Why do many summer residents and owners of private houses choose a 6x3 bath plan? The first, and perhaps the most important advantage of such a structure is its relatively small size. Such a bathhouse does not take up much space on a summer cottage, but at the same time it can give a person all the benefits, namely the opportunity to relax, take a steam bath, get physical and emotional relief, so to speak, relieve the stress that our days are filled with in abundance.
The photo shows two layout options for this design - with an offset steam room and washing room and separate rooms for parka and washing. Everyone has the right to decide which of the proposed bathhouse plans suits them best.
2 options for a do-it-yourself bath made of timber
Advantages of a 6 by 3 bath
The bathhouse, with its centuries-old history, remains a desirable building today for most owners of country houses. Traditional Russian baths, as a rule, were small in size. The tradition turned out to be stable - when considering various options for these designs, customers often choose a 6x3 bathhouse. The demand for a compact and cozy bath structure is due to several reasons:
- The building takes up little space, which allows it to be erected on a modest-sized plot or placed anywhere in a large area.
- The cost of erecting a small structure is more attractive for future owners, especially if affordable building materials are chosen.
- Construction work is completed in one season; shrinkage of the compact structure is minimal (if timber is selected).
- Economical operation distinguishes small baths - they are easy to maintain, warm up quickly and require less fuel compared to large bath complexes.
Typical option with a small terrace Source dom-deshevle.com
Ideal oven
What should a stove for a bath be like? Some people prefer wood-burning, while others prefer electric. The most important thing is that the stove is as compact as possible and capable of heating water for washing and stones. The fuel used is electricity, wood and gas. The type of fuel will depend on the basic design, as well as on the size of the stove. You should not buy cheap Chinese-made stoves, since after a few months you will have to spend several times more to replace your stove with a German, Spanish, English, French or Italian model.
Project Features
The main feature of baths measuring 3 by 6 are their modest dimensions, which force us to be careful when drawing up the project. The goal of the design is to make the interior space as comfortable and functional as possible. The area in such a project, designed for two to three users, is distributed as follows:
- Washing room (shower). It is usually allocated 4 m2.
- Steam room. The recommended size is at least 6 m2.
- Restroom. Its area is 6 m2, sometimes up to 8 (if the project does not have an entrance hall). There is enough space to comfortably place a sofa and TV. You can allocate space for storing things and clothes.
- Tambour (hallway). In some projects they refuse it, preferring to increase the area of the rest room. And yet, a vestibule of 2 m2 is a fairly useful room, separating the interior space from the street (which is especially valuable in winter); You can also arrange a place to store firewood here. Sometimes a small veranda plays the role of a vestibule.
Project with vestibule, shower cabin and bathroom Source ddm-stroy.ru
Construction organizations offer a wide selection of ready-made projects for small baths 3 6. The dimensions of such a bath complex allow for redevelopment based on the preferences of the future owner. The bathhouse can be supplemented with a porch, veranda or terrace, which will make it more attractive in appearance and turn it into a favorite place to relax.
The layout of three rooms (steam room, shower room and relaxation room) has been time-tested and proven to be functional. There are no strict requirements for the size of the rooms; they (the sizes) can be moved in any direction, according to your taste.
See also: The most popular bathhouse projects.
Bathhouse: layout and division of the total area into functional zones
If earlier baths consisted of only one room, then modern versions of these structures include several rooms. These may include a washing room, a dressing room, a recreation area, a swimming pool, a billiard room, etc. So that in the future the owner does not have to resort to rebuilding and adjusting the building, even at the design stage it is necessary to make all important notes in the drawings of the bathhouse. The following points deserve special attention:
For convenience, modern baths include several functional areas
- interior layout;
- water supply system;
- electrical wiring;
- sewerage and drainage system.
Development of a bathhouse plan taking into account the conditions of the summer cottage
To create ideal conditions for relaxing in a bathhouse, you need to take into account some nuances that will allow you to avoid troubles during the operation of the room. It is desirable that the construction area be located on soils with low groundwater levels. Before starting to develop a project, you must immediately exclude all areas that do not meet this condition.
If there is a well on the territory, then the distance between it and the bathhouse should not be less than 5 m. The minimum gap between the steam room and the residential building is 8 m. The farther the compost pit and toilet are located from the bathhouse, the better. Experts advise making the entrance from the south. In winter, fewer snowdrifts form here, so there is no possibility of blocking access to the door. It is better if the windows face west, which will allow sufficient sunlight to enter the room.
