4 by 5 bathhouse project: advantages, design features and examples

Having your own bathhouse on site is the dream of many. It’s nice to come at any time and take a steam bath with a broom, then drink tea on the veranda, without having to time it, because every hour of visiting is paid. In addition, today the choice of building materials is rich and varied, so building a bathhouse yourself is not so expensive.

The bathhouse can have different sizes; you should choose based on the size of the area, budget and the number of people who will go to take a steam bath. The 4x5 m bathhouse project is one of the most popular options, which is close to the ideal - the 6x4 m bathhouse project.

8×8

The area of ​​the bathhouse “8 by 8” allows you to experiment with the organization of space and develop it vertically in a non-standard way.
A high frame bathhouse will become unusual if sun loungers are built into the main volume of the first floor along the walls - for overnight guests, for example.

Under the ceiling of the mezzanine there will be a steam room, shower room, bathroom, and kitchen. The common ceiling of the recreation room and the one and a half floor - an impromptu recreation room - will be the cladding of the gable roof.

The rafter system will have to be supported by independent supports.

A large area given over to non-bath rooms often forces one to create an additional exit from the washing room - to the terrace, to the pool, to the gazebo.

Features and varieties

Even if the area of ​​the site for the construction of a mini-bath is small, drawing up an optimal project will not be difficult. You can use one of the options for such a construction. Let's look at the main varieties.

Mini-sauna made of timber

The most popular project is a mini-bath made of timber. Almost every craftsman can build such a structure. A small ergonomic bathhouse of 2x4 m, despite its dimensions, contains all the necessary compartments. The steam room and washing room can accommodate up to three people. The stove can easily be placed in a corner. This is one of the most economical options for a summer residence.

Summer mini-sauna

One of the budget options. If the area of ​​your house or cottage allows you to allocate a corner for a bathhouse, you can equip it in the bathroom. Heating is carried out using a special stove for built-in baths, with a container for stones. However, the room must have separate access to the street and good ventilation.

Barrel

The rounded shape of the mini-bath is the choice of many summer residents. Barrel-shaped frame, tightened with clamps. The heated air circulates as convection, since there are no corners in the room. It is precisely because of its design shape that the bathhouse is well ventilated, which eliminates the appearance of mold and dampness.

Mini sauna tank

Unusual design, variant similar to a barrel. Made in the form of a tank caterpillar, the boards are fastened with clamps. The tank bath project is small and can be transported if desired. The compartments of the room will accommodate a shower and a stove.

Options and photos of 4x6 bathhouse layouts with separate steam room and sink

Having determined the conditions in which the bathhouse will be used, you can begin to draw up a preliminary design. You need to put in it everything that you want to fit inside. To do this, display to scale all the furniture and equipment that are planned to be used in the building. This will allow you to understand what you need to keep and what you have to give up.

Bathhouse for a family of 3-4 people

If only family members will use it, there is no point in making the dressing room large - it will be more difficult to warm it up, it will cool down faster, especially in winter. As the air temperature drops, the relative humidity will rise, causing fog and condensation to form on furniture and clothing. It is uncomfortable to be in such a room; either additional heating or good ventilation will be required.

It is more logical to limit the room to the required volume in which to install a table and a couple of benches or chairs sufficient for all guests at the same time. Separate the rest of the area with a partition and make a vestibule in it, in which to organize a locker room. It will be more convenient to change clothes, since the air is dry and clothes do not stick to the skin. In winter, this will protect against cold air entering the dressing room when opening the front door. On the remaining area it is worth placing a toilet. Although the bathroom is not the main room in a family bath, if it is not nearby at the right time, it will cause inconvenience. There is no need to allocate a large area for it, 1-2 square meters is enough. m.

In the given task, the total area is 24 square meters. m. From the minimum requirements, it turns out that for a family of 3-4 people, 3-4 square meters is enough. m for the steam room, sink and dressing room. But if you increase each room to 6 square meters. m, it will become more spacious. It will be possible to receive a couple more guests, and there is enough space in the sink even for a small font.

