Construction of saunas from laminated veneer lumber - what is the secret of technology efficiency?

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Why choose a glued beam for the construction of a modern sauna?

Unlike the classic rounded shape of a log, from which the old days breeze, the glued bar is a strict regular tetrahedron. From it you can build a building of any complexity, and it will look modern and fashionable, thanks to the laconic relief of the walls.

The most important thing is that at the same time the house will retain the warmth and sincerity that all the wooden structures are endowed with. This is one of the main reasons for such mass popularization of the technology of construction of saunas from glued beams.

Another important advantage is hiding in the building material itself, more precisely in the technology of its production. Glued beam consists of several identical boards( 2-5 pieces), tightly glued together. The lamellas are pre-adjusted to each other on a woodworking machine, then they are carefully dried in special chambers( 1-2 weeks) and treated with protective impregnations. In the consumption take only ideal in terms of parameters boards, in which:

  • there are no knots and burrs;
  • humidity level - up to 10%.

As scrupulously approach to the choice of adhesive for the production of timber. It is a strong, water-resistant and environmentally friendly solution that meets all strict international standards( DIN.EN.204).For a better grip of the boards, the assembled and glued product is laid under a heavy press to a full set of its strength.

As a result, this kind of lumber gives a number of useful advantages to developers:

  1. Ultimate strength .This indicator for glued beams is 50% higher than for a single log, thanks to the use of boards with different fiber directionality in the "puff".
  2. Ease of assembly. Elements of strictly identical shape and with all the necessary mounting slots come into the work of the builders. Moreover, one side of the bar is already equipped with a wicker insulation.
  3. Fast construction rate. "Designer" is going to be easy and simple, but after building a building box, you can immediately go to the finishing works. Unlike the technology of construction of saunas from profiled beams, it is not necessary to freeze the construction site for 6-12 months, because the structure is not threatened by serious "cataclysms" when shrinking. The indicator of "superfluous movements" is simply scanty - only 2-3%.

A picky consumer is alarmed by the complex structure of the glued beam, which disrupts the natural "breathing" of the wooden structure. Another "but" - the novelty makes only the first "steps" in the construction, so no one in practice has yet made sure of the durability of the finished "glued" building. But the projections of the developers are quite favorable, and the available benefits overlap with these little "bursts" of negativity.

Design "raisings" for the construction of saunas from

. A separate steam room is a classic of the genre, but in conditions of a severe shortage of free space on the site, it is necessary to approach the design of this structure more flexibly. The best option is a two-storey bath of glued timber combining both a wellness center and a living block.

The benefits of this project are obvious:

  • More space. The useful area of ​​the building is doubled, on the second floor you can live alone or use the rooms to accommodate guests.
  • Modest cost. The cost of construction will increase insignificantly( ≈25-30%), since the wooden building is light and the foundation strength is enough for the "two".
  • Small time costs. The second floor of the bath will grow "as a leap", because collecting a box of glued beams is very easy. Construction will last only a couple of days.

For a two-storey bath from glued beams there are lots of ready and interesting projects. Excellent fit in the architecture of the building is an open balcony on the upper tier, which is placed directly above the spacious outdoor terrace.

Another know-how is the rational use of the attic space. In fact, you get one more floor to your high-rise beauty bath, where with the help of well-chosen furniture and special podiums it's easy to create a cozy, comfortable environment.

Important nuances for the construction of the

  • glued timber bath. The stored building material is stored under a canopy. If it is packed, then a few days before the start of work, it should be freed from the protective packaging.
  • The base of the building is better to raise( at least 30 cm) and make it brick. This will help to protect the lower rims from dirt and water.
  • If in the course of construction the mounting grooves are cut out on their own, then do not forget to additionally treat them with protective means against fire, water and insects.
  • If the size of the timber is correctly selected, the sauna does not need additional external insulation. Isolated inside only a steam room, for which you can use special bath materials( for example, Penotherm) .
  • The best insulation for floor and roof - basalt mineral wool, which, when laid, necessarily requires technical ventilation clearances for its free "breathing".
  • Wooden walls - an excellent decor for all the premises of a two-storey "bath house" made of laminated veneer lumber. But the washing room is better to cover with moisture-resistant plasterboard and trim with ceramic tile, which easily transfers a close contact with water.

Despite the ease and simplicity of the construction of the glued timber bath, it is important to correctly calculate all the loads in the system, evenly distribute them between the box and the base of the building. Therefore, you can only take as a basis a ready-made project on the Internet, and then fit it with the help of a specialist for your site.

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