If there is a pond at your summer cottage, by building a bathhouse 15-20 m from it, you can use it instead of a swimming pool. In addition, the presence of a river or lake near the structure will provide a water supply system.
Bathhouse project measuring 7.74 by 6.24 meters
For small areas (3-6 acres), 3 by 3 bathhouse projects are suitable; photos of such buildings are available in abundance on the websites of construction companies. Even in such compact buildings, the main room remains the steam room. The maximum possible amount of space should be allocated for the organization of this room - about 8 m². This is enough to install 2-3 sunbeds (shelves) and a stove.
Other rooms can be included in the layout of a bathhouse of 3x4 m or more (optional). The structure can be used for its intended purpose even in the absence of a billiard room or bathroom. A bathhouse cannot exist without a steam room. For this reason, the division of the internal space into functional zones primarily depends on the size of the project.
It is recommended to build baths at a distance of at least 8 m from a residential building
If you want additional amenities, you can include a small shower room or washing room in the design of a 3 by 4 m bathhouse. After the steam room, you can wash off the dirt and freshen up here. Typical projects are characterized by the presence of a relaxation room, which will be used during breaks between steam sessions. To organize it you will need 4.5 m².
Other rooms, for example, a locker room or vestibule, would also be useful. They are compact enough to fit into a 5 by 5 timber bathhouse project along with the main rooms.
Design of a bathhouse measuring 6x6 m with a second attic floor
Selection of material for construction
The bathhouse project can be implemented from different materials, the following options are common:
- Brick. Such buildings are reliable, durable, fit into any landscape and do not require special maintenance. The disadvantage of a brick bathhouse is the high cost of not only construction, but also operation - a brick bathhouse takes a long time to melt and needs a well-thought-out ventilation system.
Log bathhouse Source ddom78.ru
- Tree. Buildings made of timber or logs are classics of the country landscape. Wooden walls are cozy, retain heat well, without disturbing heat exchange. The advantage of wooden baths is economical fuel consumption, the disadvantage is the need for periodic maintenance of the walls; without proper attention they lose their attractiveness.
- Blocks. Modern building materials - foam blocks, cinder blocks, expanded clay concrete blocks - are a popular choice for the construction of a bathhouse complex. The material has good thermal insulation, significant dimensions and low weight, which reduces construction time.
Project planning from blocks Source sevparitet.ru
See also: Contacts of construction companies that offer the service of constructing small architectural forms.
The most practical in terms of price/quality ratio are buildings made of timber; The following types of material are used for the construction of walls:
- Non-profiled (solid) timber. Simple production and processing technology ensures low cost of lumber; The box is assembled easily and quickly. The main disadvantage is that the natural moisture of the wood will lead to cracking of the surface during drying and shrinkage if the walls are not sheathed immediately. In addition to additional finishing costs, you will have to take care of the problem of ventilation between the crown seams; otherwise, the structure will not retain heat well.
- Profiled timber. The material has factory-installed connection parts (tenons and grooves) that facilitate installation work. If the timber has been properly dried, the walls will have an excellent appearance - a smooth, perfectly flat surface that does not require external finishing. The disadvantage is the need for a technological break, during which the bath shrinks and the timber has time to dry. The drying process results in surface cracks, which is typical for solid wood.
Steam room interior Source kvartirnyj-remont.com
Characteristics of bath material
A bathhouse can be built from various materials, but timber is the most preferable option. This is due to the following factors:
- Ease of installation.
- No shrinkage.
- Ability to retain heat.
- Unlike a log house, timber elements are laid on the foundation without preliminary assembly.
- Affordable price of the building.
There are 4 main types of bars:
Comparative table of characteristics of laminated veneer lumber and regular timber.
- non-profiled with a rectangular or square section;
- profiled solid;
- glued;
- LVL timber.
For the construction of a home sauna, the most acceptable is considered to be a profiled beam of a solid structure, which has precise dimensions and appropriate processing. This material ensures a tight fit between the wood, which facilitates installation and eliminates additional processing of the walls. The shrinkage of a building made from such material does not exceed 5%.
It is better to make the first crowns of the bathhouse from hardwood timber. This type of wood rots less in conditions of high humidity.
Starting from the 3rd crown, the log house can be built from coniferous wood: spruce or pine. The natural resins contained in this material help retain heat indoors.
The timber material is made in different sections: from 120 x 120 mm to 200 x 200 mm. But the most appropriate for building a house is considered to be timber with dimensions of 150 x 150 mm in longitudinal section. For internal partitions, timber 150 x 100 mm will be sufficient.
