Wooden font for the bath is originally designed for water procedures, which is used not only in the russian bath, but also in various other steam rooms. For example, in the traditional Japanese ofuro, a large wooden barrel is used for relaxation. Features of the use of wooden font, which will be discussed, can be successfully adapted for modern baths from a log, creating comfortable conditions for water procedures.
Modern wooden font for baths is a combination of time-tested traditions and modern technology. They can have a round or oval shape and take up little space, having a volume of up to one and a half thousand liters, which allows you to accommodate up to ten people at a time. For convenience, benches are installed in the font for baths, and also use devices that prevent overflow of water.
It is important to choose the right wood, which ensures the longevity of the font: preferred species — larch, thermo beech, thermo ash and teak. The maintenance and installation elements of these fonts also require attention to detail to ensure longevity and safe use.
It is important to adhere to certain standards when creating wooden fonts for baths or saunas. The key aspect is the selection of the wood material. It must have strength, resistance to moisture, durability and resistance to rot. The most suitable varieties for this purpose are larch and teak. In some cases, a special heat-treated beech or ash is used.
Care for a wooden font in the bath requires compliance with certain rules. With proper use, the font will serve for a long time and without problems. If the font is installed not in the bath, but in the bathroom, you should take into account the load of the full container on the slabs. The size of the font is usually larger than a standard bathroom, which can make it difficult to bring it in. The doorway may need to be enlarged or the structure may need to be disassembled for on-site assembly. Installation of a wooden bath font should be carried out by professionals. Before starting the installation in the bathroom, it is necessary to ensure reliable waterproofing of the floor and install a drain.
Before using the font, it is filled with cold water and left so for several hours, after which the water is drained. Then the container is thoroughly rinsed.
Care of the wooden font
It is recommended to “soak” the font for a few hours, then remove the water and rinse the font. The water will not darken in the future. To clean a wooden font, use a soft sponge or cloth. For washing, it is better to use warm water and light cleaning agents. Avoid using hard brushes, as they can damage the coating of the container.
At least once a year it is necessary to treat the surface of the wooden bath font with vegetable oil. Do not leave the font without water for more than a week. If this happens, fill the container with water and leave it for 24 hours. Be sure to make sure that the font is not under direct sunlight. It is also not recommended to install nearby heating devices or stoves.