Another 6 square meters will remain vacant. m, which is enough for a vestibule-dressing room (4 sq. m.) and a bathroom with an area of ​​2 sq. m. m. These rooms will be used for a short time, so there will be enough space to spare. In reality, the numbers will be slightly lower due to walls and partitions, but not significantly. The result is a spacious bathhouse for a family holiday, ready to accommodate two additional guests.

Bathhouse at a tourist base for 8-10 people

The number and composition of guests in such a bathhouse will be different, and you need to be prepared to accept the maximum number. Most likely, the main communication will take place at the table in the waiting room. There is no need to split the area of ​​the dressing room into a vestibule and a locker room; lockers along the wall or hangers are enough. A bathroom is required.

So that guests do not feel cramped, the steam room and sink should simultaneously accommodate at least half of the total number. This means that their minimum area should be 4-5 square meters. m per room. Since part of the walls will be occupied by partitions, you need to take a small margin - 6 square meters each. m.

There will be 12 square meters left. m, from which you need to subtract 1.5 sq. m for a bathroom. The dressing room will be 10.5 square meters. m, which is enough for free communication at a table of 8-10 people at the same time. To store clothes and personal belongings, it is worth organizing lockers at the entrance. A small refrigerator and microwave oven for drinks and snacks would be useful. A TV and speaker system will not take up space on the floor, but will add comfort to guests.

The examples discussed show that there is no universal layout. Each owner must formulate his own wishes and requirements for the bathhouse. It is advisable to draw them up immediately in the form of a sketch, this will help in the future to communicate with the designer and builders. There is no need to try to fit many small rooms into a small building at the expense of comfort. When construction is completed, you may want to add a terrace or even an enclosed veranda to the bathhouse. In this case, do not worry - such extensions can be made at any time.

Washing

The area of ​​the washing compartment must be calculated based on 1 m/sq. per person. Of course, if you wish, you can either increase or decrease the area of ​​this room. The size of the sink can be planned in principle to any size at the owner’s request), but from practice it is recommended to make this room no more than 2 meters. A larger sink would simply not be practical. With this layout, it is possible to additionally install benches for placing bath accessories.

Advice.

It is imperative to install ventilation in this compartment. Install vents or a full window.

To ensure that the room is well ventilated, some builders think about the placement of ventilation in the floor and ceiling, so that there will be a constant flow of fresh air in the room with good circulation. This is very important in order to get rid of dampness and in the case of wooden floors to prevent rotting of the wood. If the decoration is made of ceramic tiles, then a window will be enough.

Sauna stoves with separate firebox, sink, steam room

Above, we have already tried to briefly tell the reader that an increase in the size of the bathhouse inevitably leads to the need to resolve the issue of heating the premises in addition to the steam room.

You can find out how the furnace power is calculated for the known cubic capacity of a steam room here. However, we are talking about adequate heating of a steam room.

If you take the firebox into the rest room, where it will serve as a fireplace, some of the heat will be transferred to the rest room. Whether this will be enough can only be determined empirically, because the specific temperature outside the window, the power of the stove, and the cubic capacity of the rest room all matter.

But we also have a soap one - what to do with it? You can remove one of the sides of the stove, but this is usually done with brick stoves, although you can experiment with the brick lining of a metal stove.

Another option for heating a soap bar is to move the tank that heats the stove into the washing room, then the tank will act as a radiator.

Another option is heaters or underfloor heating. You don't spend much time in the bathhouse, so running heaters won't break the bank.

You can also transfer the heating of hot water to radiators, that is, create an autonomous heating system in the bathhouse, but you need to remember that heating the water takes heat away from the stove, so its power drops. But there is still summer when heating is not needed.

Therefore, the stove should be such that you can regulate its power. This is realistic for gas and electric stoves, but you will have to tinker with wood stoves, including brick ones.

