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Finishing the bath: choosing the best materials for the steam room, washing room and changing room

Steam room

Many years ago, having just moved to the village and built our first bathhouse, we were also very arrogant. And they lined the steam room with pine boards. Aroma! Beauty! There was no limit to the joy until hot drops of resin began to drip onto my head, and ugly streaks appeared on the walls.

I had to improve my theory, and not just be proud of my ability to work with my hands. The head in this matter is also not superfluous.

Materials for walls and ceilings

It will not be news to anyone that no synthetic materials are strictly used for lining the steam room. Many of them tolerate heat and moisture well, but when heated they emit harmful substances or get very hot themselves.

But not all natural finishing materials are suitable for this purpose. The most suitable one is wood in the form of a polished edged board, lining, blockhouse or imitation timber. However, there are limitations here too!

Are all breeds able to withstand temperature changes, resist fungus, and not rot due to constant contact with moist air? Not everyone. And many of those that are capable have certain disadvantages: they are expensive, get very hot, or “cry” with resin.

Brief characteristics different varieties wood, which is most often used to decorate baths and saunas, will help you make your choice:

1. Linden. Changes very little under the influence of steam and temperature, maintaining a beautiful creamy shade. Fills the steam room with a delicate pleasant aroma. But it gets very hot, so the linden shelf needs to be doused before planting. cold water or lay down a sheet. Insulate the walls simply with linden lining without thermal insulation material It is unlikely to succeed due to its high thermal conductivity. Cost of 1 sq.m. 600-800 rubles.

1. Black alder. According to operational characteristics of the ideal material: almost does not change the appearance and properties, on the contrary, the aroma and color of wood become more saturated over time. Besides doesn't heat up, allowing you not to be afraid of burns. But it does not emit particularly useful phytoncides and is more expensive than linden - 750-1200 rubles.

1. Aspen. Finishing the inside of the bathhouse with aspen is not the best The best decision in terms of aesthetics, because when exposed to moisture it turns gray. But in terms of thermal conductivity, it is similar to alder - it does not heat up and can itself become a good additional heat insulator for walls and ceilings. In addition, it allows you to save money, since it costs 400-500 rubles per sq.m.

1. Larch. If you need quality, beauty and, as they say, to last for centuries, then larch is great choice. Including price (up to 1000 rubles per square), if you compare it with the cost valuable species wood with similar properties. She has the highest resistance to moisture, which only increases over time. But decorating a steam room in a bathhouse with larch is a difficult task, since this dense wood difficult to process.

1. Ash. This wood is already a valuable variety and costs square meter such lining costs between 1500-2000 rubles. As for the use of a steam room for finishing, it is perfect for this purpose: it has a beautiful texture, does not darken, is not afraid of high humidity and temperature, and also has healing properties , especially useful for people with respiratory diseases.

1. Oak. Of our local wood species, this is the densest and most beautiful. In all respects it is suitable for tiling a steam room, it looks solid and reliable, but it also costs a decent amount: 2300-2800 rubles. This finish is already considered elite.

1. Abashi. For those who do not expect large expenses, this and the next paragraph can be skipped, since even small room African abashi oak will be very expensive. 3000-3300 rubles per sq.m. This exotic wood surpasses all others in moisture resistance and has an unusual richness. But all this is unlikely to justify its price, since it does not provide any benefit to the body and, moreover, gets very hot.

1. Canadian cedar. The most expensive material listed, used only in elite baths. Exudes pleasant aroma and healthy essential oils. Very beautiful, easy to process. Depending on the thickness of the lining, it can cost from 4,000 to 8,000 rubles per square meter.

The price range in these examples is explained not only different thicknesses planks, but also their length. Short ones are cheaper. In general, all of these are grade A or Extra products, so you can find them cheaper.

Now about very popular and inexpensive breeds, but completely unsuitable for use in hot and humid rooms.

1. Pine and spruce. The most inexpensive lining, costing 200-240 rubles per square meter, is made from just these conifers. And it is perfect for covering walls in a recreation room and making furniture for it. It turns out quite beautiful and durable external finishing pine blockhouse if the walls are built of bricks or blocks.
   But you can’t put pine in the steam room. I have already described the reasons above - this is the “tearfulness” of the tree under the influence of high temperatures. Moreover, due to humidity it becomes loose. And since protective impregnations cannot be used here, it will not last long.

1. Birch. Completely unsuitable for wet rooms - steam rooms and especially showers in bathhouses. Very afraid of moisture: it quickly loses its appearance, begins to rot and mold. But in dry and well-ventilated rooms, it is not inferior to larch or oak in terms of strength and wear resistance. It can be considered as finishing material for the rest room. Especially if it is spacious and you are looking for something not very expensive. 400-440 rubles per square meter is quite tolerable.

To be honest, from an aesthetic point of view, it is not so important what you line the walls and ceiling with: very few people will understand at one glance at expensive wood how much it cost you. It is much more important how to decorate the bathhouse. Well-polished, well-fitted boards that are pleasant to touch are half the success.

Judge for yourself whether the traditional finishing for our region and the exotic finishing are very different:

If your imagination and patience are enough for decorative finishing in the form of backs, headrests and beautiful grilles - even better. All this can be done from expensive varieties.

All these tricks with wall cladding are not needed if they are made of thick logs of suitable species. It is enough to caulk the seams well and sand the frame. But finishing a block or brick bathhouse is not only about decorating unsightly surfaces, but also about the possibility of insulating them and reducing heat loss. But that is another topic.

It is also necessary to think through such an issue as fireproof finishing of a bathhouse made of timber or logs.

I will not repeat in the following sections about the suitability of this or that type of wood for finishing other premises. Their characteristics speak for themselves; making a choice will not be difficult.

