The number and location of bath windows is determined at the stage of creating the project for the future building. Windows for a bathhouse provide reliable sound and heat insulation, and are also an integral decorative element of the structure. When installing windows, it is important to take into account not only their design features, but also the materials from which the bathhouse itself is built - wood, concrete or brick.
Window combination
The combined profile has excellent performance qualities and is distinguished by its high cost. Combination considers the combination of different types of materials, which is used to improve thermal insulation qualities. The following combinations are widely used:
- The outer frame is plastic and the inner part is wooden;
- Wood - aluminum. The inner frame is made of wood, and the outer part is made of aluminum.
Wood – plastic – aluminum. Wood elements coated with several layers of varnish are used for the internal frame. External parts are mainly made of PVC or aluminum.
The inner and outer frames are connected with special brackets. Glazing is made with ordinary glass.
Installation Features
If the bathhouse is made of timber, it should be taken into account that it may shrink during use. Therefore, when installing window structures, the frame may immediately become deformed. It is necessary to carefully check the connections for leaks. Experts recommend installing products with a 5- or 10-centimeter gap between the timber and the top bar.
As for a stone or brick sauna, this problem does not exist, so you can start installing windows right away without making any gaps. You can use anchors that are suitable for openings with non-standard dimensions. We are talking about special metal plates that have mounting holes.
The anchors are attached using self-tapping screws, the ends should point inward, then the frame is mounted in the opening, and then leveled with mounting blocks. Through the holes you need to make marks on the wall where the dowel will be drilled. Then the block is removed and the holes are filled with insulation. At the final stage, window sills and slopes of the required dimensions are installed.
When working with mounting pads, which are pieces of rails, you must first install the support pads, and then the spacers. Once the frame is level, the pads are removed and the holes are filled with silicone. After this, they need to be returned back, also using construction silicone. To fill the gaps, polyurethane foam is used, which after hardening can leave sagging, they can be easily cut off, after which all that remains is to install a window sill with slopes.
If you install using dowels, and this method is considered the most reliable and versatile, you need to make holes in the frame for fasteners. Measure the distance from the corners of 15-20 cm, the step between the holes should be up to 60 cm. As for the length of the dowels, you can calculate this yourself.
You can install PVC windows yourself if you follow the recommendations
To begin with, the openings are measured; it is important to provide 1.5 cm gaps for foaming, as well as 3.5 cm below where the window sill will be located. When installing the frame, it is necessary to take into account not the number of profile chambers, but the dimensions and type of material from which the bathhouse was created
The structure is strengthened using mounting anchors or dowels. You can use serrated plates that are pressed into the profile and installed side-by-side with screws. The first method is considered reliable and is suitable for structures with sashes.
It is important to note that even when the windows are already installed, the building will shrink, although not as intensely as at the beginning. Therefore, it will be necessary to provide a gap of 3 to 7 cm between the upper plane of the opening and the frame - it all depends on the humidity level and building materials
Upon completion of installation, the structure is filled with jute and covered with platbands on both sides.
To ensure tightness, you need to stock up on high-quality professional foam, and you also need to fill it correctly. Start at the bottom and move slowly up, making circular movements. To avoid unnecessary waste of material, the foam should not be blown out immediately, but rather done in several stages so that there are no voids inside.
As you can see, you can correctly install window structures made of any materials with your own hands if you follow the instructions, doing everything step by step. And it doesn’t matter whether the bathhouse is made of logs or stone, you can insert the products without outside help to begin its operation.
Bath window size
Window sizes vary depending on location and installation.
PVC windows - fashion trend or practicality?
Wooden windows are, of course, environmentally friendly. But just think about how many disadvantages a wooden frame has? Wood, even treated, dries out over time and swells from hot and humid air. As a result, the frames warp and they close poorly. The resulting cracks begin to let the cold in and it takes several times longer to heat the bathhouse.
Maintenance of wooden windows is necessary every year. They must be sanded and coated with various protective compounds. But no matter how you cover or treat the frames, the condensation that accumulates on the glass provokes the appearance of bugs, mold and rot. This will not happen if you install plastic windows in the bathhouse. In addition, plastic has an undeniable advantage - high sound insulation. A bathhouse located on a garden plot, or not far from the road, then no sounds will disturb the peace of the bathhouse attendants. Complete tightness will undoubtedly shorten the heating time and make the bathhouse comfortable.
