Linden or aspen for a bath, which is better? Which lining for a bathhouse will be optimal: we understand the nuances. Aspen or larch, which is better

Lining is in all respects a practical finishing material for lining a bathhouse. It is not demanding on the quality of the supporting base, is simple and easy to install, and has a reasonable price.

Market building materials offers several types of lining:

• standard or “peasant”;
• block house;
• “under the beam” or “American”;
• eurolining.

The main difference between these materials is their profile. The “peasant” panel has been chamfered, the eurolining has small, even recesses (shelves, otherwise called “grooves”), the block house has a rounded profile, the board “under the beam” is distinguished by the correct geometry of the front panel.

Eurolining has its own subtypes:

• “Standard” or “Classic”;
• "Calm";
• "Soft Line".

These finishing materials differ in size and chamfer profile. “Standard” has straight chamfers, while “Soft Line” and “Shtil” have rounded chamfers.

Wooden lining "calm"

Any lining is connected using the tongue-and-groove method. To do this, each panel is equipped with a special protrusion - a tenon, and a groove - a recess into which the tenon fits. Eurolining has a deeper groove, which ensures tight joining of the panels.

The building materials market also offers such types of lining as plastic and metal. In fact, these are varieties of siding that received this name due to their external similarity to this finishing material. Classic lining wooden.

For facade cladding baths will do any. But in addition to the profile of the material, there are other criteria for its selection. These are the grade, type of wood, degree of moisture resistance, thermal conductivity coefficient.

Quarter paneling

This is what a façade looks like, covered with quarter panel clapboard.

A variety of standard lining is a quarter. This is the name of the material with a quarter selected from the front and back sides. Installation of this lining is extremely simple, since it is impossible to incorrectly connect boards with a quarter on both sides.

This type of finishing material is unsuitable for finishing facades, since it does not have a tongue and groove. For this reason it is only possible horizontal installation panels. In a vertical direction, the connection of the lamellas will be fragile.

Quarter paneling

American lining

American is a universal finishing material that is ideally suited for outer skin baths The lamellas of this type of lining have the shape of an irregular triangle. The wider end of the panel is equipped with a shallow groove into which the narrow end fits during installation. This ensures overlapping laying, the peculiarity of which is high-quality protection of the joints from any environmental influences.

The flat front side of the American one looks like timber, so the second name for this material is “under the timber”. This type of lining is massive. The panel width is at least 14 cm, thickness 2 cm. Length varies between 2-6 m.

Block house lining

The rounded front side of the block house allows you to get the effect of finishing with rounded logs. According to the lining production technology, the upper part of the lamellas has a tenon, and the lower part has a groove. Block houses are made not only from wood, but also from metal, vinyl and plastic. Any of these types of finishing materials is suitable for cladding external walls baths Due to the correct geometry, installation of the block house is simple and convenient.

"Peasant" paneling

For some unknown reason, such a wonderful finishing material as standard lining is called “peasant” or “collective farmer”. Panels of this type have distinctive feature: They are smooth and flat.

Lining "peasant woman" (collective farmer)

A shorter tongue than other types of lining allows the “peasant” lamellas to be connected as tightly as possible. The result is a solid wall with virtually no gaps. "Peasant Woman" - great choice for finishing the facade of a bathhouse in regions with constant winds. Such cladding will provide the building reliable protection from cold air currents.

"Peasant" paneling

All types of eurolining are equipped with ventilation gutters located along the panel on its back side. They provide an outlet for moisture coming from the walls of the bathhouse. If ventilation is not provided, the clapboard mounted on the wall will certainly move.

The profile of the canvas is different, corresponding to the type of this material. But the quality of the chips is always at its best. Eurolining grades A and B goes on sale in plastic bags, which guarantees the integrity and purity of the material.

What type of lining to choose?

In order to buy quality product for its real cost, you need to know about the characteristics of each variety. There are only three of them: A, B and C. There are manufacturers offering “Extra” class lining. In fact, this material is a facing board, the parameters of which are not provided for by the European standard. This is an entirely domestic development.

The main characteristics of each type of lining are indicated in the table.

