In this article we will offer several options for decorating the interior of a bathhouse and sauna - a conservative steam room, a comfortable wash room and a waiting room conducive to a pleasant rest, while we will consider the design styles that are best suited for such premises.

A bathhouse, whether it is a modest building standing alone on a summer cottage or part of a large country house, is not just a place where you can “steam bones” and take water treatments, but also an excellent corner for relaxation and a pleasant time in the company of friends.

But before inviting guests to your new bathhouse or sauna, you should make sure that its interior looks attractive. Interior design of a bathhouse is a most exciting activity. Firstly, it is here that you can easily afford unusual experiments with design, secondly, you don’t have to adhere to the general style of decorating the house, and thirdly, the bathhouse itself is a very interesting place, offering an extremely pleasant relaxation.

Bathhouse... Hot steam, delicious hot tea, cool water from the pool or shower. And also - an original interior, conducive to relaxation and communication

1. Russian bathhouse - Russian interior

Russian style is an almost ideal design option for a wooden bathhouse, built from rounded logs or beams and does not pretend to be particularly ostentatious or urban.

The beauty of this interior design is that it does not require significant expenses and can be decorated with your own hands. In addition, in such a bathhouse, equipped according to the national traditions of our country, it will always be homely and at the same time beautiful in its own way.

Russian style in a bathhouse necessarily means wooden walls that do not need additional decoration or finishing, a plank floor, a heater or Russian stove, simple, rough benches and a large, welcoming table made of natural wood in the relaxation area. The stove is usually lined with tiles or simply plastered and whitewashed.

An embroidered tablecloth, bath brooms hung on the walls, wicker paths and rugs on benches, as well as all sorts of little things that are dear to the owners’ hearts and, preferably, inherited from their grandmother, will help decorate such an interior.

The Russian style is perfect for those bathhouse owners who are in no hurry to throw away old things, for example, a massive sideboard made of Karelian birch, out of place in a modern living room, a real Tula samovar and a water ladle carved from solid wood. It is precisely such objects “with history” that will become the basis of the Russian style of bathhouse interior.

Of course, the Russian stove is not such a common attribute of a bathhouse today, but in terms of its functions, a more modern and compact heater will completely replace it

The best decoration for a Russian-style bathhouse will be traditional birch, oak, fir, alder, pine and linden brooms, rough wooden benches and a beautiful embroidered tablecloth on a massive table.

A striking example of how easy it is to create a real Russian interior. For this, all you need is a samovar on the table, an icon framed with an embroidered towel, popular prints, round seats on benches and a set of dishes that matches the style.

2. Variations on a country theme

This style, like the previous one, is perfect for decorating a wooden bathhouse, suggesting the creation of a “rustic” interior, without any special frills or ceremonial pomp that would be inappropriate in this case.

In general, Russian style and country music are very similar. However, country music will bring the traditions of other countries into the interior of the bathhouse. Thus, designers highlight American and French country, which will be distinguished by the traditional colors of textiles and the use of individual interior elements.

French country is more sophisticated than American country, which is considered one of the simplest. But the main features of this design direction are preserved regardless of the country of origin. So, the interior of a country-style bathhouse is:

1. Wooden furniture, usually light colors, perhaps artificially aged and simply varnished. The furniture is decorated with light carvings and polished, making it look somewhat more elegant than in the Russian style.
2. Bright dishes that will serve as a highlight in an otherwise very simple interior. Ceramics, blue-white or pale yellow plates, cups depicting rural landscapes, as well as dishes made of natural wood are appropriate.
3. Natural fabrics - cotton and linen of variegated colors.
4. Walls made of timber or logs.
5. Mandatory beams on the ceiling.
6. Ceramic tiles or boards on the floor.

A real ethnic corner, located in the relaxation area of ​​the bathhouse. In country music you can use not only wood, but also leather, wicker, and forged furniture.

Everything is simple and tasteful - this is the basic principle of country music. This option is more similar to the French “rustic” style than to the American one, which took a lot from the national traditions of Indian tribes

3. We combine the eastern traditions of the Turkish hamam and the Russian bath

Oriental style in the interior always involves the use of bright colors, lush textiles, exotic design elements and special furniture. How to combine in one room a traditional Russian bathhouse, seemingly completely different in style, and a Turkish hammam, exotic for our country?

In fact, if you do not go into the specifics of the bath procedure, but consider the issue from a design point of view, then the main difference between an ordinary steam room in a Russian bath and the hottest room Turkish hamam- in finishing. In the first case, wood is always used, and in the second, mosaic.

