Benefits and Features
Projects and layouts of 6x6 baths are very convenient:
- the average size allows, in addition to the steam room and washing room, to build a resting place;
- does not occupy a large area on the site;
- square shape allows rational use of space;
- for 36 sq. m. you can make a spacious steam room, a shower or a small pool, a bathroom, a tipping bucket, a relaxation room and a small hallway;
- the layout of a 6x6 bath house with an attic increases the usable area by almost 2 times;
- minimizes heat loss from the bath;
- helps create a spectacular exterior of the building.
In addition, the space under the roof can be used as a billiard room, gym or guest bedrooms. The last option is especially relevant when the main house has not yet been built - during this time the owners can live in the attic.
Cozy attic interior Source stroysoyz.ru
When creating the design and layout of a 6 by 6 bathhouse, you should pay special attention to insulation, steam and waterproofing of the upper floor so that there is no condensation. And also think about high-quality ventilation of all rooms.
Alternative building materials suitable for building a bathhouse
Wood is the best option for building a bathhouse, but if for certain reasons it does not suit you, then there is an alternative: brick and foam block.
Brick buildings are characterized by increased stability and will last a long time, but they require considerable costs and more time for construction. It is also worth noting the impressive weight of a brick bathhouse, which is why it will need a full foundation, which will also increase the final cost.
Brick bathhouse Source rabotayout.ru
Foam block will be an excellent replacement for brick. The advantages of the material include:
- high porosity, which increases natural air circulation;
- less weight with a larger size of individual parts, which reduces construction time;
- low level of heat transfer, due to which the structure heats up faster and cools down longer.
However, there is also a minus: baths made of foam blocks require external finishing in order to limit high air permeability and improve the appearance of the building.
Bathhouse 6x6 made of foam blocks with layout Source himcomp.ru
The design of a 6 by 6 bathhouse made of foam blocks in the photo above is characterized by high fullness and an optimal ratio of room sizes. Sufficient space for comfortable relaxation allows you to avoid reducing the area of the shower and steam room.
Project and layout
The layout of a 6x6 bathhouse makes it possible to implement many ideas. If we limit ourselves to only a standard set of rooms (rest room, steam room and washing room), then they will be spacious and roomy. In this case, the place for relaxation should be larger than the steam room, since usually 2-4 people steam, and the whole company relaxes. In addition, you will need space for a large table, benches, and fairly wide aisles. It should be borne in mind that in winter it will be cool without at least a small vestibule. It is also convenient to leave shoes, outerwear in the dressing room to keep them moisturized, and firewood.
The layout of the 6 by 6 bathhouse also includes other rooms mentioned above. So for a full bathroom you will need only 1.5 square meters. m., for a shower room - 3-5 sq. m. If the recreation room is reduced in size, then you can build a small swimming pool 2x4 m or provide a dousing bucket.
Interior of a rest room with a well-shaped shower bucket and a grated floor area for this Source static.wixstatic.com
Bathhouse with attic
An interesting design for a bathhouse with an isolated attic, when the staircase to the 2nd floor is located in the hallway and to get to the top you do not need to enter the territory of the bathhouse complex. There are 3 rooms in the attic (office and 2 bedrooms).
If one room on the second floor is used for a bathroom, the other for a kitchen, you will get a one-room apartment. Source m-strana.ru
Bathhouse with terrace
By “terrace” we mean open flooring, but:
- if you provide a balcony in a bathhouse with an attic, then the open area will be protected from precipitation from above and from wind from the sides;
- the roof or attic can be made external and supported on poles;
- the terrace can protrude beyond the projection of the roof, getting as close as possible to the landscape;
- be a two-level or terrace-deck extended along part of the perimeter of the bathhouse or an attached deck of various configurations;
- have different types of fencing.
If the size of the recreation room does not allow you to create a full-fledged swimming pool, you can create it here or nearby, under a canopy.
The layout of a 6x6 bathhouse with a terrace depends on the area of the latter:
- 4 sq. m is enough for a tea ceremony;
- 2 m width - in case of extension along 1-2 sides of the bathhouse;
- 10-20 sq. m - for receiving guests.
