Dressing room: examples of arrangement
Bath has long been used to perform hygienic procedures, and health promotion. Only the right interior arrangement will be able to give maximum pleasure. Each element (steam room, washing, dressing room) should be as comfortable and thoughtful as possible.
Consider the subtleties of the design of the dressing room.
Special features
A waiting room is a room located directly in front of the steam room. Its main purpose is to be a link between the cold entrance to the bath and the hot steam room. It should not pass cold air. A dressing room can be spacious or small, designed exclusively for changing clothes. Often there are waiting rooms of medium and sufficiently overall dimensions. In addition to performing their main function, they serve as a relaxation area after a bath.
Regardless of the type of bath, the dressing room must meet the following requirements:
- have good thermal insulation performance;
- be trimmed with moisture resistant materials;
- characterized by environmental friendliness.
As a rule, the inside of the dressing room is insulated and sheathed with decorative materials. For a log bath, finishing is not at all required. The main tasks of the owner are high-quality insulation and thermal protection of the structure.
For finishing frame or wooden bath usually used clapboard, for stone buildings, you can use tiles, bricks.
Finishing materials
Perhaps the most common veneer is considered lining, with which it is possible to create a cozy corner for recreation. It is necessary to install the slats horizontally, which prevents moisture from accumulating in the joints between the panels. In rooms with high humidity, the installation of clapboard on the batten or the use of eurolining is relevant.
The recommended profile thickness is 14-16 mm.
In the spacious bath lobby, semi-antique rooms, as well as in rustic interiors block house will harmoniously fit. This material is used for wall decoration. It imitates the natural log surface.
For wall decoration often use PVC panels. Attach them easier and faster than the wall paneling. Panels are resistant to moisture, characterized by durability. The rich color finish and variety of textures allow you to turn into life the most unusual design ideas.
Such panels cannot be mounted on heating types of surfaces.
Under the influence of high temperature panels are deformed and emit toxic fumes.
The materials described are easy to install due to the special internal grooves. It is enough to study the instructions to do the work yourself. To create modern dressing rooms, you can use rubber paint. Its main advantage is increased moisture resistance. The material is applied to any surface (wood, metal, plaster, concrete).
To improve adhesion, you can use special penetrating compounds, and on top of them to apply rubber paint. However, in most cases, these actions are not mandatory.
The appearance, cost and performance of wood materials for interior decoration depend on the type of wood used. Oak is one of the most durable woods.. Possessing high moisture resistance, oak boards and lining are suitable for damp rooms.
Oak wood is reliable and durable, it retains its original appearance for several decades. In the process of heating, the oak produces beneficial phytoncides with antiseptic properties in the air, the ability to normalize blood pressure.
If the walls of the waiting room become very hot, can be used for finishing materials from wood grade abash. This raw material tolerates temperature rise, is not afraid of moisture, has a low heat capacity and low weight. On sale in addition to the African, you can find the Asian variety Abasha, whose performance is somewhat lower. The wood has a light cream color and blends well with cedar planks, allowing you to create interesting color contrasts in the steam room.
For people with respiratory problems, It will be useful to rest in the bath and dressing room, trimmed with Canadian cedar. The essential oils secreted by wood in the process of heating have antiseptic and firming effects.The material has a high resistance to temperature difference, heat, moisture. His color palette delights and includes hundreds of shades and undertones from golden red to reddish-brown colors.
Linden materials for the dressing room plinth For a long time, they retain their natural shade (honey-golden color). Among other advantages, we can note the resistance to high temperatures, good sound insulation performance. In the process of heating linden produces a pleasant sweetish aroma, characterized by a calming effect. It is good for health.
Asphalt sheathed surfaces lose their shade over time. To avoid this will allow the use of special wax. Aspen moisture resistant, durable. However, the fragrance it exudes is not liked by everyone. For some, it can trigger headaches.
