We go to the bathhouse not only to take a steam bath, but also to wash ourselves. After the steam room, it’s good to splash yourself with ice water, but you want to wash yourself in hot water. Therefore, it is important to take a hot shower in the bathhouse. In this article we will look at various ways to make it yourself.
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The easiest way to make a hot shower in a bathhouse is to install a dousing device (bucket) and supply water to it. Such a bucket shower for a bath can be bought in a specialized store. There are models into which water is poured from a regular bucket, and there are those into which water is supplied from a tap. Turning on and off the water supply is controlled by a float (a device similar to that found in waste tanks).
Bucket shower for a bath
Design Features
The washing room is located in a place convenient for use - at the exit from the steam room or in an adjacent room. The space should be close to water supplies and drains. If the structure is installed at a distance from water intake points, then the owners will have to lay additional pipes.
The arrangement technology depends on the type of shower. In the bathhouse you can make 2 types of washing:
- Seasonal. In the summer design, instead of heating devices, the sun's rays are used. A water tank with a tap or a bucket-waterfall is installed on a flat pitched roof.
- Stationary. A traditional shower in a bathhouse is installed in an extension or inside a steam room. The functions are no different from the apartment options. The structure has drainage and water supply, a ventilation system and electricity.
The summer washing room is located in the dressing room. A person leaves the steam room, gets into the shower, then into the locker room. The ergonomics of the room protect people from contact with the outside world, while ensuring isolation and ease of use.
If a separate room is allocated for the washing room in the bathhouse, then in a separate space you can create an original interior from materials that differ from the decoration of the steam room. The isolation of the structure allows you to create a place for washing several people.
Traditional option for a bath Source odnastroyka.ru
If the room is compact, then divide it with a partition and arrange a free area. Rational use of squares allows you to make maximum use of idle space. Heating and water heating are often combined with a steam room, which saves fuel. Depending on the size, from 1 to 2 people can take a shower in the bathhouse at the same time.
Original solution for a bath Source v-banyu.ru
Choosing the type of foundation
A bathhouse with a shower in the country is a lightweight object and allows the construction of one of the following types of foundation:
- strip shallow foundation;
- pile-screw;
- columnar.
You can do without a foundation at all; this option is suitable for building or purchasing a mobile bathhouse with a shower for your country house.
The construction of a mobile bathhouse differs from the traditional version in the absence of a foundation. This design is installed on a car trailer and can be easily moved if necessary. Inside the mobile bathhouse it is easy to organize a shower, steam room and a small relaxation room.
Water supply technology
The choice of location for the structure depends on access to communications. Automated liquid supply systems facilitate the operation of the steam room. If there is a centralized water supply nearby, then an additional thread is laid to connect to the main line.
When supplying from a well, a pump is installed and the wiring is carried out. Natural sources are divided into 2 groups:
- Underground. Spring and artesian water are suitable for use in washing baths. The collection is carried out by drilling or during the operation of wells.
- Superficial. There are a lot of pathogenic bacteria in open reservoirs, so before being supplied, the liquid goes through a multi-level filter system.
When laying pipes, preference is given to polyethylene or polypropylene types. The inexpensive material is easy to install. Metal models are more durable than plastic counterparts, but have high weight and complex installation (welding equipment).
Underground spring Source banya-expert.com
Utility networks in the shower of a bathhouse are often hidden from view under cladding in the walls or in the floor. Open communications are safe and easy to establish. If there is a breakthrough, the parts can be easily replaced without dismantling the partitions or coating. Shut-off valves are needed for hot and cold water. For polypropylene pipes, couplings, clamps and adapters are additionally used. The quantity and type depend on the length of the water pipe.
How to add water Source byrcompany.ru
To prevent the appearance of condensation in the shower bath, during installation, pipes with cold water are placed under hot water. The heated air will not rise up and, after cooling, fall onto the finish. When installed hidden, all elements are additionally protected with thermal insulation, otherwise the cladding and wooden parts will rot from moisture.
