Arrangement of a bathhouse inside with your own hands: interesting designs

Bathhouse interior: design choice

When designing a bath complex, you must remember that it must include several rooms.
In general, their number directly depends on the interior design and financial capabilities of the homeowner. In the classic version, the bathhouse includes three rooms, namely: a dressing room (dressing room), a shower or washing room and a steam room. In some cases, for example, a Russian bath, steam room and washing room are combined into a single space.

In order to increase the functionality and level of comfort, you can use other rooms, including: a swimming pool, a relaxation room, a games room (console or billiards), a toilet, a kitchen or a smoking room. All of them are intended for convenience, have their own functional load, but whether to use them is decided only by the owner of the territory and his wallet.

However, despite all the options and delights, the classic Russian bathhouse, which combines practicality, conciseness and restraint, is still the most popular. To decorate the interior, you need to use wooden benches and couches, a large oak table and various antique decorative items. The only modern items you can use are Russian billiards and a plasma TV.

When decorating the interior of an antique bathhouse, it is advisable to place items with embroidery elements, forged parts (candlesticks, etc.), as well as hand-carved wooden items in the relaxation room. For wall decoration, oak or birch brooms and bundles of aromatic herbs are used.

When decorating the inside of a bathhouse with your own hands, an option such as a bathhouse-house is often used. In this case, the building can be used as a guest house, while the recreation room is equipped with a bed and converted into a bedroom. Thanks to this, guests will feel comfortable and free, and the owner of the house will not be disturbed by creating discomfort from their presence. It is best to use a folding sofa rather than a bed, as this will increase the functionality of the space.

Insulation system inside

It is organized by a specialist in several stages based on the developed project. High-quality performance of these works allows you to reduce heat loss and minimize fuel consumption. First, installers insulate the ceiling, then the walls and floor.

Stages:

1. The surface is thoroughly cleaned, all dust and dirt are removed. After this, a sheathing consisting of bars measuring 5*5 cm is installed. A level is used for checking.
2. Material is applied to the wooden frame for reliable waterproofing.
3. The insulation is being installed. The ceiling is treated with two layers, the walls with one.
4. A vapor barrier is being installed. This can be aluminum foil, fixed to the wood sheathing using a construction stapler and staples. The joints are carefully processed with aluminum tape.
5. A sheathing with insulation and vapor barrier material is installed on the walls, then protection is laid for the wooden lining, which acts as a decorative covering. To finish the floor, you can choose floor tiles or porcelain stoneware.
6. At the last stage, existing holes, cracks, seams, etc. are sealed. For this, silicone or sealant is used.

Stylistic features

There are several styles that are often chosen for a bath complex.

Russian

One of the most beloved and popular. What makes it different is the finishing and decor.

• Wood is the key element. The walls, floor and ceiling are finished with timber. The furniture chosen is also wooden: benches, tables, chairs - literally everything.
• Objects that are reminiscent of Russian bath culture are selected as decorative elements: brooms are hung in prominent places, a samovar is often displayed on the table, and a horseshoe is hung above the door.
• Furniture items can be further stylized by decorating them with carvings. This design of the bathhouse inside in the photo looks very impressive.
• You can complete the interior with textiles with traditional embroidery and ornaments.

Country style is very similar to Russian style - rustic. The main differences are in the decor. If you are attracted, for example, to a chalet, accessories and furniture finishing will be less decorative, closer to the modern direction.

Modern

A simple and laconic modern style has no clear boundaries. There is wood paneling, stone, and mosaic here. In the case of the first, you can try a more interesting design with a 3D effect, a diagonal layout, a combination of species, and so on.

There are no restrictions in the choice of accessories - the main thing is that they are not too decorative, and there is no traditional folklore component. The advantage is that furniture and appliances do not need to be styled. They will fit easily.

There are no palette requirements either. Pastel and complex colors, as well as a monochrome palette, can be considered relevant for decoration.