Floor

The floor in the steam room should not be slippery and not get too hot. The cheapest solution is cement strainer with wooden ladders laid on top. A little more expensive - tiles or porcelain stoneware with the same drains.

Ladders are gratings made of thick boards or bars that can always be taken out and dried or lifted and washed on all sides. Therefore, there are no special requirements for the type of wood; you can even use pine - on the floor it will not get so hot as to release resin.

Another thing is solid wood flooring. Here you will have to choose species that are resistant to moisture - larch, oak, alder.

There is another option - heat-treated board. It undergoes special treatment with hot (180-200 degrees) steam in the absence of oxygen, thereby acquiring very high resistance to moisture, strength and dark shade.

The price depends on the type of wood. For example, a square meter of 40 mm thick pine flooring will cost about 1,250 rubles, and 2,700 for alder.

Washing room

The washing machine may be different. If water is supplied to the bathhouse from centralized network or a well with a pump, and there is a water heater, it is enough to install a shower stall or simply equip a shower corner.

This is impossible without running water, so benches and watering cans are needed. Often both are found, complemented by a large plunge pool or even a swimming pool. And also washing rooms combined with a steam room.

In each case, the interior decoration of a wooden bath will be different:

• For common area All the materials described in the previous chapter are used. This is a wood that can withstand intense heat on walls and ceilings and tiled or concrete floors with drains.
• In a wash room, separated from the steam room and without a shower, for wall decoration You can use any wood except birch. Including coniferous ones. Here the temperature is not so high, so the resin is unlikely to flow. But the air will be filled with a pleasant aroma.

• Finishing a shower in a wooden bath can also be done with clapboard, but in this case need good supply and exhaust ventilation so that the boards dry after finishing the procedures. They must be treated with a moisture-repellent agent and the coating must be renewed periodically.

• It will be much more durable to cover the walls with tiles or stone at least one and a half meters from the floor. If load-bearing walls wooden, they are waterproofed, sheathed moisture-resistant plasterboard, and tiles are already glued onto it.

• Very convenient option– shower room with a door or curtain. It can be arranged in a dead end or fenced off a corner with a partition. And there will be no questions about how to decorate the walls in the washing room: with tiles. And the rest of the space, where there will be no heat, no high humidity, whatever.

• It’s even easier to install a ready-made shower stall, and then you don’t have to worry too much about wall cladding; plastic panels. In this case, finishing materials are selected in the same way as for a bathroom in an apartment.

The ceiling here can be plastered and covered with moisture-resistant paint that is resistant to washing. But if you regularly use the bathhouse, you will need to update the coating at least once every two years.

Types of finishing such as wood and plastic lining, slatted or suspended ceiling. They are not afraid of moisture, they can be built into Spotlights, and fill the space between the ceiling and the cladding with thermal insulation.

If the bathhouse is wooden, built from ordinary logs or timber, finishing can begin no earlier than in a year. Because it will settle as the wood shrinks, deforming the cladding.

If you don’t want to wait, you can bother with a floating frame for drywall and tiles. How to do this correctly is described in the article “Facing with plasterboard wooden house" And unlined walls must be treated with antifungal antiseptic impregnation on a natural basis.

Locker room

The materials for decorating this room can be very different. But better than wood It's hard to come up with something. However, it can be supplemented with other types of finishing: decorative plaster, tiles from artificial stone, various wall, etc.

It all depends on the size and purpose:

• If this is a small dressing room separately standing bathhouse, intended only for undressing and dressing, it is better to limit yourself to moisture-resistant wooden finishes. Especially if the bathhouse is heated once a week, and the rest of the time it is not heated.

• If this is a spacious recreation room with a heating system from the house, then your desires are unlimited. Even wallpaper and painting on the walls - as long as you like it.

Examples for inspiration:

As for how to decorate the outside of the bathhouse, you can use any facade materials. Most often, a beautiful log house is left without cladding, limited to caulking the joints, sanding and treating with decorative and protective agents.

And buildings made of brick, foam blocks and other building stones are finished in accordance with the house or imitate a log house using a wooden, plastic or metal blockhouse.

Conclusion

Now you know what materials to use so that the interior decoration of a timber bathhouse will please you for many years in a row, without requiring repairs or alterations. To do this, it is not necessary to use expensive exotic materials that have little health benefits. In this regard, our native linden wins a hundred points over the African oak, and it looks no worse.

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November 29, 2016

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The bathhouse is a place where people relax and recuperate. In the old days, it was used to assist in childbirth, as well as to heal colds. Today, many modern procedures have been added to such treatment. They make the human body younger and more beautiful. Many people go to the bathhouse simply to relax comfortably and have fun. And that’s why every person strives to make it at home. To do this, you need to know how to make a bathhouse beautiful both inside and outside.

Peculiarities

A building can be made of many materials, each of which has one or another advantage. This includes foam block, aerated concrete, brick, and many other materials.

From logs

The most common and traditional material is a tree. Most often, owners choose rounded logs. This choice is quite understandable, because a bathhouse made from such material looks very beautiful and natural. Plus, you can save time on construction and also simplify the work process. In addition, wood creates a wonderful microclimate inside the bathhouse.

From foam block

When choosing such a material, you need to familiarize yourself with its qualities. After all, foam concrete has both advantages and disadvantages. For example, it has good thermal insulation, the level of which is much higher than that of ordinary concrete. The foam block also has a small weight, which simplifies cargo transportation. In addition, it is an environmentally friendly material, the constituent elements of which are sand, cement and water. The foam block is resistant to frost, it is not afraid of fire. But sometimes you can buy low-quality material that has low strength. It will be of poor quality, especially if you compare such a fake with aerated concrete or expanded clay.

From aerated concrete

It has almost the same qualities as a foam block, its only difference is that it is vapor permeable and slowly absorbs moisture. But the damp material dries well.