If you are interested in what kind of sauna stoves there are - Russian or Finnish - look through our section dedicated to stoves. There is a lot of useful information about stoves for saunas with a separate firebox, sink, steam room...

What you should immediately consider

Everyone’s needs are different, so it’s worth starting to design a bathhouse with a steam room, sink, relaxation room, bathroom, terrace, swimming pool, etc., with how exactly you are going to use this bathhouse in the future.

The second point is what
the climatic conditions are like where your bathhouse will be - there are specifics for areas with particularly harsh winters, for example.
The third point is what opportunities you have, from budget to the geology of the site.

And if there is certainty at least on the points:

• number of persons;
• frequency and seasonality of use;
• type of bath (Russian or Finnish, iron or brick stove);
• wall material (logs, beams, bricks, blocks, frame);
• dimensions of a geologically suitable area;
• allowable costs,
• then you can start designing.

We will show you options for what a bathhouse can look like given certain given dimensions - these are not the only options for plans, you can build on them and make any necessary adjustments.

Let's put it this way: our article is for those who have already figured out in their minds what size of bath they are expecting and would like to get acquainted with ready-made plans so that in the end they can either choose a ready-made one or make their own based on the existing ones.
IMPORTANT! When looking at the plans, take into account the fact that we did not take into account the thickness of the walls and insulation, and this can significantly reduce the area of ​​the room from the inside.
Therefore, calculate in advance the thickness of the walls and the insulation cake, and then subtract it from your plan (or, conversely, add it if you want to maintain the dimension inside). You will learn how to calculate the power of the stove for a given cubic capacity of a steam room here, and you will learn the dependence of the size of the steam room on the number of people here; we will calculate the optimal size of the steam room in this article.

Bath decoration

The decor of the bathhouse begins with the interior walls. For finishing use tiles, tiles or water-repellent imitation of wood or stone. For a country-style bathhouse, wood with any pattern is suitable. In the Scandinavian direction, white wood or marble and stone are welcome. Provence or loft harmonizes perfectly with tiles or tiles in warm or light colors. Depending on the height, the ceiling is left wooden, and frame inserts are made for LED lighting.

An artificial pond can be organized on the terrace, if there is one on the 2nd floor. A living room with an aquarium or artificial fountain will create a harmonious and lively environment. Decorative items: pillows, paintings, embroidery and figurines are chosen only to suit the style of the bathhouse interior. The exception is the national style of the setting.

Beautiful examples

Projects for building a mini-bath vary in design and scale of the structure. From varieties of barrel baths, tank baths to fairy-tale towers.

The design of the building can be with a wide terrace and carport, a swimming pool and a shower.

Carved shutters and landscaped area. Decorative finishing and interior elements in the form of a fountain and waterfall can easily disguise the usual faucets. Garden watering cans, barrels instead of a washstand and wicker furniture on a small terrace.

A small mini-bath project can become a beautiful place for rest and relaxation. Steaming, improving your health and relaxing with your family is a luxury that everyone can afford. By showing imagination and the desire to create with your own hands, it is possible to ensure a comfortable pastime in nature.

Review of a bathhouse measuring 2 by 4 m made of timber in the video below.

Optimal dimensions of the bathhouse for relaxation in comfort

Before starting construction work, it is important to familiarize yourself with the current legislative norms and rules governing the construction of bathhouses and other buildings in the private sector, in the country. Depending on the frequency of use, baths are:

Depending on the frequency of use, baths are:

1. Seasonal. Used in the warm season. Small in size. Can be supplemented with an outdoor pool and gazebo. The original design is considered to be a barrel.
2. Year-round. Apply regardless of season. The shape and area are different. May have several floors. They are built from logs, foam blocks, bricks, timber. They have an internal heating system with a gas, solid fuel boiler, stove or fireplace. They are often equipped with heated floors.

The number of premises also matters. The presence of a terrace, swimming pool, or attic floor implies a more complex layout and careful calculation when purchasing materials and supplying communications.

For 1–2 people

A country version of a small bathhouse is a dressing room (dressing room), washing room and steam room.

