Building a bathhouse in the country and or on the site of a private house is the best way to take care of your health. To stay in the room gives comfort and pleasant sensations, it is important to properly finish it from the inside. The best option is natural wood lining. The material retains heat well, has a high decorative effect, fills the sauna with a pleasant aroma when heated. When choosing a lining for a bath, it is important to correctly determine the type of wood in each room.
What kind of wood to choose for finishing the bath
The comfort and safety of using the bath depends on the choice of finishing material. Lining made of wood is a natural, environmentally friendly option for cladding. It is made from edged board, dried, grooved, polished and sorted. The end product has several benefits:
- safety;
- ease of installation;
- resistance to high temperature, moisture and other negative factors;
- long service life;
- the attractiveness of the natural texture of the wood.
The choice of lining depends on the type of room. The bath has several rooms: a steam room, a dressing room, a shower room. The temperature and humidity in them differ, so experts advise to finish the walls taking into account these parameters.
Types of wood for various premises
When choosing an interior finish, lining of coniferous and deciduous wood is used. The material differs not only in texture and color, but also in performance characteristics. Wood under the influence of high temperature and moisture can deform, emit a strong aroma. To choose the right cladding, you need to study the features of the finishing material.
Linden
The best lining for a steam room made of lime planks. It is maximally resistant to steam and temperature, does not crack or rot. In a hot sauna, the lamellas are safe due to their low heat capacity. When heated, the material gives off a pleasant aroma with a hint of honey. It has a calming and relaxing effect on humans. The structure of the wood is soft and homogeneous, with few knots. The casing retains a pleasant honey tint for a long time. The main requirement is caution during installation. The surface of the lining is easily damaged by mechanical stress.
Aspen
Solid wood is durable and durable. It can be used in a steam room. The material is light milky and has a specific bitter odor. Aspen is known for its antiseptic properties, it does not rot. The lining is not inferior to linden in terms of characteristics, but it will be cheaper.
Alder
The tree has bactericidal, tanning and anti-inflammatory properties. At high temperatures, beneficial substances are released into the air, increasing the healing capabilities of the bath. The alder finish is strong and durable, at a price slightly more expensive than linden and aspen.
Oak
In terms of strength, durability, noble structure and color, oak has few competitors. Such decoration makes the premises luxurious and emphasizes the status of the owner. Depending on the processing method, the material comes in light and brown shades. Oak is resistant to moisture, releases phytoncides useful for health.Due to the strength of the board, it is difficult to process, you will need a high-quality, sharp tool.
Abash
The new finishing material quickly gained popularity in the covering of steam rooms. Its main advantage is low thermal conductivity. The tree has a beautiful texture, minimal moisture permeability, and retains its original appearance for a long time. The disadvantage of the lining is the high cost.
Cedar
Canadian or Siberian cedar is excellent against moisture and decay. The material does not crack when changing temperature, retains the geometry of the lamella for the entire service life. Under the influence of heating, essential oils with a bactericidal effect are released. Material color from pinkish to brown. It is an expensive finishing material with many advantages.
Pine
Pine lamellas are distinguished by the characteristic pattern of annual rings, their color range from beige to reddish-brown. The tree is resistant to moisture; when essential oils are released, it makes the air in the room healing. But a large amount of resin has a negative effect on health and causes an allergic reaction. Pine lamellas are recommended for any room other than the steam room.
Spruce
A material with a homogeneous light structure does not lose its attractiveness over time. Spruce retains heat well, the resin content is lower than that of pine. The loose structure of the wood does not allow using it in the washroom, and for the dressing room it is an excellent choice.
Larch
In terms of density and hardness, the material is second only to oak, it is also resistant to contact with moisture and does not rot even without an antiseptic coating. Due to its dense structure, the material retains heat worse than other rocks.
For shower
When finishing the washing room, it is recommended to use softwood lumber. They secrete phytoncides that have a bactericidal effect. Inhalation of the resinous aroma helps to get rid of respiratory diseases, soothes the nervous system. The best option is pine and spruce, lamellas are not afraid of moisture, they are offered at a budget cost per sq. m. More expensive, but durable material - larch or cedar. Hardwood lamellas are also appropriate. You should not mount low-grade products, they will quickly become unusable. Class A and B lining is recommended.