Construction of a bathhouse frame from timber
When building a timber frame, you must carefully select the material. Raw timber will be much cheaper, however, the start of construction will have to be postponed until the material has completely dried for at least a year. Dry timber is much more expensive. After delivery of the material, you can immediately begin building a bathhouse with a shower.
When building a wooden bathhouse with a shower in the country, you should give preference to hardwood: aspen, oak, larch, pine, spruce.
To build the frame, you will need timber with a diameter of 200 mm. The frame elements are fastened together using anchor bolts and building angles. The frame is covered with several layers of antiseptic.
You can watch the video in more detail about all the stages of constructing a frame for a bathhouse:
Types of structures
It is considered convenient to connect to a centralized backbone network integrated with the home system. If this option is not available, there are 4 solutions for draining the liquid:
- Drainage well. The model is suitable for a small washing room in a bathhouse. The “cushion”-based design will ensure natural drainage of water into the ground.
- Storage tank. The wastewater enters a special tank that must be pumped out.
- Cesspool. The underground structure is placed at a distance of 2.5 m from buildings (residential, technical and bathhouses). Dimensions are calculated based on the number of people who will use the steam room.
- Septic tank. Sewers come in single- and double-chamber types and operate on the principle of a cleaning well. The role of a reservoir is played by barrels or containers without a bottom. Crushed stone with sand is used as a filter.
When installing a shower drain in a bathhouse, pay attention to the location of groundwater. When running close, the volume of the chamber is increased, otherwise the drains will not fit inside the structure. It is recommended to install a drainage pit and a septic tank in sandy soil. In clay species, moisture stagnates.
Installation principles
To independently install a shower in the washing room of a bathhouse, you do not need to have practical skills. It is enough to familiarize yourself with the theory, correctly connect the tubes for supplying and discharging water.
Preparation and design
You need to prepare the room: install a water drain and a liquid supply point. Select a method for heating the liquid. Install a boiler or flow circuit.
Tools and materials
To install a shower stall in a bathhouse, you must prepare:
- set of wrenches;
- plastic tubes of different diameters;
- hoses, clamps;
- anchor, hammer drill.
After preparing the tools, you need to choose a shower stall.
Choosing a shower stall
The choice of shower stall depends on the size of the room:
- if there is enough space inside the washing room, it is better to choose a shower with hinged doors;
- For small washrooms, the best option is a special small-volume tray or a design with folding doors.
If a bath attendant wants to spend time in the shower in comfort, it is better to choose a closed model. If you just need to wash quickly, open it.
Installation
The shower stall must be installed on a level base. To prevent it from shaking and to stand steadily, it is necessary to nail the legs under the base to the concrete floor with anchors. Hoses, tubes, drains should be arranged as indicated in the instructions. It comes complete with a shower stall.
Creation Rules
Water from the washing room to the drain tank passes through a pipe that is installed in the trench. The ditch is dug at an angle of 20 degrees. To avoid blockages, solid parts without seams or corners are used for showers in the bathhouse. If the soil freezes to 1-1.2 m in winter, then the sewerage system is insulated with glass wool or expanded clay.
Installation of drain pipes Source septik27.ru
The section of pipe entering the bathhouse is covered with a plug. The perimeter of the drain structure is covered with a thick layer of crushed stone, creating a slope towards the tank. The trench is filled with concrete mortar. To increase strength, use mesh.
The drain hole inside the shower in the bathhouse is installed near one of the partitions or in the corner. After the screed has dried, remove the plug and install the filter. After completion of the rough work, they are tiled or a pallet is placed.
If a washing room in the bathhouse is not provided for in the plan, then the floor covering in the room is dismantled for the installation, and part of the soil is removed. After installing the sewer pipe, slats are installed under the logs, which make a slope of 20 degrees. The boards are returned to their place, a drain hole is cut in the upper part. The floor is filled with reinforced screed, then the finishing is laid.
How to properly solder polypropylene pipes
Everything seems simple if you have experience, but soldering for the first time is scary.