Diagram of a bathhouse with a terrace and access to the attic Source static.tildacdn.com
The advantages of a bathhouse with a terrace include:
- an outdoor recreation area appears or increases;
- protection of the entrance from adverse weather conditions;
- additional decorative element of the exterior.
The view from the terrace should provide aesthetic pleasure, so the surrounding area should be landscaped accordingly (flower beds, lawn, conifers, alpine slide, rock garden, fountain). The deck can be close to the pool or have a path (stairs) to it.
Gorgeous view from the terrace-deck Source pbs.twimg.com
Corner bath
The main advantage of the 6 6 bathhouse layout in the corner version, as opposed to the square one, is its energy efficiency. Since the stove is located in the center of the structure, the heat spreads evenly to both wings and is retained longer. While heating a bathhouse with a square configuration will require significantly more firewood to make it comfortable in all rooms.
In addition, such a bath can be located in a corner, on a small or irregularly shaped area.
Corner bathhouse with a Japanese-style terrace on the outskirts of the site Source www.free-lancers.net
The classic layout assumes the following arrangement of zones:
- the steam room and the relaxation room meet at right angles;
- a through-type heater with an elongated firebox is in the center of the plan, which allows heating the entire volume of the structure as efficiently as possible;
- possibility of creating an interesting terrace.
But despite all the positive aspects of the structure, one should take into account the difficulty or impossibility of constructing an attic or a significant loss of usable space in it. The interior space of the bath itself will also decrease.
The internal area of the bathhouse becomes smaller by almost a quarter Source i0.wp.com
Bathhouse with veranda
A bathhouse with a veranda under one roof allows you to admire the landscape beauties while staying warm in the cold season.
Construction made of rounded logs with a glazed veranda Source roomester.ru
See also: Catalog of wooden bathhouse projects
Here you can install a small barbecue oven and provide a vestibule.
Plan diagram of a bathhouse with a veranda Source www.srubdomabani.ru
The veranda can be larger than provided for in the standard layout or even built separately and not affect the design area of the bathhouse.
Bathhouse with dressing room
A dressing room, as such, in a relatively small room (36 sq. m.) will take up a lot of space, which is better used for other, more priority purposes - to enlarge the steam room, for a bathroom or a plunge pool. But a small dressing room, perhaps with a wardrobe, would be quite appropriate.
The dressing room in the dressing room will not take up much space Source ileds.ru
What to consider when planning
When choosing a particular project or planning independently, you should be guided not only by your own desires, but also rely on existing standards. The size of the compartments in the bathhouse, based on the expected number of visitors, should more or less meet the following standards for 1 person:
- 1.5 sq. m. – steam room;
- 1.5 sq. m. – washing room or shower room;
- 1 sq. m. – rest room;
- 1.3 sq. m. - vestibule;
- 0.8 sq. m. - locker room.
The shelf in the steam room must be at least 180 cm long and 90 cm wide. The furnace firebox must open into the rest room.
A firebox with transparent glass creates additional comfort in the relaxation area Source pechi-troyka.ru
The rooms in the building are arranged in the following sequence, starting from the entrance:
- vestibule, if provided;
- locker room, if provided;
- restroom;
- dressing room, if provided;
- washing room (shower room);
- steam room
A shower or font is often combined with a dressing room in order to save space.
Options for zoning bath space
The compact dimensions of the building do not impose serious restrictions on the number and size of rooms inside the bathhouse. Thanks to the high skill of design engineers, everything you need can be placed inside.
- Minimum option. Steam room, shower and relaxation room. It features an increased area of each room.
- Comfortable option. A separate bathroom is added to the listed rooms.
- Full version. Additionally, a vestibule at the entrance, a terrace, a dressing room and even a swimming pool are being designed. This option reduces the area of each room, but allows maximum use of the internal space of the bathhouse.
Depending on the budget, the size of the family/company and the specific purpose of construction, you can determine the optimal type of bathhouse zoning for yourself.
