ordered from us, will be delivered to you in the shortest possible time
• We offer our customers a choice of several convenient payment schemes for orders.

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Device

Models of Varvara stoves are very simple in design. The structure is made of elements:

• stove firebox, which is designed to load fuel (wood);
• reheating chamber, where the final decomposition of flue gases occurs;
• ash pan and grates necessary for regulating the fuel combustion process and collecting solid fuel residues;
• chimney design;
• furnace casing, which ensures heat transfer from the furnace to the environment;

Each stove model can be equipped with additional elements that allow the stove to function more efficiently and comfortably:

• remote combustion chamber, which can be manufactured in various variations: short, standardized, elongated;
• hanging tank. Such a device is a water container that is fixed to the left or right of the stove in a special recess. The tank is made of stainless steel with a thickness of no more than 1 mm;
• wide-format door, which is mostly a decorative element;
• container for water. It is installed on the chimney pipe if the bathhouse is equipped with running water. In this case, you can take a shower;
• heat exchanger This device is necessary for heating liquid in a container located at a remote distance from the stove. It is necessary to constantly monitor the amount of water in the heat exchanger. If there is a lack of water, depressurization of the mechanism may occur.

Main selection criteria

The selection parameters for the Varvara stove are standard.

It is based on the characteristics of the room and the preferences of bathhouse visitors:

• Oven dimensions . This criterion directly depends on the room in which the unit will be installed. In terms of shape, preference should be given to rectangular models, in which heating occurs more evenly than in cylindrical ones.

• Availability of a water tank . The volume of the water tank is 60–120 l. Some developers recommend choosing stove models with medium-volume tanks of 70–80 liters. This way the liquid will heat up faster. If water consumption is high and frequent visits to the steam room are recommended, it is recommended to purchase a remote tank of maximum volume.

• Power and performance. These parameters must be optimal. The values ​​are calculated based on the dimensions of the bath. Too powerful stoves lead to rapid wear of the equipment, and high productivity is characterized by rapid heating of the steam room with low heating of the stones. This leads to an imbalance when taking wellness procedures.

• Location of the combustion chamber . There are two types of combustion chamber: elongated and classic. It is better to choose an elongated firebox that can be fired from the dressing room. This is considered a more convenient and safer option and allows you to keep the steam room clean.

• Heater type. The units are equipped with closed or open heaters. The first option creates wet steam, while an open heater promotes the formation of light dry steam. Models with an open heater quickly warm up the room, and ash does not settle on the stones.

  
  The downside of the stove is its rapid cooling, which increases fuel consumption. The space with a closed heater warms up within a couple of hours. The oven can retain heat for up to 11 hours.

Dimensions

The “Varvara” and “Mini Varvara” stoves are available in 2 variations, which have different doors in the combustion chamber:

• cast iron door;
• door made of steel (4 mm) with heat-resistant glass.

Door window parameters:

• “Varvara” – 290 mm x 310 mm;
• “Mini Varvara” – 220 mm x 260 mm.

It happens that the size of the room does not allow installing the device so that the oven door is located in the next room. To alleviate this problem, there are models “Kamenka”, “Skazka”, “Woodpile” with 3 parameters for the removal of the fuel structure:

• short combustion chamber – 4 cm;
• standardized firebox – 16 cm;
• elongated fire chamber – 30 cm.

Varieties of mini-ovens have the following combustion chamber dimensions:

• short firebox – 2 cm;
• standardized combustion chamber – 14 cm;
• elongated fire chamber – 28 cm.

FAQ

Is there a cleanout hole in the stove?

Yes. On the chimney side there is a bolted plate.

When the stove was lit and the door was opened, smoke began to come out. After 15 minutes of burning, I decided to open the door again and smoke came out again. During the second kindling, when the firewood was fully loaded, the smoke seemed to decrease. How to prevent smoke from escaping when the door is open?

To prevent smoke from escaping, close the vent completely before opening the firebox door. In some models, on the contrary, you need to open the blower completely. Check it out on yours. You cannot completely fill the firebox with wood. They should be laid at the rate of 1/3 of the firebox (maximum 2/3).

How long will the stove burn? Yesterday I drowned mine for the second time, there is still a strong smell.

To burn out the smell of paint, the stove needs to be heated 2-3 times, preferably in the open air or with the doors and windows completely open.

Instructions

To create the climate of a real Russian bath, the Varvara stove is lined with brick.