It is necessary to mark the pipes before welding (see information below)
Step 1. Screw couplers to the front of the soldering iron to heat the internal or external surfaces of pipes and fittings. For showers, we recommend using Ø ¾″ pipes. The pipe is heated on the outer surfaces, the connecting elements (couplings, triangles, elbows, etc.) on the inner ones.
Preparing the soldering iron for work
Step 2. Connect the soldering iron to a 220 V network. On the body of the device there is a heating temperature regulator and two indicator lights. Green indicates that the soldering iron is ready for use, red indicates that the heating temperature is insufficient.
Turn on the soldering iron and wait until the green light comes on
Step 3. Set the temperature regulator to +250°C. Specific values do not play a big role; the degree of heating of the pipe is regulated by the holding time.
Step 4. Take the two elements to be connected and insert them each into their place in the soldering iron. Heat for approximately 5-9 seconds. The ends must fit into the heaters until they stop.
Inserting heated elements
We heat the couplings along the inner surface
This also explains why you should not use a soldering iron heating temperature table. We advise you to always set it to maximum - the pipe will warm up much faster.
Pipe heating table
Step 5. The surface of the heated plastic pipe should resemble thick sour cream. Once such softening is achieved, remove the elements simultaneously from both sides of the soldering iron.
Step 6. Connect the two heated planes together as quickly as possible, keeping them as level as possible. You need to hold it in the clamped state for 10÷15 seconds, the exact time depends on the heating temperature of the plastic. As you can see, almost all parameters and modes of pipe welding are determined not by instructions, but by the experience of the master. Experience will appear already on the second or third gluing, gain skills on unnecessary segments.
Sectional connection of PP pipes
Connecting heated elements
Electricity and ventilation
A humid environment conducts current well, so the panel, distribution box and switch are mounted in the dressing room. Sockets are prohibited from being installed in the washing room. The safest place from short circuiting is the changing room.
In a wooden bathhouse, open wiring is used, which is pulled through the attic. When lighting the shower, install moisture-resistant electrical appliances. The models feature a ceramic socket, a heat-resistant lampshade and a wooden lampshade.
How to install wiring Source electric.sboxdemo.ru
Humidity will become a breeding ground for mold, which destroys the finish of the shower in the bathhouse and is dangerous to human health. To reduce the level in the room, ventilation is carried out. Natural air circulation provides pressure differential and ventilation. A forced system (fan, air conditioner) pumps in oxygen, and the filters are cleaned of contaminants.
Fan in the shower Source banyaspec.com
Construction materials
Long-standing traditions involve the construction of wooden baths. However, the construction market does not stand still; every day an increasing number of analogues appear, often superior to traditional materials in many respects. Technologies for constructing bathhouses with showers in the country are also expanding. Today you can often find baths made from a wide variety of materials:
- bricks;
- aerated concrete;
- wooden baths made of logs and timber;
- expanded clay concrete;
- cinder block;
- wood concrete
A bathhouse with a shower in a country house is a source of increased fire hazard, so strict requirements are imposed on the material for the manufacture of such objects. The material must meet certain parameters:
- provide excellent thermal insulation of the building;
- be resistant to high humidity and high temperatures.
Hot water options
A shower in a bathhouse needs not only cold, but also hot liquid. The type of equipment depends on the frequency of operation of the steam room and the technical features of communications. Among the popular designs there are 5 models.
Stove heating
Hot water is obtained from a heater designed for use in a bathhouse. Cold moisture entering the heat exchanger heats up and passes into the storage tank under high pressure. When you open the tap, warm liquid flows to the shower faucet.
Stove heating for shower Source texnotoys.ru
During consumption, users must ensure a constant supply of cold water. Comfortable conditions are only available when the stove is running. If there is no electricity in the bathhouse, then a hand pump or motor pump can be used to supply moisture.
Gas
In an area connected to a centralized supply of blue fuel, you can install a column. A flow-type gas heater quickly heats water for a shower in a bathhouse and does not depend on the availability of electricity in the steam room. To install the equipment, follow the operating rules.