Yes, mosaic is much more expensive than simple wooden shelves. But the steam room will also look more original, formal and expensive. If your plans do not include a radical change in the appearance of the steam room, elements of the oriental style can be used in a room with a shower and a swimming pool - this is where bright mosaics and oriental patterns on tiles will be more appropriate than ever.

In addition, in the relaxation room at the bathhouse you can set up a full-fledged hookah bar by hanging bright curtains, installing a low table on curved legs and scattering colorful pillows. The result will be bright, inexpensive, and original.

Mosaic seats are the main stylistic difference between the Turkish hammam and the usual Russian steam room

Even the smallest dressing room can be turned into a cozy and lush oriental hookah room. Bright covers on the sofas, colorful pillows, a low carved table, light, multi-layer curtains and, of course, the hookah itself - that’s all you need for this. Yes, and you can drink tea not from an ordinary cup, but from a bowl, to emphasize the original style of the recreation area

4. Scandinavian style is a great option for a sauna

Another interior design style that strives for simplicity and naturalness, and therefore is ideally suited for a bathhouse or sauna. It is not for nothing that the Scandinavian interior is considered the predecessor of the eco-style that is relevant today. It is here that the simplicity and deliberate roughness of country are combined with the strict forms and proportions of the classics, ethnic trends find their modern continuation, and the naturalness of wood is adjacent to more technologically advanced materials.

In the Scandinavian style, you can decorate not only a wooden bathhouse or sauna, but also a brick structure, as well as a relaxation room, which will become an integral part of the house. In this case, plastered and painted walls in neutral tones will highlight the simple shapes of wooden or wrought iron furniture.

A Scandinavian-style bath or sauna is distinguished by its laconicism, functionality, light colors and simple decoration. It is important not to overload the room with details, while creating a few bright accents - for example, hanging a lamp with a rich red lampshade above the table in the rest room or decorating the wall with an unusual painting.

In the Scandinavian style, there can also be a lot of natural wood, as in country style. However, in general this style is more “urban”, versatile and allows you to combine wood with artificial stone and other modern materials

The steam room always remains the most conservative room in a bath or sauna. It is difficult to offer something new and original here. And yet, a Scandinavian-style steam room will certainly be distinguished by the lightness of light wood - most often linden, aspen and African abashi wood are used for this purpose, which is not afraid of either heat or moisture. Experts advise installing shelves with gaps of 1 to 2 centimeters

5. Exotic option - Japanese bath

If you prefer the Japanese style in the interior, you can build not just a bathhouse, but a Japanese-style bathhouse. The main difference between this option is the absence of a steam room as such - it is replaced by a barrel with hot water(furako) and a rectangular barrel with flavored sawdust or pebbles heated to 60 degrees (ofuro).

The room in which the furaco and ofuro will be installed should also be decorated in the style accepted in the Land of the Rising Sun. Bamboo screens, a large Japanese fan on the wall, natural shades in the decoration of the walls and ceiling - the laconic Japanese interior tends to natural simplicity.

If you do not intend to give up the steam room and purchasing furaco and ofuro is not part of your plans, you can decorate only the relaxation room in Japanese style. Tatami, a low table, a drawing of a sakura branch on the wall - decorating such an interior is not as difficult as it seems.

Light bamboo screens can serve not only as a partition, but also as a decoration for an otherwise ordinary wall, helping to create a Japanese interior in a relaxation room or washroom

A podium with scattered pillows and a low table can easily replace a traditional table and chairs in a relaxation room

Furaco is a barrel with a height of 1.2 meters and a diameter of 1.2-1.8 meters. You can also purchase larger copies. Furaco must be equipped with a water heater, a small ladder or a side chair, and the drain below must be connected to the sewer system

6. Modern classics

Most often used in fairly large relaxation rooms in a sauna or bathhouse. It assumes the presence of such classical elements as columns that serve as a space divider and decoration of walls, as well as arches, stucco molding and multi-level ceilings.

The classics are easily applicable in the interior of a bathhouse built of brick or cinder block, however, in some cases, elements of this timeless style can also be used in recreation rooms with walls made of timber.

At the same time, it is not at all necessary to turn a small dressing room into an analogue of an ancient hall. Sometimes it is enough to arrange doorways in the shape of an arch, decorate the ceiling cornices with molded elements made of polyurethane, lay the floor with matte tiles and purchase furniture with straight, laconic shapes.