The dimensions of the premises for one person are as follows:

The width of the dressing room should be from 1 m. The total area is from 1.3 sq. m. m. Moechnaya - from 1 sq. m. Steam room

When calculating, it is important to take into account the place for people to relax and install the stove, that is, on average - up to 2 square meters. m.

The minimum size of a bathhouse for two people is 2.6 * 2.5 m. To save space, shelves are placed around the perimeter of the room in the shape of the letter L or P.

For 3–4 people

The dimensions of the steam room for three people in a sitting position are 1.3 * 1.8 m. Four people can steam if the dimensions are increased to 1.5 * 2 m. The figures are given without taking into account the stove placed there. The place for it is selected individually.

For 5 or more people

In order for the steam room to comfortably accommodate more than 5 people, the dimensions of the long wall should be from 2 m, the short one - from 1.5 m (provided the room is rectangular in shape). Two- and three-tier shelves are attached along the long wall, where vacationers can steam while lying or sitting.

If desired, you can add an attic and place a guest bedroom there.

No less popular is a bathhouse measuring 5*8 m. This project has enough space for a large billiard room, terrace and recreation room.

An interesting option for building from a fresh log house measuring 6*6 m with an attic. The interior is often decorated in Russian style. A large family or a group of friends of 10 or more will be well accommodated here.

Other options for two-story buildings

Naturally, 6 by 6 log bathhouse projects are not limited to these two options and can differ in many different layout and layout options, the main factors are your preferences and the price you are willing to pay, because the cost can vary greatly (read also the article “Two-story bathhouse : advice from experts and recommendations from designers”).

From the attached video in this article you can learn more information on this topic. Here's another option

Layout of a two-story bathhouse

Due to the absence of a terrace and balcony, the floor area is even larger, so the rooms are much more spacious, this is especially noticeable in the washing room and steam room, and at the entrance there is a fairly spacious corridor. In addition, this layout provides for a bathroom, which is also important.

One-story bathhouses may differ in the ratio of the area of ​​the premises to each other, the layout option, and the presence of a bathroom. Some may have terraces, and some may have attached corridors.

All this can be agreed upon with specialist builders, and if you are going to build a bathhouse with your own hands, then the project should be thought through in advance, so that by the time work begins you know exactly what should happen in the end. Modifications and alterations during construction are fraught with increased time and significant financial costs.

Features of the layout of a bathhouse made of 6x4 timber

The design of a 4x6 bathhouse must be carefully thought out. Despite the fact that smaller complexes are often built, every square meter still needs to be distributed with maximum benefit.

The layout of a 6x4 bathhouse may differ in the size of the rooms. The area of ​​the steam room can be increased due to the relaxation room. You can do the opposite - plan a more spacious living room, but reduce the area of ​​the steam room or dressing room. In some cases, owners consider it mandatory to have a separate dressing room; for other owners, it is more important to have a large, comfortable shower. There can be many nuances of planning, it all depends on how the owners see their ideal bathhouse.

conclusions

Designing a bathhouse is a very important process, on which the quality of the structure, its functionality and cozy atmosphere will depend.

Only a high-quality drawing and project will allow the bathhouse to serve its owner for a long time.

As we found out, baths with dimensions of 6x6 are an excellent option for organizing quality rest for a small family. All the necessary premises will fit perfectly here, allowing you to relax your soul and body.

6x6 bathhouse with attic sectional view
Despite the huge number of ready-made design solutions in the construction of 6x6 bathhouses, you can do their planning yourself. This step allows you to provide individual moments that will help the owners create the bathhouse of their dreams. For example, you can equip it with a veranda or attic floor according to your own design. These rooms allow you to expand the functionality of a standard bathhouse and make it even more comfortable.

Some more popular sizes

8 by 8

Pay attention to the photo of the layout of the 8 by 8 bathhouse - you can immediately see that there is a lot of useful space inside, which requires only one thing from you: use it wisely! It is obvious that such large baths today are rather an exception to the rule. Accordingly, the more possibilities, the more difficult it is to ultimately come to the only correct decision.