Gas shower heater Source master5.kiev.ua
Possible breakdowns
With proper care, tankless water heaters last a long time, from 8 years. Breakdowns are rare, mainly:
- leak;
- poor heating;
- does not turn on;
- stale smell.
With prolonged use of the tank, its surface is corroded by corrosion and cracks appear. Gaskets dry out over time and require replacement. Before leaving, you need to drain the water and wipe the inside of the container dry with a soft cloth.
If there is a leak, you should call specialists from the manufacturer. The technical passport usually contains all their contacts.
When heating hard water for a long time, the heating element becomes covered with limescale. It needs to be cleaned periodically. Otherwise the heating element will burn out. If it does not turn on, you should call an electrician.
Finish options
The interior design of the shower room can replicate the interior of the steam room or be the complete opposite. The choice of materials for the room depends on the technical features of the bathhouse. Among the popular types, designers note 5 varieties.
Tile
The beautiful, practical finish is moisture resistant, allowing it to be used in a washroom. Strong, durable material is not afraid of mechanical damage and is not sensitive to aggressive detergents. A variety of sizes, shapes and colors help to create an original design of a shower in a bathhouse.
Finishing options Source postroeczka.ru
Finishing in a washing bath Source baniy.ru
Before installing ceramics, waterproofing is carried out and the surfaces are leveled. Moisture-resistant tile adhesive is used for cladding. After installing the material on the walls and floor of the shower in the bathhouse, maintaining the room is simplified. You can combine glossy and matte finishes to create a beautiful space design.
Stone
The natural pattern of the finish emphasizes the originality of the washroom design. Granite, marble and sandstone are suitable for cladding a shower in a bathhouse. In combination with chrome taps, the polished quartz surface looks impressive. Fine-grained travertine is combined with bronze fittings. Heavy types are used for areas not exceeding 50 cm in height.
Washing room finishing options Source design.altaysun.ru
Composite stones imitate the appearance of natural species. The finishing is based on acrylic or polyester substances that are combined with natural raw materials. Materials with resins are prohibited from being used on walls bordering the steam room. When heated, the decor releases toxic fumes that are dangerous to people.
Wood
To decorate the shower room in the bathhouse, natural hardwood (oak, linden, alder) is used. The surfaces are covered with block house or clapboard. Wood-based panels are easy to install and resistant to mechanical damage. The material brings a pleasant natural aroma to the room and makes the interior luxurious.
Natural finish Source yandex.ua
We do the shower lining with our own hands
The frame is sheathed with moisture-resistant materials:
- polymer film - quickly, inexpensively, but short-lived;
- siding - attractive, will be combined with the main structure;
- wood - environmentally friendly, economical;
- profiled sheet - durable, practical;
- cellular polycarbonate - original, elegant;
- tiles, stone - solid, but a reinforced frame will be required.
The cladding can be non-standard, for example, artificial bamboo, wicker rattan, facade panels left over from the construction of a house, etc. The main thing is that the finish is durable, moisture- and frost-resistant.
The sheathing is attached to the frame in accordance with the rules for the selected material:
- wood is nailed to wood, screwed to metal with special screws;
- the corrugated sheet and polycarbonate are connected with self-tapping screws and sealing gaskets;
- The plastic is attached with a gap so that there is room for thermal expansion.
Interior items in the washing room
The ease of use of a shower in a bathhouse depends on the equipment of the room. The room has hooks for clothes and cabinets for detergents. Shelves for storing textiles are often made of wood. Models made of strong plexiglass will help to keep the space optically uncluttered.
Furniture in the room Source irkutsk.zoon.ru
Instead of traditional benches, compact chairs can be placed along the walls. Wooden sun loungers look impressive, next to which there are cabinets on wheels. The size of the table depends on the washing parameters in the bathhouse. In a large space, a massive table is appropriate; in a small space, a folding model or a bar counter is appropriate.