Swimming pool in the bathhouse Source bani-sbs.ru
Which material to choose
Before building a bathhouse, a natural question arises about the building material. The internal microclimate, durability and appearance of the building largely depend on it. The constant exposure to steam, water and high temperature should also be taken into account. From time immemorial, bathhouses were made of wood and it is not surprising - this is perhaps the best option today:
- Such walls are vapor permeable, this is especially important for a bathhouse.
- Wood has low thermal conductivity, which helps retain heat indoors.
- Wood withstands temperature changes.
- Coniferous species, when using special compounds, can withstand moisture for a long time, especially larch.
- The natural smell of wood promotes complete relaxation.
Log bathhouse with attic, balcony and terrace made of Siberian larch Source srubsssr.ru
See also: Catalog of companies that specialize in the construction of bathhouses and the manufacture of bathhouse vats
High-quality materials, be it timber, logs or boards:
- should not have dark spots;
- the core of the timber should be of a uniform shade, slightly darker than the outer fibers and occupy less than ¾ of the section;
- minimal amount of resin and branches;
- loose cut structure is unacceptable;
- humidity up to 20%.
The latter indicator is measured with a moisture meter in the presence of the customer. If such a service is not provided, then you should think about the feasibility of the purchase.
Measuring the moisture content of pine timber Source kelohouse.ru
Wooden baths are built from rounded or chopped logs and edged, profiled, glued timber.
Chopped log
Manual felling means harvesting wood using axes and saws, followed by processing with a scraper. In this case, the bark is removed white, but the hard layers remain. The work is very hard, requiring dexterity, physical strength and knowledge of the matter, it can only be performed by specialized craftsmen. This undoubtedly affects the final cost of the material.
Crowns made of chopped logs, “bowl” connection Source askkirov.ru
To eliminate unevenness and equalize the diameter, planes and debarkers are used. This log has many advantages:
- not subject to mechanical and climatic influences, moisture;
- the natural texture and pattern are unique, and the buildings are unique and authentic;
- thermal insulation is higher than that of rounded logs and timber;
- no finishing required;
- very long service life.
If the material is prepared according to all the rules, then it has no shortcomings. The construction of a bathhouse and the preparation of logs should be trusted only to professionals, then there will be no gaps, cracks, different diameters and, as a result, loose laying and “cold bridges”, cracking due to non-compliance with technology.
Project of a frame bath with an attic
It all starts with a project that you can buy, order from an architect, or create yourself, describing in detail how to build everything yourself - the choice is yours.
Typically, projects of any buildings contain the following main points:
- total area
- detailed location of premises
- type of floors
- communications
- Construction Materials
Approximate project of a frame bath with an attic
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Rounded log
The bark is removed from this material using cutters using special equipment, resulting in a perfectly flat surface and a strictly cylindrical shape. Laying is simplified, the logs fit tightly to each other without forming gaps. The buildings turn out to be neat, although somewhat monotonous in appearance.
Rounded log Source krd.specdispetcher.ru
Although the production itself is cheaper and faster, the final cost is not much cheaper than chopped logs. Since natural protection in the form of cambium and sapwood is removed, the wood becomes susceptible to pests, rot, mold and requires treatment with fire retardants, antiseptics, and special varnishes.
Edged timber
The cheapest material in this segment has a rectangular cross-section and a length of up to 6 m. It is made from various types of trees, but for the construction of a bathhouse it is better to take larch or alder. But pine is more often used, since it is available and costs less.
Edged timber Source images.ru.prom.st
For a bathhouse, a beam with a cross-section of 10 x 20 cm is most often chosen, but in regions with a harsh climate, the thickness of the walls can be 30 cm. The beam is often made from undried wood, and in the process of evaporation the material will deform and crack, so it will create smooth walls. To prevent this from happening, be sure to check the humidity level before purchasing.
Installation time for a frame bath with an attic
A team of three builders usually takes ten days to build a frame bathhouse.
