Scandinavian-style baths - construction projects with photos

How modern style is formed

Of course, the basis for developing the design and appearance of most bathhouse buildings remains national traditions in construction in a particular area. Often, when creating a new original style for a bathhouse, designers have to take into account several determining factors:

• Materials primarily used in a particular region or locality. For example, for a Russian or Finnish bath it will be a timber or a rounded log. For a modern loft-style bathhouse, most of the design will be filled with elements and details of urban buildings;
• Traditions of space planning. A bathhouse built in a modern style cannot be cramped or uncomfortable. Even in small bathhouses, log cabins or houses, it is necessary to provide traditional premises, for example, for a Russian-style bathhouse, most of the building will need to be planned for a stove and a rest room with a dressing room of decent size, with furniture;
• Features of the architecture of a building of a certain stylistic direction. For example, for a chalet-style bathhouse or buildings in Scandinavian design, high ceilings and complex multi-tiered ceilings are usually provided. Of course, the advanced style of a certain direction is determined not only by the above; the smallest details make a huge contribution to the design and decoration of the bathhouse. For example, the shape and style of bath utensils, furniture, accessories for the steam room, design and decoration of walls and, of course, the organization of the washing process.

Steam room

This room is the main room of the building. This is where the temperature is maintained high and the oven is placed. In the corner of the steam room there are stones that create steam. There should be a heat-resistant coating underneath.

There are also benches arranged on steps. Two, as a rule, are intended for sitting, one or two for lying. When arranging a steam room, you need to think through the following nuances:

1. The materials with which the ceiling and walls are sheathed, the nature of the thermal insulation properties - taking them into account, the depth of thermal insulation of the rooms is calculated, and constructive techniques are used;
2. efficient operation of the ventilation system is ensured by a special box or swinging window with double glazing. The location of the window is opposite the stove;
3. the doorway is designed with a higher threshold: this way, cool air does not pass under the door and thermal efficiency is not reduced. The door itself swings outward;
4. steam room and washing room are separated, otherwise the quality of steam and temperature decreases and fuel consumption increases.

Bathhouse in Scandinavian style

Modern chalet-style bath complexes have many similarities with the architecture of country houses in Northern Europe. A Scandinavian-style bathhouse with a modern interpretation always looks practical, always in unity with nature, forest plantings, and against the backdrop of ponds.

Unlike a chalet born in the mountains, Scandinavian bathhouse design involves maximum naturalism. For example, to emphasize the stylishness of the bathhouse building, the designers used an unusual technique - the high roof of the bathhouse was covered with real grass.

Bathhouses in the Scandinavian style are replete with a huge amount of aged and stained wood.

Most of the buildings look a little dark, but such a decision is quite justified, since bathhouses are mainly built in the forest or shaded part of the site.

The interiors of Scandinavian-style baths differ from the usual Russian buildings by huge windows, preferably overlooking a pond or a picturesque landscape.

At the same time, the bathhouse itself may be smaller than a 2x2 m area, but the window in a modern window frame takes up 2/3 of the area of ​​the steam room wall.

Scandinavian-style bathhouse: layout ideas

The decision to decorate the interior of a bathhouse in a Scandinavian style is one of the most correct. Bath complexes of this type are built in cities and on the territory of suburban households.

Wash room

The washing room is a shower stall located near the steam room. If the size of the building allows, these zones are separate from each other; in small buildings they are combined. In large buildings, a swimming pool or plunge pool is also equipped here.

The average area of ​​the washing room is 2000x2000mm, then there is a place to take water procedures and place containers with water, hot and cold.

The window is built one and a half times larger than the window in the steam room. The doorway has also been enlarged – 1800x800mm to provide greater comfort. The requirements for heat conservation are lower than in a steam room. The threshold is made high, and the floor is laid with special tiles to prevent slipping and related injuries.

Key Features

Decorating and decorating each individual room in the house takes a lot of time and effort, but arranging a bathhouse is an even more meticulous and complex task, which should be approached with the utmost responsibility. To do this, you need to think carefully about the overall style of the interior, select high-quality building materials and determine the possibility of zoning the space (if necessary). There are also a number of simple tips that will help you create a functional and aesthetic bath room:

1. It is necessary to draw up a plan for the approximate consumption of materials for each zone of the bath: steam room, dressing room, relaxation room. This will help significantly save time and allow you to be confident in the final result.

