Domestic manufacturers are occupying an increasingly strong position in the market for bath stoves. Their products do not always have an attractive design, but the quality of the units and their properties are often at their best. One of these. This company began producing bath stoves 10 years ago, having previously studied the experience of leading and domestic manufacturers. As a result, “Varvara” bath stoves are in stable demand and have almost no complaints about quality.
Furnace structure using the example of the Varvara Classic model
Distinctive features
He develops bath units and supplies them to Russian markets from Tver . The manufacturer has created a whole model range, which includes budget and high-performance models.
To better describe the product and identify its features, we should consider the simplest design.
The design of the stoves is quite typical and simple.
Consist of the following elements:
- combustion chamber for burning fuel;
- afterburning systems in which flue gases disintegrate;
- grate and ash scoop;
- chimney;
- a protective casing that ensures heat transfer from stones into the room.
The operating principle is as follows:
- Cold air enters the convection channels (they are located between the stove and the casing) and is heated under the influence of draft. Then it rises and enters the steam room through the holes.
- Hot air circulates in the internal convection channel. Due to this, rapid heating of the stones is observed.
- Additionally, the combustion intensity is adjusted. All a person needs to do is open or close the ash scoop.
IMPORTANT!
The self-cleaning system is an important component of this brand of ovens.
It is a hole with a plug on the back of the unit . It is easy to clean with a regular brush.
Types of devices
The manufacturer claims that the Varvara stoves came into development after a detailed study of the advantages and disadvantages of similar units from competitors.
The company has released three types of stoves, each of which is unique. Regardless of the type, the heater will create a comfortable indoor temperature and good steam.
Kinds:
- stove without a tank - contour and without contour. The circuit type is suitable for heating water from a gas or electric water heater. The non-circuit type is used as a boiler for solid fuel. Perfectly warms a room up to 24 m3;
- with side tank . Suitable for saunas without running water. The capacity of such a tank is 50 liters, and the recommended heated volume is up to 24 m3;
- contour with top tank . Used in a bathhouse with running water. The tank acts as a passage through the ceiling. The steam vent releases steam to the street. The container has a volume of 60 or 120 l. Heats rooms up to 30 m3.
Mini-ovens have been developed for rooms with the smallest volume. They have a spacious heater and a 39 liter water tank.
Advantages of Varvara stoves
One of the biggest advantages is its relatively low weight. Even the largest stove of this brand weighs no more than 120 kilograms (without water, fuel and stones). Almost any floor can support this weight, but if you want to cover the stove with a screen to create softer steam, you will still have to strengthen the foundation for the stove, or provide for it at the planning stage.
On the back wall of the Varvara stoves, the designers provided a special window covered with a lid, which makes it easier to care for. Inside, in the firebox, a special sheet (smoke tooth) is welded, on which soot accumulates. This is the afterburner chamber and needs to be cleaned about twice a year. That's all care.
The advantages of Varvara bath stoves include the possibility of completing
Bath stove “Varvara” equipped with a remote tank
remote or mounted tank of decent volumes:
- The stainless steel remote tank, which can be installed on the second floor or used as a penetration through the ceiling, can be 120 or 60 liters in volume. Moreover, the manufacturer claims that thanks to the stainless steel heating circuit in the tank, which improves water circulation and increases heat transfer, the water in the tank will boil within an hour.
- The hanging stainless steel tank has a volume of 50 liters. With this configuration, the stoves are easy to install.
The advantages of these stoves include the fact that the models are being improved and refined. So, at the beginning of 2013, all models have a unified chimney - 114 mm, and since August, changes have been made to the design of the stoves: there are fewer seams in it. In two places, welds were replaced with bends, which greatly increased the reliability of the units. Varvara stoves have an afterburning chamber, which increases efficiency. The arched arch of the combustion chamber allows for uniform heating of all zones and better air circulation.
All Varvara stoves are equipped with an external fuel chamber, i.e. fuel is added from the dressing room. If desired, the door can be ordered with fire-resistant glass and you can admire the play of the flame.
Advantages and disadvantages
The main advantages of “Varvara” are considered to be the following key points::
- individuality. The manufacturer tries to take into account all consumer requirements. Therefore, stoves have different design features;
- a short period of time to heat the bath. The room warms up to the desired temperature in 1.5 hours;
- efficiency. Ability to use the least amount of fuel. The oven does not require additional maintenance. The cost is pleasant and affordable;
- wear resistance. The units are made of metal with a thickness of 6 mm, and the water tanks are made of stainless steel. Burnout of structural elements is minimized;
- ease of use. A person is not required to have specific knowledge and skills to light or clean the stove;
- attractiveness. Each model has a unique appearance that will complement any bathhouse interior.