If the building is small, choose a style without unnecessary decoration. A simple, light finish is a good solution for most of these projects. If the house is spacious, you can go beyond the style and try to implement your own ideas at the project planning stage.

Everyone's favorite Finnish sauna

A Finnish sauna means a dry-type bath (humidity no more than 25%), in which the air is heated by an electric boiler to 100-110 degrees. Due to the low humidity, the heat is much easier to bear than in a traditional Russian bath, which has a positive effect on the condition of the body.

A mandatory attribute of a Finnish sauna is wooden shelves. It is also advisable to take care of low lighting and the presence of thermometers.

Large bench in the steam room of the bathhouse

Due to the technological features of the Finnish sauna, there are a number of requirements for the design of such a room:

• It is not recommended to use wood for finishing the floor, as it will quickly begin to rot. The best option is ceramic tiles laid on a concrete screed. This flooring will last for many years, even with constant use of the sauna.

Tip: it is better to use clinker tiles for the floor, as they do not slip.

• A pit for collecting water is required. The liquid must be discharged into a reservoir or sewer system through drain pipes. It is advisable to install the base with a slope of several degrees in the direction of the pit.
• For cladding walls and ceilings, it is permissible to use eurolining, but only of high quality (grade 1). The requirements for wood are the same as in the case of a Russian bath.

Bathhouse interior with window

Bathhouse interior made of clapboard

A Finnish sauna requires a stove. You can use a regular heater - in most cases it is sufficient. However, the best option is an electric oven. It is safe, compact and functional.

Traditional steam room design

Lounge with pool access

Electric ovens are made of stainless steel and galvanized steel. Thanks to this, a high level of environmental friendliness of the premises is achieved. Such devices provide uniform and, most importantly, rapid heating of the air. The temperature is adjusted using the control panel. There are also models with an installed steam generator. Among the manufacturers, HELO and Sawo should be highlighted. Such stoves will cost a little more than their domestic or Chinese counterparts, but they are of high quality and increased functionality.

Unusual bath design

Unusual steam room with glass

Turkish type of bath

Hamam is widespread not only in Turkey, but also in Iraq, Syria, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and other Muslim countries. The layout of this type of bathhouse resembles the human palm: a large central hall (serves as a relaxation room), from which several small rooms with different temperature conditions extend.

Bathhouse rest room interior

Interior of a bathhouse with a panoramic window

Interesting: the locker room in the hammam is called jamekian.

Luxurious hammam decorated with marble and black ceramics.

Sauna interior

The central hall usually has high ceilings and its vault is in the shape of a dome. It also has small windows. In the relaxation room, people relax and undergo massage treatments. The architectural features of the hammam include:

• Availability of pools with different water temperatures. Initially, hammams were built next to hot springs. Today, thanks to modern technology, this is not necessary.
• Designer fountains. Such designs give the room an oriental charm and create a favorable atmosphere inside.
• Wall cladding made of tiled mosaics in bright colors. This is the main visual feature of this type of bathhouse.

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Bathroom lighting

Spacious steam room

The construction of a hammam in a private cottage will cost a large sum (at least 10 million rubles). Therefore, such buildings are erected primarily for public use. However, you can style an ordinary bathhouse in an oriental style by adding appropriate wall decoration and installing a small fountain.

Bathhouse interior made of pine

Bathhouse interior made of wood

Bathhouse in Scandinavian style

Scandinavian interiors have firmly conquered the market over the past few years, and saunas are no exception. This is a minimum of furniture and decor, contrasts and accents, light wood and free space. Such baths are functional, pragmatic and very attractive in their brevity.

Country style bathhouse

At its core, country is the same rustic style, but with a Western twist. It is dominated by light, smooth wood, beams and beams, ceramics, clay, bright utensils and accessories. Stone and brick are used, and in dry areas leather and forged elements are used.