For the dressing room
People spend a lot of time in the dressing room, so a comfortable environment plays an important role. The planking in the break room is not negatively affected by steam and heat. Any kind of material can be used indoors. Coniferous lining (pine, spruce) creates a pleasant atmosphere due to the moderate release of phytoncides. It retains heat well, has a beautiful structure and is inexpensive. The most economical option is pine lumber.
If the owner wants to decorate the premises in the same style, a lining for a hardwood bath is taken.
A feature of the dressing room is the appearance of condensation due to temperature differences. The use of Euro lining solves the problem, there are cuts on the back of the boards for moisture removal.
It is advisable to sheathe the walls and ceiling of the room with one material.
For steam room
In the steam room, the lining is exposed to moisture and high temperature. For such conditions, it is recommended to use hardwood finishes: linden, aspen, alder. Having a low heat capacity, they do not burn the body, are resistant to moisture, and dry quickly. The cedar material is especially resistant to moisture conditions. It does not require mandatory protective impregnation, it has a noble shade, which becomes deeper over time. Among the exotic options, abash is recommended. The wood is weakly heated even at 100 ° C, it is safe to touch. The material has a soft structure, pleasant to the touch.
The quality of the lining is important; when decorating with your own hands, experts advise purchasing material of the "Extra" and "A" class. The absence of defects guarantees long-term operation. The boards are stable in shape and size.
Floor board
Before installing a wooden floor in the bath, you need to decide on the type of lumber and the type of wood. During operation, the floor covering is exposed to moisture and temperature changes. The material must remain strong and attractive in harsh environments. The optimal choice is coniferous boards (pine, spruce, larch). They are resistant to deformation, have a bactericidal effect, preventing the development of microorganisms. Lumber from deciduous trees - linden, aspen, oak are also suitable. The latter option is distinguished by the best indicators of strength and durability, but due to the high price it is rarely used.
For flooring, grooved or edged boards with a thickness of 25-50 mm and a width of 80-150 mm are recommended. When installing the floor, you need a bar that serves as logs. The length of the lumber is equal to the width of the room, and the section is 110 × 60 or 220 × 180 mm. Leaking floors are mounted from edged boards and beams, along which water goes into the holes. The grooved boards are laid tightly in a row, creating a leak-proof floor.
What kind of lining to choose for the walls outside
For cladding outside, the "American" lining is excellent. These are massive lamellas with a width of 14 cm and a thickness of 2 cm, with a flat outer side resembling a timber. The cladding serves as an additional thermal insulation layer. A feature of the products is the presence of a wide butt with a groove and narrowed with a spike. This design provides the possibility of overlapping laying, overlapping the joints of the boards. The walls are reliably insulated from moisture and other atmospheric factors.
Sheathing is always done in a horizontal direction. The finished cladding looks unusual and attractive. The cost per square meter of material depends on the type of wood and grade. The most affordable products are pine products, larch and cedar will cost more.
For regions with strong winds, the "Peasant" lining is suitable. Products with a smooth front surface have a short tongue and, when installed, create a solid wall that prevents the penetration of cold air. The material is cheaper than euro lining, it is made from budget wood species - pine and spruce. The lining is attached to the lathing made of timber, allowing you to create a flat surface without preliminary preparation.
Before sheathing the facade, you need to treat the lining with antiseptic compounds. They protect the wood from decay, ultraviolet radiation and the effects of microorganisms.
Tips & Tricks
- Extra - a variant without defects in the form of cracks and knots, characterized by ideal geometry and a long service life. Suitable for any room, but due to the high cost, it is recommended for a steam room, where a solid lining is needed.
- A - boards with a smooth surface, a small number of knots and small cracks.
- B - the presence of through and hair cracks, knots, rot is possible. The number of defects is regulated by GOST.
- C - the grade has many disadvantages in the form of cracks, curvature, surface damage. It is used for finishing technical rooms.
Internal cladding of baths and saunas is mounted in two ways: with vertical or horizontal arrangement of boards. The first option provides quick drainage of water and removal of moisture from the steam room. The lining for a bath is mounted vertically, this allows you to visually increase the height of the room. The horizontal arrangement of the slats expands the space of the room. With this option, it is recommended to use a regular lining with a close fit of parts.
Treatment with antiseptic agents allows you to extend the service life of the finish. Safe water-based formulations are selected. The products are specially designed for high temperature environments. They do not contain harmful ingredients.
When installing the lining, you must hide the fasteners. It's not just a matter of aesthetics - hot metal burns. Concealed fastening is carried out through a groove or tenon.