Arrangement of a washing station Source izhbani.ru
The washbasin is not a mandatory element of the interior. If the size of the room is limited, then the functions of the sink are taken over by the shower in the bathhouse. Near one of the walls you can place a tall narrow cabinet on which you place a tub of water. Shelves with household chemicals are installed nearby.
A shower cabin is a convenient and practical option, which is often used in a bathhouse. Closed models with swinging doors are easy to place in a spacious washroom. Strong acrylic glass can be traditionally transparent or with a smoke effect (matte). In a compact room, designers recommend options with sliding doors (accordion).
Closed cabin Source dizainexpert.ru
If the shower in the bathhouse is needed only for washing, then open models are used. The design consists of a wall-mounted mixer and a tray. Based on the type of material, there are 5 types of bowls:
- Enameled. The steel is coated with a thin protective layer against destruction. Plumbing is very easy and inexpensive. Strong water pressure causes iron to rattle, and minor damage leads to rust.
- Ceramic. Beautiful, elegant earthenware models will harmoniously fit into the interior of a shower room in a bathhouse.
- Cast iron. The surface of heavy pallets is covered with a layer of enamel. Due to their weight, the structures are difficult to install, but durable.
- Acrylic. To prevent a light shower in a bathhouse from bending under the weight of a person, it is placed on supporting legs during installation.
- Marble. Beautiful, decorative elements are very expensive.
Shower bowl Source strojudacha.ru
Heating methods
You can get hot water for showers using:
wood column; large capacity electric boiler; geyser; bake.
To install a wood-burning heater, you need to provide a water supply system and a chimney in the room. Such equipment consists of a steel tank, a heating furnace and a mixer. The water in the column will heat up quickly. It can be heated using any type of fuel, excluding coal. It is great for small baths. The tank volume in such equipment is about 90 liters.
Gas water heaters are economical. In addition, modern devices are safe: when the wick goes out, the fuel automatically stops supplying. But before installing it, you need to obtain permits from specialized authorities. Installation of such a column is carried out as follows:
- First, a hood is installed: a hole is made in the ceiling or wall into which an asbestos pipe at least 1.5 m long is inserted.
- a column is mounted under it, screwing the device to the wall with dowels;
- the column, chimney or hood is connected using corrugations, after which gas is supplied to the structure;
- a tee is cut into the gas pipeline and a pipe through which gas will circulate is attached to it with clips.
It turns out a column with gas, but without heating the water. To provide a bathhouse with hot water, you need to insert a tee into the water supply, mount a faucet, install magnetic and salt filters next to it, and then connect the structure to the water supply.
All that remains is to test the safety and performance of the device. To do this, you need to open the gas and use a soap solution to check for leaks at the tap and joints. After this, you need to check the water supply in the same way.
If the bathhouse is quite large, then a gas or wood-burning water heater will not be able to heat enough water, so it is better to purchase a boiler. It is advisable to choose a model with heated water in the tank, then you won’t have to drain it at night. The presence of a thermometer will simplify the operation of the device.
To connect the boiler you will need:
- electric heater 2 kW;
- cable from the distribution panel;
- circuit breaker;
- RCD.
Connecting the water heater to the water supply is carried out as follows:
- A safety valve is placed on the pipe. It is responsible for admitting cold water into the boiler. The device cannot be used without it.
- Using flexible pipes made of copper or plastic, the boiler is connected to the water supply.
- After this, the valve opens to fill the tank with cold water.
- Then you can turn on the tap. If hot water flows out of it after filling the tank, then everything is in order.
Connecting the device to the power supply is carried out as follows:
- After a power outage in the network, the wires of the device are connected to it in compliance with polarity.
- At the end, a ground wire is connected.
- The lid of the device is closed, after which the heater is connected to the network.
In this article you will find more details about connecting an electric boiler to the water supply and electrical network.
It must be remembered that the tank cannot be connected to electricity if it is not filled with water.
