All about baths of logs

A bathhouse made of logs almost never goes out of style. It is a very budget-friendly and practical option. A good species of wood is not peculiar to rotting - it perfectly withstands different temperature regimes. Let's find out what the features of this material are, what its pros and cons are, and consider some interesting projects.

A bathhouse from a cylindrical log - this is an interesting solution for construction out of town. Thanks to the processing on a special machine, each element of the log cabin has approximately the same diameter, so the buildings will always look neat.

Because of this type of wood processing, the wood is strong and virtually unaffected by external influences. The wood has a strong, tannin- or resin-impregnated core. The longevity of the trunk protects the material from premature rotting.

Wooden buildings on Russian soil have been built for centuries. It is a very practical and affordable solution for most people. First of all, when choosing wood, you need to consider its technical characteristics. To the main advantages of this type of wood can be attributed several factors.

1. The main parameter - is the environmental friendliness of the material, it has almost no wear and requires no additional treatment. Also, you can not use dyes and varnishes, which only pollute the environment. Essential oils emitted by wood have beneficial effects on human health and have rejuvenating properties. Such a building will look harmoniously against the backdrop of many natural corners.
2. Wood serves the owners of structures for decades. Some buildings stand for centuries. Larch and aspen become even more durable over time.
3. Due to the structure of the wood, there is a natural exchange of air. It is a way to save money on installing a ventilation system. Wood helps to reduce the level of colds - with natural ventilation drafts are practically eliminated as a phenomenon.
4. It is one of the cheapest and most accessible materials. Its cost is several times lower than that of stone or brick.
5. Such baths are easy to assemble. You can not involve specialists, and erect the structure with your own hands.

The main advantage of this material is that it can always be found on sale at an affordable price. It has a beneficial effect on both health and the atmosphere in general. Let's break down a few more advantages of wood.

1. Low cost. If you plan to build a structure, for example, from brick, you will need to spend several times more of your money and effort.
2. Wood conducts heat well, so there is no need to think about additional insulation. All this allows you to save on construction costs.
3. Wood is an excellent noise insulator. Noisy groups can gather and have fun in these buildings.
4. Buildings last for decades - On average, such a bath will last up to fifty years, and with proper care the life of the room extends to a century. In this case, the wood practically does not rot. The only nuance - it is recommended to order the sauna under shrinkage, so that later during the construction work it will not lose volume.
5. There are dozens or even hundreds of options for buildings of this type on a turnkey basis. You can choose the solution according to your needs and personal wishes.

The main disadvantage of wood is its high fire hazard. At the slightest fire a flame erupts, especially with wood that has dried over time.

If you build a sauna on a turnkey basis, then later at the completion of construction can be a mismatch, especially such a nuance concerns door and window openings. To get a quality object, it is recommended to do the house under shrinkage - and all this takes extra time. You will need to wait 6 to 12 months for the construction work to be completed.

Poor-quality wood can be subject to rotting. So here you need to look for a balance between price and quality. It is better to choose wood from the average price range.

During construction, you should carefully monitor the work, whether it complies with construction standards to avoid emergencies. There are prescribed technologies, compliance with which is a mandatory procedure. It is necessary to make impregnation, which protects against fire, and to cover the wood with antifungal composition.

Before planning the project of the house-bath, it is necessary to decide on the place where the future construction will be located. It is important to pay attention to a number of details.

1. Building regulations. It is necessary to take into account where there are already ready communications under the ground, how close the structures will be placed to each other, as well as at what distance are the neighbors.
2. The topography of the area largely determines the feasibility of constructing a building. If there is a river or lake near the construction site, it is worth a little distance from such a natural phenomenon, because groundwater can later have a negative impact on the structure.
3. If there are other buildings close to the bathhouse, this only increases the likelihood of a fire. A distance of at least 8 metres is considered the minimum.
4. It is better if the sauna is located near nature. This not only provides a kind of isolation of the space, but also contributes to the recovery of the body.

When choosing a single-story option, it is necessary to take into account the fact that in such a building will accommodate a maximum of 2-3 people. You should think about how the rooms will be divided into zones between them, whether they will be made in the same style.

This is a very budget and compact option. The rest room, the steam room and the sink are located in it. The anteroom is placed practically in the entrance area of the room.

The bathhouse in 2 floors requires more investment of own funds and time, but it is worth it, especially if you plan to receive guests or live in the second part of the house in the summer or winter.

On the first floor you can place a steam room and a pre-bath. On the second floor there is a recreation room and a sink. If square footage and finances allow, you should equip dining and sleeping areas and install a shower.

The building with a veranda refers to the original construction solutions. It is based on a structure with one or two floors. Veranda is arranged according to the preferences of its owner. Here you can perfectly spend time with family and friends, organize picnics, relax, sunbathe and just soak up the energy of nature.

Veranda performed in their own style or in harmony with the interior decoration and details of the bath.

Swimming pool in the bath is located both indoors and in the area that is close to the structure. Finding a space with water in the building allows you to be in it in the summer as well as in the winter. If the pool is located on the street, then it is possible to bathe in it only at a certain temperature.

The size of the pool is determined by personal preferences and goals of the owner.

There are few finishing options for a wood bath. This is due to the fact that wood requires virtually no maintenance and looks complete, despite the lack of serious construction work.

Wood requires almost no external finishing. The only thing that can be emphasized is an original and practical roof or arrangement of the veranda and the adjacent territory.

If there is a desire, the wood base can be painted, but in this case there is a risk of losing the authenticity of the building. Therefore, it is better to immediately think through how the elements of the building will be combined with each other.

Since wood is a self-sufficient material, finishing inside requires a minimum of effort. If necessary, the space is sanded and covered with paint. This is necessary in order to preserve the pristine look of the wood.

In wooden baths, a combination with other materials may be allowed, for example, individual rooms are lined with tiles or decorative stone. Here it all depends on the taste and preferences of the owners, as well as the purpose in zoning the space.

The best finished examples of the interiors of a bathhouse made of logs are made mostly of wood. This adds harmony and coziness to the space.

• Saunas made of wood practically do not need additional finishing. All details are made of wood. These can be benches, water barrels, tables and chairs. The exception is a stove made of metal or bricks. Additionally, lamps, doors, shelves, and various decorations are made of wood.

• A beautiful combination in the interior of the sauna is the use of furniture made of natural or eco-leather. It is desirable to choose milky tones, so they can easily combine with the color palette of the rooms. Mirrors will also look unusual in the baths.

• It is possible to arrange the stove in an unusual way. Around it are nailed wooden shelves or simply placed memorabilia, crockery. If the room is large in size, and it is planned to periodically take guests in it or stay overnight, it is better to immediately think of a place to sleep. This can be an ordinary folding sofa, which is placed next to the living room or dining area.

• Another unconventional solution when planning the interior of a bathhouse - The use of stained glass, for example, to decorate the windows. Fixtures are also made of wood, carved variants are possible, which are covered with varnish.

• It will look beautiful to allocate a separate area for the stove and storage of firewood. If the stove is made of brick, then a small table made of wood is made on top of it. On it you can dine and store the necessary things. For firewood, the option of wicker baskets is suggested to be used.

• Separately, a place for storing bath accessories is thought out. This can be as simple hammered nails, as well as full-fledged lockers and shelves. Instead of mats it is allowed to use wooden bedding, which will emphasize the wood style of the interior. The final decoration of such premises is the selection of curtains and other textiles in the tone of the interior solution.

See the following video for an overview of the bath from the logs.