A good example of a bathhouse interior with elements of classic design. Arched vaults, a multi-level ceiling, walls painted in pastel colors and simple tiles on the floor turned the dressing room into a very attractive and cozy room. At the same time, simple wooden benches, more appropriate in a country style, harmoniously fit into a rather austere interior

If finances allow, then an ordinary relaxation room in a bathhouse can be turned into a hall with all the attributes of a classic style

Even if your bathhouse is wooden structure and you don’t plan to decorate the walls with plaster, you can create a classic interior with the help of simple furniture of straight shapes, paintings in simple frames, traditional lamps for this style and light curtains with numerous folds

7. Art Nouveau sauna

Let us immediately warn you that modernism is not used very often in the interior of a bathhouse. If we compare it with previous versions, it is the complete opposite of “rustic” country and adheres to folk traditions Russian style.

And this is not surprising, because modernism involves the arrangement modern interior, the rejection of straight lines and strict forms in favor of abstract ones, bright colors, intricately curved lines of decor, large images of flowers and floral patterns - all this does not at all evoke associations with a traditional bathhouse.

However, if you are ready to experiment and are not limited in finances, modernism can be used as the main style of the bathhouse interior. This extraordinary approach will ultimately allow you to get an unusual and bright room, an amazingly beautiful relaxation room and really “have a blast”, experimenting with colors and shapes.

It’s convenient that modernism places virtually no restrictions on the choice of colors or finishing materials. This feature allows you not to limit the design impulses of sauna owners and make full use of modern technologies and the latest trends.

Bright mosaic is a must-have attribute of a washroom in the Art Nouveau style. Try to avoid strict straight lines, be sure to use bright lighting and at least a slight hint of plant patterns - only in this case the style of your sauna will be easily recognizable

Glass, leather, shiny chrome are quite appropriate in a modern style lounge. But traditional log walls for a bathhouse will spoil the overall impression of a modern and original design

Too bright? Well, the walls could have been painted in a less saturated color and without large images. But a round sofa with bright pillows in the sauna relaxation room will immediately tell your guests that it was Art Nouveau that inspired you to create such an unusual interior

And finally, a few tips:

1. You should not mix several styles when decorating such a small room as a dressing room or steam room. It is better to stick to the pre-selected direction and not turn the bathhouse interior into a chaotic collection of elements you like.
2. The steam room is a modest-sized room that performs a utilitarian function, so you shouldn’t overload it with decor. But using several types of wood of different shades or mosaics of two or three colors is quite appropriate.
3. The interior style should be chosen based on the material used to build the bathhouse - timber, logs, brick - each has its own optimal decor option.

Even the most modest bathhouse, built according to the principle “from what was there” on a summer cottage, can be equipped in such a way as to spend time here not only usefully, but also with great pleasure.

The bustle of a densely populated city makes us forget how useful it is to at least occasionally take a steam bath. However, not every steam room in the private sector can boast of aesthetics of internal and external appearance. And this is an important factor. It is unlikely that you will be able to rest your soul and body in a gray, dull building. Today we will talk about the interior decoration of the bathhouse. Let's figure out which material is best to use for a particular room, consider the stages of work that need to be done. It makes sense to look at the photos of the interior decoration of the bathhouse, which will be presented in today’s article.

The interior decoration of the bathhouse begins with the floor. It is filled with a concrete screed, on which logs and rough coating are subsequently laid, and then the finished floors are laid. The next stage is finishing the walls. The ceiling is finished last. But in order to carry out finishing work, you should select and purchase a material, the range of which is huge on the construction markets today.

After completion of construction, the first thing you need to think about is what is being done from the inside. Although no one bothers to lay a heat-insulating layer of penoplex or other material on the outside.

Materials used for finishing the steam room

The materials intended for such work are quite diverse. Among them:

• lining;
• block house;
• imitation timber;
• oriented strand board (OSB).

If we talk about benefits, aesthetics and compare the complexity of installing various materials, then lining wins in all respects. However, its cost, if we take into account quality products, is quite high. Let's try to consider all the listed finishing materials. This is the only way to understand which one to give preference to.

Lining: pros and cons of finishing material

The algorithm for working with lining is as follows. Guides are fixed on the wall - or a narrow thick board, in increments of 80-100 cm. Their location coincides with the planned direction of the lining.

Important! It is better to place the lining vertically - this will not allow dripping drops of moisture to linger in the connecting joints. If, nevertheless, it is decided to place the boards horizontally, then the tenon of the joint is directed upward, and the groove, accordingly, downward. This will prevent moisture from getting inside.

Having fixed the guides, we lay layers between them mineral wool(there is no need to compact it) and attach a vapor barrier material, the seams of which are glued with aluminum tape.

Good to know! When installing thermal insulation, special attention is paid to the corners. They are the “weak link” for drafts, cold from the street, and therefore heat leakage from the steam room.

