Bathhouse made of cylindrical logs, features of material and design

Sauna made of rounded logs

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From time immemorial, wood in Rus' was considered the warmest, most practical and popular building material. Literally everything was built from it: from bathhouses to royal mansions. Today the situation is a little different, but still, not a single construction site can do without wood.

Construction technologies do not stand still, pushing us towards ever more daring and daring decisions. The construction of a bathhouse is also not without these innovations. Bathhouses made of glued, profiled or rounded timber appear. But in this article I propose to consider why a bathhouse made of rounded logs is so good.

Pros and cons of rounded logs

So, what is a fashionable and modern building material? A rounded log is nothing more than a perfectly round wooden beam with a longitudinal butt groove. Such cylindrical logs are made by turning and milling. The result is perfectly round workpieces. They are also called “pencils”.

Rounded log

The diameter of such “pencils” varies. The run-up is large: from 160 to 380 mm. Thin timber is used for the construction of bathhouses and houses in warm areas, while more massive timber is used in Siberian and northern conditions. Of course, it is also possible to make it to order, but the price is completely different.

It is best to build a bathhouse from rounded logs from Siberian pine, harvested in the northern regions. It has a harder structure and is resistant to sudden changes in temperature and humidity. High-quality wood has a ringing sound when struck with the butt of an ax. The ax should bounce off the log easily. The color of the wood should be uniform and light. There should be no blue spots. If they are present, the bathhouse will not last long.

Siberian pine is the best raw material for rounded logs. It grows long, smooth, has few knots and is easy to process.

Advantages of a bathhouse made of rounded logs:

Environmentally friendly and “living” material.
The walls “breathe” and create a natural microclimate inside.
Low heat loss: wooden walls retain heat perfectly (with proper and high-quality assembly).
Beautiful aesthetic appearance of the building.
Relatively simple and quick installation process.
External and internal finishing is not required.
Durability of the entire structure of the bathhouse (in the presence of high-quality raw materials).

Disadvantages when building a bathhouse from rounded logs:

It can be difficult to find a good and responsible team of carpenters. After all, installation must be carried out efficiently and professionally. A lot depends on this.
Wood cracking occurs. This happens due to poor quality raw materials. This issue should also be given special attention.

Advantages of turnkey log baths

Environmental friendliness. All walls, floors and ceilings are made of natural wood, not treated with chemical mixtures.
Intensive air exchange. Air circulates well through the ends and walls of the bathhouse, which creates a comfortable atmosphere in the building. The air in it is always fresh and filled with forest aromas.
A unique healing microclimate that helps fight illnesses and restore strength. Phytoncides released by wood have a beneficial effect on the human body and strengthen its immunity.
Optimal humidity in the building, which affects the conservation and distribution of heat.
The low weight of the logs allows you to build cost-effective foundations. The natural beauty of the wood does not require any additional processing, which allows you to save on finishing.
Excellent level of thermal insulation compared to other building materials.
Rounded logs, thanks to the unique structure of the tree, perfectly withstand any vagaries of weather without losing their qualities.
Installation takes little time, the building can be easily dismantled and moved to another location.
The material is treated with special fire-resistant compounds, which minimizes the occurrence of fire hazards.
Finally, such log baths look stylish and beautiful not only in the design, but also in reality. They are in harmony with the design of the entire site, giving it a “zest”.

The Russian Bogatyr company is the undisputed leader in its field; thousands of clients have already entrusted us with turnkey baths. We know how to wisely manage the budget and time of our customers. When ordering from us, you can be sure that the work will be performed at a high level and within a strictly specified time frame.

Choosing a bathhouse project made from rounded logs

In any case, if you want to build a bathhouse from this particular material, you will have to contact a specialized company. After all, it is impossible to prepare such logs yourself. Companies selling rounded logs usually offer their design and installation services.