In this case, it is advisable to turn to professional specialists who can carry out the layout of such a bathhouse to the highest possible quality. However, you can get some good ideas from the photos below.

As a rule, in such large baths you can create a hammam: set aside a separate room for this purpose, equip it with the necessary sun loungers, and put a massage table. Women love the Turkish bath!

Self-harvesting

If you decide to independently prepare all the materials for such work, the instructions for you will be as follows.

This should be done in advance, and all the wood necessary for interior decoration is obtained in winter. At this time, it contains a minimum of moisture, and the wood will not be difficult to dry.

Important! Do not use dead wood for construction - you only need to extract living wood and dry it under a canopy.

The top and butt are not used in the work; only the middle stem part is needed. In addition, you should not take wood with rot, cavities or beetles. The coniferous tree must be free of leaking resin.

For the lower crowns and floors, it is better to find oak - it will ensure durability. After all, all 4x5 bathhouse projects involve the construction of a serious structure that will last for years and decades.

Next, you should use white spruce or linden - these materials perfectly remove moisture and therefore become ideal for baths.

Construction works

In order for the service life of the bath to be long, the norms and requirements must be observed during construction. The whole process consists of several stages:

1. Selecting a location and marking the site.
2. Purchase of building materials.
3. Construction of the foundation.
4. Walling.
5. Installation of doors and windows.
6. Roof and roof installation.
7. Finishing facilities.

Choosing the location of the bath

The ease of use and service life of the steam room depend on the correct choice of place for construction. There are several features:

1. A bathhouse with your own hands should be built on a hill. If it is not there, then it is recommended to erect an artificial hill. In this case, it takes a year for the soil to settle.
2. Water pipes. The best option for quickly drawing water into the steam room is a well.
3. Delivery and storage of fuel materials. Storage space should be selected at the planning stage.

Selecting materials for the foundation, walls and roof

The foundation should be arranged taking into account the building material chosen for the walls:

1. For log, timber and frame buildings, a pile or columnar foundation is suitable.
2. For heavier buildings made of bricks and blocks, a strip is required.

Corrugated sheets or metal tiles can be used as roofing material.

Marking and foundation

When the bathhouse diagram according to the drawings is ready, you can begin marking the site. To do this, in strict accordance with the project, pegs with a taut rope are installed in the corners. If you plan to install a pile or columnar foundation, then in this case it is necessary to install pegs in all places where the supports will stand.

After installing the formwork, the trench is filled with concrete and reinforcement elements.

Professionals warn: with such dimensions, the baths with a relaxation room are a five-wall structure. For this reason, the partition is laid at the foundation stage.

Walling. Windows and doors

The first stage of brickwork, foam blocks or crown (when erecting a building from logs and timber) is considered extremely important. The entire further course of work depends on the correctness of its implementation. After finishing the laying of the first row, it is worth checking it using a level. If there is a distortion, it is better to redo it right away. The second row begins to be laid from the corner.

Already at this stage, the location of windows and doorways is noted. You need to remember: frames and doors can only be installed in a finished building. These elements for steam rooms are best made of wood.

Roof of the bathhouse

After the walls are erected, the roof must be installed. This work can also be done without the involvement of specialists:

1. After the walls are built, ceiling beams are laid and covered with boards.
2. The next stage is the installation of the rafter system and sheathing.
3. The roof can be represented by corrugated sheets or tiles.
4. The final stage of installation includes installing a drain.

How can you decorate the outer walls of a 4x4 bath?

Typically, external walls are treated by mechanical action or, to put it simply, sanded. After that, to give the walls a wonderful look, they are treated with a special solution that can resist insects, protects against instantaneous ignition, and also gives the logs a wonderful look, emphasizing their structure.

After sanding the logs, they are caulked. This is done in order to seal the gaps that appear between the logs.