We invite you to look at the photos of the arrangement of the baths inside with your own hands:

The nuances of finishing a bathhouse with clapboard inside with your own hands

Like any job, lining a bathhouse with clapboard has its own nuances. The main one can be called fastening the finishing material to the sheathing. To do this, you can use nails (preferably “German” ones with a corrugated surface). However, it is best to use .

The microclimate in the steam room changes periodically, which leads to expansion and drying of the wood. Over time, this will lead to the fact that the nails will no longer perform their function - to hold the lining on the sheathing. In this sense, the screw auger is more reliable.

Important! Before you start finishing works you need to treat the lining with an antiseptic and fire retardant and wait until it dries completely. This processing is only needed once.

Block house: what kind of material is it and how to work with it

A block house (from the English block house) is a kind of lining (according to the method of connecting parts). However, the appearance of the block house is different. The finished wall looks like it is made of logs. The material is used for facades and interior finishing works.

Installation of a block house is no different from lining, but there is one nuance in its application. The coating requires treatment with antiseptics and fire retardants at least once every 2-3 years.

Important! When choosing such a finishing material, pay attention to the type of wood from which the blockhouse is made. For the interior lining of the bathhouse, only hardwood is suitable (linden is the best option). For the dressing room, cheaper ash or white acacia wood is chosen. Exterior finishing is done with coniferous trees - pine or spruce (aspen is allowed).

The photos of the bathhouses outside and inside below will allow you to draw up a general concept for the future project:

Imitation timber: features, advantages, disadvantages

Again, the technology of wall cladding is similar to lining. However, panels imitating timber are wider. In addition, they have a serious advantage - they do not crack when there are changes in temperature and humidity. This is achieved through grooves along the inside, which serve to relieve tension in the wood.

The choice of material is subject to the same rules as in the case of choosing a block house. Speaking about the disadvantages, we note only unscrupulous manufacturers and violations of drying technology. Apart from the “human factor”, imitation timber has no disadvantages. The average service life of such finishing material is 10-20 years.

Useful information! If you don’t have the desire, time or opportunity to line the inside of the bathhouse yourself, you can turn to professionals. But such services can make a significant hole in the family budget. According to the most conservative estimates, the cost of finishing 1 m2 will be 2000-2500 rubles.

Laying tiles - do it yourself or turn to professionals?

Ceramic tiles are used to finish the floor. Less often it is used for walls. Inexperienced home craftsmen are afraid that they cannot do such work on their own, but this is a misconception. In order to dispel doubts, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the step-by-step instructions for laying tiles using the example of kitchen or hallway flooring. The work algorithm is identical. The only difference is in the composition of the tile adhesive - for a bath you need to choose a composition that is not afraid of high temperatures.

Related article:

Photo examples of layout options, advantages and disadvantages of coating, technical specifications and tile sizes, selection criteria, laying details, recommendations from specialists - read in the publication.

There are some nuances in choosing tiles. You should pay attention to the surface - glazed is not suitable here, the surface should not be smooth, preventing slipping. In general, the flooring in a steam room requires a special approach. Let's try to analyze it in more detail.

Rules for laying the flooring of a washing room or steam room

The first thing you should pay attention to is the screed. It is performed in 3 stages. First, the first layer is poured. After complete drying, thermal insulation is laid, after which the finishing layer is poured. In this case, the floor covering should be 5-20 cm higher than the poured concrete.

When installing wooden floors, the “leaking” option is often used, when water seeps freely through cracks in the floor. External installation will be required here. This method of drainage is simpler and does not require much time, effort and money.

The second option is leak-free, sealed floors. Most often used when finishing floors. In this case, the floor is sloped in a certain direction, and a drain is installed at the lowest point - a drain hole. Under the floor from the drain there is a sewer or.

However, in addition to drainage, the flooring in the bathhouse has one more nuance - the use of tiles requires heating. Ceramics is a cold material. Considering that the temperature below is always lower than above, you should consider the system.

Options for installing heated floors in a bathhouse

Heated floor systems are quite useful not only in the apartment, but also in the bathhouse. The main task here is right choice kind. They may be:

• electric(using a heating cable);
• water– using a coolant heated by a boiler;
• – a relatively new type of heating with infrared radiation.

If we talk about wooden floors, then the optimal (albeit quite labor-intensive) solution would be to use water heating. Tiled flooring is more compatible with electric heated floors using cable. Installation of infrared heaters in “warm floor” systems in bathhouses is rarely used due to their high cost. Although the energy savings of this type of device are significant compared to a cord.

