All about container baths

Many people dream of building a full-fledged bathhouse with a solid foundation. However, not everyone can afford it due to a lack of time and money. In this case, a container can be used as an alternative. This will not only save time, but also the family budget. In addition, such a building will be light, and its construction will take little time.

Before proceeding to the construction of the bath from containers, it is necessary to know what is such a construction. In short, it is a container made, either from a channel or from corners. In addition, the container is very strong. Because of this, the bath can build even a person without experience. It is worth noting the pros and cons of the containers used in the construction of the bath.

First of all, You need to know that you can build a bath out of a container very quickly, it takes only 3-4 weeks. The cost of such a blank is not high. As for loading, then you can use special machines for this, which without any problems will cope with such work. That is, they can not only load, but also unload the container in any place.

You can build such a bathhouse at any time of the year. If you connect two containers at once, you get a more functional building.

The container also has some disadvantages.

1. To begin with, it is worth noting that the body of such a product is metal, that is, it can heat up very quickly and also cool down quickly. Therefore, in order to preserve heat, you will need to have a quality thermal insulation.
2. In addition, over time, it can succumb to corrosion, so it should be regularly inspected and eliminate any defects that have appeared.
3. The bath will have the same height as the container, because it is almost impossible to change its parameters. Therefore, all this should be taken into account in the planning.

A container bath will be able to please its owners for a long time. However, such a structure will last the longest if it is made from a shipping container. After all, it is not only more durable, but also more spacious. Before starting to work on the project, it is necessary to get acquainted with the dimensions of existing structures. This is necessary in order to make it easier to develop the layout.

• A standard container 20 feet has a height of 2 meters and 59 centimeters, a width of 2 meters and 43 centimeters, and a length of 6 meters and 6 centimeters. The weight of such a structure is 2.33 tons.

• Those who want to make the bath a little bigger, you should pay attention to A tall container measuring 20 feet. Its height is 2 meters and 89 centimeters, width - 6 meters and 58 centimeters, and length - 12 meters and 19 centimeters. The weight of such a structure is in the range of 3.8 tons.

• A 40-foot container can also be used for such purposes. Its height is 2 meters and 89 centimeters, width is 2 meters and 43 centimeters, and length is 12 meters and 19 centimeters. Such a structure can weigh from 4 to 5 tons.

Regardless of whether the bath will be built from a five-ton or two-ton container, it is worth saying that such a modular construction must necessarily be zoned, so that the use of the room was more comfortable. Deciding to make a layout from a metal container, it is worth distributing zones. There must necessarily be:

• a small room for rest, where you can not only undress, but also enjoy a tea party in pleasant company;
• shower room, where you can cool down and just take a shower. If there is enough space, you can set aside a small corner for a bathroom;
• steam room.

If we talk about generally accepted norms and rules, the container bath must be located as follows:

• The distance to the neighboring plot should not be less than 5 meters:
• The distance between the bathhouse and residential buildings should be within 4 meters;
• From the shoreline container should be at a distance of 20 meters.

It is easy enough and simple enough to build a container bathhouse with your own hands. However, to do this, it is worth taking into account some peculiarities. To be much easier to cope with such work, you need to consider all the steps step by step.

To begin with, it is necessary to thoroughly clean, allotted for the bath, the area. That is, it is necessary to remove all debris, as well as vegetation. After that, the top layer should be removed, and then all thoroughly tamped, so that there was no shrinkage in the future.

Next, it is necessary to deal with the foundation. It is best to opt for the version that will allow you to use the container much longer. This is such a columnar foundation. The trench under it is best to dig a depth of 35-45 centimeters.

After that All free space should be filled with gravel and sand. Next, on this surface it is necessary to install the base of poles. This can be either blocks of concrete or blocks of bricks. Next you need to put a layer of roofing felt, and then cover everything with rebar. When everything is ready, you can proceed to install the container on the frame of reinforcement.

This stage is very important in the arrangement of the bath, because the container itself is very cold and can not retain heat for a long time. It is worth to get acquainted with all the stages of insulation step by step. Before you begin to insulate, it is necessary to well clean all surfaces from dirt, as well as patch up all existing defects. Next, you must build a wooden crate on the walls and ceiling. This will allow you to make the necessary gap for ventilation. You can use several options for insulation.

1. "Multilayer sandwich". To make it, it is necessary to lay polyethylene foam, which has a reflective layer, as well as aluminum foil on the prepared frame.
2. The second option involves insulating inside with polyurethane foam, and outside with a layer of polystyrene foam.
3. Another method of insulation is the use of mineral wool without any impurities, covered with aluminum foil. This option is most suitable for insulating the container. However, you should not forget to glue all the seams with heat-resistant adhesive tape.

On top you should lay a layer of vapor barrier, then the film, and only after that you can proceed to the inner lining. As for floor insulation, you can use a layer of polystyrene foam.

When all the construction work is completed, you can start finishing work, both inside and outside.

The outside of the container can be trimmed with wooden beams. When the work is finished, the bars must necessarily be treated with a special solution that will protect the wood from mold, as well as fungus. Another option for finishing is siding. In this case, it will not be necessary to use any other means of treatment.

To begin with, the container will need to be zoned. To do this, it is necessary to install partitions. It is necessary to make a frame of beams, and then cover it with battens. Next, it is necessary to arrange the holes for water drainage, as well as for the furnace pipe. After that, you need to mount the floor, you can use two layers of boards.

The next step is to install the stove. Both electric and wood-fired construction will be suitable for the container. However, the best option is a combination of a metal tank and masonry made of bricks. It is best to install the furnace near the partitions between the steam room and the washing room. This way you can heat two rooms at once. However, it is worth taking into account that the distance from the wall to the stove should be at least 20 centimeters.

To maintain an optimal temperature in the room, it is worth taking care to install double-glazed windows. They have a sufficiently high heat-saving characteristics. In addition, they can be used to provide such a room with additional ventilation.

For finishing walls and ceilings, you can use hardwood planks. But it is better to refuse from the pine, because when heated such a tree emits resin, which is harmful to the human body.

When all the work is done, you can proceed to the processing of wood surfaces with special solutions. This is required not only to improve the appearance of wood, but also to prevent mold and mildew. In addition, after treatment the wood will last much longer. If for any reason this step is skipped, untreated wood will immediately lose its appearance. Already in a few years the linings will darken. It is especially important to treat the shower and locker room areas. All products should be made on the basis of natural oil as well as wax.

As for the steam room, there are several points of view on the treatment of surfaces in it. Some experts say that you should not use any, even the most harmless solutions, for treatment. According to others, only natural solutions that do not form a film can be used.

After finishing the walls, ceiling and floor, it is necessary to install beds in the steam room. They should not be treated. After all, when the skin comes into contact with them, even burns can occur. The final stage of all interior finishes is to install the floorboards. It is better if they are removable, because in this way they can be dried if necessary.

To summarize, we can say that Bath from a container - it is an excellent solution for those people who do not like long construction work. In addition, the size of this design allows you to use it not only for water procedures, but also for recreation.

Bath in a sea container is presented in the video below.