Why you should buy a barrel sauna
Baths have long been in the service of people - they improved health, treated ailments, looked after beauty, or simply relaxed. Medicine today still recommends visiting the bathhouse as often as possible for physical cleansing, while not forgetting about spiritual saturation.
To save time and money, today it is possible to buy and install a barrel sauna at the dacha and on the site of a country house.
Advantages of this design:
- There is no need for a foundation or construction itself - the bathhouse is installed very quickly;
- Reasonable price;
- The barrel sauna is manufactured in compliance with Finnish technology;
- Warming up occurs in just half an hour;
- The maximum acceptable dimensions for placement anywhere in a summer cottage;
- The sophistication of the structure will fit perfectly into the various landscapes of the garden yard;
- Special wood impregnation guarantees a high level of safety;
- The raw materials for the manufacture of sauna barrels are coniferous trees;
- The kit can be equipped with different types of stoves (wood-burning, electric, and stone).
When setting yourself the task of purchasing a sauna, you should not buy a “pig in a poke.” You definitely need to study all the market offers, as well as get as much information as possible about this product.
Liquidity
A distinctive feature of the barrel bath is its compactness and the absence of a foundation. Therefore, it is 100% mobile and easily transportable. If desired, it can be transferred to any place.
Capacity
The product with a diameter of two meters creates a comfortable stay for up to eight people. Tall height should also not confuse the visitor.
Installation
When buying a turnkey barrel sauna, you don’t have to worry - after all, the selling company takes care of all the worries. The entire installation will take no more than 6 hours.
Interior decoration
The inside of the room is carefully treated with persistent moisture-repellent preparations. This process allows you to operate the bathhouse for the longest possible time.
Equipment
In addition to the stove (at the consumer's choice), the set includes sun loungers, ladders of various configurations, benches and steps in front of the entrance to the bathhouse.
Construction Materials
Only coniferous trees are used to create a barrel sauna, which guarantees healthy steam, a wonderful aroma, and a high degree of improvement in well-being.
Safety
When developing a project, specialists scrupulously comply with all the rules and regulations of the structure and coating. We carefully select equipment that fully guarantees safety during the work process.
But the owners of a barrel bath should also follow certain rules for using the premises.
It is forbidden:
- Use explosive substances for kindling;
- Leave the firebox door open;
- Arrange drying of things in the immediate vicinity of the oven;
- Leaving children unattended;
- Disturb the condition of the structure;
- Independently correct problems that arise in the operation of the structure;
- Ignore the help of specialists.
Parameters and equipment
When choosing a barrel sauna for a summer residence, we are interested in the following parameters:
The length of the bath can vary from 2 meters (the smallest) to 6 meters. Step 50 cm. 6 meters is the maximum length of the product, because This is the maximum length of the profile board. It is not recommended to make a barrel sauna in a composite manner, otherwise there is a possibility that there may be cracks in the joints, which may allow penetration through them. Such a bath cools down faster and has a shorter service life. Make barrel baths only from a single length of board! Below you will see a video of the material preparation and assembly process.
The standard diameter of round and square barrel baths is 2100 mm. If desired, its diameter can be increased to 2200 mm and 2300 mm. Of course, it is possible to make a product with a larger diameter, but then your bathhouse in its finished (assembled) form will not fit into the truck for subsequent transportation.
If you need to order a bathhouse of a larger diameter, delivery in disassembled form (as a kit for self-assembly) is possible. The standard diameter of the Okta barrel bath is 2200 mm.
The weight of the bath depends on its size (length) and model.
Price policy
The cost of a barrel bath is acceptable to the consumer. Prices depend on many factors, such as:
- Options.
- Thickness of boards.
- Type of wood used.
- Number of departments in the building.
- Stove type.
- Additional components, accessories, decorative parts.
Even with such a fairly extensive filling of the finished product, the price for such a barrel sauna will be much lower than the cost of building a regular sauna. Therefore, it is very beneficial to cooperate with professionals.
Despite all the advantages of such a deal, many summer residents strive to build a barrel sauna on their summer cottage with their own hands. And it’s not that difficult, absolutely inexpensive and quite fast.
It is important to follow the recommendations of professionals and adhere to the instructions. The first step is to decide on the choice of existing types of barrel baths.
Foundation Features
There is no need to build an expensive foundation for a barrel sauna. Most often used:
- Concrete blocks;
- Cinder blocks;
- Screw piles.
You can do without supporting elements. In this case, carefully level and compact the soil. When placing a barrel bath, it is necessary to prevent direct contact of the material with the soil.
In the absence of a foundation, the structure is not permanent and therefore does not require documentation. In addition, if necessary, the structure can be easily moved to another location.
The absence of the need to pour a foundation reduces the cost of constructing this facility.
Japanese style barrel sauna
It is a large wooden bathtub. The stove built inside it allows you to constantly maintain a certain water temperature.
Preparation of materials
You need to start (after choosing a design) by preparing the boards. Experts advise sticking to the following dimensions: the width of the board is no more than 95 cm, with a thickness of about 50 mm. The number of boards should be prepared based on the size of the building.
- Next comes the preparation of wood for the walls, with the front wall having a doorway.
- Prepare very strong wooden beams from which stands for the barrel are made according to the drawings made. The walls are strengthened by tightening them with metal strips, identical to the hoops on the barrel.
