Visiting Russian baths is very popular among the people, because this is a good occasion to chat with friends, raise good spirits, and generally improve your he alth. A sauna made of wood is a wonderful addition to the interior of your yard. Bathhouses made from solid logs or beams are especially popular.
No wonder since ancient times only solid wood was used to build baths. Assembly speed, high heat retention, the presence of resins and phytoncides in wood, which have a very good effect on the human body, are invariable pluses. However, we must not forget that the construction of a real bath is not in a hurry.
When erecting, it must be borne in mind that the humidity in such a room is always increased. Therefore, special attention is paid to the ventilation and heating system, which must be constantly maintained in perfect order. Proper insulation of the bath from the inside is also important. Walls and windows should be well insulated. The comfort of stay will be greatly disturbed if it blows from the windows, and from the walls and the floor it is cold.
An important detail in the construction of a bathis the selection of wood for the foundation and walls. It is recommended to use softwood with a circumference of 20-25 cm, as it is easier to work with than thicker wood. After the construction of the log house, it is necessary to let it settle for up to two years, so that the structure dries up and sits down. After that, you can take on the insulation of the bath from the inside. After shrinkage and drying, gaps will appear between the logs, which must be caulked on both sides. If their dimensions are large, then you will have to make a more serious warming of the bath from the inside and outside. It consists in the use of glass wool insulation. This procedure is necessary to maintain a dry air mass in the steam room. It is best to complete the insulation of the bath from the inside by lining the steam room with a linden board. Linden panels can be sheathed on the walls and outside. Very often, the same method is used to insulate a brick bath from the inside.
Don't forget about the windows. They must be cut below the shelves to accept steam treatments. Only with this arrangement of windows can they be opened in the process of taking steam baths, and steam will not escape. Equally important is the correct glazing of windows. Window openings should be made small, and glass should be inserted with double frames. Slots between frames must be caulked or sealed with vulcanizing rubber, glass with putty. Window fittings are lubricated with anti-corrosion grease. Also, double-glazed windows are used for glazing baths, and vents are already installed in them. Doors are insulated by upholstering with felt on the outside.
Special attention should be paidceiling insulation. There are various ways to do this. One of the most popular insulation materials today is clay mixed with straw or sawdust. Wall insulation from the inside in the bath can also be done using clay. At the same time, all joints and cracks in the walls are smeared, and then heaters and vapor barrier are applied. If these conditions are met, the comfort of your procedures is guaranteed!