Before starting construction, the wood must be treated with antiseptic agents to prevent rotting and the appearance of insects. If there are no special antiseptic liquids, then motor oil can be an excellent alternative.
Advantages of a turnkey order
A specialized construction organization undertakes the entire complex of work, freeing the future owner from the need to worry about a thousand little things. Experienced company employees:
- They will draw up design documentation in accordance with SNiP and fire safety standards, and calculate an estimate that will not be exceeded during the work.
- They will help you save money wisely by selecting high-quality building materials (many companies cooperate directly with suppliers, which has a positive effect on budget reduction).
- They will carry out turnkey work according to a fixed estimate, with quality control and in strict accordance with the project (standard or individual).
- They will provide a guarantee for the work performed.
Visualization of the layout of a bathhouse made of timber Source dom-deshevle.com
What must be in the bathhouse
You should understand what should be in the bathhouse. This:
- Steam room;
- Planned waiting room;
- Swimming pool or shower;
- Toilet;
- Locker room;
- A place to rest (usually located in the dressing room).
Layout with the dimensions of a bathhouse with a relaxation room. Everyone can adjust these spaces by adding something of their own. However, each of the rooms must be in a bathhouse; you can only add an additional one. In addition, the structure should be erected taking into account safety requirements, namely fire safety.
Example of finishing and design of a washing room
Features of construction and configuration of a wooden bathhouse
Turnkey construction means that after completion of the work, the bathhouse complex will be completely ready for operation. The customer becomes the owner of the bathhouse, in which utilities are installed, windows and doors are installed, and the stove is ready for use. This is preceded by multi-stage painstaking work, consisting of the following stages:
- Territory analysis, project development. If a standard project is used, it may require modification. An estimate is drawn up and a contract is signed.
- to the site .
- The foundation is being laid. Depending on the selected wall material, a strip or pile-screw foundation is selected.
- The frame is assembled including walls, roof, floors and ceilings, windows and doors.
- Finishing is in progress
- Communications are installed the stove chosen by the customer is installed (the work of the stove maker and electrician is paid separately).
- The object is handed over to the happy owner, who accepts the work and begins to use the bathhouse for its intended purpose.
Video description
About the layout of four rooms in the following video:
The basic package of a turnkey 3x6 bathhouse includes the following elements (the set may differ from company to company):
- Logs, strapping, rafter system; are treated with an antiseptic composition that prevents the appearance of fungus.
- The slope of the floor in the washing room is 3%. High-quality drainage allows the floor to dry out faster, and the foundation is not subject to the destructive effects of water.
- Shower tray with drain siphon.
- Window; usually there are three of them - in the relaxation room, washing room and steam room.
- Frame-panel doors with insulation. Depending on the presence of a vestibule, there may be three or four of them.
- The finishing of the walls and ceiling of the steam room and shower is made of dry coniferous lining, the shelves are made of linden or aspen, the wood of which does not emit resin. This material is durable and environmentally friendly; it is ideal for interior decoration of a bathhouse.
- The corners of the log house are insulated and covered with boards.
Project with a porch Source sk-brusnika.ru
At the request of the customer, additional options are included:
- is being installed .
- The roofing material is replaced (for example, euro slate with metal tiles).
- in the rest room .
- A shower cabin is installed (if it is possible to connect to the water supply).
The final cost includes the price of delivery of lumber, work and equipment. Without taking into account the work on constructing the foundation, the cost of a bathhouse made of corrugated timber with a cross-section of 100x150 mm starts from 300-330 thousand rubles, with a cross-section of 150x150 mm - from 350-370 thousand rubles.
What kind of layout can there be in a bathhouse?
Everyone independently chooses the interior decoration and material for the construction of the bathhouse. The same cannot be said about the space in the room itself. It is impossible to come up with a more ideal plan, so this is the standard that everyone who decides to build a bathhouse on the site takes into account.
Drawing with dimensions and layout of the steam room
Options for planning a steam room in a bathhouse
- At the entrance to the steam room there is a changing room. This is logical and correct. After all, entering the steam room wearing clothes and shoes is unhygienic and wrong. Upon entering the room, you should immediately put on bath clothes or wrap yourself in a sheet.
- The next room that should be in the bathhouse is the dressing room. Here, as a rule, a table for drinking tea is placed, and billiards can be installed. In general, whatever you have enough imagination for, comes true.
Design and interior of a dressing room in a wooden bathhouse
An example of dressing room finishing - Next after the dressing room is the entrance to the steam room. Near the steam room, of course, there is a washing room or a swimming pool, where you can refresh yourself after taking bath procedures.