Unfortunately, stoves are not without their drawbacks.
They are as follows:
- Heating of water in the tank occurs very slowly. Experienced builders recommend installing an additional heat exchanger on the chimney;
- accumulation of condensate in the chimney. This occurs due to improper installation of the pipe.
It is better to turn to professionals who have sufficient experience in installing Varvara stoves . All existing shortcomings will be eliminated.
Flaws
The disadvantages of Varvara stoves include perhaps not the most attractive appearance. If you plan to cover the stove with a screen (and this is the most reasonable solution), then the appearance should not bother you, and there are almost no complaints about the quality of these stoves. Although there is a “Fairy Tale” stove, which is lined with soapstone. This model cannot be called unattractive.
The stove for the Varvara Skazka bathhouse is lined with soapstone
Brand series and their brief description
Stoves are presented on the market in several lines:
- "Fairy Tale" and "Thermal Fairy Tale" . They belong to the convection-storage type of ovens. A bathhouse with a volume of up to 24 m3 is heated to the maximum, maintaining heat for a long time. The body is made of soapstone. There is a reservoir for stones: the “Skazka” has an open heater, and the “Terma Skazka” has a closed stove with a lid. This group includes subspecies with the prefix “mini”. These models differ in that they heat rooms up to 12 m3.
- "Kamenka" and "Therma Kamenka" . The first line has a closed heater, suitable for heating rooms of 12 m3 or 24 m3, depending on the modification. The second is stoves with open heaters, with similar characteristics.
- “Mini” - “without contour”, “mounted”, “with contour”. They are small in size, but are equipped with a spacious water tank - 50 or 55 liters. Suitable for installation in small steam rooms with a volume of 18 m3.
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Terma-Kamenka
This model does not have outstanding efficiency indicators or attractive appearance . The stove is characterized by stable functionality and good build quality.
The heater is equipped with a firebox and an ash pan of impressive size. One stack of firewood is enough to effectively warm up the bathhouse, followed by maintaining heat in it.
The time the premises are in a hot state is at least 1.5 hours.
The main distinguishing feature is the presence of a special sheathing in the form of a mesh . The steel body can be lined with bath stone or ordinary pebbles.
So the unit is able to operate like a traditional brick oven, but without overheating the air and hard IR radiation.
Characteristics:
- heated volume - 24 m3;
- equipped with a chimney with a top connection and a diameter of 11.4 cm, a “clean glass” system, and an ash box;
- material of manufacture - steel;
- type of fuel - firewood, additionally - stones with a total weight of 240-250 kg;
- dimensions - 56x112x82 cm;
- weight - 170 kg.
Advantages:
- strength. The stove is cast from grade steel 6 mm thick. This allows for the highest durability. The mesh casing does not bend under the weight of cobblestones;
- ease of use. Melting, let alone maintaining the desired temperature in the oven, is easy and simple. The user is required to clean the afterburner chamber and pipe from soot 2 times a year;
- saving. There is economical consumption of firewood. This point also applies to funds - the price of the stove starts at 18,000 rubles;
- Flue gases are removed quickly and efficiently.
Flaws:
- massiveness;
- no glass door;
- requires the purchase of special stones for the bath.
Kamenka
Available in two versions, which differ in the combustion chamber doors . The first type is made of cast iron, and the second is made of steel 4 mm thick.
The second type is equipped with heat-resistant glass.
They have 3 sizes of fuel channel extension - short (40 mm), standard (160 mm), extended (300 mm).
Characteristics:
- heated volume - 24 m3;
- power - 12 kW;
- there is a secondary combustion, chimney, flame adjustment, ash drawer;
- fuel - firewood, stones;
- dimensions - 56x78x63 cm;
- weight - 120 kg;
- price - from 17,000 rubles.
Advantages:
- variety of choice of models from this product line;
- excellent ability to quickly heat rooms and keep them warm;
- fuel efficiency;
- formation of therapeutic steam, the escape of dry air is excluded;
- affordable price.
Minuses:
- massive structure;
- rapid accumulation of soot.
Skazka (up to 24 cubic meters)
The oven combines an efficient convection-storage unit with an elegant appearance . It is able to warm up a room in a short period of time, retaining heat for at least 2 hours.