Pine and larch have high performance properties. They are inherent strength and durability, the absence of deformation as a result of heating. Phytoncides and essential oils secreted strengthen immunity, normalize blood pressure, reduce the risk of respiratory diseases.
Both types of wood have a pleasant honey color.
It is unacceptable to use materials that quickly heat up to finish the dressing room., as well as those that emit harmful substances with increasing temperature. From this point of view it is recommended to abandon linoleum and certain types of paint.
It is important when covering the walls to provide ventilation openings for the removal of steam. This will prevent material from rotting.
Before proceeding to the decoration, the room must be warmed from the inside. First of all it concerns brick and frame baths, as well as the construction of blocks.
Heaters
To achieve a comfortable microclimate in the waiting room is possible only through its high-quality insulation. Extruded foam, mineral or basalt wool can act as a thermal insulation material for the floor.. Usually the heater is laid out in the space between the clean and clean floor. A mandatory factor is the use of steam and waterproofing materials.
Ceiling insulation - a necessary condition for reducing heat loss in the bath (especially when it comes to buildings with a cold attic).For thermal insulation, you can use basalt cotton wool, as well as expanded clay of different fractions. Large granules provide insulation, small - fill the space between them. Instead of claydite crumb fit clay or sawdust.
To improve the thermal efficiency of the walls Minwatu or foil foam is usually used.. They are placed between the crate and finishing material.
A more modern variant of heating is the installation of a floor heating system. It can be water or its electric modification.
As a rule, the installation of a heated floor for heating the room is not enough, so it can be used to organize a heating system by convection heating. This method can be implemented only when installing a water system.. Underfloor heating is connected to installed radiators. A heating fluid (often water, less often antifreeze) circulates through the pipes under the floor covering and radiators, this allows you to achieve a comfortable temperature in the dressing room.
The choice of a warm floor system should be approached responsibly. Each of the varieties has characteristic advantages and disadvantages.If we talk about electrical models, then infrared floor preferred, the safest in the conditions of the increased humidity. It is able to warm up a medium-size waiting room in 15-30 minutes.
Another option to heat a waiting room is to use a special design of the bath stove. Its heating part is located in the steam room, and the furnace part is taken out of the steam room (for example, in the waiting room). The firebox is made under the fireplace (use the portal, the corresponding decorative elements).
Experts recommend the use of closed fireboxes, since their efficiency is 80%. Open counterparts have an efficiency of no more than 15%.
To enjoy the warmth and reflections of fire allow closed firebox, equipped with doors with a glass window. Glass in such structures is thick (up to 8-10 cm), heat-resistant. This allows you to declare its security. The presence of self-cleaning system prevents the appearance of soot on the surface of the glass.
Of course, it is possible to use household heaters in the waiting room. They especially save in the winter in the absence of other sources of heat. However, most models heat the air, which causes it to become too dry.In addition, the air inside the waiting room is rather humid, the failure of such a stove is possible.
Layout and design
In spite of the fact that each owner’s style in the sauna lobby is selected according to his taste and budget possibilities, the waiting rooms in the Russian style remain the same classic. They most accurately reproduce the atmosphere of how they designed the baths in the old days. For the walls are usually used logs or their imitation of wood (block house). The floor and ceiling are also wooden, and beams are usually arranged on the ceiling.
The center of the room becomes a large oak table, chairs or benches placed around it. Smooth some roughness of the interior allow colored paths on the floor, embroidered lace tablecloth, similar curtains and towels. Brooms and bunches of dried herbs hung from the ceiling, as well as earthenware and a samovar on the table complement the interior.
If the soul asks for luxury and an abundance of bright colors, You can consider the design of the dressing room in the Oriental style. Mosaic or tile on the walls, characteristic Turkish patterns, soft lighting - these are the components of the interior.
The center of the waiting room will be a duet of a table with low legs and a cozy sofa or ottoman with an abundance of small pillows. Thick curtains on the curtains can have a rich shade. Beautiful when they are decorated with tassels or fringe. Add oriental notes to the interior will allow exquisite hookah, as well as small bowls instead of cups and incense sticks.