2. Finishing materials should not only be pleasant in appearance, but also fully comply with safety regulations. This is due to extreme temperature changes in the room.

3. It is worth abandoning parts with angular and sharp surfaces.

4. The floor surface should not be slippery. This is a very important point, compliance with which will protect you from injury.

5. Light shades of the walls will visually make the space a little wider.

6. Quite practical and necessary things can be excellent decor: hats, brooms, utensils.

7. It is unacceptable to use metal or plastic. Under the influence of high temperatures, they begin to poison the air with toxic vapor.

8. Bulky furniture can disrupt the overall atmosphere of warmth and comfort. It is better to take a closer look at simple models without frills.

9. The presence of high-quality wood will increase the healing value of procedures in the bath complex. The best options are aspen, birch and linden.

Interior decoration

Bath complexes designed in a similar style are laconic and functional. When decorating them, it is important not to overload the space with details; it is permissible to create several colorful accents; you can, for example, hang a lamp with a bright lampshade in the rest room or decorate the wall with an original painting.

The walls inside such baths are usually decorated in neutral colors, and the rooms are furnished with wooden or metal furniture with simple shapes.

The floors are finished with tiles or natural stone.

Shelves and partitions made of glass make the image of a traditional Scandinavian steam room more modern.

The rooms, furnished with new wooden furniture, create a comfortable atmosphere. Deer antlers, shelves and racks made of wood fit perfectly into this style. Light wood finishing and a cool color palette visually enhance the temperature contrast and contribute to the visual expansion of spatial boundaries.

Glass inserts can be made in the steam room area. The designs of such baths necessarily include cold water plunge pools, and often fireplaces.

The relaxation room is equipped with soft corners with leather upholstery, wooden and wicker furniture.

In the design you need to use three dominant colors, accessories should be selected in a single style, and do not overdo it with their quantity.

It is desirable that the house and bathhouse be built in the same style, and the design of the local area unites them into a single composition. Make sure that the windows of the bathhouse complex offer a beautiful view of the well-kept yard.

Closeness to nature, reflected in the interior and exterior of Scandinavian baths, is the main feature of this style.

Features of the Finnish sauna

The two main pillars on which the entire sauna system rests are a combination of a fairly high temperature (on average, about one hundred degrees) and low humidity - from 10 to 25 percent. What does this give?

At a minimum, these are more gentle conditions for the body than in a hammam or Russian bath, because... The sweat released instantly evaporates and there is no chance for the body to overheat. This is the main reason for the medicinal properties, which will be discussed further.

Materials used

Many country property owners decide to build frame baths from timber. They can also be decorated in a Scandinavian style.

The choice of materials for finishing such buildings deserves special attention. Furniture made of leather, fabric and wood will fit perfectly into the interior.

Walls

Wood warms up quickly, releases heat slowly and is rich in natural phytoncides. In “dry” areas, you can use coniferous lining with its natural antiseptic effect. But not in the steam room itself, because when heated, the needles release sticky resins.

For a steam room, pay attention to linden, birch, aspen, oak, beech and ash - they are not so sensitive to high humidity. Tiled mosaic looks impressive in the design of a shower room, swimming pool or individual decorative areas. When heated, salt blocks release beneficial minerals.

Wood is used to decorate the steam room without additional processing so that it retains its natural healing properties. For “dry” areas, decorative panels for logs, block houses, planks and any other types of wooden cladding are suitable. To make the coating more durable, it is coated with oil or wax compounds.

Floor

For the floor, be sure to choose collections with a textured anti-slip coating. Linoleum and other artificial materials should not be used. Wood boards are also not suitable, because they are too fire hazardous for a bathhouse, and the more budget-friendly ones also contain formaldehyde.

Ceiling

Wooden cladding with a vapor barrier is also suitable for the ceiling, but it is better to place suspended structures in the dressing room and rest room. Ceiling lining looks beautiful, looks impressive, and ensures a healthy microclimate and air circulation.