Defects	Variety Extra (highest grade)	Grade A (first grade)	Grade B (second grade)	Grade C (third grade)
	No flaws, comes vacuum packed to prevent chipping and scuffing	Not falling out Diameter no more than 1.5 cm	Knots that have not fallen out are acceptable	Acceptable
	-	Not through, no more than 20% of the canvas volume	No more than 3 cm long for every 60 cm linear meter	Acceptable
	-	Unacceptable	No more than 10%	Acceptable
	-	Unacceptable	No more than 10%	Acceptable
		Unacceptable	Acceptable	Acceptable
	-	Diameter no more than 0.7 cm	No more than 3 per linear meter	Acceptable, including falling knots
Defect depth	-	None	Within 0.5cm	Not limited

To decorate the facade of a bathhouse, you should not choose low-grade material. Firstly, it is short-lived and every year it will lose its already low visual appeal. Secondly, it will not provide the walls with adequate protection from moisture and cold. This will entail additional expenses for the purchase and installation of hydro- and thermal insulation.

If it is not possible to purchase lining of the first grade, you can opt for the second. But it should be taken into account that its parameters allow the presence of black “lifeless” knots, which may subsequently fall out. At this point, holes are formed through which heat will escape. Third grade material should not be used for cladding the facade of a bathhouse.

The lining from the manufacturer is not treated with anything. Therefore, it can be given any color. Coating with stain or clear varnish will preserve the natural texture of the wood. You can also apply any paint or oil.

Rules for choosing eurolining

All lining manufacturers, when manufacturing it, are guided by the requirements of two standards: domestic GOST 8242-88 and European standard DIN 68-126. The second is used in the production of eurolining.

When choosing this material, the first thing you need to pay attention to is the thickness of the canvas. According to the European standard, it should be 12.5 mm. Some manufacturers of this popular finishing material, wanting to save money, deliberately use tricks and produce lining of smaller thickness: 11 or 11.5 mm.

What does this mean? If you reduce the thickness of the canvas, it begins to warp during storage. Such lining is much more difficult to attach to the wall. In addition, it has a less attractive appearance than its full-fledged counterparts.

Second important indicator quality - the width of the tenon. According to the standard, it must correspond to 8 mm. If the tenon is wider or narrower, installation difficulties are guaranteed.

Particular attention should be paid to the depth and evenness of the groove. If it is practically absent, it will be impossible to install the panels using clamps. They simply won't have anything to cling to.

It is extremely important that the width of the lining complies with the standard and is exactly 88 mm. If a manufacturer offers material with a width of 96 mm, you need to know that this is primarily beneficial to him, the manufacturer. Since such lining is more expensive. Typically, the buyer is motivated to purchase this material by the fact that it is much more profitable than the standard one. But if you do a comparative analysis, it becomes clear that the cost per square meter of such cladding is more expensive than when using canvases with a width of 88 mm.

The quality of the chips is of particular importance. It determines not only the appearance of the lining, but also the consumption of materials when priming, painting or varnishing the wood.

According to GOST, the moisture content of wooden facing material should be 12-16%. If this indicator is exceeded, the canvas may turn blue, crack or bend. Compliance with the listed rules for choosing eurolining will help you buy the material that will delight its owner for many years.

Characteristics of lining made from different types of wood

When deciding which lining for a bathhouse is better, take into account the characteristics of the wood species and the operating conditions of the material.

Features of spruce lining

If the main selection criterion is price, it is recommended to pay attention to spruce lining. It is highly moisture resistant, retains heat well, and dries quickly. A distinctive feature of this wood is its light texture, which does not darken over time.

Spruce has a significantly smaller number of knots than other conifers, and they (knots) are smaller. Unlike pine, spruce lining is not resinous. This is an important indicator, since it is extremely difficult to combat the release of resin. And it can significantly spoil the appearance of the cladding, since due to its stickiness it will accumulate dust and dirt.

Features of aspen lining

Well-dried aspen is practically not subject to rotting. This breed is famous for its antiseptic properties. In past centuries, aspen pegs were placed in barrels with sauerkraut, which prevented rotting and fermentation.

Aspen has an amazing property, which is given the name “silver glow”. Therefore, lining made from this wood has a noble shade. Another advantage of this material is its high strength.

But with all the advantages, it has one significant drawback: hidden rot. However, this is not significant for the finished product. The main difficulty for the manufacturer arises when selecting and processing this wood. Therefore, aspen lining can be confidently used to decorate the facade of a bathhouse.