Bathhouse in ethnic style

Moroccan and oriental motifs, intricate interweaving of textures and exotic patterns are now in fashion. These baths are a little mystical, but very inspiring. Pay special attention to lighting, because romantic twilight sets the mood for eclectic decoration.

Treat walls against dirt and aging

To protect the wall cladding from dirt and premature aging, be sure to treat the lining. It is better not to skimp on the composition for processing and choose high quality material. The bars need to be coated with a layer of antiseptic so that they do not begin to rot ahead of time. Pay attention to human exposure; the composition must be safe and environmentally friendly.

It is better not to treat the walls in the steam room with anything, but if you still decide to apply a protective coating, then check the chosen product for flammability.

Choosing suitable furniture

The list of necessary furniture depends on the size of the room. The standard ones include:

• armchairs and sofas for relaxation;
• tables for feasts;
• wardrobe or shelves for storing personal items.

Oak bath interior

Comfortable dressing room with seating area

If you plan to have a kitchen, you will need a set (on which food will be prepared). To add additional comfort, you can equip the room with a fireplace (it’s easier to use an electric one).

Interior of a small bathhouse

Interior of a round bath

To create a modern bathhouse interior with a relaxation room, you need a competent approach to design. It is important to use high-quality materials and remember the functional features of each room. Taking into account all the subtleties, you can create a room for complete relaxation and recovery.

Each plane has its own finishing coating

Traditionally, a bathhouse has three rooms - a steam room, a washing room, and a relaxation room. In each room it is necessary to definitely finish the walls, floor and ceiling.

The steam room welcomes ceramic or wood flooring. The advantage of such floors is their naturalness and roughness. True, for the floor you will have to select wood that does not slip and does not rot. Therefore, oak and birch are immediately crossed out.

Decorating the inside of a bathhouse with clapboards with your own hands has an analogue option - covering the walls with standard boards. As for the ceiling, it must be hemmed.

The washing room allows the use of lining and boards for wall cladding. But the floors and ceiling can be organized using porcelain tiles and a suspended ceiling, respectively. If the latter hits your pocket, then you can limit yourself to plasterboard sheets.

The rest room does not have any special requirements for decoration (although the walls, floors and ceiling should continue the general idea of ​​a wooden bathhouse).

Decorate the walls with wood and cover the bathhouse with clapboard

Usually, preference is given to wood for the finishing material of the walls of a bathhouse from the inside.

You need to choose wood with low density. Dense trees such as oak, elm and beech are best not used for bathhouses. It is better if the wood species is moisture resistant and will not deform, crack from moisture and release resin. Linden and aspen have earned popularity for interior decoration. Wealthier people can afford material made from cedar or Abashi (a tree native to Africa).

Linden will share its positive energy with you, and aspen will take away all the fatigue and poor health while you are steaming.

Bath lovers are advised to place a small cedar or pine board near the stove. From the heated steam, these trees will give you their unique bright smell and will lift the spirits of all visitors to your bathhouse. You can put a sprig of pine or cedar in a bucket of boiling water near the stove; in extreme cases, you can use the essential oils of these species.

Do not skimp on the quality of the lining and carefully check the finishing material, the boards must be free of visible defects and knots, firstly, they will reduce the visible effect, and secondly, the knots have a high density compared to the main wood, so they heat up much more . If you lean against a knot in the steam room, you can get injured in the form of a burn.

How to decorate the inside of the bathhouse in the rest room and locker room? You can line the inside with softwood material. This material will be cheaper and will cope with its mission in rooms where the temperature is not very high. Larch can be used in the washing room; it does not rot quickly.

How to arrange a bathhouse with a terrace

The shape of the extension can be:

• round;
• oval;
• square or rectangular;
• triangular.

You can do it simultaneously with the bath or later.

Choosing an unusual terrace shape will make it a decoration of your summer cottage.