Made of brick

Unlike the northern regions, where wood is preferred, in the south brick is most often used to build baths. It is made from clay, which is an environmentally friendly material, because in such a building they not only wash themselves, but also improve their health. In addition, such material is durable and not afraid of fire. Its only drawback is its high thermal conductivity. But having done good insulation, in a brick bathhouse it will be as warm as in a wooden building.

From cinder block

Cinder block is used to make the construction of a building faster and cheaper. At the same time, the quality of the bathhouse does not suffer, since this material is no less durable than brick.

From gas silicate blocks

Building a bathhouse from such material will cost less than building from wood. It consists of cement, sand, gypsum, lime and water. Gas silicate is not afraid of mold, is immune to frost, fire-resistant, environmentally friendly and soundproof. The only drawback is that it has high moisture absorption.

Defining necessary materials To build and decorate a bathhouse, you must remember that they should not emit harmful fumes at elevated temperatures. The interior finishing should retain heat well and release it into the room after heating.

The bathhouse, like any room, consists of different surfaces, materials for which are selected separately. For example, the wall decoration in every second bathhouse is made of natural wood. This is done because it absorbs moisture well, is resistant to high temperatures, and also has a long service life. In addition, thanks to its qualities, wood fills the room with a unique atmosphere.

For wall cladding in bathhouses and saunas, lining or imitation beams are most often used. The surfaces are also sheathed with unedged boards made of various types of wood. The cheapest material is pine, but it cannot be used to decorate a steam room, because it contains a large amount of resin, so touching such surfaces can cause burns.

The best option For internal lining The baths will have types of wood such as linden or larch. Linden not only does not darken over time, but also does not crack. Plus, its use will enhance the healing effect of being in the steam room. Larch has long term service, and is also not afraid of mold.

No need to do cladding OSB board, because it contains many harmful substances, which only increase with increasing temperature.

For flooring use wooden boards or ceramic tiles, but glazed tiles are more suitable for this. After all, it tolerates temperature changes better than any other. But the walls around the stove can be finished with stone or tiles that are resistant to fire.

Exterior decoration

There are several options for finishing the outside of a bathhouse. One of them is siding. It is not afraid of temperature changes and is also not subject to corrosion. But if the bathhouse has a structure made of rounded beams, then it is not worth covering it with siding. After all, the tree must breathe, but he cannot provide this. And then the walls may turn black, which will reduce their service life.

The next option is clapboard cladding. This type of finishing is not difficult to do with your own hands. However, when purchasing, you should pay attention to the moisture content of the material, which should not be higher than 15%. You can also use a block house that imitates the surface of rounded logs, which costs a little more than lining. You also need to pay attention to its humidity. Installation of these materials is a very difficult task, so it is better to entrust it to specialists.

Wall decoration can be done with facade tiles having special plates. With their help, it is attached with self-tapping screws to the sheathing.

The most common type of bath finishing is coating the surface with plaster., which can decorate even a very modest building. It is better to buy ready-made dry mixture. You just need to dilute it with water and, if necessary, add the desired pigment. It is applied using movements in different sides. This creates a furrow resembling the bark of a tree.

Building a bathhouse is only half the job. After all, after finishing the exterior work, it is necessary to begin finishing from the inside. This is an important stage in construction. Well-executed finishing of a building has not only beautiful view, it also protects the ceiling, floor and walls.

When planning the finishing of a bathhouse, you need to know that it consists of three rooms. This is a dressing room or, in other words, a locker room, a washing room or shower room and a steam room. If the bathhouse is large, then you can also make a kitchen area, a swimming pool or even a billiard room in it. However, here, too, you should not neglect the basic requirements for a bath. The premises should ideally not only have an attractive finish, but also be very practical.

It is necessary to begin the interior decoration of rooms with a selection of materials necessary for the work. If you choose them wisely, this will extend their service life and also give you the opportunity to relax in comfort.

Tree

Wood is most suitable for interior decoration. Here larch or linden can be chosen. IN Lately Abashi tree has become popular, which has interesting properties. This is a very soft African wood, which has only one significant drawback - stains and any prints remain on its surface. This material has very low thermal conductivity, and when a person sits on it, it takes on body temperature.

There are also materials that should not be used when decorating bath rooms. For example, pine, which releases a lot of resin during the heating process, should not be used to decorate the steam room. As already mentioned, this can cause burns. Also, sheathing made of chipboard or fiberboard swells very much and at the same time emits substances that can even lead to poisoning. For the same reasons, linoleum cannot be laid.

If the use of pine is prohibited for a steam room, then for a dressing room or gathering room, on the contrary, it will be better than any other material. The tree will give off its aroma to the room and thus create the atmosphere of a real Russian bathhouse.

Lining

Lining is also actively used as a finishing material. It is very easy to install, and individual panels can be replaced. This material will be ideal for finishing bath rooms, plus, if you place insulation underneath it, the room will be as warm as possible.

Tile

The most commonly used material is tile. However, it is not recommended to use it in a steam room, but it is perfect for a relaxation area and shower. After all, such material does not rot, is not exposed to moisture and is not afraid of high temperatures, which means it will last a long time. It can be unenamelled or glazed. The latter option is ideal for finishing surfaces in a bathhouse. But non-enamelled tiles do not tolerate temperature changes.

Before starting the cladding, it is necessary to distribute the work processes. They are performed from the bottom up. The first stage is finishing the floor. Next comes the ceiling, and then the walls.

You need to start finishing the bath from the floor. To do this, you can use edged larch boards or tiles. First done rough coating. To do this, concrete is poured taking into account the water drainage system. Then, after the few days necessary for the solution to harden, you can begin finishing the floor.

