Furniture for the bath has many options, as well as a number of important nuances

Sauna or bath have a beneficial effect on the body. This is a place where you can relax and rest with benefits for the body. Furniture for the bath has characteristic features, among which the right choice of material for a longer service life. To pick up items in the bath, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with the nuances of their manufacture and design features.

Features

The main difference between bath furniture from the one that we use in apartments is its moisture resistance. In conditions of high humidity and temperature, it should last a long time. Another important nuance - furniture is in direct contact with human skin. Environmental friendliness is the main criterion for selecting items in a bathhouse.

To relax in the bathhouse - the original Russian way of recuperation, various types of furniture were invented, they will be discussed in the next section. It is worth highlighting the basic requirements for the material:

High density;
Easy processing - cutting, grinding, trimming;
Safety for humans;
Low thermal conductivity - the furniture should not be heated;
A small amount of resins in the composition.

All of the above characteristics indicate that the best material for furniture for a bath is wood of various species. It is worth noting that varnishes, paints and adhesives are not used in production. This is due to the conditions of constant humidity in the room, which is why the coating swells and gradually peels off.

Even from Ancient Russia, it is known about the healing properties of the bath, so there should not be objects harmful to the body in the room. In addition to the cleansing properties of steam passing through the skin, a person absorbs the smell of materials from which the furniture is made.

Traditionally, a relaxation room is designed in the bath complexes - this is a place where people can relax in a relaxed atmosphere, without hot steam. Some rooms require furniture on which a person can sit and eat. The coating requirements in this case are different: they must also be moisture resistant, although they may have a varnish coating, since there is no constant exposure to steam.

Bath furniture can be made in various stylistic directions, consider the most popular of them:

Classic style - characterized by straight lines, rigor and practicality. There is no place for luxury here - all objects are made with restraint and at the same time are cozy. In this style, steam rooms are often equipped in spas;
Antique sauna furniture is a common option for a freestanding sauna. Entering the room, there is a feeling of a fairy tale. All items are made in the old style - they have rounded backs, fancy cutouts, there is an aging effect.

To equip a home bath or sauna, you can confine yourself to the classic style - it is inexpensive, and you can make items yourself. If you plan to design a bath for commercial purposes - choose an old style for baths, visitors will appreciate it.

Classic

Antique

Varieties

In order to colorfully and elegantly design a steam room and a dressing room, it is worth paying attention to the types of furniture that are most often used for arrangement. The photo below shows the most popular models and accessories for bathing.

First you need to figure out which items must be present in the steam room. The first thing you need to get is shelves. This is a special design designed for seating. It is here that they soar in the sauna under the influence of hot air. Requirements for the shelves:

Long length;
Steady seat;
The presence of several tiers.

Longline furniture in the bath is necessary so that several people can fit on the shelves at once. At the same time, people should not interfere with each other. It is advisable to purchase shelves in 2 - 3 tiers. The width of the products is 60 cm, and the length is at least 180 cm.

Experienced sauna owners are also advised to have footrests and head restraints. The first are necessary to comfortably settle down, without interfering with others soaring. Headrests are needed in order to remove the strain on the neck. Benches - the second thing that is important to have in any sauna. They are also placed in the steam room, pushed against the walls. The legs of the benches should not interfere with steaming, so they are made with a recess inward. The bench should have a wide seat and back. In addition to the items listed, there must be the following furniture for the bath and sauna:

Tables - there are a large number of table selection options: curly, carved or classic square and round. The scope for imagination is unlimited, everything depends on financial possibilities;
Chairs or stools - upholstered furniture for a bath is also important. For example, chairs may have a soft seat. Upholstery material must not deteriorate when exposed to moisture. Chairs can be decorated with antique carved backs, and stools have curly legs;
Wooden fonts are the place where a person dives after the steam room. This easily replaces the pool, because in the country it is not always possible to equip it. The average dimensions for the font are 1.5 m in diameter. Several people can be here at once;
Basins or a tub - it is difficult to imagine the procedure of being in a bath without these items. Photos of pots and tubs are presented below - you can also make them yourself.

In addition to tables and chairs, furniture for the relaxation room in the bathhouse is selected at its discretion. It can be small storage for accessories and towels, cupboards, sofas and shelves.