At this stage, the exterior decoration of the walls of our 4x4 bathhouse is completed. If everything is done correctly, then the wood, sanded and treated with a special compound, will serve for many more years and will delight the owners with its magnificent appearance.

If the owners want to give this building a modern and beautiful look, then the outer walls can be covered with horizontal siding . One of the options would be to decorate the walls with panels for facades, block houses or bricks.

If you want to save on wall decoration, you can do it using a more budget-friendly material - vinyl siding. It looks great, protects from snow and rain and withstands solar radiation well.

There is another option for finishing the external walls of a 4x4 bath. It is performed using natural stone or torn brick. This finish will look simply amazing, but, however, it is quite expensive.

Projects

Before starting to build a 4 by 6 meter bathhouse, it is necessary to select the most optimal project that meets the requirements of the future owner. There are many options for drawings and building plans that can satisfy the most demanding tastes.

To correctly select a construction project, you need to understand the possible functionality. A lightweight version of the building could be a summer bathhouse, which would include a minimum of premises (a relaxation area, a steam room, a wash room).

If a project is being selected for a commercial purpose (for example, for a tourist base), then it is better to take care of a spacious relaxation room so that all guests can comfortably sit at the table after visiting the steam room. It is worth choosing a project with a separate firebox in order to control the process of heating the bathhouse and not disturb vacationers.

A veranda or terrace (especially in the summer) can easily replace a recreation area. If it is possible to close the windows of the veranda, then you can use the space of the room even in the cool season, and mosquito nets will get rid of annoying insects. Projects with summer rooms will help the future owner save money on interior decoration, as well as heat and waterproofing.

Correctly set priorities will help you plan the placement of interior partitions inside the bathhouse. If the future owner expects to often invite guests to “steam,” then it would be most appropriate to choose a project with a spacious recreation room.

In this case, as a rule, only a part of the guests visit the steam room at a time, while gatherings at the table take place with the participation of everyone. The sink should also not be made too large - you can limit yourself to the space for a shower stall and a place where you can dry yourself with a towel and put on a robe.

In the case where the future bathhouse will be intended for family stays, and also used for household purposes (washing clothes), the washing unit should be spacious and comfortable for several people to stay at once.

The shower cabin is replaced with taps with cold and hot water, basins and benches.

You can properly plan the space on your site and have a large, comfortable bathhouse of 6x4 meters if you replace the terrace with a small porch. This will provide comfortable access to fresh air, and will also give the structure a finished look.

Selection and location of the furnace

Heating of each room depends on the type and power of the stove

Therefore, it is important to choose a suitable stove for the desired volume of premises (especially the steam room). The best materials for a sauna stove are brick or metal

A brick kiln heats up slower and cools down longer, so it uses less fuel. However, it is not easy to assemble such a structure; this should be done by a master stove maker.

It is easy to make a metal stove yourself. Basic skills in working with an angle grinder and a welding machine are enough. It is better suited for a bath with a small steam room. Stoves are divided into electric and wood-burning (can be heated with coal, fuel oil or gas). Wood stoves are authentic, but electric stoves are easier to install and maintain.

If the bathhouse does not have any heating other than a stove, it must be installed so that it heats several rooms at once. The universal layout of the stove is with the door towards the dressing room. Then there will be a heater inside the steam room, and a container of water in the wash room.

This is the most convenient option to use: the firebox is located in the center of the bathhouse and warms up all the rooms:

• The highest temperature should be in the steam room.
• A little lower - in a ventilated wash room (in a humid and hot room it is more difficult to breathe, which can be dangerous for people with heart and lung diseases).
• Moderate heating in a cool dressing room.

In addition to the location and dimensions of the premises, it is worth considering the internal work in advance. For example, how and how tightly to insulate the walls. The thinner the material, the more internal insulation it requires. A bathhouse made of timber must be laid during construction; for a log building, inter-crown insulation is sufficient. In a brick bathhouse, you should definitely fill the space between the masonry walls; the outside can be insulated with slabs or foam plastic.