Features of lime lining

Linden lining has excellent performance characteristics. In addition, it is an inexpensive material that is excellent for exterior decoration of buildings. The low price is explained not by the low quality of the wood, but by the small percentage of its discarding. The reason is the small number of knots and the homogeneous structure of the linden tree.

The only drawback of this type of wood is its softness. Low resistance to mechanical stress determines the operating conditions. This type of lining requires extreme care during installation. After covering the bathhouse, you should try not to leave dents or scratches on the lining. If there is no way to save linden lining from mechanical stress, it is better to choose a finishing material from a harder type of wood.

Features of black alder lining

Alder lining is an effective facing material. The beautiful, pronounced texture of the wood and its reddish or chocolate shade will provide the facade of the bathhouse with a stylish look.

Alder has an important property for exterior decoration: this wood has high moisture resistance. Alder prefers soils saturated with water. Therefore, this tree is practically not subject to rotting. For this reason, wells were built from alder, bridges and piers were built.

This wood is durable, but at the same time quite elastic. Alder lining will not suffer from sudden temperature changes and long-term heat. The natural elasticity of wood will allow you to maintain the correct geometry of the finishing material.

Black alder lining has a relatively high price. It is due to the excellent performance characteristics and durability of this material.

Features of pine lining

Pine lining – a good choice for finishing the facade of the bathhouse. This wood is characterized by low heat transfer and excellent antiseptic characteristics. Finishing material made from this type of wood is resistant to rot and mold, durable and lightweight.

Pine lining has noise-absorbing properties, is pleasant to the touch and does not leave splinters. The only drawback of this material is the presence of resin pockets and an abundance of knots. Therefore, when choosing pine lining, it is recommended to purchase first-grade material. It provides for the presence of only “live” knots that will not subsequently fall out.

Pine lining, if not covered with paint or varnish, will certainly darken over time. Fresh wood has a pleasant yellow-golden hue. To preserve the spectacular texture, the wood is coated with transparent varnish or stain.

Features of cedar lining

Cedar lining is a stylish and presentable finishing material. It has low thermal conductivity, is wear-resistant, durable, and confidently withstands both low and high temperatures. Thanks to the unique properties of cedar, the lining will not be damaged by insects and rodents. This wood has a peculiar feature of repelling pests.

Cedar has high-quality sound absorption and high moisture resistance. But despite these characteristics, it is recommended to protect the lining from environmental influences by any in a convenient way: painting, varnishing, tinting.

The Russian market offers three types of lining made from this type of wood: from Canadian cedar, Siberian and Far Eastern. The latter is in greatest demand.

Features of larch lining

The lining is made mainly from Siberian larch. This type of wood is ideal for exterior decoration of the facade of a bathhouse. Thanks to its moisture resistance and low thermal conductivity, larch can reliably protect the walls of a building. The beautiful texture and wide range of shades of this wood will provide the facade with a presentable appearance.

The strength and moisture resistance of this wood has been proven over time. Larch is used for the construction of objects in direct contact with water. Houses in Venice stand on just such stilts. Of the coniferous woods, larch is the strongest and most durable.

For facade cladding, the healing properties of wood are not so important. This parameter is taken into account when decorating the bathhouse. For facade works The most significant indicators are thermal conductivity, moisture resistance, strength, and resistance to mechanical stress. "Warm" wood species:

• cedar;
• alder;
• Linden;

The moisture resistance of wood can be increased by treating it with special compounds, which can be purchased in departments paint and varnish materials.

In the same way, you can change the appearance of the panels. But such characteristics of wood as its strength and thermal conductivity cannot be artificially increased. Therefore, this is the first thing you need to pay attention to when choosing a material for cladding the facade of a bathhouse.

It is important to take into account factors such as the operating conditions of the building and the climatic features of the region. If the climate is warm and dry, any inexpensive lining will be suitable for finishing the facade. The optimal choice is spruce or pine. For those places where there is high air humidity, it is recommended to purchase material from aspen, alder, larch or cedar.

If the bathhouse is a separate building, and there is no area for children’s games next to it, you don’t have to worry about the safety of the facing material. Therefore, inexpensive lining with soft wood is suitable for cladding the facade.

If the bathhouse is an extension to a residential building, you should take into account the significant risk of chips and scratches appearing on the exterior finish. Under such operating conditions, it is necessary to purchase durable material with solid wood.