Lighting

Use built-in ceiling lights - they are the safest and most practical. Small salt lamps-night lights are suitable for decoration. But it’s better to avoid floor lamps and sconces, because the steam room itself is usually small and every centimeter counts.

Furniture

Furniture with soft, rounded shapes is suitable for saunas and baths. L-shaped benches are also suitable if they go the entire wall so that there are no external corners. This is necessary, first of all, so that if someone suddenly becomes unwell, they do not incur additional injuries.

Therapeutic effect

1. There is such a thing as ''artificial heat'', which refers to the accelerated production of white blood cells in response to the high temperature in the sauna. This helps to significantly strengthen the immune system and destroy harmful microorganisms.
2. It has been scientifically proven that people who regularly visit the sauna produce much more interferon than other people. This protein reduces the chances of cancer several times.
3. Thanks to the abundant secretion of sweat glands (on average, from 0.5 to 1.5 liters at a time), waste and toxins are released along with them.
4. The condition of the skin improves, it becomes more elastic and smooth
5. The condition of the kidneys improves significantly
6. Recognized as an excellent prevention of arthritis, myositis and radiculitis. It is very helpful for chronic forms of runny nose, bronchitis and other nasal or throat diseases.
7. After all, this is a great rest for the body. Frequent sauna visitors experience an increase in the quality of sleep, appetite, and overall stamina. In the steam room you can perfectly relieve stress and tension accumulated throughout the working day.

Interior styles

The issue of design decisions requires special consideration. We decided to talk about the most stylish bathhouse design options that will not leave you indifferent.

Bathhouse in the old Russian style

A traditional option, which in its appearance resembles the design of a cozy hut. Natural logs, rough benches, wooden utensils, an antique (or decoratively aged) stove, no flashy accessories or bright contrasts. Light shades predominate. Finishing most often does not require cladding with additional materials. An interesting decorative option in such an interior could be handmade furniture with carvings.

Bath buildings in modern Russian style

Most designers who specialize in modern interpretations of traditional buildings argue that the Russian style is one of the simplest and most recognizable of all existing ones.

It is possible to list only some of the features that indicate the Russian bathhouse style, even in modern processing and interpretation:

• Using a log frame, often intentionally large in size and diameter, as a bathhouse box;
• In the modern Russian style there are no high roofs with steep slopes and windows covering half the wall of the building. The window openings and doors in the bathhouse are no larger than those of ordinary modern buildings;
• Interior decoration can be done in a block house, emphasizing that the building belongs to a traditional Russian hut;
• The presence of a huge stove, of course, in a modern design and with stove fittings. The traditions of the Russian style suggested the location of the bathhouse next to a pond or well. Therefore, a Russian-style bathhouse building, even in a modern style, is usually complemented by a wooden path and stairs leading to open water.

  
  Often, the structure of a Russian bathhouse in a modern interpretation can be decorated with elements of culture and design of epic or fairy-tale characters. For example, a modern bath building can be built from logs or beams of a special shape and profile.

  
  Even built on a floating platform, the domed mini-bath can rightly be attributed to the Russian style with a modern twist.

  
  Of course, a bathhouse in Russian design can be built from any materials, but the zest is added by finishing the walls with a block house and using logs to decorate the porch.

Chalet-style bathhouse

In terms of their content and recognition, chalet-style bath buildings are rightly considered one of the most striking and expressive. The individual features of the adapted projects include the specific structure of the roof and walls of the bathhouse, the design of the interior space without attic equipment.

Bathhouse structures built in the chalet interpretation adapted to the requirements of the time have their own individual features:

• Roofs with increased roof overhangs and minimal roof space. Thanks to this, the interior of the bathhouse looks very unusual due to the open rafters and struts;
• The presence of a covered terrace at the entrance to the bathhouse;
• Increased sizes of window openings. Advice! It is easiest to build a bath house in the modern form of a chalet; it is enough to use very sloping, flat gable roofs with a huge roof overhang over the entrance to the room.

The walls can be made of any materials, but if the bathhouse building needs to be as close as possible to the original interpretation of the chalet, then the use of siding with imitation rubble stone or wooden cladding is considered more preferable.