If wood is chosen for its cladding, then the logs are installed first, and then edged boards up to thirty centimeters thick are laid. Before starting work, all wood must be treated with antiseptics to avoid fungus and mold.

If tiles will be used for finishing, then you need to make a screed before installing it, and only then can you proceed to installation. You should also pay attention to its basis. After all, fungi can spread on porous substrates. Therefore, it is better to use smooth tiles. When starting work, you must first soak it for a few minutes to save glue. After all, wet material will absorb less of it. Then the tiles coated with glue are applied to the wall. Its edges need to be pressed down a little with a mallet. At the end of the work, it is necessary to sand the seams. To prevent accidents, the top of the tiles can be installed wooden gratings.

To cover a room with clapboard, it is necessary to level the surfaces of the walls, otherwise it will go in waves. Next, a sheathing is created from slats, which are fixed at a distance of 60-70 centimeters from each other. According to the technology, the outer slats are first attached using galvanized self-tapping screws. A plumb line and level are used to ensure that everything is done neatly and evenly. If the walls are smooth, it is possible to install the lining without using sheathing. It is attached with large staples or self-tapping screws.

Beginners often face the question of whether a vapor barrier is needed. This primarily depends on the main materials used for construction and interior decoration. If the structure is wooden and trimmed with clapboard, then a vapor barrier will not be required. For brick buildings it is required. Do not forget about treating the entire frame system, as well as the material itself, with antiseptic agents. There is no need to cover the trim with paint or even clear varnish, as they will not allow steam to pass through.

Before installation work It is necessary to insulate the bathhouse. To do this, you can use mineral wool, which is laid on the sheathing. The thickness of the insulation ranges from 10 to 20 centimeters, depending on the material used to build the bathhouse.

After finishing the covering, you can start finishing the room, install shelves, and also decorate it. different objects. This can be done in modern style or decorate the room in an antique style.

Steam room

When finishing the steam room, you need to take into account its features. These are temperature changes and high humidity, and the constant presence of steam. Therefore, when choosing materials for finishing, you need to take into account the extreme conditions of the steam room. The wood must be dry, without knots or other defects. Antiseptic treatment should also be done. This will extend its durability. For this purpose, an edged board that meets such requirements as moisture resistance, immunity to mold or mildew, and does not contain resins is suitable.

Good characteristics has a lining made of linden. It has a low density, which allows it to not get very hot in the steam room. Also, such panels do not emit resins, plus they have good sound insulation. No worse than linden are linings made from aspen or cedar, which have almost the same qualities.

For the steam room you cannot use materials such as linoleum or wood slabs, since when the air is heated they release substances that are bad for human health. The same applies to plastic. Finishing with tiles is also not recommended, as it can crack at high temperatures, and touching it can cause severe burns.

Does not require a steam room and additional processing, because all antiseptics have a chemical additive, which at high temperatures will begin to actively release from the materials used, which will have a detrimental effect on health and make the procedures more dangerous.

Finishing in the steam room begins with raising the floor by about fifteen centimeters so that there are no drafts and better heat retention. It is better to make the coating from edged boards or ceramic tiles.

When starting to cover the steam room with clapboard, it is necessary to immediately insulate it. Mineral or basalt wool is suitable for this purpose. You can also use cork agglomerate, the main advantage of which is hypoallergenicity. The sheathing itself must be done very diligently. The distance between the slats must be at least 50 centimeters.

Once the installation of the lining is complete, you can begin installing shelves or deck chairs. They should have a round shape. To make them, it is preferable to take wood that has the lowest density so that they do not heat up too much. It can be either linden or aspen, and for lovers of strong aromas, cedar boards are suitable. It is better to place them near a wall that does not have windows. You need to make different sun loungers, ranging in size from half a meter to a meter for a comfortable pastime.

Washing

The washing room is used not only for its intended purpose, that is, not only to wash in the shower, but also to pamper your body with a massage or other procedures. All this needs to be thought about in advance, even before finishing works or even during the construction of the bathhouse.

When choosing finishing materials for it, you need to take into account all the functions that will be necessary in the washing room. Best suited for finishing tile or wood. Unlike a steam room, pine needle materials are more suitable for a washing room. It can be spruce, pine, or larch. This choice is very simply explained. After all, pine needles have the properties of repelling water and will perform best in the washing room. It will not only last a long time, but will also delight the eye with its appearance. Coniferous materials are very good for health, and their smell heals the heart, lungs and nervous system.

The most important task is finishing the floor. It should be non-slip. To achieve this result, the base of the floor is made of concrete. Tiles are laid on its surface. And to avoid slipping, wooden grates are placed on top. They must be periodically removed and taken out to Fresh air to dry and prevent fungus. The tile copes well with large amounts of water. But the floors in the washroom can be made entirely of wood. However, it is worth considering that they do not completely remove water, which means its stagnation can lead to mold or rot.

Decorating the interior of such a room does not require such strict rules as a steam room. But even if there are no high temperatures here, the humidity in the bathhouse is still too high. Craftsmen advise finishing with natural, breathable materials. It can be lining, stone, or tile. Even plastic can be used here, but it is very High Quality, because poor quality will release toxins when heated.

Also, if the firebox is made in the washing compartment, it is necessary to insulate the walls and ceiling located near the stove. This can be done using a metal sheet.

Restroom

To decorate a room such as a recreation room, there is no need to meticulously select materials. For this, you can use any type of wood, so finishing such a room will cost the owner very little. The use of linoleum and wood boards. For walls and ceilings, lining or other materials using imitation beams are suitable.

Wall finishing consists of two stages - rough and finishing. When starting rough finishing, you need to remember that you must immediately seal the room. This stage includes insulating the walls and ceiling using mineral wool and foil.

Then they begin finishing. For this purpose, lining, which includes natural wood species, is suitable. You can also combine its types to enhance the healing effect. In addition, such a simple option will add some extravagance to the rest room.