Bathhouse interior options: photos of various rooms

As you know, a bathhouse can be divided into several rooms, each of which is decorated based on the preferences of the master. This may be one style, or perhaps each of the rooms will be decorated in its own way. Now let's look in detail at how it can be done interior decoration do-it-yourself baths, depending on the purpose of the room. But first you should familiarize yourself with the ideas of home craftsmen. Below are design projects of baths created not by professionals, but by ordinary people:

Design of a steam room in a bathhouse: several photo examples

The steam room is the heart of the sauna. It should be light and cozy. Here, like in no other room, special attention must be paid to the choice of finishing material. It must withstand changes in temperature and humidity, and not swell from steam. At the same time, appearance is of great importance. For example, if you decorate the steam room inside with wood coniferous species(pine or spruce), then after several washes the walls will darken and acquire a gray, unsightly tint. Moreover, regardless of what protective compounds they were treated with. We invite you to look at the photo of the interior decoration of the steam room. Perhaps they will give the reader some thoughts:

Interior of a washroom in a bathhouse: finishing features

A washing room in a bathhouse is a room whose walls are constantly exposed to splashes or even jets of water, which means you need to take care in choosing a material taking this nuance into account. If we are talking about wood, then larch or linden is used - these varieties are best suited for such operating conditions. However, the best option would be to finish the floor and walls with tiles. To make it clearer how the washing room is finished, pay attention to photographic examples of finished premises of this type:

The best photos of the interior decoration of the bath: shower room or cabin

Today, home craftsmen prefer shower cabins, which is not surprising. They can be installed in a washing room, their installation is simple, and such devices will not take up much space. The finishing is done in the style of a washroom or is not required at all if the shower cabin was purchased in a store, factory-made. Below you can see what a shower room might look like in a bathhouse interior:

Relaxation room in the bathhouse - interior design of the required premises

Such rooms are designed to allow you to take a break from the hot steam. The temperature in them is maintained cool, which is facilitated by the good thermal insulation of the steam room and the location between it and the dressing room of the washing room.

Decorating a relaxation room involves the use of various materials - strict requirements, as in the decoration of a steam room or washing room, are not imposed on them, but the aesthetic appearance is even more important here. Darker tones are used. The ideal wood for finishing the dressing room would be bog oak. For example, you can pay attention to the photo of the design of dressing rooms, the finishing of which was carried out by home craftsmen:

And a few more photos of the interiors of the bathhouse and relaxation room:

Looking at these photos of the interior design of bathhouses with rest rooms, it’s hard to believe that the finishing was done by craftsmen without any experience or education as a designer, but this is a fact.

Decoration of the dressing room in the bathhouse and its features

The locker room is the driest room, and therefore finishing materials There are no high demands. It is even possible to use pine or spruce - after all, the microclimate here will be similar to a living space.

Important information! If coniferous wood is chosen for finishing the locker room, you should take care of the external coating of the lining, block house or imitation timber. Protection here is needed not so much for the wood, but for the clothes that will come into contact with the walls. Coniferous boards can emit drops of resin, which can be quite problematic to clean from things. Below are photos of the interior decoration of the sauna, namely ideas for a changing room in the bathhouse.

Do-it-yourself exterior decoration: photos of beautiful baths

The decoration of the facade of the bathhouse is no less important. In addition to aesthetic ones, it also performs protective functions. Let's look at examples of the design of the appearance of baths in photo examples:

Conclusion

Summarizing the information presented, we note that with the right and thoughtful approach to finishing a bathhouse, you can do it on your own, without the involvement of professional craftsmen. Additional savings are achieved through a thoughtful approach to material selection.

If all actions are carried out in compliance with simple rules, the steam room will last for many years and will delight you with its aesthetic appearance for a relatively low cost. But the main thing is the incomparable feeling of relaxation that a village bathhouse heated with birch logs gives.

And finally, we suggest watching an educational video on the topic of insulating the ceiling of a bathhouse.

In terms of quality, practicality, as well as aesthetic characteristics, a bathhouse made from wood beams is practically no different from one built from rounded logs, but the construction process is much simpler and does not require special skill.

A wooden bathhouse is considered truly Russian, since once upon a time in Rus' every building was erected without the use of nails, but as efficiently as possible.

So, let's talk about building a bathhouse from natural timber.

What are the criteria for selecting timber for a steam room?

One of the significant stages in the construction of a bathhouse is, of course, the choice of massif. After all, the characteristics of the bath directly depend on this.

First of all, pay special attention to the absence of any cracks in the logs, which, when expanded in the future, will become the cause of defects and rotting of the massif during shrinkage.

In addition, the wood should not have blue highlights, indicating internal rotting, which is associated with the presence of fungi.