Brick stoves produce the softest steam, so they are often used in baths. Of course, it is better to have the oven installed by a professional. Therefore, those who want to equip it indoors need to invite a stove maker. But lighting a stove is quite troublesome, and many today prefer to use boilers or water heaters.
Stylistic design
The beauty of the interior depends on the direction in which the room is kept. To make the bathhouse look like a single whole, the design of the shower room becomes a natural continuation of the space with the steam room. The design can use related styles or options that have similar features.
Rustic
The classic Russian style will harmoniously fit into the interior of the log house. The room has many wooden details decorated with hand carvings. Textiles with national ornaments were placed on the windows, shelves and tabletops. The rubberized floor mat visually resembles a path with geometric patterns.
Russian interior design Source banya-ili-sauna.ru
Heavy, rough furniture is appropriate in rustic design. The color of the wood of the interior items does not match the shades of the walls, floor and ceiling. Instead of benches, you can install wicker boxes with pillows. Household chemicals were placed on the shelves in containers resembling clay pots and bowls.
Chalet
The abundance of rough wood in the finishing of the bathhouse washroom makes the Alpine interior visually similar to a Russian rustic one. Stone-like tiles are used to decorate the shower. Antique faucets were made of bronze. On the walls there are forged hooks, hangers and shelves made of solid wood.
Rough, untreated furniture looks brutal and luxurious. Lamps in metal frames were placed under the ceiling of the washing room in the bathhouse. The interior of the room can be complemented with a real or decorative woodpile.
Alpine interior in a washing room Source ladizium.at
Minimalism
Decorating a shower in a bathhouse in a restrained style makes the room elegant and laconic. The simple geometry of the cabin blends harmoniously with the shape of the room. In a compact space, a pallet is used, and instead of doors, a curtain on rails is used.
A laconic direction in the soul Source houzz.se
Natural wood will add natural notes to minimalism. The panels on the walls are polished to a shine, and the floors have simple gray tiles. Instead of traditional furniture, a podium made of wood is installed. Spotlights are installed along the perimeter of the ceiling.
Simple design Source intercom.in.ua
Loft
Brutal industrial style will fit perfectly into the interior of a room of any size. The design of a shower in a bathhouse is characterized by a deliberately rough finish. The walls in the washing room are often decorated with tiles reminiscent of the texture and color of plaster. The decor imitated with wild stone or brick looks original. The roughness of the finish is combined with a glossy floor covering.
Industrial style Source pinterest.com
The type of shower in the bathhouse depends on the parameters of the room. A full-fledged cabin with glass doors will harmoniously fit into a spacious room. In a compact space, the “wet” zone can be distinguished visually (finishing, lighting) or physically (half walls). The loft uses practical modern furniture.
Eco style
The natural direction harmoniously combines the simplicity of minimalism with decorativeness. A beautiful, comfortable interior is created using natural finishes. The design of a shower in a bathhouse combines the warm texture of wood with the smoothness of marble or the roughness of sandstone. Greenery details (stabilized moss, flowers) are appropriate indoors.
An eco-style shower is tiled with stone-like tiles or waterproof panels reminiscent of wood. Traditionally, sliding transparent partitions are used; there are options with half walls. The interior is furnished with furniture made from natural raw materials with minimal processing.
Advantages of the washing compartment
The washing compartment in the bathhouse is arranged in a separate area, fenced off from the steam room, dressing room and relaxation room. In small baths, all rooms are combined, and the washing area is separated from other functional areas by a decorative partition.
The combined option of a washing compartment with a steam room provides significant space savings, but makes the room less convenient to use.
The advantages of a separate sink include:
- the ability to create a unique and practical interior;
- possibility of accommodating a large number of people;
- the possibility of using wear-resistant and durable materials for internal lining;
- simplicity and accessibility of washing machine maintenance.
In a small-sized private bathhouse there can be two rooms: in one there is a dressing room with a relaxation area, in the other there is a steam room with a sink. A stove for a bath and an area for storing bath accessories are located in the steam room, a shower and benches for relaxation are located in the washing bath.