Hidden fasteners - clamps

Video - Clamps for fastening lining

Video - How to choose lining

Of course, it is best to leave a bathhouse built from timber or logs as is, but if you built it from brick or other building blocks, you must make a lining. Yes and wooden walls It wouldn't hurt to protect it from dampness. Therefore, many traditionally use lining as a universal material.

Why lining - consider the advantages of such cladding

Initially, it was a cheap material that was used to cover the walls of cars, including freight cars, but over time, natural wood lining began to become decorative. Today this is already quite a popular coating for external and interior decoration at home, and it is also perfect for residential premises, for example, attics. Lining is also used for, since it, unlike stone cladding, has better thermal insulation and, in addition, does not leave burns when surfaces are very heated. And, of course, this is an environmentally friendly material, especially if various impregnations have not been applied to it.

Below you can name a few more reasons why you should choose the type of cladding in question. For example, the cost of lining can be classified as budget and average, depending on the grade. Although, for example, the Euro class has fairly high prices, which are also influenced by the brand. A significant advantage is the huge selection of different species from which such cladding is now made. That is, the walls may eventually become golden, white or even reddish in color. And, of course, the walls will “breathe”, that is, with such a coating the thermos effect will not appear.

What wood to choose - species and types of lumber

If you are planning to upholster a steam room with lining, you should pay attention to the type of wood from which it is made. The fact is that the level of humidity in the steam room is very high, and it is recommended to use materials that are resistant to constant exposure to dampness. However, we should not forget about the high temperature. So, for example, coniferous varieties can withstand long-term contact with water, but after heating they begin to release resin, which can result in burns and simply discomfort. Therefore, let’s approach the choice of lining thoughtfully.

For cladding panels, pine, larch, aspen, linden, alder wood is usually used, as well as more expensive brands of cedar, ash and oak. Foreign tree species are also used, such as hemlock, which is very similar in its qualities to our domestic oak. Sauna lining is also made from hornbeam and spruce, however, the second one is not used for the steam room, only for the shower room or dressing room, like pine. We indicated the reason earlier - excess resin content in the structure of wood fibers.

Also worth noting various varieties lumber, ranging from low quality, designated by the letters of the Latin alphabet B and C, and ending with the highest quality, marked by the letter A. However, there is also the highest quality, and it is designated either by the number 0 or the word “Extra”. Separately, we can mention the “eurolining”, which differs only in a more pronounced groove and tenon. The characteristics of the materials are appropriate: low grades may contain a certain number of knots, the highest grade no more than 1-2 with a complete absence of core fibers, and Extra should be perfectly smooth, with a uniform texture.

Linden panels – natural golden wood

Perhaps this the best option, which can be selected from existing ones. This wood is very fragrant, it contains essential oils that are released for a very long time, even after ten years there will be a pleasant aroma in the steam room. Despite all the homogeneity and smoothness (after processing), the structure of linden closer to the surface has a low density. Therefore, air is retained inside the fibers, which prevents excessive heating.

One of the advantages of linden is its high resistance to dampness. Even with constant contact with moisture, the wood does not rot and retains its inherent golden color. The color is not affected by sudden changes in temperature, up to the maximum possible for a steam room. Another advantage of wood is that when linden dries out after a long stay in a humid environment, it does not crack. And, of course, it is worth noting high strength material.

Aspen - a healthy mind in the bathhouse

The properties of this wood are similar to those of linden, that is, the panels do not become scalding hot when the air is very heated, and humidity does not have any effect on the lining. And in the same way, without damage to itself, aspen dries after being saturated with moisture, without deformation or cracks. Moreover, in addition to high-quality lining, you also get a source of essential oils, which, like linden, saturate the air for many years. True, the smell will not be a relaxing honey-sweet one, but a bitter, invigorating one.

However, it should be remembered that this material is closer to the budget class, and, as a result, during its manufacture, flaws often occur on the surface of the panels. Too many knots, which occurs even on high-grade linings, can be considered defective. You may also encounter the formation of resin exits on the surface from the depths of the fiber structure; this is also considered a defect. The wood itself is extremely hard, not brittle, and after processing is very pleasant to the touch.

Alder - a rich finish for the steam room

This cladding is much more expensive than linden or aspen, for the reason that the panels made from such wood are of very high quality. By processing, you can achieve ideal smoothness of surfaces and an almost glossy shine. Moreover, the longer the cladding made of such wood lasts, the more saturated its color becomes. In addition, alder has a unique aroma, slightly reminiscent of the bouquet of aged cognac.