The walls and top of the model are lined with natural coil . Combustion in the firebox occurs evenly, covering its entire volume.
If the bathhouse is insulated according to the rules, the room heats up in 60-90 minutes.
The door is equipped with panoramic heat-resistant glass, which allows you to enjoy the colorful play of the flame.
Characteristics:
- heated volume - 24 m3;
- power 12 kW;
- fuel - firewood, additionally - stones with a total weight of 60 kg;
- there is a chimney with a top connection and a diameter of 11.5 cm, an ash drawer;
- the body is made of 6 mm steel, the door is glass, the cladding is natural stone;
- dimensions - 75x84x50 cm;
- weight - 200 kg;
- cost - from 27,000 rubles.
Advantages:
- The body is endowed with the highest level of strength. Resistance to mechanical stress, sudden temperature changes, and corrosion is observed;
- the stove has additional reinforcement of the firebox in places with maximum heating;
- the firebox is also reinforced in places that are most susceptible to deformation;
- There are practically no welds;
- high efficiency due to the complex design of the chimney with a secondary combustion chamber;
- the ability to load firewood up to 50 cm long, which affects fuel efficiency;
- service life reaches 15 years.
Flaws:
- massiveness;
- requires proper thermal insulation in the bath room.
Mini
This model was specially developed for small steam rooms . It is compact in size and easy to operate. The oven is very easy to light.
Heating time is 60 minutes, and the duration of maintaining heat in the room is at least 1.5 hours.
The afterburner and pipe require thorough cleaning 2 times a year.
Characteristics:
- heated volume - 12 m3;
- power - 8 kW;
- fuel - firewood, stones with a total weight of 90-100 kg;
- equipped with flame level adjustment, ash drawer, secondary afterburning, chimney with top connection and a diameter of 11.4 cm;
- case material - steel;
- dimensions - 47.50x71x66 cm;
- weight - 85 kg;
- cost - from 12,000 rubles.
Advantages:
- The highest level of structural strength is achieved by casting the furnace from grade steel 6 mm thick;
- the stones are placed in a mesh casing, which minimizes human contact with the unit;
- economical fuel consumption - 1-2 stacks of firewood are enough to effectively heat the premises;
- durability and attractive appearance.
Flaws:
- not marked.
Heater extended firebox
This is an accumulating type oven . Here the role of the battery is played by stones. They accumulate heat that comes from the unit. Effective protection against IR radiation is observed.
The main difference is the spacious firebox . Its extension is 280 mm, so the heating time of the premises is reduced to 60-90 minutes.
Characteristics:
- heated volume - 24 m3;
- power - 12 kW;
- equipped with a secondary combustion system, flame level adjustment, ash drawer, chimney with top connection and a diameter of 11.4 cm;
- fuel - firewood, stones - total weight 180 kg;
- dimensions - 56x78x92 cm;
- weight - 120 kg;
- cost - from 23,000 rubles.
Advantages:
- strength and durability, thanks to the manufacture of the case from 6 mm steel;
- there are additional reinforcements in weak areas;
- ease of installation and dismantling;
- economical consumption of fuel and money on their purchase;
- the area is heated to the maximum, hot, not dry air is retained for a long time;
- service life - 15 years.
Flaws:
- demands for additional thermal insulation of the bath room.
Kamenka \ panoramic door
The stove is a closed heater . The structure is lined with stone, which eliminates IR radiation from the metal. But this does not prevent the stones from acting as a high-quality and high-performance battery that perfectly retains heat for several hours.
Panoramic heat-resistant glass allows you to observe the brightness of the flame and decorate the interior of the bathhouse . A self-cleaning system is necessary to remove combustion products and maintain the cleanliness of the element.
Characteristics:
- heated volume - 24 m3;
- power - 12 kW;
- equipped with a secondary combustion system, flame level adjustment, ash box, chimney with top connection and a diameter of 11.4 cm;
- fuel - firewood, stones - weight 180 kg;
- dimensions - 56x78x78 cm;
- weight - 120 kg;
- price - from 27,000 rubles.
Advantages:
- the maximum contact area between the heated parts of the furnace and the stone is achieved;
- steel mesh casing increases the level of safety during operation of the model;
- strength, durability and reliability
- stability on any floor surface;
- easy installation;
- service life - more than 10 years.
Flaws:
- not marked.
Kamenka Mini Panoramic door
This is an accumulating type oven . Designed exclusively for small steam rooms. It is distinguished by its compact size, ease of operation, and the presence of a panoramic door.