Construction of a bathhouse from rounded logs

Here it is important to decide what exactly you want to see on your site (size, general appearance, communications, and so on). You should choose the method of cutting the bathhouse. A bathhouse cut into a bowl looks beautiful, fashionable and practical. Of course, you can choose a more economical option (chopping with a paw), but the structure does not look so aesthetically pleasing, and the corners are not quite warm.

There are two ways to assemble a “pencil bath”. The first method is to install the log frame on site. That is, the bathhouse is built immediately on the customer’s site. All preparatory and installation work is carried out immediately on site. In this case, the team of carpenters requires high qualifications.

The second method is the constructor principle. The bathhouse is assembled on the company's premises. All elements are clearly customized and labeled. The structure is then disassembled and transported to the customer’s site. And here, observing the markings, the final installation of the log house is carried out. Such work requires less qualifications from the working personnel.

How to place an order for finishing a log house for a bathhouse or house

If you ordered a log house from ours, then there are two options to order finishing. The first is to invite the same team that did the assembly. In this case, you will only pay for the work of the team, but you will choose and purchase finishing materials yourself, and agree on the prices for the work with the team. If this approach is close to you, be sure to get the phone number from the foreman who was at the site during construction - we have many teams and each of them moves from one log house to another at the height of the season. In a year, we may not remember who exactly was involved in the installation of your house or bathhouse. Also take into account the fact that during the season (from May to October) the assembly teams practically do not do finishing work.

The second is to order turnkey finishing without going into the details of construction. In this case, it does not matter who did the assembly and from whom you bought the log house. Before starting work, a foreman will come to your site free of charge to take measurements and agree on the volumes and materials of interior and exterior finishing. We will then provide a detailed estimate for the work, as well as a preliminary estimate for materials and delivery. Payment for finishing and consumable materials is made upon purchase, by checks; We can also use materials paid for and provided by the customer. After final agreement on the types of work and cost, the customer makes an advance payment and we begin. The size of the advance payment varies, including in percentage terms, and depends on what kind of advance payments must be made for finishing materials. We will agree on payment stages and amounts in advance.

Stages of construction of a bathhouse made of rounded logs

As usual, we start from the foundation. A tape type is best suited, since the intended bathhouse will have a decent weight. If the size of the building is small and the soil allows, then you can get by with a screw foundation. It is quite practical and promising.

After the foundation is ready, we “raise” the walls and roof. We install windows and doors. We lay ceilings and floors. We install electrical, plumbing and install the furnace. We deal with finishing and furniture.

Despite the fact that in words everything is so easy, quick and simple, a bathhouse made of rounded logs is a complex project. It will be quite difficult to implement it on your own. Anyone who does not have knowledge and practice in carpentry is generally a problem. So, the advice is to find a really good company and entrust it with the construction of your idea. For example, you can go here...

Time before finishing: shrinkage of the bathhouse frame

Construction from wood of natural moisture (hand-cut or rounded logs, edged or profiled timber) before putting the building into operation involves three stages: assembly of the load-bearing structure - shrinkage - turnkey finishing of the log house. The shrinkage time depends on the initial properties of the tree (cutting season, humidity) and weather conditions. On average, complete shrinkage of a log house lasts 12 months, but it is more correct to talk not about time, but about the coefficient by which the height of a wooden house or bathhouse is reduced. This coefficient is 4-6%, which means 4-6 cm from each meter of height. That is, for example, if the log house of the bathhouse had a finishing cut from floor to ceiling of 230 cm during assembly, then by the time interior and exterior finishing can begin, its height from floor to ceiling should be within 215-220 cm.

Features of insulation and wall finishing

Jute rope

After you have placed the bathhouse under the roof, you should pay attention to the walls. No matter how smooth the timber is or how accurately the installation is carried out, cracks will appear in the logs over time. And so that the joints between them (logs) are minimal, it is necessary to caulk the walls. That is, caulk all the seams. The work is long and painstaking, but necessary. It is performed better if you use a wooden or rubber mallet, and take a piece of metal plate as a “chisel”, sharpening it a little at the end.