However, what the alder lining will look like depends on the manufacturer, since even without sanding the texture of the wood is very beautiful. Moreover, which is another advantage, there are very rarely knots on the panels. However, in terms of geometry, defects often occur, that is, it is quite difficult to find absolutely even lumber. It is for this reason that this type of wood is not very popular. But if the choice is made in favor of alder, it will last for many years, and the quality of the coating will not deteriorate, despite temperature changes and constant dampness.

Larch: the durability of wood is not a myth

Panels made from this wood are very dense and therefore have considerable weight compared to the same linden tree. This increases the cost of transporting the material to some extent if the shipper charges by weight. However, wood has all the qualities for covering a steam room. This is also resistance to dampness, and moisture in the panels is almost not absorbed, which means they do not swell after prolonged contact with water. After drying, the panels do not warp or crack.

The structure of larch wood is saturated with antioxidants, thanks to which the material retains its properties for many years. However, the panels are very vulnerable to mechanical damage, as they easily split from strong blow. This complicates processing, which in turn affects the cost of cladding, which is quite high compared to other breeds. However, larch is still quite popular because of the very beautiful pattern on the cuts of the fibers and the rich amber color.

Cedar - when finishing is really worth the cost

This type of tree does not grow everywhere; for example, in Russia, real cedar can only be found far away in Siberia. Moreover, this species is very often confused with cedar pine, which is unsuitable for finishing a steam room due to its high resin content. But if you can find a lining made of the right wood, which can be recognized by its reddish-pink color, the steam room will look luxurious. Moreover, it will not be ostentatious status, but simply a beautiful covering. In addition to aesthetics, cedar will provide the steam room with living, healing air, thanks to the released essential oils that have bactericidal properties.

As for characteristics, cedar panels always have ideal geometry due to their plastic structure, which is easy to process. For the same reason, when assembling, the ridges of the lining fit very tightly into the grooves, as a result you get a perfectly flat surface without flaws or cracks. Cedar is very durable and lasts a long time without cracking even with frequent exposure to dampness followed by drying.

Oak - a wood that defies time

What sets this wood paneling apart from all others is the price. It is really very high, perhaps even more than the cedar one. However, cladding made from such wood has served more than one generation of bathhouse owners. The strength of oak panels is very high, they absorb moisture easily, do not crack when drying, and are difficult to damage by mechanical stress. That is, this wood will not break even under the very large weight of several people.

If we do not remember the cost, then the main disadvantage of oak lining is the difficulty of processing it, due to its high hardness. In addition, the panels themselves are quite heavy, which makes their transportation more expensive and complicates the finishing of the steam room. But in the end, the bathhouse will be very cozy: from dark ash to chocolate, with an expressive pattern on the surface.

How not to make a mistake - choosing a profile for cladding panels

Not many people know that not every type of lining is suitable for a steam room or even just rooms with a high level of humidity. There are several form factors of this material, which differ in profile contours. Moreover, among them there is also eurolining, which has a certain geometry peculiar only to it - an additional angular chamfer near the tenon, which makes the seams clearly distinguishable. There is also a separate version with a rounded chamfer, called Softline.

Many people prefer the "Calm" type lining, which has almost no chamfer near the tenon. After assembly, you get a smooth surface with almost invisible seams. Landhouse has a patterned stripe on the front surface, which is why it is quite expensive and is not very suitable for a steam room, except perhaps for decorating individual sections of the walls. The block house imitates the cylindrical surface of a log; you need to choose options with ventilation grooves at the back, since there are panels with a smooth back side. And finally, American - the illusion of overlapping planks.

A bathhouse decorated with linden clapboard will become the real pride of the owners.

The bathhouse has been built, communications have been installed, but the question of finishing remains. What to choose from large quantity building materials? Of course, clapboard. Wood - best option for any building. No matter what the building itself is made of, everything inside must be impeccable. Which lining is best for a bathhouse is a valid question for a newly minted bathhouse attendant, which cannot be resolved without information awareness. There are many types of lining. What and where is it better to apply? Let's figure it out.

For the production of lining, deciduous and coniferous wood is used. The properties of each tree affect the technical performance of the lining:

• thermal conductivity;
• durability;
• aesthetic appearance;
• moisture permeability;
• drying out;
• amenability to processing;
• price range.