It is not recommended to build a building from such material. In addition, the timber is defective if there is a wormhole on it.

At the same time, a good timber is absolutely smooth. If there are defects, as well as various distortions, this will not have the best effect on the arrangement of the crowns; accordingly, the construction of the steam room can take a long period of time.

There are several types of timber: solid and profiled. The second option is equipped with tenons and grooves that can be ground. Such parts are easier to connect to each other.

The most important advantage is that such walls are not susceptible to the adverse effects of moisture. As for the downsides, the material has a low degree of fire resistance, which means it must be subjected to additional processing with propylene.

Solid timber is also used in construction. However, it does not look attractive in appearance, so it is covered with siding.

Types of modern baths

Today there are a variety of types of modern baths, namely:

With attic

This is one of the common options for a steam room with an attic roof and a veranda. At the top of the structure there is a bedroom where you can relax comfortably after taking a bath.

And the veranda is a great place where you can drink a cup of aromatic tea.

With terrace

Are you planning to build a barbecue in your country house? Then build a steam room with a terrace where you can install a stove directly. After time, you can create a pond in front of the steam room.

With veranda

A bathhouse with a spacious veranda is considered one of the simplest structures.

In this case, it is preferable to glaze the veranda and use it as a summer recreation area or kitchen space.

With porch

Are you a fan of the true Russian bathhouse? Then build it with a spacious porch, which is not just beautiful, but also as practical as possible.

A small table, a traditional samovar and the splendor of the surrounding nature.

With a veranda and a spacious roof

Such a steam room has great advantages - a covered veranda, as well as a wide attic area. This option will create a small foundation.

Foundation

A long-lasting bathhouse, created from timber, can be erected on a strip or columnar foundation.

To construct a strip foundation, formwork is built and filled with concrete mixture. Inside the foundation there will be a strip of sand or crushed stone.

A couple of weeks after the concrete has completely hardened, you can begin laying the frame.

To create a columnar foundation, it is necessary to place brick pillars, under each of which a concrete cushion is placed to prevent subsidence.

However, no matter what type of foundation you choose, it is important to strengthen it with reinforcement for durability.

You also cannot do without practical waterproofing created between the original crown and the base. For these purposes, bitumen is applied to the foundation surface in molten form, which is laid with an even layer of roofing material. As soon as it hardens, the procedure must be repeated.

If you have decided to build a reliable and beautiful bathhouse, then be sure to get a project and, based on our recommendations, make your dreams come true.

Photo of a bathhouse made of timber

Today, the bathhouse is increasingly gaining popularity among people rushing in the cycle of modern life.

The beneficial properties of bath procedures on the human body have long been proven by science, which is why many owners of personal plots strive to build this structure in their yard.

This article brings to your attention material with which you will become familiar with modern approaches used in construction for these premises.

For visual convincing, just look at the selection of photos that show ready-made solutions regarding the construction of the entire frame and interior decoration.

Types of bath projects

Any construction begins with a project that will allow you to imagine what the final appearance of this structure will be and how many necessary materials you will need for this.

In addition, the development of the project includes such parameters as the choice of location for construction, dimensions, as well as information about the decor and design used.

The most common types of bathhouse projects are:

• Construction of a 3*3 m structure, consisting of a standard set of premises - a dressing room and a steam room;
• Construction of a 3*5 m structure, here a recreation room with a small kitchen is added to the standard set of premises;

• A plan with dimensions of 4 * 4 m implies the presence of a terrace in addition to the type described above;
• The design of a bathhouse with dimensions of 5 * 4 includes the entire complex of premises of a modern steam room, which can also have a separate toilet, a games room, and a salt room.

Basically, the choice of project depends on the available space on the plot and financial capabilities.

Choosing a foundation for a bath

Often, during the construction of this structure, one of three main types of foundation is used. It can be a strip, column or pile foundation.

Tape. It is the most common type of foundation for the construction of most structures, including a bathhouse.

The advantage of this foundation is that it can withstand heavy loads, therefore, if your future building will have relatively impressive dimensions made of brick, then this foundation option is ideal for construction.

Columnar. It has distinctive features associated with the simple construction of this foundation and small financial investments; it is mainly used for relatively light structures made of timber.

It is erected exclusively in places where heavy loads occur, which mainly occur at the corners of the building and at the intersection of load-bearing structures.

Pile. This type of foundation is necessary for those who are forced to build their bathhouse on “moving” soil.

This is a reliable type with a rather labor-intensive construction process, and is justified precisely in those regions in which this type of soil dominates.