Floor insulation is of great importance. Wooden logs or concrete floor slabs are used as the base for the flooring in the bathhouse. The flooring itself is made of expanded clay, foamed polystyrene, foamed polymers or glass wool.

The chimney can be internal or external. In Russian bathhouses, internal structures that do not violate the architectural appearance of the building are more popular. It can be assembled from metal, ceramic or brick pipes. Heat-insulating material is applied to the junction of the pipe and the ceiling, and rain protection is installed above the chimney. An insulating cap is placed on the roof.

Interior decoration can be different depending on the needs and tastes of the owners. It helps maintain temperature and protects against burns. The main thing is that the materials are hygienic and heat-resistant. For a steam room, it is better to give preference to deciduous wood. They do not emit resin; conifers are well suited for sinks and dressing rooms. Loungers in the steam room, shower cabin and trestle beds in the washing room are installed based on calculations of the volume of the premises. Electricity, ventilation and sewerage are supplied to the premises at the end of construction.

Bathhouse location

When choosing a place where a bathhouse will be built, it is necessary to take into account the requirements of SNiP, environmental regulations, and the features of the landscape design of the site. A wooden bathhouse measuring 4x6 will become a significant and expressive element of the home.

It is better to position it so that it is clearly visible to the person entering the site.

It is recommended to fill the distance from the house to the bath complex with such decorative details that will stylistically combine a modern cottage and a wooden log house.

How to choose a place for a bath, watch the following video:

Features of the construction of a small bath complex

Since the bath complex has a small size and, accordingly, a small total mass, for its construction it is possible to build a columnar, shallow strip or pile foundation. If such a structure is erected on soils with a reduced stability index, a foundation base in the form of a solid reinforced concrete slab can be used.

When used as a building material for walls, logs can be laid in a variety of laying methods. When constructing walls from logs, high-quality caulking of inter-crown joints will be required. Caulking of inter-crown cracks is carried out in 2 stages - at the installation stage, primary caulking is carried out, and after shrinkage of the log house, final caulking is carried out. To carry out this operation, use flax tow, felt or moss.

If naturally drying timber is used for construction work, the construction of building walls is greatly simplified, since carpentry work is not required, with the exception of the joining points of the timber.
Laying the sealing material when using timber is greatly simplified. The compactor is laid in such a way that the crowns of the timber fit snugly against each other. The tight fit of the crowns and high-quality sealing between the crowns allows you to avoid the appearance of cold bridges in the space between the crowns.

If all requirements and construction standards are met, the owner of the site can receive a high-quality building that will meet all his requirements.

Buy or build

Building a high-quality bathhouse that holds the temperature well, has the required level of humidity, is properly ventilated and has other necessary qualities is not an easy task. For an experienced builder, building a real bathhouse on your own site will not be difficult. But you shouldn’t take on this without special skills, especially since today you can inexpensively order a bathhouse from professionals.

It is better to contact well-known construction companies with an impeccable reputation and a full range of services. Such organizations enter into contracts with their clients and are responsible for the quality of work performed. Professional builders will first approve the finished plan for a 6x4 bathhouse, and after that they will assemble the log house in accordance with all the rules of technology. Beautiful and successful bathhouse designs

Having your own bathhouse next to the cottage is an opportunity to fully relax with the whole family or with friends. In addition, the bath is good for health. Another advantage is that it decorates the site and gives any home a respectable and luxurious look.

Bathhouse layout options can be anySource banya-ili-sauna.ru

Bathhouse project for those who like to run out of the steam room into the snowSource as-elit.ru

The base significantly extends the service life of the bath Source centermira.ru

Bathhouse project with a large veranda and a spacious steam roomSource ro.decorexpro.com

Layout of a 6x4 bathhouse with an atticSource rus-plotniki.ru

Having free space on the site, you cannot neglect the opportunity to build a beautiful, comfortable and useful bathhouse. The main thing is to choose the right layout option for the bath complex, its size and location.