Connoisseurs of simplicity and grace will like the Scandinavian style. Light brown or whitened wall paneling is used to finish the walls. Wooden furniture of simple geometric shapes is an indispensable element of the interior. It can be neat benches, tables, small wooden sofas, covered with thin mattresses for convenience.
Modern style in the dressing room implies eclecticism.. In such an interior, wood and stone surfaces are harmoniously combined, simple forms of furniture are used.
The colors are mostly warm, pastel (they contribute to relaxation), sometimes with bright color contrasts. As a rule, modern waiting rooms are characterized by practicality and versatility.
By properly zoning a room, you can install a small pool,select a zone with a table and dishes, install a brazier, a pool table or a mini library (it is important that the model is designed for indoor use).
For romantics, you can recommend a yachting style.. The dressing room is sheathed with natural wood shades, windows are turned into stylized portholes. Blue and white checkered curtains, fur cushions, rope rope décor and, of course, a decorative steering wheel will help emphasize the maritime theme.
Furniture
Regardless of the style and size of the dressing room, a mandatory set of furniture in most of them are a table, a bench, a mirror and a hanger. This is a functional minimum, allowing to make the room practical. The installation of a sofa, rocking chair, and a small cupboard for dishes makes it possible to turn a waiting room space into a comfortable seating area. Near the mirror it is logical to install shelves for useful things and accessories, fasten hooks. Triangular ergonomic shelves can be placed in the corner.
It is important that the benches and chairs are strong, resistant to moisture.. In the presence of upholstered furniture and textiles on the furniture, they should not be allowed to get wet, periodically they must be washed and dried.If space permits, you can organize a small kitchen area with a sink, tile with a work surface or an electric kettle. The walls near the sink can be decorated with tiles or colorful PVC panels. It will turn out beautifully and practical.
Interior decoration should be combined with furniture. However, exact color matching should be avoided. Organically looks dark furniture on the background of lighter walls (and vice versa). Curtains on the windows, a small carpet and other textiles should be carried out in the same style. This may be the similarity of colors, textures.
Lighting
Choosing lamps for the bathroom, you should take care of their safety. The rest of the choice is due to the style of the interior. For waiting rooms in a rustic style do not use bright lights. A small light bulb, screwed into a cartridge on the wall, will suffice. For spacious rooms and dressing rooms in modern style is appropriate chandelier under the lampshade (fabric or glass). It gives a cozy soft light. Hang it better over the table. Add a light will allow a pair of identical wall lamps.
Small iron tablet luminaries harmoniously look in modern interiors.For Eastern recreation areas, it is better to choose exquisite floor lamps. It is logical to place the switches near the door, so that it would be convenient to use them when you just entered the waiting room.
We must not forget that the switches and sockets from the steam room and the washing room lead out to the dressing room.
Beautiful examples of arrangement
Finally, you can refer to several examples of photo galleries.
Being engaged in the design of the waiting room, you can give free rein to fantasy. Do not be afraid to be laconic, even with a minimum set of furniture and ease of decoration, such a dressing room looks stylish. The main thing is to be functional.
Wooden surfaces are well combined with stone and clinker. The latter can be used for facing the fireplace, a separate part of the wall or floor. Such combinations in bright light add modernity to the interior. In the best way it demonstrates harmoniously fit into the situation of the TV.
To create authentic interiors, use natural materials or imitate them. Furniture may have a deliberately aged surface. Heavy metal fittings, imitation of homespun textile are welcome.
Details: painting on the walls, stained glass, the use of painted tiles for Gzhel or Khokhloma will help to make the waiting room original and stylish.
Create an atmosphere of a hunting house will allow wood trim. Set in the center of the room a round table with chairs or benches around it, use a fireplace. Decorate the room with weapons, deer horns, fluffy carpets imitating animal skins.
On how to decorate the dressing room and bath with minimal cost, see below.