Mistakes made when building a bathhouse

Despite the existence of a developed project and the seriousness of the attitude towards this matter, mistakes still occur that are characteristic of a person when building with his own hands.

It is necessary to pay attention to the following points during construction.

Proper planning of the size of the interior spaces is necessary. A bathhouse designed for 2-3 people should not be less than 10 m2;

An acceptable ceiling height for such a structure is considered to be 2-2.5 m. If the figure deviates downward from this figure, visitors will feel discomfort, and if it deviates upward, there will be an overconsumption of coolants;

It is recommended to choose materials used to build a bathhouse in a country house or garden that are lightweight and energy-saving.

Particular attention must be paid to the main bath equipment. It should not only look beautiful, but also meet all safety standards for such structures.

Photo of a bathhouse at a summer cottage

The bathhouse is a place where you can relax and unwind, and throw off the burden of everyday work. With the help of bath procedures you can remove toxins from the body and improve sleep. Nowadays, many different plumbing innovations have appeared, but the bathhouse is still one of the leaders in popularity. Let's consider the features of the interior design of the bathhouse, finishing options in various rooms.

Requirements

When deciding what the design of a bathhouse will be, you should think not only about the aesthetics of the premises. Baths must meet certain requirements to ensure the safety of visitors. The most important rules can be highlighted.

• Make sure that all wood surfaces are smooth and free of burrs and protrusions.
• Only wooden products should be used in the steam room, so you can avoid burns from very hot surfaces.
• The corners of benches and shelves must be rounded, otherwise bathhouse visitors may be injured.
• Hang signs on the doors that will indicate the purpose of the premises. This will make it much more convenient to navigate the bathhouse.
• Elements of the bathhouse interior should not cause irritation or other negativity. You should strive to create an atmosphere conducive to peace and relaxation.

• Nothing should interfere with movement around the premises in the bathhouse.
• Materials that are environmentally friendly and safe for human health should be used.
• For use in a bath, you should choose materials that are easy to clean.
• When deciding on the design, consider the size of the bath. If it is small (for example, 3x4 m), it is better to do without unnecessary objects - they will only get in the way and impede movement. When arranging fairly large baths (6x6, 5x4 m, and so on), you can think less about saving space.

Finishing

It is not recommended to apply plaster or paint to ceilings in steam rooms. Due to temperature and high humidity, such coatings very quickly cease to be aesthetically pleasing. You can use wood or Termocork cork coverings designed specifically for baths.

There are no strict requirements for rest rooms, but it is better to make such a room consistent with the general design concept. For this reason, many people choose wood. You can paint the walls, but you should choose a paint that is highly resistant to temperature and humidity.

Design options inside

Picking up suitable option When designing a bathhouse, you need to take into account the characteristics of specific rooms (humidity level, temperature). For washrooms, for example, only certain materials that are highly resistant to liquid are suitable (many people choose standard tiles). When decorating a relaxation room, you can already show your imagination. Let's consider the recommendations that you need to follow when decorating certain premises.

Washing room

The washing room can be made adjacent to the steam room or arranged as a separate room. You can install a shower tray or a washing cubicle. If, for example, the bathhouse is not located near a private house, but is public, and therefore there will be a lot of visitors, it is better to make several showers (usually two or three are enough).

The washroom should contain more than just a shower. To make visitors feel as comfortable as possible, shelves, mirrors, and comfortable benches should be purchased for such a room. The washing room may contain a small pool (if it is not very small). You can install a cast iron or acrylic bathtub with a pouring bucket in such a room.

The most suitable material for a washroom is ceramic tile materials. If the washroom is quite small, you should opt for plain tiles, but in a large room you can experiment with different color combinations.

Waiting room

The dressing room is an entrance hall, which can also be a locker room (however, in some cases the locker room is located separately). Since the dressing room is the place from which the bathhouse begins, it must be equipped so that guests are greeted with comfort and warmth.

If such a room is quite large, you can equip a rest room in it. To make the atmosphere comparable to home, you should take into account various little things. You can put a large table, a stereo system, a TV, a refrigerator, and hang pictures.

If you make the dressing room not an ordinary hallway, but a multifunctional room, you will need to insulate it. Some people prefer to make a dressing room in the form of a veranda combined with a bathhouse. The veranda can also be equipped as a wonderful relaxation room, ideal for use in the summer.

If we are talking about a simple bathhouse cut from a log, you can do without any frills. The dressing room itself will look very interesting. It will only be necessary to treat the wood surfaces with special protective compounds. If the building is, for example, brick, you will need to take care decorative design surfaces.

The design can be made both classic and modern. It is possible to beautifully decorate a room using contrasts or, conversely, choose such color combinations so that they look as harmonious as possible.