If the starting material does not have high performance, then the product will not receive such properties, even with the most modern processing.

Coniferous types of lining

It is better not to use coniferous lining in a steam bath.

The boards are made from pine, spruce, larch, and cedar trunks. The blanks are used for finishing baths and residential buildings. Lovers of rustic style often use this finishing material inside and outside the building. For a bathhouse, coniferous lining is applicable only in rooms with low temperatures. In the steam room, neither pine, nor spruce, nor larch are a priority for covering the walls, floors, and ceilings. This is due to the properties of coniferous trees.

Pine is more often than other coniferous woods used for lining. It has a pleasant aroma, a beautiful textured pattern, is easy to process, and is a very soft material. But these are all advantages. There are some disadvantages that do not allow the use of pine for lining the steam room in a bathhouse:

• when heated, it begins to release resin abundantly, which can cause serious burns;
• absorbs moisture well, heats up, and over time loses its visual appeal - it may turn blue.

It is not very pleasant to see such a condition of the walls and shelves if you want to get pleasure and relaxation from bath procedures. Of course, there is a way out of any situation:

1. The resin is removed by preliminary heating of the bath. You should heat the bathhouse two to three times at maximum temperature without visiting it further. The resin will come to the surface. It is carefully scraped off the surface with a sharp spatula. In the future, resin discharge does not occur.
2. The appearance of blue stains on the structure of pine lining is prevented by special moisture-resistant treatments.

Spruce is a close relative of pine, possessing the same qualities. It is best to use for covering surfaces in washing department and a rest room. Pleasant aroma, beautiful shade will please the bath attendants. High moisture resistance makes spruce lining the warmest. What kind of clapboard should I line the bathhouse to make it warm? Of course, spruce, but not in the steam room.

Among the coniferous varieties, the most valuable are cedar and larch. They do not produce much resin. High density, resistance to moisture, essential oils, beautiful texture allow you to give the interior of the bathhouse a special, elite look.

The disadvantage of larch is the difficulty of processing; the workpieces quickly crack.

Cedar is used for lining expensive baths and steam rooms, giving status and beauty to the bath.

Coniferous varieties are good, but only for places with low temperatures. If you decide to line the bathhouse with pine clapboard, then do it in the washroom and dressing room. Cover the steam room with clapboard made of hardwood.

Deciduous varieties of lining

Linden lining is the best option for finishing any bathhouse.

For the production of deciduous lining, the wood used is birch, alder, aspen, oak, linden, and cedar. Unlike coniferous trees, deciduous trees can withstand high temperatures not only in steam rooms, but also in saunas, where degrees reach above one hundred.

Hardwood boards are preferable for cladding a bathhouse or sauna. It does not emit resinous substances and is temperature resistant.

Linden lining is not affected by water, does not rot, and does not form condensation. It has the aroma of honey and is pleasing to the eye with its creamy color. The texture is not knotty and easy to process. Often used in saunas because it does not heat up and does not cause burns.

Alder deserves attention beautiful pink, high moisture resistance. Alder is not always found good quality, smooth. The price for impeccable material is high and not affordable for everyone. If the desire to use alder lining for sauna cladding has not disappeared, then use it only in the steam room. Cover the remaining rooms with linden, pine or spruce.

Aspen is a good option for cladding the inside of baths and saunas. It has been used for a long time not only as a finishing material, but also as a building material for log houses. It has a high density of wood, becomes stronger over the years, and cannot be cut or sawed. Does not emit resins, has a disinfecting effect, and absorbs negative energy. The aroma is slightly specific, which not everyone likes.

Mold will never appear in a bathhouse lined with aspen clapboard; the material will be stronger after each contact with water.

It is similar in strength to oak, which is also used for interior decoration, but less frequently. Oak - expensive tree, used in luxury baths and saunas.

Sometimes, wanting to save money, bathhouse attendants use birch lining. The savings are questionable. Birch is more afraid of moisture than other woods; it quickly rots and cracks. Use only in dry areas such as a dressing room.