To place boards in such a room, you must use either a vertical or horizontal version finishing. This is done so that water flowing down the lining does not accumulate between the slats.

To finish the floor, just like in the previous rooms, you can use both wood and tiles. Having chosen the first option, you can start doing it step by step. First, logs are laid on a concrete base. Before this, waterproofing is done. Then the logs are treated with an antiseptic. Beams are attached to their edges, and only then a subfloor made of wood is placed on them.

The next step will be laying the insulating material. This could be, for example, roofing felt. A layer of expanded clay is poured on top of it, and then waterproofing is laid again. Final stage includes laying finishing boards.

Having chosen tiles for finishing the floor, you need to know which types of tiles are most suitable for this. You can use porcelain stoneware and majolica tiles. To install, you first need to fill the area under the room with sand and level it well. Then lay foam and insulating material on top, on which a special mesh rests. Then the concrete is poured and after a few days you can begin installing the tiles.

When selecting materials for finishing, you need to take into account that the rest room is a room where you can relax and have fun. Therefore, the interior and decor play an important role in this. If you choose the right colors and also combine all types of decoration, then relaxing in such a room will be pleasant not only for the owners, but also for the guests.

To be able to relax comfortably in the bathhouse, it is necessary to properly decorate the room. To do this, it is necessary to plan in advance not only the interior of all rooms, but also their thermal insulation. The materials used for this must be environmentally friendly, resistant to high temperatures, and also resistant to mold.

It is better to take mineral wool to insulate the room, which is a natural material with a high degree of thermal conductivity, and its service life can reach 50 years. You can also use insulation made from foil. Their advantage is that they are only one centimeter thick.

Glass wool should not be used. It is slightly inferior in properties mineral wool, besides, over time it produces an unpleasant odor. To insulate a log bath, you can use jute felt material. Do not use foam for insulation inside, as it can release toxic substances. For the floor, you can use a layer of expanded clay, the thickness of which should be 25 centimeters.

It is better to decorate the interior of bath rooms from wood, which is durable and ecological material. Moreover, no other material can replace either the look or aroma of wood. After all, it is not only pleasant to touch it, but also to walk barefoot. There is no need to treat wood surfaces with paint or varnish; it is better to enjoy their natural aroma.

If wood is used for finishing, then it should be brought into the room in advance, two to three days before the start of work. This will give the lining the advantage that it will then not feel either moisture or dryness. To install the sheathing, you need to use beams measuring 50 by 50 centimeters.

Do not forget about installing a rough and finished floor in each bath room. It must allow air to pass through so that the boards or any other base do not rot or become moldy over time. It is imperative to install overhead vents to ventilate the room. After all, they are vital. If a person becomes ill, then with their help you can instantly reset the steam level. Also, if the bathhouse is not heated, the vents should be left open so that the walls do not become damp.

When installing a stove, you need to pay attention to the design of the chimney so that soot does not catch fire in it. Also, do not forget about electrical wiring. To avoid any safety issues, it is necessary to use safe LED lights for lighting in the steam room and washing room.

Although there is a lot of work on finishing a bathhouse and it is not easy, you can still do it yourself, you just need to follow the advice and recommendations of experts, and also pay attention to the process of installation work.

Beautiful examples

There are many interesting ideas for decorating baths, many of which can be used as inspiration for renovation or construction.

The first example is a classic bathhouse with wooden walls, floors and even a ceiling. All this is made of logs, covered only with a protective layer of varnish. Only in such a steam room can you truly relax. She looks traditional, and that is where her main charm lies. The bathhouse is divided into two main parts - a place to relax and the steam room itself. Both of them are made in the same style and decorated with brooms made of dry herbs. This decor not only looks beautiful, but also fills the room with incredible aromas. At the same time, this kind of decoration is completely budget-friendly, because the herbs for brooms are summer time You can collect the year yourself.

Concerning functional content rooms, everything is simple here. The steam room contains everything you need for proper relaxation and bathing. The dressing room can become a place for intimate gatherings with friends. It's worth it here big table and chairs with comfortable backs. It can also accommodate a traditional Russian samovar, tasty food and a little alcohol to lift the mood.

The relaxation area in the bathhouse can be made not only in the traditional Russian style. The next example is a luxury a large room, stylized as an expensive classic. The finishing materials used here include wood, slab, and stone. Despite the fact that there are a lot of them, they all organically combine with each other.

The room is decorated in cozy brown and gray tones. Wooden walls and the ceiling are combined with cozy brown armchairs, and a neat stone wall with a tiled floor. Since the recreation room is quite large, it can be divided into several zones at once. The main one is intended for gatherings with friends. There are chairs and several tables. The rest of the space is freer and can be used as you wish.

Decorative details deserve special attention. It is they, along with thoughtful decoration, that create an atmosphere of luxury in this room. Decorative details include paintings on the walls, forged lamps, and soft pillows.

The last room option is a steam room, decorated in a modern style. Everything here is very simple and minimalistic. The decoration of the entire room is made of light wood, as is the fence for the small stove filled with stones. It is convenient, stylish and safe. Only one of the walls is decorated with stone. It is located behind the stove, which increases its safety. Decorative details in the steam room would be superfluous, so there is only what is needed for a good rest.

Building a bathhouse and finishing all its surfaces is a responsible task. After all, not only the appearance of the room, but also how healthy the atmosphere in the rooms will depend on the choice of materials. Therefore, it is worth considering all the information provided about different types finishing, and then the bathhouse will turn out exactly the way you want to see it, and it will really be pleasant to relax and spend time in it. free time in the company of loved ones.