Here is the most economical variation of the foundation for the Varvara stove made of logs and proper cladding:

• Only one side of the foundation is brought under the wall so that the stove screen extends into the recreation room. It must be covered with waterproofing material, and cutting the wall begins with 2 crowns. As a result, the foundation will be as close as possible to the wall. The brick screen is combined with the other side of the oven, which is located in the steam room.
• Before you begin installing the stove, you need to heat it outside. This is necessary in order to get rid of the unpleasant factory smell. The first row of bricks is laid on the mortar in accordance with the building level.

• Fire bricks are used in the area near the combustion chamber. In other areas, the use of facing bricks is permitted. Its sinuses are filled with ordinary sand.
• The brick screen is made from fire-resistant clay mass. It can withstand temperatures up to 1500 degrees. You can purchase it at any hardware store.
• A piece suitable for the screen is cut out of a metal sheet, which can later be used to cover the area of ​​the heater.

Creating a brick screen has its advantages:

• accumulates the received heat, and will release energy gradually as it cools;
• appearance – for a modern style you can use natural stone;
• dry heat appears in the brickwork, which is characteristic only of Russian steam rooms.

Main advantages

When choosing a stove from the “Varvara” series for their bathhouse, the average consumer pays attention to a number of its distinctive features, which favorably emphasize the correctness of the choice . These include:

1. Simplicity and reliability of execution.
2. Favorable location in the price space.
3. Ease of installation.
4. The weight of the complex allows the installation of a furnace without installing a reinforced foundation.
5. Good case design.
6. Overall dimensions that make it possible to successfully fit the design into any interior.
7. The vapor removal pipe located on the tank makes the air in the steam room similar to the air in a good sauna with a brick oven.

Illustrative examples in the interior

Heating structures from the Varvara brand can be used in any stylistic image. Let's look at some variations that are most popular at the moment.

Classic style

The interior of a bathhouse in a classic style involves the use of natural wood. Regardless of the size of the room, the design is characterized by basic elements.

• Current accessories: handmade bast shoes on the walls, amulets, a wooden bucket with a ladle, runners on the benches. The effect of antiquity is created precisely due to such elements.
• Shelves, which are made from solid wood, can be of different designs.

• A heater stove is the main attribute of a Russian bath. It is mainly made of brick, and the cladding is made using natural stone. The best option is to buy a ready-made stove made of steel and have the lining made of stone.
• Lighting. To create a warm atmosphere in the room, it is better to use spotlights or sconces with lampshades.
• Furniture set. In this case, massive wooden tables with benches are used.
• Fragrances. A real Russian bathhouse is characterized not only by its wooden structure, but also by its specific smells. To relax and calm the body, use aromatic oils from lavender, eucalyptus, and the aroma of steamed birch broom will have a calming effect on a person.

Modern style

Modern baths have large room sizes. Additionally, there are relaxation rooms, a shower room, a swimming pool, and a veranda. The lounge room is equipped with additional furniture (plasma TV, armchairs, sofa, table). The outdated brick stove is being replaced with a portable metal structure.

The walls of the steam room are lined with wooden clapboards, which must be located in a vertical position. Thanks to this, there is less accumulation of condensation in the cracks. The floor in a modern bathhouse can be not only wooden, but also tiled. The modern look suggests installing lighting fixtures anywhere, even at the edges of shelves.

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Terms of purchase

The online store R-sauna.ru offers to buy Varvara stoves for baths on favorable terms:

• With delivery throughout Moscow and regions of Russia.
• Warranty from 1 to 5 years, depending on the selected item.
• At low price. Achieved through direct supplies from manufacturers.

From us you can purchase everything you need to equip steam rooms - bath stones, stainless steel chimneys, doors and windows for a sauna and much more. To get advice and place an order, contact the online store managers by phone or request a call back.

Additional but important parameters

In addition to the performance of the furnace itself, when choosing it, it would not be superfluous to pay attention to the following details:

Material of manufacture

Its service life depends entirely on the quality of the brick, steel or cast iron of the stove and the thickness of the walls of its firebox. But which sauna stoves are better in terms of materials? Today, the most durable are modern chromium steel units, which have the greatest structural reliability and produce “clean air” - they do not oxidize chemically inert material, and therefore do not burn out the oxygen in the room. This is the kind of steel used by domestic and Feringer, Swedish Tylo and Finnish companies Kastor, Harvia and Helo.