This “thankless” job will help to perfectly insulate the walls. They must be caulked on both sides at once. It is recommended to seal the seams inside and outside at the same time. You can’t leave any side “for later.” Otherwise, the structure will be distorted. Of course, this will not be significant, but it will still happen. This option is not entirely good.

What material should be used for these purposes? The best option is jute insulation. It is simple, practical, and quick to work with. You can use moss or flax tow, as our grandfathers did. But, in my opinion, moss is no longer a relevant topic. You won't find better quality jute insulation.

Since wood tends to dry out over time, after about 2 years you will have to re-caulk the walls. You shouldn’t be lazy, otherwise the bathhouse will lose its original warmth.

At its core, a bathhouse made of rounded logs requires virtually no finishing. It already looks beautiful, but... It will be better if the outside of the wood is treated with special antiseptics. For example, “senezh-aquadecor” will not only protect the wood, but also give the bathhouse the color shade you need.

There is no interior decoration of the bathhouse at all, since painting and varnishing is not allowed here. For a unique effect, many people use jute rope to finish corners and joints. Two birds with one stone are killed at once - insulation (the same caulking) and wall decoration. It looks very attractive.

Finally, I would like to note that a bathhouse made of rounded logs is a truly worthy choice. Modern, beautiful and cozy in a Russian way. It is quite possible that some photographs will help you organize your creation and learn something interesting and unexpected for yourself.

What building material to choose for finishing a steam room?

Most often, the following are used for interior decoration of a wooden bath: lining, unedged boards, wooden panels, ceramic tiles, mosaics and porcelain stoneware. It is important to take into account the regulatory requirements for the material when choosing:

good heat and waterproofing characteristics;
quality and durability;
the material should not burn when the room is heated (especially important directly in the steam room);
aesthetic appearance.

The ideal finishing option would be wood with all its advantages. It is hypoallergenic, strong and durable, does not emit toxic substances, but on the contrary, enriches the space with beneficial phytoncides when heated. Good for a steam room:

Aspen, poplar, birch, linden. These types of wood do not release resin when the temperature rises, and they dry well and quickly after bath procedures.
Ash – has a beautiful pattern and is resistant to rotting.
Alder is a durable building material that is resistant to the absorption of foreign odors.
Canadian cedar is an exotic type of wood that is not cheap, but looks unusual and lasts a long time.

The steam room is not finished with coniferous wood due to the release of resins. In addition, such wood can burn if heated to high temperatures.

Spectacular bathhouses made of rounded logs: photos from the Internet

Original design of the bathhouse

Log sauna

Attic interior

Sauna made of rounded logs

Bathhouse in the village

Construction of a bathhouse

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Baths from our company

The Ural forest has high quality and purity, making our log houses safe and durable. The construction of each bathhouse proceeds quite quickly. Professional teams meet clearly defined deadlines. All cups for the project and grooves are made on high-precision production equipment of ROUNDTEC turning type (made in Finland).

On our website you can choose a ready-made bathhouse project, or order an individual one. You can easily add additional floors, an open veranda or a balcony to a standard quadrangular frame. Depending on your wishes, the height of the ceilings or the symmetry of the walls may change. All log houses are assembled using dowels, which makes it possible to construct structures of any complexity.

Pre-treatment of wood eliminates the negative impact of weather conditions. Impregnations protect the log house from the sun, moisture and insects. Wooden bathhouses are also not afraid of frost. By contacting our company, you receive high quality and professionalism at all levels of the project.

You can choose from winter and summer forests from pristine regions. A bathhouse in Moscow or its suburbs is a good solution for any area. Extensive experience in the construction of log houses allows us to carry out projects of varying complexity. By contacting “Srubim Banya” you get highly qualified specialists who will accompany your order from the first call to the final delivery of the object.