Window Location
In every functional room there is the possibility and need to equip it with window structures.
Waiting room
If we consider it literally, the dressing room is a place located in front of the bathhouse, in which you can comfortably prepare for bathing ceremonies. Windows are mainly placed on the façade.
Sometimes compact windows are placed above the stove. The dressing room can be installed in different sizes and shapes. The presence of a window provides additional lighting and ventilation.
Washing
Now that we have more or less figured out what size a steam room should be in a bathhouse, let’s move on to the washing room.
There, as you know, they traditionally wash from basins, and, if possible, run hot water and wash in the shower - on a tray or in a shower stall. Sources of hot water can be either external - a water supply network, or internal - water heated by a stove. For the latter, heat exchangers and tanks in contact with the furnace on one side are used. So, the tank also takes up space.
If it is installed on a stove, it takes up space in the steam room; if it is installed in a soap room, and is heated using a heat exchanger, then, accordingly, at the installation site. It is also possible to install it in the dressing room.
BY THE WAY! Wherever the tank is located, heating it will raise the temperature in that room, so it can be thought of as a radiator or heater.
Therefore, it is more advisable, of course, to put it in the washing room. But here there are possible options depending on expediency, look at your specifics.
So, to wash while sitting from a nearby basin, you need a bench. Long enough to fit a basin. The best thing is one bench per person. You still need a place for pouring. And for some - under the font.
And if you have a shower, then benches are no longer essential, except for all sorts of procedures. You can also install a shower from the tank - raise it higher or use forced pressure.
Optimal washing
When you have completely decided on what exactly you want to see in your soap bar, including the water supply system, then you can start drawing a plan.
Let's assume that the basins are still in use. Then make benches for two people and enter their dimensions into the plan. It’s comfortable to sit with a seat depth of 40 cm, but it’s also possible, for example, 30 cm. One person occupies roughly 60 cm. Plus a basin. A meter bench should be enough.
But you can connect two benches if necessary to make one sunbed, then one bench should be at least 180 cm in length.
Pallets come in different sizes - from 80x80 to 140x80 (in fact, there are many variations, you can always choose a pallet to suit your ideas about a comfortable shower). If you are planning a shower, enter the area of the tray.
The size of the steam room and washing room in the bathhouse will vary greatly depending on their contents - some have a soap room and a sink, others also have a combined bathroom. We repeat: Optima is your own plan of what you want. Arrange the objects so that it is convenient - the parameters of the room will immediately become visible.
Of course, we will not be unfounded and will give as an example a new drawing of a bathhouse, with rather modest but successful dimensions of a steam room and a washing room.
Rest room, washing room and steam room: dimensions and layout.
Please note that the tank can be mounted high, so it is quite possible to place a bench under it. The size of the pair, by the way, is quite decent - 230x200 cm.
Rest room
It is possible to install windows of standard sizes and panoramic windows. According to fire safety rules, windows are inserted so that they can be opened inward.
This arrangement makes it possible to quickly open the window in case of an accident. Many people choose two windows at once in this room. Their location can be on one side or on the opposite.
Distance between shelves of different designs
There is material on our website that describes in detail what shelf designs can be used in a bathhouse. Here we will limit ourselves to briefly talking about the principle of this or that design, and how it affects the occupied space.
Corner
By arranging the shelves in the shape of the letter L, you can use the space of a small steam room more efficiently. This corner design is suitable for both baths and saunas.
The length of each arm can vary as much as you like, but a fairly common option is one where the long side is a full-fledged lounger where you can stretch out to your full height, while the short side is a more compact place where you can sit half-sitting. However, it all depends on the dimensions of the steam room - the short side is also often stretched from wall to wall.
If at the same time there is a desire to make a lying place on the short side, then it is worth considering the option with a foot rest, which allows you to stretch them out. The options are shown in the picture above.
How are the tiers of corner shelves for a bath arranged? There are no fundamental differences in the design of a corner shelf from a straight one. All recommendations for length and width given above apply to it. The distance between the shelves here is calculated only vertically. You need to focus on the height from the popliteal fold to the floor - this is the distance between the tiers.
Direct
In this case, a parallel arrangement of benches along two walls is assumed (variation - U-shaped structure). Such a choice is possible only in sufficiently spacious steam rooms, if an arrangement of two or three tiers is also assumed. However, the single-tier option is also suitable for a medium-sized steam room.