This design has some advantages, including:
- Economical consumption of fuel material for heating combined rooms.
- A laconic and practical interior, when a heater with an extended firebox can be installed in a steam room and washing room. This will provide simultaneous heating of the premises and hot water supply.
Recommendations
Tips from experienced bath attendants:
- If 1–3 people will be steaming in the sauna, you don’t need to install a special water heater. It is enough to make a hanging tank for the stove with a volume of 50 liters.
- Once a month you need to check the cesspool. If it is full, call a service to pump out sewage.
- If the bathhouse will not be heated in winter, it is necessary to drain all the water from the boiler.
If the owner of the site often heats the bathhouse and lives in a private house on the same site, it is better to choose a deep pump to supply all buildings with water from a well. It is expensive, but more productive.
After visiting the steam room, you need to wash yourself with cool or warm water. This is necessary to cool the body and wash away the dirt that has left the body. To do this, you can install a large barrel of cold water or a shower stall in the washing area.
Which pump to use
When deciding how to make a shower in a bathhouse, you cannot miss a very important point: for normal operation of the water heater, you will need a water supply under appropriate pressure. For this reason, equipping a bathhouse with a shower involves installing a pump. Depending on the source of water, the following can be used:
- a deep pump, with which water is supplied from a well;
- a submersible pump designed to extract water from shallow wells or reservoirs;
- surface, which serves to raise water from a depth not exceeding 7 m; such a unit can be used to increase pressure in pipes connected to a centralized water supply.
Recommendations
When assessing the installation location of a shower, it is necessary to take into account the distance not only to the water intake, but also to the sewerage system. The fewer drain pipes you pull, the better. If electric water heaters are used, heavy-duty wiring must be installed. It is also advisable to provide a fairly powerful circuit breaker
It is also important to have a separate switch that allows you to de-energize only the line used for the column, boiler or boiler
Here are some more tips:
- a storage water heater will allow, along with the shower, to supply water to several more points;
- Installing an attic pump with receivers helps to cope with unstable pressure in the water supply;
- the thermal insulation layer should be 0.05–0.07 m;
- When using ready-made pallets, you need to carefully check the packaging.
Extra options
To determine the optimal size of the steam room in the bathhouse, you need to consider what position the steamers will be in during the procedures - sitting or lying down. In addition, other options may be provided - sitting on a shelf with legs bent, or lying down with legs on supports. Consequently, the location of the sunbeds, their number and size, significantly influences the dimensions of the steam room.
If we are talking about a small steam room designed for four visitors, where shelves allow you to both sit and lie down, the starting dimensions will start from 150x200 cm.
By adding to this value the area of the approaches to the benches and the dimensions of the stove, we can talk about the acceptable size of the steam room.
In paired compartments with forced ventilation, as a rule, no windows are provided. However, if there is no such system, to ventilate and dry the steam room you will need a window with dimensions of 40x40 cm. It is placed on the side opposite from the stove at the level of the top shelf. The glazing is double.
Heating schemes
During the construction of a country shower, you need to decide on a water heating system. To comfortably refresh yourself on hot days after working in the country, the water must be warm, otherwise you may catch a cold. Today, there are several types of installation of structures, each of which has a specific heating scheme.
Portable shower. It is a simple version of the structure in which water is poured into a special bag equipped with a watering can. The bag is hung on a rack and filled with preheated water. You can also place the container and wait until its contents warm up on their own in the sun. The main advantage of such a system is its efficiency, it does not require additional equipment, the water is heated without the cost of electricity, but the volume of the bag, which is 20 liters, will not allow the whole family to take a full bath.
In addition, it is necessary to purchase a high-quality boiler from well-established manufacturers that meets all standards and safety regulations. Additionally, in the summer shower you will need to finish the walls, ceiling and flooring with thermal insulation and asbestos. This will protect the structure from possible fire. If the titanium is planned to be placed externally, then you should also worry about enclosing its space, especially in areas where children can play.