If we talk about how to choose a stove for a steel bath, then the highest quality ones are produced by Finnish companies. Their assembly, processing of seams and the metal welding itself are deservedly considered exemplary.

But stoves with a real cast-iron firebox are already a rarity today, although cast iron is actually an excellent material. So far, its only option on the modern market is “Sudarushka M”, produced by the Russian plant Inzhkomcenter.

As for brick stoves for baths, it is worth noting that their laying in Rus' at all times was a real art. Even in those days, not many people knew the secrets of building a brick stove, and today it’s hard to find a real stove maker with a fire. You can, of course, using our website as a guide, build such a stove yourself. But it is better to familiarize yourself with its disadvantages in advance - it is difficult to melt it, it takes a long time to heat up, and even before starting construction you need to take care of a high-quality separate foundation - and yet the zero cycle is considered the most difficult and costly in construction. In addition, to generate steam on such a stove, you also need to splash water, and wet brick does not smell particularly fragrant. That’s why, if the design of the steam room initially included only a brick oven, you can go this way: purchase a modern compact metal one - wood-burning or electric - and equip it in the form of a screen with beautiful decorative bricks of various colors.

Firebox location and fuel type

Today, heater stoves are produced with only two firebox options - elongated, for installation in a wall opening, and regular. The first option is used so that the stove can be heated from an adjacent room - this is much better in terms of the microclimate of the steam room and its fire safety.

As for the type of fuel, firewood is far from the only option for modern sauna stoves. Oddly enough, and despite the warnings of particularly meticulous specialists, more convenient gas and electric designs are increasingly becoming fashionable. The main thing is that the result of their combustion does not depend at all on the quality of the available firewood or the skill of the stoker. On the other hand, the installation of a gas furnace can only be carried out by specialists and with a special permit, but an electric one, on the contrary, is much easier to install than the construction of heavy brickwork with a serious foundation.

Steam source

The answer to the question of which stove to choose for a sauna also depends on such a factor as the steam it produces. For a real Russian bath, you need really high-quality dry steam - this is its most important recognizable attribute. But not all heater stoves are capable of producing it exactly like this - modern models are still closer in design to sauna stoves. But there is a way out: as a last resort, you can additionally purchase an electric steam generator for a bath - that’s the whole solution to the problem.

Connecting parts

To weld the parts of the future furnace, you can use a semi-automatic household welding machine. An angle grinder with a cutting wheel is used to cut metal. Before welding, all parts are adjusted to each other in place. Before finally welding all the components, they must be “grabbed” by welding.

First, you need to cut a large pipe (which is prepared for the housing) into two parts - 900 and 600 mm. From the larger part a firebox with a heater will be welded, and from the smaller part - a tank for heating water.

For the furnace body, it is advisable to place the cylinder vertically. In terms of height, it must be divided into three zones - the firebox, the ash pit and the place for laying stones. The lids must be welded from sheet steel at the top and bottom. A chimney is welded into the top cover.

The firebox should occupy the main part of the stove. Its height is 700-800 mm. Under the firebox there is a blower about 10 cm high. A grate should be welded between the firebox and the blower. It can be made from reinforcement bars with a diameter of at least 16 mm.

Furnace accessories

Varvara stoves are characterized by minimal equipment. Therefore, they can be equipped with the following additional accessories:

• external combustion chamber - for "Fairy Tale", "Palenitsa", "Kamenka" - shortened 4 cm, standard 12 cm, extended 30 cm, and for the "Mini" models - shortened 2 cm, standard 14 cm, extended 28 cm;
• hanging tank made of stainless steel – for regular units 55 l, for “Mini” stoves 40 l;
• panoramic door made of steel or cast iron - for standard stoves 29x31 cm (price 3500 rubles), and for Mini models 22x26 cm (price from 2600 rubles);
• tank 60/120 l;
• heat exchanger

In addition, baskets for firewood and stones are appropriate next to the stove.

Yes, the Russian manufacturer did their best! The stoves will certainly appeal to the owners of steam rooms, both to their liking, their liking, and their budget.

An off-topic joke: My husband gets so tired at work that he can’t feel his arms, legs, or horns.

I would be very grateful to the owners of these stoves if you write a real review about your heater. And to those who are still in thought, I wish you a successful purchase and see you again, bye!

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