Varietal classification of wooden lining

Having considered the properties of each tree, let’s not forget about dividing the product into varieties and profile varieties. The technology for producing lining from any wood is the same. There are external criteria that influence the sorting of boards when packaging goods and setting prices. There are several classes:

• Premium, Extra - the best board, has no knots, chips or other defects. Differs in price, external advantages before other varieties. Ideal for all surfaces, but in order to save money, can only be used on the ceiling and shelves.
• Grades A, B, C have external defects that are revealed when the material is packaged. The lowest is class C, which has a low cost. Used in places that are not conspicuous.

Wooden blanks have differences in profile: eurolining, soft-line, calm and others. You can see their differences in the photo:

The choice depends on the needs of the buyer and his budget, and more details about the choice are described in the video:

Which lining is better for a bath: euro lining or simple?

The finishing with paired euro lining made of alder looks rich.

Eurolining is particularly represented on the construction market. These are finishing parts made not according to Russian GOST, but European standards, which have higher requirements for quality and production methods. It differs from Russian analogues in size, allowing the use of material without large waste. The high quality of Euro lining also dictates its high cost, which is higher than Russian Premium lining. Possessing better strength, aesthetic appearance, a drainage groove, and an increased depth of connection of elements, eurolining is in demand among Russian consumers for cladding not only baths or saunas, but also residential premises.

Correct calculation of the amount of lining saves the budget

Having decided what kind of lining is needed for a bathhouse, we will learn how to calculate its quantity. The calculation of any material is carried out according to certain formulas. The lining was no exception.

• At the first stage, once again measure the area that will be covered with clapboard. You need to know the exact length and width of the surface, transitions, joints, complex elements of the ceiling or wall. Transfer all dimensions onto paper.
• We divide the room into rectangles. The ceiling and wall are different rectangles. We measure the length of each. The finishing board has different lengths, which affects the price. No need to take too long or short. Knowing your size, you will buy what you need without overpaying.

We calculate the number of parts of the required length

• First find out the area of ​​surfaces in the bathhouse that will be sheathed. Mathematics problem. Multiply the height by the width to get the surface area.
• Knowing the length, width and thickness of the lining, we calculate its area.
• By dividing the surface area by the area of ​​the workpiece, we find out the number of parts required for finishing. For example:
• the board has the following dimensions: length 4000 mm, width 90 mm, thickness 20 mm. The area of ​​such a part will be 0.36 m².
• Divide the surface area by the area of ​​one part. We get required quantity blanks

We do this with all surfaces that need finishing.

Do not forget that there are defects, a damaged part during installation, and other issues. We buy the material with a small reserve so that we don’t have to run to the store at the last stage of installation work.

At the end of all work, treat the lining with special impregnations that protect the material from moisture, temperature changes, and insects.

It is up to the owner to decide which lining is best for a bathhouse. Let the chosen material please all bath attendants with warmth, aroma, and beauty.

Building your own bathhouse is a troublesome task, but what is the result! The construction of the walls, the closing of the ceiling, the construction of the roof are left behind - the turn of finishing work has come. The issue of interior decoration of bath walls and ceilings naturally arises. For a traditional Russian bathhouse, a finishing is required that would be:

• water- and vapor-tight;
• functional and easy to use;
• environmentally friendly and durable;
• provided the proper level of thermal insulation;
• had a reasonable price.

After searching and tossing around, all newfangled artificial materials are, as a rule, rejected, and preference is given to natural wood. Or rather, the product of its processing - a thin cladding board. Popularly called “lining” due to its original purpose - sheathing freight cars.

What is lining?

This is a material intended for finishing wall, ceiling, and other surfaces, in the form of a thin board with special connecting grooves. It is manufactured according to strict dimensional parameters. Distinctive feature wooden lining is its ability to absorb excess humidity in the room, returning it back when the air is too dry. This allows you to maintain an ideal microclimate in the room. And the forest aroma of the facing board cannot be compared with toxic secretions wall decoration made on PVC basis.

Eurolining is the same material, only better quality

Today we are familiar with another special term - “eurolining”. This is identical material, only made from a different tree, according to slightly different standards. The easiest way to distinguish eurolining is by its back side - there are always longitudinal ventilation grooves there that can remove condensate from the room. In addition, this finishing board is made from wood High Quality, covered with special protective compounds. This, on the one hand, improves its performance characteristics, makes it more durable, and on the other hand, increases its cost several times.

What are they made of?