The distance between two shelves at opposite walls will depend on the length of the wall separating them, and on the width of each of them. But during design, it should be assumed that the space between the shelves should be sufficient for two people to move. This is about 80 cm.
Folding and removable
The folding design is no different in size from the stationary one. This is just a way to save space or free it up for cleaning.
It is worth noting that choosing this one removes restrictions for steam rooms with a minimum area. Of course, a wide shelf should be folded upward if there is another tier underneath it.
Removable ones differ from folding ones in that only the flooring is removed - this is done for ease of drying and cleaning. But the frame is often made stationary, so there is no reduction in the occupied space. The dimensions of this variety will again depend on the area of the room and the type of bathhouse.
Retractable and mobile
In the article mentioned above, we already said that creating a convenient retractable structure in a bathhouse is quite problematic due to the tendency of wood to swell (if guides are made from it). In this regard, we were inclined to prefer mobile benches that can be used as a lower tier, and the rest of the time stored under the upper shelf.
The height of the benches can vary from 20 cm (they are usually used as a step, making it easier to climb or as a footrest) to a standard height of 40-50 cm, like a normal seat. The width is still the same - 40-60 cm (no more, because it is unlikely to be used as a lounger). The length is arbitrary, the maximum is slightly less than the top tier, so that you can easily slide it under it.
Steam room
To select a window location in the steam room, certain conditions must be met:
- The window should be no more than one meter from the floor;
- No closer than sixty centimeters from the ceiling;
- The top frame must be lower, necessarily than the front door;
- If according to the project there is a window, it must be located in the center of the ceiling.
Panoramic windows look unusual and attractive. Be sure to have thick, heat-resistant thermal protection properties.
According to GOST, compliance with the technological dimensions of the gaps is required, which makes it possible to protect windows from damage due to large temperature changes. Approximately up to five centimeters at the bottom, up to two centimeters at the top and sides.
Overview of species
The presence of a window in a log bathhouse must be thought through during the design process; moreover, it is an integral part of such a room. Although a sauna does not require natural light, the structure is required to provide ventilation. The market offers different product options from leading manufacturers, each of them has its own features, technical and operational characteristics, as well as advantages that attract consumers. Therefore, you can consider each type of window separately to figure out which design will be the best choice for use in a bathhouse.
Wooden
The modern market often offers products made from natural wood, which have become quite popular. In addition, the material undergoes special processing, due to which the structure becomes resistant to moisture, various temperatures and other atmospheric factors.
It should be noted the main advantages of natural wood - it “breathes”, therefore a favorable microclimate is created in the room, and this is important. Frames made of alder and linden look noble and aesthetically pleasing, and also add solidity to the interior
A wooden surface can accumulate heat well, and you can’t do without it in a bathhouse. Of course, over time the structure will have to be restored, but this does not take much time, and besides, it can be restored to presentability without any problems. Scuffs or scratches do not appear on the surface of the wood so quickly.
With a little skill and time, you can independently make a window with the required dimensions and shape for a steam room, and it is also several times cheaper than ordering a factory design. Of course, you will have to take care of choosing a quality breed that will be stable and durable. Wooden windows also require special care to maintain their integrity and beauty.
The cost of such structures is an order of magnitude higher than other analogues, but many prefer this option because of its environmental friendliness. To prevent damage from mold or insects, the product will need to be carefully maintained. But these small disadvantages do not outweigh all the advantages.
The most unpretentious option is considered to be pine, which is easy to process, moreover, it has high resistance to moisture and will not be afraid of temperature changes. As for strength and durability, larch, oak and beech are in great demand for these indicators, from which bath windows are often made. But since people often go to the sauna not only to relax, but also to improve their health, you can consider such types of wood as aspen, ash, linden, which, when heated, emit a pleasant smell and have healing properties.
Plastic
This option has been in great demand for many years. The popularity of PVC structures cannot be denied due to the number of advantages that they have. Such products are great not only for residential but also commercial premises, so they are also often used in saunas. However, it should be understood that the plastic structure cannot be placed in a place where the temperature is too high, which can negatively affect the material, so other options are more suitable for the steam room.