- Window frames and door panels are adjusted so that the structure is a one hundred percent sealed room. The wooden benches and floors in the room are hewn and scrupulously sanded. Install a special window for ventilation.
- Thermal insulation of the furnace uses a special building material containing no radioactive substances, and also does not form limescale.
- First decide what type of chimney will be used. Depending on the choice, the necessary funds are selected.
- The roof of the building also requires a careful approach. Will it be a fairly soft coating, laid simply on the ceiling of the barrel, or the installation of rigid supports in the case of creating a gable roof.
- Stock up on the required number of stainless steel fasteners (nails or screws).
If you are planning a veranda, then it is also worth preparing the necessary building materials, tools, and fasteners.
Step-by-step instructions for building a barrel sauna.
Having prepared all the material, it is necessary to treat the wood with antiseptic impregnations, which play a protective role. After processing, the boards are thoroughly dried. You can begin installation.
Arrangement of a small pool
A small pool located inside the bathhouse can add the necessary comfort and increase the functionality of the main building. But is it worth giving up this element if the bathhouse has very modest dimensions and there is no room for a swimming pool? Of course not, because it is not necessary to arrange it indoors, because it can be done outside. But such elements should be included in the overall project if possible. After all, you will need water supply, heating and drainage. That is why many refuse such a troublesome undertaking. If possible, install:
- a portable pool, which is a metal frame complemented by plastic elements. For installation, you will need a separate bed, after which you will connect to the general water supply system;
- the font can be plastic or metal. Installation is carried out in a pre-prepared bed, as in the case of a portable structure. To use it, it is enough to connect to the general water supply system;
- a stationary pool is the most expensive and labor-intensive, since a whole pit must be dug under it. It will also require a decorative coating and is often used in the case of building a full-fledged bathhouse.
For the pool, you can additionally install water heating or hydromassage equipment. However, it is recommended to invite professionals to connect them.
Construction of the base of the building
To create a base for the building, on which the entire load of the building will fall, beams should be laid. Laying is done as follows:
- A certain number of beams are taken (depending on the length of the entire structure) with the corresponding parameters;
- Recesses are cut in accordance with the drawings;
- The boards of the bottom of the barrel are laid and secured in them;
- The beams are placed at equal distances from each other, with the first beam supporting the wall with the opening for the door;
- The laid beams are firmly attached, creating a single strong frame.
The base will allow you not to worry about the displacement of the beams when installing the barrel and its further operation.
Assembling a barrel sauna
Punctual adherence to all steps will give a positive result and the expected pleasure from using the barrel.
- Firstly, the support beams are installed in the intended place (with a slight slope) with communications connected for drainage and drainage from the inside of the barrel bath.
- Secondly, the center is marked in all the cut out recesses of the base and the board is attached.
- Thirdly, the floor of the building is sheathed. This is done this way:
- The boards are fastened on both sides in a sequential order;
- Attention is focused on creating a single contour with notches.
- Fourthly, fastening is carried out without additional fastening supports of the outer walls.
- Fifthly, the sides are sheathed with boards.
Selection of heating devices
The following products are suitable for a barrel sauna:
- Electric heater. It is easy to install and does not require a chimney. The best option for a small barrel sauna.
- Furnace with heat exchanger. The presence of a hot water tank, economical and rational functionality are the advantages of the device.
- Stove with chimney. The main advantage is excellent protection of walls and ceilings from heated air.
- Roof. Structures can be made of flexible tiles, sheet metal, which is laid on a waterproofing substrate on top of the building.
- Interior design.
It is preferable to treat all wooden interior surfaces, elements and furniture with linseed oil. This procedure will improve resistance to moisture. A recess is created in the floor for connection with pipes through which water drains.
For comfortable movement, a removable boardwalk is laid. Shelves are installed on the sides along the walls. Apply a covering of thermal insulating material to the surface near the stove.
Connect a tank designed to heat water. They are installing water supply pipes. They install a shower (if it is designed), design a shower tray, and install plumbing equipment.
If there is space, place a table. Connect the installed wiring with waterproofing to the electrical network. A place with water is set up near the barrel bath where you can rinse off after the steam room.
It is advisable to create an attractive landscape around the barrel bath.
Light steam and excellent well-being.
Kinds
In Russia, original barrel-shaped buildings came into use not so long ago. Such baths are common in Scandinavian countries and Japan. The idea of using barrels for bathing is not new. On the private plots and dachas of Russians you can see several types of barrel-shaped structures:
- Japanese ofuro. It is a barrel that stands on a base and has a bench and a partition inside. The structure can be installed indoors or outdoors. The building does not have its own roof.
The Japanese believe that bathing in ofuro helps bring inner feelings into harmony. The structure is easy to build, but preparation for bath procedures requires more time than warming up a closed steam room.
- Classic Finnish sauna. This type of steam room differs from other bath buildings in the presence of dry steam. To install it, it is necessary to organize a ventilation system. Several benches are installed in the steam room - beds with different heights and a stove. For contrast procedures, it is necessary to equip a shower or a pool with cold water.
- Russian bath. A steam room and a washing compartment are located inside the structure. Such a bathhouse in a barrel is quickly and easily assembled.
In the steam room there is a bench - a bench, a small stove-heater or an electric heating device. A washing room is required for contrasting water procedures. The boiler (stove) is placed so that the heater is in the steam room and the firebox is in the washing room. For a small room, small heating devices are purchased. A special feature of the Russian bathhouse is the presence of a waste water outlet.