The ideal option is a simple “homey” environment, which immediately evokes associations with comfort.

Steam room

The steam room is usually entered from the dressing room or wash room. Such a room is most often arranged on the ground floor. It is recommended to choose a door made of wood or tempered glass for the steam room. There should be no metal elements on it, otherwise they will become very hot and people will start getting burned by them. Only door hinges can be metal.

For one visitor to the steam room, one or two square meters in the room will be enough. A place for a stove should also be provided. The optimal ceiling height for a steam room is about 2.5 m.

You should not make such a room too large, otherwise it will take a long time to warm up, and the air will become dry when the stove gets very hot.

It is recommended to create shelves from deciduous trees, but it is better not to use oak. When such wood gets very hot, it becomes very slippery. Can be combined various types, but the wood in any case must be of high quality: without mold, rotten areas, resin pockets, knots. To control humidity and degree of heating, it is recommended to use a hygrometer or thermometer in the steam room.

The stove in bathhouses is most often installed next to the door. It is very important to ensure that surfaces near the stove are insulated. Surfaces can be insulated using stainless steel, ceramic tile coverings, bricks, and asbestos cardboard.

You should not choose coverings made of panels, PVC tiles, linoleum, rubber, or plastic for the steam room. It is customary to create the ceiling in a bathhouse from boards, lining, timber: it is wood that helps create a pleasant aroma in the steam room.

Kitchen

Such a room is most often the most spacious in a bathhouse, because many people set up a guest lounge there. Usually in the kitchen there are many products made from wood. Wood helps create an atmosphere of coziness and comfort in the room. However, such surfaces should be coated with compounds that make the wood more resistant to high humidity, which is typical for a Russian bath. The kitchen floor should also be liquid-resistant and non-slip.

In the kitchen room in the bathhouse, it is recommended to use wide benches, which should be as comfortable as possible, and a large wooden table, at which all guests can easily sit. You should make sure you have a samovar or kettle, shelves for all the necessary things, and purchase a sufficient amount of dishes. You can place video and audio equipment in the kitchen.

Locker room

It is recommended to place the locker room separately from all other rooms in the bathhouse so that all visitors can feel as comfortable as possible. When arranging a locker room, you need to take into account the recommendations of specialists.

• Make sure the ceilings are high. A person must be able to stretch his arms above his head without interference, otherwise it will be very uncomfortable in such a room. The optimal option for a locker room is about 2.5 m.
• The locker room should provide sufficient seating for visitors.
• For the floor, choose a material that is non-slip and warm. You can use a carpet; a suitable option is to install a heated floor.
• It is recommended to hang or place a mirror in the locker room.
• It should be provided electrical sockets(several or one).

Toilet

You can combine the toilet with a washroom, or allocate a separate room for it. In the second case, it is recommended to install not only a toilet, but also a paper holder, a sink with a mirror, a shelf or even a small cabinet. To decorate the toilet you can use the most different materials: linoleum, cork, plastic elements, classic tile coverings and so on. You can also experiment with combinations of several materials.

It is recommended to pay great attention to ventilation in the bathroom. You can use a heating device in such a room to make it more comfortable in the winter season. If you do not want to spoil the interior of the washroom, you can also place a boiler in the toilet.

You should not place the toilet near the room where people rest. Otherwise, the bathroom will begin to irritate vacationers, they will smell unpleasant odors.

If you combine a toilet with a washing room, it is better to decorate such rooms in the same style. You can separate the toilet using a curtain or partition. In combined rooms it is better to use standard tile materials.

Various styles

The interior of a bathhouse in a country house can be decorated in any specific style. This way you will not only have a good rest and relaxation, but also receive aesthetic pleasure. You can make a bathhouse “German”, decorate it in an antique style, or decorate it in a high-tech style - there are a variety of options. Let's look at the styles that are best suited for such spaces.

Russian

The Russian style is ideal when it comes to a bathhouse in the village. For the construction of such buildings, rounded logs and timber are often used. The wooden walls of a village bathhouse will not have to be further decorated or finished with anything. The interior design is interesting in itself.

In such a bathhouse you can install rough benches, large tables, buffets, and a stove-stove. To create the necessary atmosphere, one should not forget about the little things: wooden ladles, embroidered tablecloths, old samovars, and so on. Rooms in a Russian bath can be decorated using brooms.

Country

This style is well suited not only for elite, but also for fairly simple baths. It is a little similar to the Russian style, but country music has certain features borrowed from foreign traditions. Wooden products are also usually used, but this style is characterized by the use of beams, colorful linen and cotton materials, and bright dishes.