The remaining parameters are as similar as possible to the previous model.
Characteristics:
- heated volume - 12 m3;
- power - 8 kW;
- fuel - firewood, stones with a total weight of 90-100 kg;
- built-in chimney with top connection, secondary combustion, flame level regulator, ash drawer;
- material - steel;
- dimensions - 47.50x71x66 cm;
- weight - 85 kg;
- cost - from 12,000 rubles.
Advantages:
- attractive appearance due to the presence of a beautiful panoramic door;
- compact dimensions allow the stove to be installed in any area of the steam room;
- high-quality removal of combustion products;
- strength and durability, thanks to the casting material - 6 mm steel.
Flaws:
- additional thermal insulation is required in the bathhouse;
- Hot air doesn't last long.
Fairy tale in soapstone
The main difference is the wall cladding with soapstone . The panoramic door has an elegant design, is characterized by heat resistance and tightness.
There is also a fairly deep internal heater, additionally equipped with a lid . Creates the atmosphere of a traditional Russian bath.
Characteristics:
- heated volume - 24 m3;
- fuel - firewood, stones weighing up to 60 kg;
- case material - steel, doors - glass, cladding - natural stone;
- there is an ash box, a chimney with a top connection and a diameter of 11.5 cm;
- dimensions - 83x88x45 cm;
- weight - 150 kg;
- price - from 43,000 rubles.
Advantages:
- strength, reliability;
- resistance to external adverse influences;
- service life - above 15 years;
- original design;
- rapid heating of rooms, long-term maintenance of hot air.
Flaws:
- massiveness;
- high price.
The lineup
Models “Classic” and “Polenitsa”
The stoves have similar characteristics:
- Weight 90-120 kg;
- The maximum volume of the steam room is 24 m3;
- Weight of stones – 50 kg;
- Fuel - firewood;
- Air heating from 20°C to 100°C in 60 minutes.
Drawing of the Varvara Classic stove.
Both can be equipped with a remote tank, which is connected to the existing water supply system (it is possible to fill the tank if there is a pump). This modification allows you to organize a shower - you will need to install a mixer. These models are also available with a water heating circuit made of 1.5 mm thick stainless steel. In this case, the stove can be connected to the heating system and used to heat rooms.
Models without water heater circuits are rational to use if water is heated in boilers. It is also possible to equip the stove with a hanging tank.
"Varvara Classic" with a hanging water tank
It is convenient to use a hanging tank in cases where water is not supplied to the bathhouse. The hinged tank can always be removed and washed, because it is no secret that plaque will form on the inner surface of the tank.
“Varvara Palenitsa” has slightly smaller dimensions than “Varvara Classic”.
Drawing of the Varvara Palenica stove
Externally, “Varvara Palenica” differs little from “Varvara Classic”.
Heater models
The two Varvara Kamenka models differ in the location and weight of stones and dimensions.
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 780x560x780 mm
- Weight: no more than 90-120 kg.
- Weight of laid stones: not less than 180 kg.
- Maximum volume of steam room: 24 m 3
- Heating time of the steam room from 20 0C to 100 0C (provided proper thermal insulation): 60 minutes.
- Combustion chamber offset: 140 mm
- Chimney diameter: 114 mm
- Power: 12 kW
- Heat-resistant glass (WxD): 305×290 mm
- Fuel: wood
“Varvara Kamenka” with glass and cast iron door
The smaller “Kamenka mini” is designed for rooms up to 16m3, the larger one can heat up to 24m3.
Sauna stove “Varvara Kamenka Mini”
Both ovens are equipped with a door with panoramic heat-resistant glass.
"Mini" and "Panorama"
The Varvara Mini stove has small dimensions of 735 x 390 x 670 mm and can be installed even in small baths. Can be equipped with a hanging tank (42 liters) or a stainless steel circuit for heating water.
Drawing of the Varvara Mini stove
"Varvara Mini" with hot water circuit
The Varvara Panorama sauna stove can heat a room up to 24 m3. It is equipped with a panoramic door made of fireproof glass, which allows you to enjoy the view of the flame.
Drawing of the Panorama stove
The furnace is made of ST-3 steel with a thickness of 6 mm.
Sauna stove “Varvara Panorama”
Varvara stoves are a good choice in terms of price/quality ratio. If you are interested in stoves made of metal 8-10 mm thick, check out the Zhara stoves.