Chalet design is becoming incredibly popular for arranging country baths. A modern building most often houses a steam room, a huge guest room and a carport under a wide roof.

The hallmark of the chalet style - a broken two-level roof can be used to decorate a relatively small modern bathhouse. The wooden beam from which the building frame is constructed fits perfectly with the structure and shape of the roof.

To decorate interior spaces in a chalet style, it is recommended to use natural wood with an artificially aged surface. This technique does not deprive the bathhouse of a high level of comfort and at the same time enhances the perception of the interior of the dressing room or rest room.

It is quite difficult to completely and reliably reproduce the spirit of a chalet in the architecture of a modern bathhouse. A true alpine or mountain design of a building involves dark walls made of aged and burnt wood, and in the designs of most of the most interesting bathhouses, preference is given to light or woody shades.

Bathhouse in loft style

According to most professional designers, designing a modern loft-style bathhouse is both a complex and simple task. It’s difficult because this is a completely new semi-industrial image of poor urban neighborhoods, there are no traditions and cultural layer from which ideas could be drawn. Simple, because the boundaries of the modern loft style are quite blurred, and you can experiment with the most unexpected objects.

The interior of a bathhouse, decorated in a loft style, is a combination of unexpected colors and finishing materials. For example, a dressing room made of stained cedar, walnut or chestnut can be combined with a steam room lined with gray tiles and aspen.

Some of the most stylish solutions for a paired compartment in a loft style are presented in the photo below.

The heating wall of the fireplace stove, lined with sandstone, treated in a heat chamber to a jet-black color, and the aspen cladding of the walls of the steam room are successfully combined with light-colored furniture and the cedar floor of the steam room. The interpretation of the loft style suggests the possibility of using the most interesting technical innovations, so the use of a thermal glass door does not seem unnatural.

A large number of imitations of brick, wall blocks or rough construction wood are always used in a loft.

For example, one of the methods for constructing the interior of a bathhouse in a loft style involves the use of ordinary construction pine with all the defects, knots and damage to the fibers.

In another project, the dressing room of a small modern bathhouse can be lined with ceramic tiles or polyurethane decor that imitates brickwork.

Country style bathhouse

This is one of the most ideal combinations. Rustic country style motifs can fill any bathhouse with tranquility and simplicity. The best finishing option would be light wood with a smooth texture. The main features of this design are ceramic tiles, bright utensils, walls with exposed beams, linen textiles and pottery on the shelves of the sitting area. This type of design can definitely be called cozy.

Bathhouse in ethnic style

The appearance may slightly resemble the country style, but there are special distinctive features. This is environmentally friendly finishing, a combination of old and new materials and, at the same time, incompatible contrasts. An ethnic-style bathhouse will truly delight connoisseurs of bright aesthetics, a mystical atmosphere and seekers of creative inspiration.

Bathhouse in Art Nouveau style

This is exactly the rare case when bright multifunctional lighting in a bathhouse will be very appropriate. Art Nouveau loves small accessories, colored mosaics and a special mirror film on the windows (it becomes a protective barrier from prying eyes). This modern approach to design will not leave anyone indifferent.

Shower interior

If your bathhouse has a separate room for showering, arrange it accordingly. Air circulation comes to the fore to avoid constant dampness, mold and mildew. In this regard, coniferous wood with antibacterial properties has proven itself well.

Instead of wood, you can use stylish and durable tiles. Its main advantage is hygiene, because the tiles are very easy to clean, they do not absorb moisture and dry quickly. For safety, cover the floor with rubberized carpets or wooden ladders.

Arrangement of the rest room

The design of a bathhouse should also include detailed arrangement of one of its most important corners - the relaxation room. It is this space that is responsible for the desired effect of home coziness and comfort.

The main mistake when creating an interior is that the style directions of two zones of the same room can be very different. It is not right! One room should complement the other, and not be a complete contrast. Therefore, you need to remember the harmonious combination of every detail in the overall design.

Another important point is the choice of windows for the rest room. They must be small, because the abundance of direct sunlight and drafts will cause many unnecessary problems. Durable roller blinds or blinds made from natural ingredients will help give the space a special coziness.