If you have assistants and you decide to do everything yourself, without resorting to the help of hired workers, then this approximate plan will help you:
- laying and arrangement of the foundation – 3 days;
- installation of strapping and logs – 3 days;
- construction of the rafter system – 2 days;
- installation of doors, windows, installation of roofing materials and interior and exterior finishing work - 2 days.
Note: you should not strive to strictly adhere to the deadlines given in the plan. The main thing is attention and accuracy - only in this case you will get a good result, and a bathhouse built with your own hands will become a source of pride for you and your family.
More information about building frame baths here. Read about how to build a frame house with a bathhouse here. Everything about panel baths and their construction is in the article.
Review of typical projects
Bathhouse measuring 6 x 6 m made of rounded logs with an attic, terrace and balcony Source banyamsk.ru
One-story bathhouse made of profiled timber with a covered terrace Source stopdacha.ru
Corner bathhouse made of timber measuring 6x6, area 30 sq. m Source gnezdom.ru
The stove is one of the most important elements of the bathhouse
6 by 6 bathhouse designs made of timber are designed for simultaneous visits by a group of 3-4 people without loss of comfort. This leaves a certain imprint on the size of the steam room and shower, which must be heated and maintained at a certain temperature. A stone stove is optimal for these purposes. It warms up the rooms quickly enough and prevents them from cooling down quickly.
Stone stove in a bathhouse made of timber Source stroisovet.com
In the case of building a two-story bathhouse, the pipe from the stove is routed along the inner wall of the attic and lined with brick. The material will receive heat from the pipe, heat up and will serve as an excellent source of maintaining the temperature in the room.
Another option is to install two water tanks. One is installed downstairs in the room with the stove, the other is on the second floor, connecting to the chimney pipe, which allows you to heat the water in the tank, releasing heat into the room.
What to pay attention to
When you have decided on the project and materials, you need to choose a place for construction, type of foundation, finishing and roofing. Don’t forget about the stove - if the heater for the steam room does not have much weight, then for a massive fireplace in the recreation room and a wide pipe passing through the attic, a separate foundation will be required. Also at the foundation stage you need to take care of communications and the pool bowl.
Monolithic pool bowl Source www.stroy-birzha.ru
To prevent your feet from freezing, it may make sense to think about warm floors, for comfort in the attic space - about insulation, interfloor and roof vapor and waterproofing, ventilation. Don’t forget about the latter when laying the lower crown of the walls. The wood must be treated appropriately.
How to choose a place
According to the norms and rules, the bathhouse should be located no closer than 12 m to the well, 8 m to the house and the neighboring plot, 3 m to the fence. It should be placed on the leeward side of the main buildings (house, summer kitchen, gazebo) so that the smoke is carried away to the side. Besides:
- for better outflow of water, the place for the bathhouse should be elevated or have a raised foundation (pile or strip);
- in the absence of a central sewerage system, a drainage pit is placed at a distance of 5-6 m, drainage is made at the bottom, the walls are laid out with bricks and concrete;
- It is advisable to plan the bath so that the steam room faces south for faster heating.
Also, when drawing up a project, it should be taken into account that due to the thickness of the walls, the internal area is less than the total.
Placing a square bathhouse with a small terrace on the site Source avatars.mds.yandex.net
The durability and functionality of the bathhouse depends on who will implement the project. Therefore, you should choose only a professional company. It may not be mega popular, but it must have good specialists on its staff to avoid substandard services. There is also special equipment, photo reports on completed projects of similar baths in the portfolio. Based on photos of already completed work, you can estimate 30% of their quality.
Bathhouse made from “wild” hand-cut logs Source i.pinimg.com
Briefly about the main thing
A bathhouse measuring 6 x 6 is not very large for constructing a full-fledged swimming pool and billiard room, but it is not small at all - a company of 8 people will feel free in it.
There are projects with an attic, terrace, veranda, porch. Enough space for a plunge pool or small pool.
The best material for the implementation of the project is wood (logs, timber).
It is better to entrust the implementation of the project to professionals.
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