Chair

Taz

Table

Stools

Fonts

Which materials are better

Requirements for materials for furniture were already indicated in the first section of the article. Therefore, it is worth highlighting the raw materials that are considered unacceptable for the arrangement of the sauna:

Plastic - when heated, it releases harmful substances into the atmosphere;
Metal - under constant exposure to moisture, corrosion occurs and rust appears;
Leatherette - not suitable due to constant exposure to wet human skin.

The best option for the material is natural wood. For the dressing room, you can use chipboard or MDF, from which tabletops and facades of cabinet doors are produced.

With a wide variety of tree species, not each of them is fully suitable for the manufacture of bath furniture. When choosing a material, it is worth considering its characteristics.

If the choice fell on conifers, it is worth taking a closer look at the Canadian cedar - it emits less resin than coniferous counterparts, while it has a beautiful texture. Consider the main species of trees, their colors and features, in order to choose the material for furniture in the bathhouse.

Breed	Colors	pros	Minuses
Pine	Light shades: cream, yellow, sand	Pine contains a large amount of resin, which makes it moisture resistant. When resins are released, the surface of the tree is covered with a protective shell. When this coniferous log is cut, beautiful curved patterns are noticeable that will become appropriate on any furniture for the bath.	Do not use pine for a steam room: when exposed to high temperatures, the tree releases a lot of tar, which causes skin burns.
Spruce	White Red	Quick and easy processing is the main advantage of this breed. On the section of the spruce, you can find a large number of bizarre rings and patterns. Spruce has an affordable cost.	The presence of knots and a tendency to rot will not allow you to install objects in a wash or steam room. The material is great for the relaxation room.
Larch	Yellow	Larch is protected from the adverse effects of ambient temperature. She has a beautiful pattern and high density.	The wood of this breed is heavy and difficult to process, so larch furniture will be expensive.
Oak	A rich palette from light gray to brown	The tree is resistant to aggressive environments, it has an unusual texture and tints of color. Oak has high strength, so the furniture from it turns out to be strong.	The complexity of processing increases the cost of products, in addition, the oak is too massive. It is optimally used for furniture in the dressing room.
Ash	White or olive	It has high wear resistance, does not crack, flexible. Its structure allows you to create furniture from log cabins with a pattern.	Not resistant to temperature extremes and high humidity
Poplar	Sand	It is lightweight and easy to handle.	Quickly rotting.
Aspen	Yellow	The breed has moisture resistance, however, it is impossible to make large furniture from it - it will quickly become unusable. Aspen is ideal for tubs and cans.	Over time, the furniture changes color to dark shades.
Linden	Beige	Furniture for a linden bath has a pleasant smell. Linden is resistant to moisture; it lends itself well to processing.	It is considered the most suitable breed for bath furniture.

Having studied the information, it is worth concluding that furniture made of linden wood is the most suitable for a sauna. It has a healing lime smell, which, combined with high temperatures, has a beneficial effect on the human body, gives freshness and youth to the skin. Photos of linden furniture are presented below.

Oak

Aspen

Linden

Pine

Ash

Poplar

Spruce

Larch

Criterias of choice

Select wooden products based on your own preferences. To begin with, it is worth purchasing all the necessary items, without which not a single sauna can do. After that, you can start choosing other accessories that, according to the owners, will harmoniously complement the situation.

It is recommended to pay attention to the following criteria:

Safety - since the furniture for relaxing in the bath will be in contact with the human body, the entire surface of the furniture should be perfectly smooth. It should not have roughness or protruding elements. If the furniture will be manufactured independently - it must be carefully sanded with the finest sandpaper;
Environmental friendliness - tree species should not emit tar harmful to the body. It is worth asking the manufacturer about the composition of wood, requiring quality certificates. Particleboard furniture should be installed only in the rest room;
Style - depending on the direction in which the sauna will be arranged, it is worth giving preference to products that are in harmony with the overall design. If the bath is made in the old style - choose products with patterns, rounded shapes. In the photo, such furniture will look original and rich. For a classic sauna setting, choose discreet direct furniture models.

After purchasing a table for the relaxation room, do not forget to choose the appropriate chairs. To ensure a comfortable pastime, it is better to give preference to soft chairs. Equipping a bathhouse for yourself, you can always spend time there with friends and relatives. The healing properties of steam and hot water have a beneficial effect on the body, and natural wood furniture harmoniously complements the picture. Quality furniture will have a long service life and delight guests.