Lighting should be chosen soft, subdued, giving preference to spotlights instead of bright lamps. Furniture needs to be modeled, taking into account the overall style and scale of the room. For practicality and comfort, a few wooden cabinets will be enough where you can store aromatic oils, massage brushes and other accessories. If there is little space, then wall shelves are an excellent alternative to high shelving.

Lovers of chic and luxury should take into account that leather goods and animal skins are not the best option for decorating the interior of a bathhouse, because high humidity will very soon ruin these things. With a fairly open layout and a wide area of ​​the room, you can install a billiard or football table. Some people prefer installing a TV, others prefer creating an elegant library, and still others prefer a minibar. The choice should be based on personal vacation preferences.

Bathhouse 6x6 m

A 6 by 6 bathhouse design is considered optimal in size. The bathhouse will provide comfort in all functional rooms. It becomes possible to install all the necessary heating equipment and furniture without much space saving. There is an opportunity to arrange an attic, veranda, terrace, further increasing the usable space. A brick stove in a steam room will ensure longer heat retention.

The bathhouse can be used by 8-10 people at once. Each visitor accounts for approximately 1.1 m. The steam room is designed larger than the washing room, and the sewer pipe is located next to the drainage pit.

There is room here to place a dressing room, a steam room, a wash room, a bathroom and several rest rooms.

Bath and sauna interior design - photo

Our selection of photographs of bathhouses in a variety of styles will transport you to this atmospheric place and inspire you to create a beautiful interior. Enjoy watching!

Bathhouse 5x5 m

Such dimensions of the building make the premises comfortable. These parameters are very popular for a bath. You can combine a bathhouse with a terrace under one roof.

Often 10-12 square meters are allocated for the dressing room. m, which is half of the total space. The rest of the room houses a sink and a steam room. This design allows you to comfortably take bath procedures and relax. The relaxation area is decorated with a sofa and an armchair.

In the attic attached to the bathhouse there is a bedroom or a children's room. Now the building is ready to receive guests.

Basic rules for creating a Finnish sauna in the Scandinavian style

To begin with, it is worth mentioning that the bathhouse of each country has its own characteristics, which have been formed over many centuries. Although over time long-standing traditions have been mixed with innovations, in modern times one can notice obvious features that have survived to this day and successfully harmonize with the latest building trends and design solutions. Features of a Finnish bath in the Scandinavian style are as follows:

• combination of natural and natural materials;
• laconicism of forms;
• contrast of temperature effects on the human body.

Harmony of textures and materials in a single style

The interior of a bathhouse in the Scandinavian style involves finishing surfaces using the following materials:

• tree;
• slate;
• stone;
• tile.

Furniture and interior items made of leather, natural dense fabrics and wood go well with interior decoration and Scandinavian interiors.

When choosing a tree, it is important to pay attention to the properties of the wood. This is especially true for the arrangement of sun loungers and seats. Pine cuts and Canadian Red Cedar have excellent properties. Its advantages are as follows:

• durability;
• the wood does not heat up and is comfortable to sit on;
• resistance to the process of natural destruction;
• Possibility of use both indoors and outdoors;
• the wood does not need to be further processed; it contains essential oils, which prevents the destruction of the wood and enriches the sauna with a pleasant aroma.

Tiles or natural stone are great for finishing a floor or pool. Glass shelves, partitions or doors add a touch of modernity to the image of a traditional Finnish sauna.

Selection of furniture and other interior items

Wooden shelves, racks, deer antlers, animal skins - all these elements will be an excellent addition to the Scandinavian interior. You can use lighter wood and cool colors as a basis. This will visually enhance the temperature contrast.

Modern fireplaces with round shapes perfectly highlight new fashion trends. Soft leather furniture by the fireplace will help you relax by the fireplace in pleasant company. A niche where firewood, hot stones, blue water in a pool, glass surfaces are stored - all this will be an excellent opportunity to emphasize the features of the two elements - water and fire.

Features of shapes and furniture design

Bathhouse designs in the Scandinavian style imply laconicism and consistency in the design of the room itself and the interior items that fill it. Modern projects cannot do without the following mandatory elements:

• glass inserts in the steam room area;
• cold water font;
• stylish fireplace;
• leather sofa, wooden, glass or wicker furniture.