The construction of the bathhouse itself is, of course, more difficult process, but this does not mean that the interior decoration of the bath plays a lesser role. It is this that creates the atmosphere and environment in which you will carry out steaming procedures and relax, and also directly affects the durability of the building itself.

The conditions in the bathhouse are difficult: a lot of steam, high temperature, constant temperature fluctuations, high humidity. In such an environment, not every material will be able to maintain its appearance and not deteriorate, so you need to approach its choice with all responsibility.

All materials used in interior decoration bath premises must meet the following conditions:

• hygiene, the development of fungus and mold can have an impact Negative influence not only on its appearance, but also on our health;
• resistance to hot air, since steam is an integral component of bath procedures;
• environmental friendliness, it is unacceptable for the material to emit harmful chemicals in the heat;
• strength and durability, frequent repairs significantly impact the budget;
• resistance to moisture, there is always high humidity in the steam room;
• decorative, after all, decoration is also needed to decorate the room, it is important that it is aesthetically attractive.

The most popular material for finishing a bathhouse inside is wood. It is natural, has high performance qualities and gives a special atmosphere. But you need to take into account that not all types of wood are suitable.

Pine should not be used for finishing. It contains resins, they are released when heated, in large quantities they can be dangerous for people who take steam in a bathhouse. In addition, it gets hot, and because of this it will be quite unpleasant to touch.

It is also prohibited to use following materials: Fibreboard, chipboard, linoleum. When heated, they release harmful substances and also cannot withstand exposure to moisture - they begin to swell and collapse.

But these materials are quite suitable for decorating a dressing room or recreation area. For example, the same pine tree exudes a pleasant pine aroma. And if you look at the photo of the bathhouse inside, you can see that it also has a pleasant appearance.

But what materials are suitable for finishing a steam room in a bathhouse? Photos, recommendations

The most popular finishing material, which can be seen in almost all photos of finishing a bathhouse inside, is. She represents comfortable material, which is great for finishing the bathhouse yourself. The material is made of wood and is made in the form of panels that visually level the surface and look neat. The lining provides ventilation to the walls, protects them from condensation, the formation of mold and mildew, and helps regulate humidity.

The best options are lining made from linden, larch, birch, aspen and poplar. Deciduous trees do not release resin when heated; they dry quickly, so the likelihood of fungus appearing is minimized.

Larch is the most durable material; it easily tolerates temperature changes and feels great in conditions of high humidity.

Linden has an attractive White color, which looks beautiful and impressive. It is moisture resistant and does not deform; it heats up the least of all wood species, which is why linden is often used to decorate the ceiling. This material exudes a pleasant and light aroma.

Aspen is also a popular material for finishing a steam room. It is highly durable, resistant to moisture and has no cracks. By the way, this is why it is often used as a floor covering.

Alder is a durable and even-structured material. She has a beautiful light brown color With pink tint, and also, importantly, does not absorb foreign odors.

It doesn’t matter which type you choose, if you look at the photo of the clapboard finishing of the bathhouse, you can be sure that any option looks neat and beautiful.

The interior decoration of the steam room does not allow the use of wood coated with varnish or paint, since when heated, they will begin to evaporate, enter the air and can worsen your well-being.

Decorating a bathhouse with your own hands begins with the floor. It is recommended to raise it relative to other rooms by 15-20 cm. This will help retain heat better and protect the floor from drafts.

Clay, concrete and wood are commonly used as floor coverings. As finishing coating It is recommended to choose sanded boards or tiles.

If we talk about how to make a floor for a bathhouse, then everything is quite simple: the boards are laid on the logs as close to each other as possible, secured with self-tapping screws. If you choose tiles, you first need to make a screed to level the floor. Afterwards, the tiles are laid using an adhesive mixture. The floor in the bathhouse should be made with a slight slope, and a drain should be installed so that the floors dry faster.

But keep in mind that tile is a slippery material, so it’s better to put it on top wooden pallets, they will ensure the safety of bathhouse visitors.

Decorating the walls and ceiling in the steam room: photos of interiors inside the bathhouse, tips

It is important that the steam room retains heat for as long as possible, so you need to make a reliable vapor barrier. When you decorate a bathhouse with your own hands, you can choose different options: glassine, foil, jute or stone wool. There is also a combined version - foamed polypropylene with foil. The edges of the foil need to be connected with special tape.

The lining should not be close to the foil and insulation. It is necessary to leave a gap.

The same material is usually used for the ceiling as for the walls. It is important to take into account that you should not save on ceiling coverings, since the maximum temperature will be under it.

Photo of the interior decoration of the bathhouse:

For more information on how to make a clapboard finish in a bathhouse with your own hands, watch this video:

Decorating the inside of a bathhouse with your own hands also means decorating shelves and benches; it’s hard to imagine a bathhouse without them; you can sit or even lie down on them to thoroughly relax. Usually they are made round shape, because it is the most convenient and safe.

It is important that shelves, beds and benches are strong; they should not wobble or creak. Soft wood is suitable for their manufacture, always without resin.

First, you need to nail down special posts made of timber, and then boards or clapboards are attached to them using nails or wooden pegs; there should be a distance between them so that water does not stagnate on the benches and the wood dries faster.

Washing department is a shower cabin, complemented by special shelves for shower accessories. It can be combined with a steam room, in which case its decoration is the same as in that room.

In this room the temperature is not as high as in the steam room, so coniferous trees can be used here. No resins will be released, and a pleasant pine aroma will appear in the room. Pine, spruce, cedar and larch are suitable for washing.

Another option is tiles, but in this case you need to remember about wooden coasters or special rubber mats.

How to line the inside of a bathhouse and how necessary is it? The question that worries the owners of these premises may have several answers. So, if the bathhouse building is built from natural logs, the walls inside do not need to be sheathed, unless you use clapboard for elegance.