By design, the veranda comes in two types:

1. Open. Shed with porch and roof. Used only in warm weather.
2. Closed. A full-fledged house with communications, a wood stove or a gas or electric boiler. All parts of the building are covered with insulation. Suitable for year-round use.

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If the foundation structure allows, then a closed terrace is made on the second floor - an attic or a glazed loggia. The material of the extension may differ from the bathhouse. The use of brick, stone, blocks, wood is allowed.

It is better to build a terrace at the same time as a bathhouse. This reduces the risk of errors when joining two different substrates.

If you build a terrace later than a bathhouse, then it is better to choose a frame structure.

It is customary to decorate an open veranda like a gazebo: instead of walls there are railings made of carved balusters. The top can be sheathed with wooden sheathing. In conditions of limited funds, any available materials are suitable for finishing.

Benches, chairs and a large table are installed on the summer terrace. A chandelier is fixed in the center of the ceiling, and lamps on the walls. All interior elements must be moisture resistant.

Design of a bathhouse with a swimming pool

In large private estates, the owners not only equip a bathhouse, but also add a swimming pool to it, so that vacationers can plunge into the cool water after spending time in the steam room.

The pool can be installed outside the bathhouse, right on the street. The cheapest way is to make it out of plastic or put a large barrel of water.

The most expensive is a monolithic tank. The structure is dug into the ground 1–2 meters. Suitable only for southern regions, where it is warm most of the year.

An indoor pool is laid out indoors. Often a separate room is allocated for this. On the walls near the pool you can often see designer mosaics made from pieces of tiles and stones. The indoor pool is suitable for year-round use. There is a possibility of heating. It’s an expensive pleasure, so it’s only done in luxury bath complexes.

Regardless of the type of pool (indoor or outdoor), installation is carried out next to the steam room. So that when leaving the steam room, vacationers can immediately take a plunge. To do this, a separate door is installed from the steam room to the pool.

Floor installation

It is important to choose the right material so that it is not afraid of humidity and temperature changes. Natural aspen is perfect for this. In addition to excellent performance characteristics, it has a pleasant appearance and is easy to process.

Installers assemble the underground according to the scheme presented below:

An alternative material for flooring is ceramic masonry. The tiles are easy to use, easy to clean and easy to maintain.

General Tips

Before drawing up a project for a future bathhouse, there are several points to consider.

• Wood is a traditional material for finishing steam rooms and other spaces. The area does not matter; it is ideal for both the design of a small bathhouse inside and for spacious houses.
• Wood is more than just aesthetics. Woody aromas that are released when the material is heated have a good effect on the body. And most importantly, the wood does not burn even at high temperatures.
• You can use several types of rocks for different rooms.
• Logs and clapboard are combined with stone, brick and tiles. Using a combination of textures, you can zone the space - classic design rules apply here.
• For interior decoration, ordinary paints and varnishes are not used, only special ones - this is important. When heated, the former can emit harmful fumes. In addition, they will not last long; under the influence of high temperatures, such materials are destroyed.

It’s probably worth getting a little away from the specifics of styles and giving a few tips that apply to any styles in the bathhouse, because they affect general color decisions.

Light and dark. Most people already know that light colors create the illusion of a larger room than it actually is, and dark colors create the illusion of a smaller room. But by visually increasing the volume, we must fill it so that it does not look empty. A variety of color accents distributed in space are suitable for this.

If you choose dark, then even a reduction in volume can be played out correctly - as creating intimacy and comfort in your bathhouse . To do this, the number of objects in the room should be small, and they themselves should be proportional to the size of the room.

ADVICE! If we are talking about a small steam room in a bathhouse, hanging loungers will visually take up less space than a stepped “pyramid” sewn up on all sides.

In a dark room, bright colors acquire even greater brightness and saturation.

the monotony of a space painted in one neutral color if you interest the eye with furniture details and color spots. Look on the Internet for examples of Scandinavian style - plain walls, simple furniture, but bright objects make it not boring and very attractive.