It is important to choose three primary colors and build on them in everything. Accessories can disrupt the composition, so they should all be in the same style and there should not be too many of them.

When building a house and a bathhouse, it is important to build them in the same style. The decoration, color scheme and design of the yard should combine the two elements into a single composition. A beautiful and well-kept yard, forest or lawn can open up a beautiful view from the window of the bathhouse. Unity with nature in the interior and exterior is best seen in the Scandinavian style.

Floor plans

Bathhouse 5x8 m

The building effectively uses the first floor and allows for the addition of an attic. It can be divided into several zones, for example, a bedroom and a billiard room. You can add a balcony. However, the larger the premises and the total area, the more acute the questions arise about how to provide the premises with heat and how to waterproof them. The issue of fire safety is important. When installing a steam room, it is important to carry out all the work correctly, which will require expert advice.

Project modifications

Project of a bathhouse with a swimming pool with a total area of ​​323 sq.m., with overall dimensions 17x16m. The unique project is a spacious holiday home with a complex of bathhouses and all the necessary service premises. Such a house will look good on a large plot of land. The building is made in Scandinavian style, and its undoubted advantage is the presence of a large terrace with a barbecue area. The terrace surrounds the main volume and provides an opportunity to admire views of the garden from several sides.

On the ground floor there is a large living-dining room with a separate entrance from the terrace; from the spacious hall you can enter the pool, which is connected to the sauna and shower room. The pool also has its own access to the terrace. To ensure the operation of the bathhouse in the backyard, there is a separate entrance and a room for the woodcutter. On the second floor there are technical rooms, a recreation room and a bathroom.

The project includes a large fireplace, which allows you to enjoy the warmth in the living room and cook on the terrace in the barbecue area.

Choosing a place to build a bathhouse

It is worth considering some nuances:

1. The correct place for a bath should be at some distance from other objects;
2. between the bathhouse and the fence of the neighboring area - 1 m or more;
3. from any wooden building - from 15 m;
4. be away from the garage, wells, swimming pools, children's areas;
5. the optimal place to build a bathhouse is the backyard;
6. you should decide in advance: the bathhouse is a separate building or an extension to the house;
7. when designing, it is necessary to provide for ventilation and wastewater disposal;
8. It is necessary to take into account climatic conditions and soil. The surface for construction is chosen to be flat;
9. in general, the place must comply with the requirements of regulations and legislation.

Ready-made projects to note

There are many ready-made bathhouse designs designed in the Scandinavian style to choose from. They meet modern needs and include, in addition to rooms intended for bath procedures, additional extensions.

The project may include a spacious utility block and a large swimming pool.

It is not necessary to make the rooms large; in the steam room you can limit yourself to a few shelves, or make the rest room a little more spacious. Here you can place a table and benches with soft seats.

The Scandinavian style implies compactness, so a bathhouse can be built both on a large site and on a small one. When choosing a particular design solution, be guided by individual preferences.

A good choice might be a one-story bathhouse project in a Scandinavian style.

• The material for making walls is timber.
• The width and length of the walls are 14.91 and 7.46 m.
• The total construction area is 105.03 sq. m. m.
• The roofing material is flexible tiles. Roof type – broken.

It will be comfortable to spend time in such a bathhouse.

The project of a one-story bathhouse made of rounded logs also deserves attention.

• The width of the building is 7 m, length 8 m.
• Total area – 48.88 sq. m.
• The foundation of this building is strip.
• Roofing material – metal tiles.

You can also order a bathhouse project with an attic.

• The total area of ​​the building is 84.31 square meters.
• Width and length – 6.82 and 8.32 m.

Such a structure will decorate any area.

Scandinavian-style baths are preferred by people who value asceticism. Such buildings look harsh, but have a special charm; it’s easy to feel like a Viking or a Scandinavian Valkyrie in them, and have a good rest after hard work.

Bathhouse 5x4 m

This option allows you to set up a separate washing room and steam room. The rest room becomes more comfortable and spacious, and can be combined with a locker room or dressing room. Due to the direct absence of a dressing room, this design cannot be used on cold days. The rest room is located just outside the entrance door. Its spaciousness allows you to install a sofa, armchair, and TV. The washing room is equipped with a shower, toilet, and sink for washing hands.