After completing the construction of the bathhouse, you should think about arranging it from the inside. A variety of materials are used for cladding, which are selected depending on the material of the bath itself.

The walls of brick or stone, gas or foam concrete buildings must be sheathed. Firstly, this is the only way to achieve maximum insulation of the room. Secondly, bare walls look unaesthetic.

You can cover the walls of a bathhouse or sauna with different materials:

• clapboard made of wood different breeds or block house;
• wooden boards;
• glass-magnesium sheets.

You can make a choice that suits your tastes and material capabilities by familiarizing yourself with the requirements for lining the inside of a bathhouse and the characteristics of different materials.

What should you consider when choosing cladding for a bath?

In steamy rooms, you should never use fiberboard or chipboard, as they emit toxic substances when heated.

Before you start choosing the skin, you need to consider that wood is the most suitable material for a bath. However, in the steam room, dressing room, relaxation room, you can and should use different breeds of it.

For rooms with the lowest humidity and stable temperature (dressing rooms, rest rooms), pine can be used. This inexpensive wood does not crack, is characterized by low thermal conductivity and a beautiful pattern. The phytoncides that pine wood has released for many years are very beneficial for health. Pine wood impregnated with resin is not afraid of fungi, dampness, or mold. However, it is completely unsuitable for steam rooms or interior spaces sauna: when heated, pine begins to release resin. Using the steam room becomes inconvenient. And the heavy aroma of pine needles may make breathing difficult rather than easier.

Alder, linden, abashi, aspen, poplar or larch are suitable for cladding rooms with very high humidity and temperature. Firstly, even at temperatures above 100°C, these rocks do not heat up very much. Secondly, such wood dries quickly and is not afraid of mold and mildew. It does not emit resinous substances.

Important: in the bathhouse (especially in steam rooms) you cannot use materials obtained by chemical means. Fiberboard and chipboard, linoleum, laminate and similar materials emit very toxic substances when heated: poisoning can occur. They are also very flammable. The only exception is magnetite, because it was produced without the use of chemical resins, environmentally friendly.

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Wooden cladding for a bath

It is clear that the best cladding for a bathhouse is wood or materials made from it. But what is the best way to cover a bathhouse? Ordinary boards? Block house? Wooden clapboard? Let's consider the features of all these materials.

Lining for finishing the inside of a bathhouse is an excellent option. It is inexpensive and quite easy to install.

1. Regular boards. The plank upholstery is attached to the sheathing, always at a right angle. But ordinary boards are rarely used. Untreated with antifungal compounds, they can quickly rot. A ready-to-use board is relatively expensive, but it looks worse than, for example, clapboard or a block house. Planing boards yourself and treating them with special impregnations is time-consuming and expensive. Using them to level walls is not easy. In addition, the boards may contain a certain number of knots, which negatively affects both the operation of the cladding and its appearance. That is why lining or block house is often preferred to ordinary boards.
2. The advantages of lining are undeniable. This is what is most often chosen for interior wall cladding in different bath rooms. Here are its main advantages:
   • since lining and eurolining are made from different types of trees, you can always choose exactly the type of wood that you like best;
   • even amateurs do not have a question about how to line a bathhouse from the inside with clapboard: convenient tongue-and-groove locks allow both a novice craftsman and an experienced professional to cope with the facing work;
   • clapboard cladding looks very aesthetically pleasing, attracting visitors with its unique wood pattern; the panels allow you to visually align any wall;
   • The technology of laying the boards requires that tiny gaps remain between them; they improve air circulation in the bathhouse, help the walls “breathe,” and prevent condensation.
3. A wonderful alternative to lining is a block house. Externally similar to natural logs, this material is many times superior in strength and ease of use, does not dry out, does not crack, and does not warp. How to cover a bathhouse with a block house? The same as with regular clapboard. First you will have to build a sheathing (frame), and then use nails, staples or clamps to secure the block house. Be sure to be at right angles to the sheathing.

When choosing a lining or block house for a steam room and other “hot” rooms, you cannot choose coniferous species (except larch).

Construction of a bathhouse is a rather complex undertaking, since the owner has to solve many issues. Among them - how to line a bathhouse from the inside. Its solution must be approached with all seriousness, since there are many various materials for plating. Moreover, attention should be paid not only to the appearance of the material, but also to its quality characteristics.

Don’t forget about cost - the material you choose must have the optimal price-quality ratio. Most owners believe that it is almost impossible to find such material, however, this is not so. There are certain nuances, knowing which you can easily solve this problem.

It should be said that for finishing the steam room Almost any material is suitable. However, it must meet certain requirements - be moisture resistant, have a low level of thermal conductivity, be resistant to rotting and be easy to restore. Today, wood products have all the necessary characteristics. Among them, the most famous are lining, panels, boards, planks and slats. And the buyer only needs to select the type of material. To make the right decision, you need to take into account, in addition to cost, the water-repellent characteristics and service life of the material.

Which tree to choose for a bathhouse?

Oak

The best option finishing material The steam room is made of oak wood. It has all the characteristics that allow you to create optimal conditions for long-term and high-quality operation of the bath. Oak panels not only look attractive, but also have many other useful qualities:

The last point takes on particular importance in light of the fact that this helps maintain fresh air in the steam room.

To a person who is used to take bath procedures at high temperature, it is worth opting for oak, because this tree under such operating conditions distinguishes useful phytoncides having antiseptic properties. This will save the owner from the need to buy special fragrances for the room. But we should not forget about the naturalness of the wood, thanks to which it is possible to maintain the national style without additional processing. Although this finishing option is not available to all owners due to its high cost.

Linden

You can also choose linden to decorate the steam room. According to experts, this is an excellent option. This is due to the ability of wood to emit a wonderful aroma that no person can remain indifferent to. It is impossible not to mention the appearance of linden boards, the use of which to decorate a steam room will make the room more elegant.