It is also worth remembering that the human eye is constantly looking for correspondence, patterns, and we catch harmony where there is a visual “rhyme” - the color of the lampshade and the color of textiles, for example. Or playing with some form - round or linear - in the decoration of the walls and the shape of the bathhouse furniture.

However, there are no unshakable rules of composition - everything is always decided by the sense of proportion and the taste of a particular person.

How to properly make a steam room in a bathhouse

So, we move on to step-by-step instructions according to which experienced installers perform all the work.

Creating a Project

As we have already said, a well-developed plan with all dimensions and descriptions of stages is half the success of a started enterprise. The illustration shows the optimal dimensions:

For each window it is necessary to provide thermal and waterproofing. When choosing a double-glazed window, it is better not to save money and purchase an option with high performance. Well, don’t forget about the ventilation system. After developing a diagram, a drawing of the steam room and a detailed plan, you can already begin implementation based on them.

Insulation

Fuel consumption directly depends on the organization of thermal insulation. The worse the insulation of the floor, walls and ceiling, the more resources are needed to raise the temperature and warm up, so we are sure that the master will do a better job of it. So, the ceiling is insulated first. It can be lined with foam plastic boards. At the same time, they are temporarily fixed to the ceiling and then sheathed with specialized plywood that is resistant to moisture. It can be replaced with any other material that you like best. Insulation is carried out between the beams; here it is important to ensure that the thickness of the slabs is at least 100 mm. A vapor barrier is made on top, and under the tiles the surface is covered with a polyethylene film.

After the ceiling is insulated, specialists begin to work on the walls. Here it is important to correctly assemble the frame, for which a square beam of 0.5 by 0.5 m is used. The step size should be such that sheets of insulating material are placed between the beams. For walls, you can limit yourself to a thickness of 5 cm.

For reliable sealing and protection, installers treat the joints with aluminum tape. And for wall insulation, other materials are used, for example, mineral wool. Otherwise, the process is similar: a polyethylene film or other substance with water-repellent properties must be laid on the base.

Some experts believe that the floor covering should not be insulated. However, if you plan to install a steam room in an area with a harsh climate, it is better not to give up thermal insulation and use wooden flooring or ceramic masonry for it.

Beautiful examples

The rest room, decorated with wood, looks simple and stylish. A wooden table with a simple tablecloth and a long bench can accommodate many guests for tea. Light curtains for the windows complement the interior. A picture in a simple frame or any other decorative element can be placed on the wall. The decoration of such an interior will be a Russian samovar.

The rest room can also be used for sleeping. After the bath procedures, it is good to take a nap in a clean, comfortable bed. This room is perfect for guests staying overnight. There is everything you need for a short stay: a comfortable bed, hangers for clothes, a bedside table for necessary things. You can equip the room with a small TV to add comfort.

In the steam room, it is advisable to think about interesting lighting that will add additional coziness to the room. In this case, the lamps are protected by a wooden structure. It is easy to make with your own hands. Lamps can be of a different configuration; they must be protected from high temperatures.

If the construction of an entire bath complex is planned, then the relaxation room can be spacious, performing several functions at once. For example, a separate area is intended for cooking, where there is nothing superfluous. A small number of cabinets are convenient for storing the most necessary utensils. There is a space for tea or a small feast, where you can simultaneously admire the landscape through large windows.

A small space is provided for relaxation, where you can sit on a comfortable sofa with a book or a cup of aromatic tea. Such a cozy room is conducive to relaxation, creates a harmonious atmosphere and helps improve your mood.

The combination of modern and old style looks unusual. Wooden finishing in combination with stonework looks expressive, this allows you to reveal the texture of the wood. Simple furniture for eating and a discreet lampshade are successful design techniques. The TV on the wall fits well in this small room.

Decorating the interior space of a bathhouse is a creative and exciting process. If you approach it with all responsibility, you can equip a cozy relaxation island on your site.