Convenient and free access is provided to any room.

Ready-made complexes

The Finnish sauna harvia is very popular among lovers of bath treatments. On the construction market you can find ready-made complexes and individual components for baths, saunas, and living rooms.

These include wood-burning and electric fireplaces, compact custom-made steam rooms that will fit optimally into your room and allow you to regularly enjoy warm treatments.

Infrared sauna

Perhaps this is the most compact solution for a steam room, which can be installed even in a city apartment.

The body is heated here due to infrared radiation. Living in an apartment, such a sauna can be easily installed even on a loggia; all that remains is to install electricity.

One of the main advantages of an infrared sauna is its accessibility. The low temperature inside (45-55°C) and the absence of steam allow both older people and infants to safely enjoy spending time in it.

Another significant plus is saving time. You can warm up the infrared sauna within 15 minutes, without needing to heat the stove. The entire space inside the room is heated evenly. Moreover, you can assemble such a sauna in just 2 hours: you will need a screwdriver, a screwdriver and a minimum of skills.

Tips for visiting

Finns especially like to visit the sauna in winter and combine it with ice bathing. Immersion in ice water improves mood and energy balance, cold tolerance, lowers blood pressure and relieves stress. The contrast between cold and heat also helps maintain skin elasticity, slowing down the cellular aging process.

And if there are snowdrifts with snow, then they do not install containers with ice water, preferring to dive straight into the snowdrift.

Although the Finnish community recommends using a sauna with a temperature range of 80 to 100 degrees, it can be unbearable the first time. Therefore, you can start with a more gentle temperature. Many people feel comfortable in a room with a temperature of 70 degrees.

It is recommended to mix a little tar, pine or birch aromatic oil with water in the sauna to create a soft and relaxing scent when applied to the lays.
But other scents are not recommended. It is customary that a Finnish sauna should smell exclusively of tar and wood.

Be sure to take a small towel to the sauna to place on the bench. This is necessary not so much for hygienic reasons, but because the bench can be quite hot. Competing to see who can withstand the most heat and cycles is stupid and unhealthy. For an excellent effect, two occurrences are enough.

A few more tips:

• Washing with soap or shampoo is usually part of the sauna, but usually only towards the end of the entire procedure.

• You should get dressed only after your body temperature returns to normal and sweating stops.

• Large meals and alcohol should be avoided before the sauna. But afterward you should drink refreshing drinks to quench your thirst and restore water balance in the body.

On a note! Finns usually drink low strength beer - amber and cold.

Makeshift buildings

If you know how to work with construction tools, you can make a sauna with your own hands. Before starting construction, it is necessary to determine the location of the steam room, select materials, provide electrical wiring and take care of the safety of all elements.

A classic option that requires a minimum of costs and investment is a Finnish sauna in the form of a barrel. This is a practical, mobile type of sauna that can be moved from place to place, where the absence of sharp corners creates a calm, cozy atmosphere, and its small size allows it to be conveniently placed on the site.

Real wooden barrels made from deciduous trees are used as a base. They are equipped with floor grids, removable shelves, a drain pipe and a steam generator. The device quickly reaches the required temperature, accommodates 2-4 people and is suitable for daily use.

Benefits of visiting a sauna

The Finnish sauna is a unique procedure for healing all body systems - from respiratory to cardiovascular. Thanks to staying in the steam room, blood flow accelerates, blood vessels dilate, and the condition of the skin improves. The bath can help with such common problems as psoriasis, eczema and urticaria.

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The low humidity and high temperature of the Finnish steam room are very beneficial for the condition of the human body. The respiratory tract and lungs are effectively cleansed, and the mucous membranes are treated. Exposure to heat causes intense sweating and accelerates metabolic processes in the body, resulting in slight weight loss.

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The Finnish steam room is also useful for the nervous system, since hot steam promotes relaxation, calmness and relief from anxiety.

High temperatures quickly kill any bacteria and germs, so visiting a Finnish sauna is an excellent prevention of flu and other infectious diseases.