Among other advantages that this type of wood has, the low level of thermal conductivity should be highlighted. This means that in a steam room trimmed with linden wood, the surface heats up very little, so even if you have been heating the bathhouse for several hours, you can touch the walls without fear and will not get burned. Linden also attracts attention with its natural texture, and it does not lose its original color even under extreme operating conditions.

Aspen

Our ancestors also used aspen to decorate the bathhouse. There was a belief that this tree has magical properties, giving a person protection from the negative effects of otherworldly forces. At the same time, it has many positive quality characteristics, which makes it an excellent option for a steam room. If you initially decided to build a bathhouse on your own, then you should not give up aspen. After all, this is one of the few materials that does not create processing problems.

If you wish, you can make wide boards from it rough work or wooden slats, from which you can create a pattern of any complexity. Aspen wood has low level thermal conductivity. This is also an additional reason to use it to decorate the bath. One cannot help but mention the soft, pleasant aroma emitted by this tree, which allows you to maintain a fragrant atmosphere in the room.

Experienced builders value aspen for its ability to resist drying out and cracking. But the material does not have a long service life, and quite soon loses its original color, begins to turn black. However, according to experts, this problem can be easily solved if you treat the inside of the walls with a special compound.

Alder

For finishing the steam room inside you can use alder boards. It can be recommended due to the presence of tannins in the composition. The steam room can be sheathed with wide boards, having first removed upper layer. This will help them look more aesthetically pleasing. This material is worth paying attention to if your financial opportunities are limited and you cannot purchase oak wood.

In this situation, alder will help you out, because this the material is impervious to mold and other unpleasant formations. Therefore, even many years after finishing the bath, you can be sure that no foreign stains will appear on the walls of the bath. Fever alder benefits - it begins to secrete special substances that help improve hemostatic processes and fight inflammation.

Important advantage of alder wood is its ease of processing. Therefore, it should be chosen primarily by those owners who plan to build a bathhouse on their own.

Cedar

As a finishing material for cladding interior walls You can use cedar for steam rooms. From time immemorial it has been used for these purposes, and this choice is determined not only by its quality characteristics, but also attractive appearance. Although it should not be used specifically for a steam room.

Experts recommend use cedar wood for finishing a washing room or rest room. For this you will need smooth boards standard sizes. Then the room will look strict, but at the same time will delight you with its elegance. With the help of cedar you can get walls with a smooth and beautiful surface, which, among other things, will emit a pleasant aroma. In such conditions, you can quickly achieve the effect of relaxation and have a wonderful rest. But, like oak, cedar wood is quite expensive. And most often it is chosen for covering premium steam rooms.

Larch

In the case when finishing the steam room and other premises requirements for increased strength are required, most often choose larch. This type of wood is in demand not only because of its optimal thermal conductivity, but also because of its beautiful and noble appearance. It successfully withstands any humidity, and at low temperatures it begins to emit a pleasant smell.

Among the shortcomings It is worth noting the difficulty in processing, therefore, it is not recommended to use it for finishing without the skills. But if you want to see larch in the design of your bathhouse, then panels made from this species are perfect for you. After all, you can make them even without special skills.

Pine

Pine also is a popular material, which is used for lining the steam room. Given its natural appearance, it can easily decorate the walls of a steam room. In addition to this, with her presence she will create a pleasant atmosphere, releasing an amazing aroma. Although it is not recommended to use it for a steam room, since over time it releases resins that have a high degree of viscosity. This can create a hazardous situation as the surfaces heat up quickly.

Therefore, if you accidentally touch the walls of the steam room, trimmed with pine, you will most likely get burned. This also explains the recommendation of experts to refrain from using spruce wood for cladding the steam room. It is best used for washing area cladding. Considering the ease of processing, you can make a wide variety of products from it.

Other materials for bath lining

Most often, owners use clapboard to cover the walls of a bathhouse, although there are other options besides it. It can be:

• planks;
• boards;
• planks;
• synthetic materials.

Sometimes, when for some reason the owner is unwilling or unwilling use the most popular materials, he can line the interior walls of the bathhouse with foil. But if it is important for you that such an important stage as covering the internal walls is carried out according to all the rules, then you should follow the recommendations of professionals.

Actually foil used for bath lining for more than a decade now. Owners who are supporters of this material say that they chose foil for a reason, because with its help you can reduce heat loss, and this is a serious cost savings. If you decide to simply cover the room with foil before installing the lining or other material, you will not achieve the desired effect. Therefore, even if there is a layer of foil on the walls, you will not achieve a heat-saving effect.

Other owners who choosing foil for lining the bath, explain their choice by the material’s ability to perfectly isolate steam. It is impossible to argue with this, but here a serious drawback of foil appears - it blocks access to air molecules. This situation becomes dangerous for people in the steam room, who may suffocate. As a result, they deprive themselves of the opportunity to fully enjoy bath procedures.

As additional reason, which explains why you should not use foil to decorate the interior walls of a bathhouse, it is worth mentioning the presence of harmful substances in the composition:

If you wish, you can skip the foil and use synthetic substitutes, having such a perfect execution that in terms of their properties they can compete on equal terms with wood.

But you should take into account that their cost may be higher than foil, and you cannot be 100% sure of their safety.

Conclusion

Covering the interior walls of a bathhouse is no less important a process than construction. Correct choice of material for wall decoration- a guarantee that most of the heat will remain indoors and not escape outside. Although there are plenty of options for lining the inside of a bathhouse, most often owners choose wood, and, above all, lining. However, many owners are trying in every possible way to save money and find more affordable and no less efficient materials for plating, so foil is often used. However, here you need to remember that price should not come at the expense of quality. You can even use synthetic materials, as long as they are not harmful to health.