As you know, both deciduous and coniferous wood is used to make finishing boards. For finishing work in the bathhouse, both are used, but with some restrictions. So, for a steam room where the temperature reaches high levels, it is appropriate to use lining made of alder, linden, and aspen. This is due to the heat resistance of hardwood, low heat capacity and high moisture resistance. Cladding boards made from coniferous trees are also suitable for cladding bath wall and ceiling surfaces. It has excellent technical data:

• easy to process;
• holds fasteners well (see Fastening lining);
• sticks perfectly.

The external attractiveness of coniferous wood is not inferior in beauty to deciduous wood. However, it can be used in all rooms of the bathhouse - in the rest room, dressing room, but not where the temperature reaches high values!

IMPORTANT! Coniferous wood when heated, it is capable of releasing resin, which is easily flammable or can spill from the ceiling surface onto the washable hair, from where it is very difficult to remove.

Deciduous wood paneling

1. Linden. Leader in use for finishing steam rooms. The friability of this type of wood ensures the board’s ability to maintain a moderate temperature, which is very important for safety in a very hot room. In addition, the lime board in conditions high temperatures releases natural essential oils that are healing for the respiratory organs. It should also be noted that linden does not rot and does not lose its attractive appearance in conditions of high humidity.

1. From alder. This cladding is indispensable in wet rooms - in the wash room, for example. Beautiful golden-pink alder wood, emitting warm natural light, does not lose its visual appeal even in the humidity of bath rooms. This is facilitated by its specific qualities - resistance to high temperature and humidity. It also does not rot and is not susceptible to fungal infections.

1. Aspen. Its colloquial name is “long-lasting”. This epithet was assigned to it for the high strength of the source material. Outwardly attractive, pleasant to the touch, the wood of this type of wood lends itself well to processing, but it is not easy to damage. Aspen lining is also resistant to steam and moisture, so it, along with linden, is used when decorating bathhouses. People call aspen magical power, the ability to absorb negativity and illness of visitors to the steam room.

Softwood cladding board

Cedar. This refers to real cedar wood, not cedar pine. The bactericidal and antiseptic qualities of this breed are highly valued. Therefore, clapboard trim made from this valuable, visually attractive reddish-pink wood is appropriate in a recreation room. It will add exquisite beauty to the interior of the room. However, this pleasure is not cheap and is not available to everyone.

Pine. Pine wood is not suitable for the humid and hot atmosphere of a washing room or steam room - the release of resin is not the only obstacle here. Over time, pine runs the risk of turning blue, and even if the quality of the wood does not suffer, its visual appeal will be lost once and for all. However, this facing board has the most affordable price, and therefore it is still used for finishing dressing rooms and rest rooms.

From spruce. Due to its structural looseness, this wood is afraid of dampness, and therefore is not at all suitable for use in washing rooms and steam rooms. But this disadvantage becomes an advantage when it comes to thermal insulation. It is thanks to the loose structure that a room decorated with spruce wood will be the warmest.

Made from larch. The wood of this coniferous tree It has a very dense structure, and therefore it is the only coniferous tree that is perfect for all bath rooms, including steam rooms. Moisture resistance is given to larch by a special substance called gum - a viscous water-soluble sap. But larch is difficult to process, chips easily and does not have any thermal insulation qualities.

How to choose quality material?

To ensure that finishing material made from any wood does not disappoint you during work or operation, you need to know the necessary information about its parameters. Namely:

• the thickness of the board must be at least 12.5 mm - with a smaller thickness it will move or it will crack during installation of the cladding;
• a tenon of 8 mm must correspond to the depth of the groove, which ensures density when installing the cladding;
• high-quality chips, which determine the smoothness of the surface and low consumption of varnish during its processing;
• the lining should have a humidity of no higher than 12%; higher values ​​indicate insufficient drying of the source material and the risk of deformation of the board, and in the case of pine lining, also turning it blue;
• absence of fallen knots, otherwise the appearance and quality of finish will suffer.

In accordance with these parameters, finishing boards are divided into the following grades:

• “Extra” grade - material of the highest quality, without any defects, knots, etc.;
• grade “A” - high quality board, clean with a minimum number of knots without falling out;
• grade “B” and “C” - cladding of medium and low quality, when there may be blind knots and microdefects.

Variety differences of facing boards

Which type of lining is best for your bathhouse in terms of quality, technical characteristics and cost, do you need to involve a professional in the work or can you handle it yourself? finishing works- you decide. I would like to hope that this article will help you make the right choice of facing boards for your bathhouse.