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Despite the large number of advantages, the Finnish bath also has some contraindications for use:

• Chronic diseases of internal organs of an inflammatory nature;
• Oncological diseases and recovery after surgery;
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding;
• Acute period of diseases of the skin, respiratory and cardiovascular systems;
• Fever and elevated temperature;
• High blood pressure, epilepsy, tuberculosis;
• Elderly age over 60 years;
• Small children under 4 years old.

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To get the maximum health benefits from bath procedures, you need to be attentive to your own body and constantly monitor its well-being. If the slightest signs of discomfort appear, you should immediately stop exposure and cool the body with water. In order for the Finnish sauna to bring only positive emotions, it is necessary to consult with your doctor before visiting it. He will take into account possible contraindications and give recommendations on the time spent in the steam room.

Sauna with heater and bucket Source vsykosmetika.ru

What it is?

Historically, a Finnish sauna is a low, enclosed, small space from 2 to 6–8 square meters. m, designed for 2–3 people. Previously, such baths were heated by a hearth placed in the center of the room with hot stones. There was no chimney as such; ventilation was carried out through an open door and an inlet near the floor. The room was very dry and hot.

Instead of a washing room, there was a barrel with cold water or there was a natural pond nearby.

Modern technologies have made it possible to get rid of suffocating smoke and soot using ventilation systems and new modifications of stoves with chimneys. A barrel of water has been replaced by a font, pool or shower. The absence of windows is compensated for by electric lighting.

Sauna on the island of Uunisaari - “Sauna Uunisaari”

The tiny beach island of Uunisaari, which can be reached by ferry from the Helsinki pier in just a couple of minutes, carries a feeling of nostalgia and is reminiscent of the past. Already in the 19th century, a famous bathhouse in Finland was located on the island.

The popular restaurant, barbecue areas and island beaches are open to the public all year round. But the outdoor Jacuzzi is exclusively for reserved use, except on Sundays, when you can purchase a public ticket and relax between steamy sessions on the harbor-view terrace with cocktails and live music.

A holiday at Uunisaari is an opportunity to relax in the warm water of a jacuzzi right outside

The island itself is located in the south of Helsinki and is a traditional holiday destination for many local residents. The isolated rocky landscapes in the south will make you feel like you are in the middle of the ocean. The restaurant windows offer breathtaking views of the Finnish archipelago.

On the northern part of the island there is a beautiful beach with changing rooms, showers and toilets. From the north terrace you have beautiful views of the city and harbor, and there is a restaurant and bar with great cocktails. Many people note that the Yuzhn restaurant prepares excellent fresh grilled dishes.

Rest room at Sauna Uunisaari

Traditional Finnish style with hints of classic Scandinavian design creates a feeling of peace and tranquility. Probably thanks to this detail, soaring in Uunisaari is so popular. The entire furnishings are thought out to the smallest detail, and the classic steam room with a powerful stove will not leave anyone indifferent. There are a total of 2 steam rooms in the complex, with separate changing rooms and private terraces.

“Uunisaari” sauna in Finland: photo of the steam room

The sauna is open daily from 14.00 to 21.00, but it is possible to extend the work. Day off is Monday. For a group order the following prices are set: for 10 people the cost of a 2-hour visit to the steam room is €350, for 15 people the same is €350, each additional 60 minutes costs €50. Ordering a jacuzzi is made together with a steam room and will cost you €150 for 2 hours.

How to visit a bathhouse correctly

To get the maximum benefit from visiting a Finnish sauna, you need to follow simple recommendations that are designed to prevent possible harm to the body.

• Do not eat 2-3 hours before visiting a steam bath.
• Do not spend more than 15 minutes in the steam room.
• Take a warm shower immediately before visiting the steam room.
• It is better to lie down and relax in the steam room. Afterwards, sit for a minute and then go out.
• If you feel thirsty, drink plain water at body temperature or warm herbal tea.
• After completing all the procedures, it is useful to plunge into the pool or take a cool shower;
• The next visits to the Finnish sauna can be made longer by dividing them into several short sessions;

Interior made of wood Source svyatogorsk.clubhoteloskol.com