Material selection

The most popular materials for the construction of 3x6, 4x6, 6x6 baths are rounded logs and timber. However, there are projects made of brick, aerated concrete and frame. Types of materials for saunas, their advantages and disadvantages:

• Brick. Strong, durable, non-flammable. Requires a reliable foundation due to its heavy weight, as well as finishing, waterproofing and insulation. Used for constructing protective screens for the furnace inside the steam room. A 3x6, 4x6, 6x6 bathhouse project made of brick will cost more than a similar one made of wood.
• Foam concrete. The material is cheap and light, has thermal insulation properties, and is non-flammable. In a building made of aerated concrete, noise from the street is not heard. The structure of the material allows you to implement any planning ideas. However, artificial stone walls need interior finishing. Without insulation and plastering of the facade, a foam concrete bathhouse looks unaesthetic.
• Frame with insulation. This is a low-weight structure for which a lightweight foundation is suitable. Frame buildings measuring 3x6, 4x6 or 6x6 can be erected in a week. If the work is carried out according to the layout, such a structure is not inferior in properties to a similar wooden one.
• Rounded log or timber. Walls made of such materials do not need finishing. The tree looks good and has a pleasant smell. It is durable and protects the building from the cold. The disadvantages of the material are flammability, shrinkage, susceptibility to rotting, mold.

Buildings 3x6, 4x6, 6x6 made of timber or logs decrease in volume over 8 years. It is important to take this property into account when planning and construction. Coniferous wood is considered the best for building a sauna. Aspen is especially popular due to its low cost and moisture resistance.

The choice of material for baths 3x6, 4x6, 6x6 is an important stage in construction planning. But you should be guided by personal preferences, not price. The cost of erecting frame structures is two times cheaper than wooden ones. However, with full finishing, the construction price is the same.

Layout

The 4x6 sauna layout is not only a steam room and a washing room. It can be equipped with a closed veranda for comfortable spending time in the cold season, and an open terrace for relaxing in the summer.

If the bathhouse has a second floor with a bedroom where guests can spend the night, it turns into a real bathhouse complex. In addition to the bedroom, a swimming pool, billiards, and a recreation room can be located on the second floor. The first one is then allocated for the steam room and washing department.

When drawing up a drawing of the future building, it is necessary to think in advance about the location and size of the rooms. For example, the area of ​​the dressing room, which prevents cold air from penetrating into the room, is measured at 1.3 m² per person plus the space where things and bath accessories will be stored.

For the steam room there are different standards. There should be at least 1 square meter of area per person, plus the distance between the stove and the walls, plus passages. The optimal height of this room is considered to be 2-2.1 m.

In general, the standard plan for a 4 by 6 meter bathhouse consists of:

1. dressing room;
2. steam rooms;
3. washing department;
4. rest rooms.

Veranda, terrace, attic - this is at the discretion of the owners. The dimensions of the building make it possible to “play” with the size and placement of rooms.

Whether the bathhouse is built with your own hands or to order - the project is necessary in any case. It will allow you to pre-distribute rooms, designate their sizes, figuratively imagine where everything will be located, and make the most efficient use of space.

The roof can be single-pitch or gable. The second option looks more impressive and aesthetically pleasing. A bathhouse with a gable roof will also allow you to use the space to equip a recreation room or store things.

3x5

Since people are interested in washing and steam room options for these dimensions, separately and together, we will present both options, and then you can decide which one you prefer, but everything that was said about the possibilities of reproducing the conditions of a Russian bathhouse in a building with an area of ​​3 by 3 meters - remains valid even when increased to 5. Make a stove in a surround, use steam generators if it is not possible to make a full-fledged closed heater.

Washing and steam room separately

Let us say right away that this option cannot be called the only possible one. Moreover, for those who are not inclined to receive guests and drink libations, the design of a bathhouse with a steam room and a sink of such dimensions may seem unsuccessful. But you can always start from what you have and reshape everything in your own way