Temperature changes are also not so dangerous for this material. A huge advantage of double-glazed windows is that they are sealed and easy to care for. Such products are offered not only in white, but also in other shades, some of which can imitate natural materials, such as mahogany or pine.
Combined
During the production of such structures, metal, wood and plastic can be used in different proportions. For example, on the market you can find wood-aluminum windows, wood-plastic, aluminum-plastic and others
Thanks to the combination of several materials, the durability of the product increases significantly, as well as its energy-saving properties, which is no less important. Wood-aluminum and wood-plastic combinations are in great demand.
Such windows can also be used in a steam room without any problems, since the metal or plastic part of the structure is located on the street side, and all connections will be sealed, and the risk of burns is minimized.
Dormer window in pitched roof
According to SNIP No. II-26 and 21-01, which establishes technological requirements and standards for a gable roof with a small dormer window:
- Mounting is provided only if the roof slope has an angle of more than forty degrees;
- There are minimum sizes that range from one hundred twenty to eighty centimeters;
- Roofing materials are used without any restrictions.
For the best exterior of the bathhouse building, the optimal placement of the window on the roof above the window on the wall of the room.
Many people believe that a window in a bathhouse is unnecessary. Bath windows are designed not only for aesthetic appearance, but also necessary for technological requirements.
How to choose the right door
The doors in the bath should be low 164-175 cm and narrow 65-80 cm. The door should fit tightly to the frame so as not to let heat out of the bath. But when installing a glass door, it is necessary, on the contrary, to leave an opening at the bottom of about 100 mm to ensure air circulation. Door handles should be made of wood to avoid getting burned.
All doors can be divided into four main types - solid, with glass inserts, made entirely of glass and with patterns. Most often, doors are made from larch and coniferous species, such as linden, aspen, alder or spruce. Door frames can be found from birch or even cedar. Glass doors are made from 8mm tempered glass, which can withstand sudden temperature changes.
We must not forget that the log house of the bathhouse will gradually settle, and, as a result, the doors and windows will close either easily or hard. Therefore, for safety reasons, the door to the steam room must be installed so that it opens outward. You should not put latches on it to avoid accidental slamming.
“Construction Rules”, No. 26/1, December 2011
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A bathhouse is not only a good centuries-old tradition, but also an excellent way to improve your health and lift your spirits. However, this statement is true if the basic rules for building a bathhouse are followed. Let's take a closer look at some of the nuances. For example, the question often arises - how to properly make windows in a bathhouse.
It is not worth making a window higher in a bathhouse: as you know, warm air rises and if the window is placed high, then a significant part of the heat will go outside. The low position of the window in the bathhouse raises concerns that I will look into the room from the street and violate the privacy of vacationers. To prevent this from happening, you can use a special film that allows you to see from the inside, while making the glass in the bathhouse opaque from the outside. Now about the size of the window in the bathhouse.
A lot of heat escapes through large windows. There is no need for bright light in the bathhouse either; electricity is still carried out. Therefore, the optimal window size is about 5% of the floor area. As for the shape of the window opening, as a rule, the window in the bathhouse is made rectangular, and the best combination of height and width is 2:3 or 3:4.
Separately, it is worth mentioning whether it is necessary to make a window in the steam room. A steam room is a place where the air temperature is maximum, so it is necessary that heat loss be as small as possible. The window in the steam room can be made very small (say, 30 x 40 cm) or even not made at all. If you still decide to make a window in the steam room, it is better to choose not simple glass, but multi-chamber double-glazed windows. In addition, glass facing indoors must withstand high temperatures and not burst when there are temperature changes.
It is advisable that the windows in the bathhouse open. This will help you dry the room and avoid dampness and mold. It is better not to install metal elements on the inside of windows, otherwise they will be subject to corrosion. When making your own window in a bathhouse, remember that wood tends to swell. Therefore, we advise you to leave the frame fixed without glass for some time until the entire building settles and the wood goes through the drying process.
Only after this can you cut the glass, as well as seal the cracks in the frame using lime putty or a special paste made from wallpaper glue and chalk. A few words about what type of door should be made in a bathhouse. The main rule is that the door must open outward; this is dictated by safety standards. If a person becomes ill in the steam room, he can at least open the door and gain access to fresh air. For the same reason, locks cannot be made from inside the steam room. By following these simple rules, you can build a cozy bathhouse and enjoy light steam.
