The bathhouse has long been known for its healing qualities. People here not only wash, but also get rid of many internal problems, tension. This is a really good stay. During regular steam bathing sessions, people can overcome many quite serious, chronic ailments. It is also a good prevention of various pathologies.
The final stage of building construction is the construction of the roof. This is a responsible event. The roof of the bath is slightly different from the usual variety. During its construction, it is necessary to adhere to a number of rules. If you study them carefully, take them seriously, you can completely cover the bath yourself.
This building requires certain materials. The construction parameters established by building codes are also observed. A well-built facility will serve for the benefit of the owners for a long time.
general characteristics
Many owners of their own homes build a bathhouse on their site. After all, this is not only a room for washing away dirt from the body. Here , spiritual strength is restored , relaxed. Therefore, undertaking construction, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the rules of how to make a roof in the bathhouse. A properly constructed structure will serve for the good. But violation of building codes will lead to the fragility of the building. The healing properties of the bath in this case will be lost.
The choice of materials, type of construction depend on the features of the building itself. The roof of the bath is easier to install than in a normal building. Also, the choice of the type of its device depends on the terrain. If this is an open space of the steppe where winds often blow, a relatively flat roof will be preferable. The more rainfall, the stronger the slope you need to do for the roof.
Types of roof
All varieties of roofs for placing a bath can be divided into gable and single-pitch. The slope should be between 10 and 60 degrees. It depends on the terrain and the materials that are involved in the roofing.
For a freestanding design, a gable version is suitable. It will be reliable and cost less than multi-slope varieties. If the rainfall in this area is heavy, the slope can be 45 degrees.
An almost completely flat roof is set up in areas with strong winds. Sling options are applicable for a building that is adjacent to the main building. And in this case, the angle of its slope is in the range from 50 to 60 degrees.
Attic
When deciding how to make a roof in the bath, you should decide whether it will be a building with or without an attic. Gable varieties most often suggest the presence of such a room. The roof at the same time looks more aesthetic. Let the consumption of materials in the case of the construction of the attic or attic be greater, this structure will be suitable for operation in the winter.
Also, this type of roof will allow you to equip the attic (if the slope of the slopes allows you to make a sufficient height). There is quite a rest room in many projects. Such a construction will already be a whole bath complex. Some owners use the attic to store various supplies, conservation. Such a room can be useful for many purposes and ideas.
For a pitched roof, it is allowed to make a structure with or without an attic. In the second version, the ceiling will repeat the slope of the roof. This design is applicable for an object that is operated only in the summer. This type of roof is most often chosen in the country, where it is supposed to dry fruits and vegetables right at the top of the room.
Type of construction
Performing the construction of the roofs of the baths, choose a rafter structure. Its elements rest below on a solid beam. It is called Mauerlat. Rafters can also rely on ceiling beams. In this case, they are connected from above by a ridge beam. In this case, the size of the structure should be taken into account. After all, it can be a simple small building, or perhaps it is a bathhouse with a gazebo under one roof.
If the structure is quite large, additional elements are added for strength. These include crossbars, roof racks or screeds. For those who want to build a roof on their own, this type is more suitable than with hanging rafters. But this increases the load on the walls.
Coating Materials
Today there is a large selection of materials that accepts the roof of the bath. Each of them has its positive and negative qualities, different cost. Also, the type of material can even affect the design, the slope of the roof.
For such purposes, ondulin, ruberoid, corrugated board, slate, slate, galvanizing, etc. are used. The more durable the material, the more expensive it is. The most affordable roofing material today (lifetime 10-15 years). Long-life is considered slate. But it increases the load on the frame. The service life of this coating is 30-40 years. The most durable are corrugated board and metal (up to 50 years). But they have a rather high cost. However, not wanting to repair the roof often, it is better to give preference to reliable, durable varieties of coating.
The dependence of the angle of inclination on the material
The angle of inclination depends on the type of roof covering material. All bathhouse roof designs take this feature into account. If the choice is made in favor of a metal coating, the slope is allowed to be minimal (10-27 degrees). For slate, you can choose an angle of 27-45 degrees.
But for rolled materials, a sufficiently strong slope should be chosen. Otherwise, in the winter, snow will accumulate on the roof. This increases the load on the entire structure, reduces the durability of the material.
And if the layers of roofing material are not enough, during strong snowmobiles the integrity of the roof may be violated. Urgent repairs will be required.
Materials of support elements
In addition to the flooring on top of the roof, it is necessary to think over all the constituent structural elements before starting construction. These include the bearing part (girders, rafters), wooden crate, insulating layers. All materials must be well dried, free from defects, knots, etc. Otherwise, this greatly complicates the construction process and reduces the durability of the room.
The supporting structure consists of a rafter leg, a trim board, a crossbar. The roof in the bath can be sheathed horizontally or vertically. For the lathing, the type of laying is selected depending on the skin material. When using rolled materials, it is required to impose the elements by the continuous method. The thickness of the boards should be at least 2 cm.
If the length of the roof is large and the coating material is solid, the lathing may not be continuous. It is better not to overlap at the same level. Boards of different lengths should be used. This increases the strength of the entire structure.
Work sequence
A sauna with a single-pitched roof or with two sides of the structure is constructed according to a certain scheme. The Mauerlat is initially installed over the finished walls. This must be done as horizontally as possible. The stability of the entire system depends on this. Fastening is performed using special long anchors. Mauerlat is very tough.
Next, a truss truss is installed. After that, its crate is performed. All wood elements are treated with special substances. They prevent the occurrence of a fire. The material will not start fungus and insects.
Next, waterproofing is arranged. The insulation of the roof and ceiling is carried out. Only then can the roof be covered. The ends are made out. The ceiling is arranged inside, decoration is carried out depending on the type of interior.
Waterproofing materials
To protect the building elements from moisture, roof sealing is required. For this, various membrane films are used. They serve as hydro and vapor barrier. The first type of film protects the roof from moisture from the outside. If even minor defects appear in the flooring, water can leak inside. This leads to the rapid destruction of the roof.
Vapor barrier creates a barrier on the part of the room for rising moisture, spray. The waterproofing is stretched to the rafters even before the crate. A vapor barrier is installed between the sewing and the ceiling insulation. The films are overlapped by 15-20 cm. At the same time, they are not stretched. This is necessary so that the material does not tear due to temperature differences.
Insulation inside and out
The installation process of the insulation is as simple as the previous stage of work. Mineral wool is best suited for these purposes. This material "breathes", it does not start a fungus. He also has good fire performance.
The roof and the ceiling of the bath are insulated with a 10 cm layer. And in this case, the attic space can be equipped as a rest room. The use of polystyrene for such purposes is not recommended. It releases harmful phenol fumes indoors. This insulation is used for facades.
Saving on your health is not worth it. Moreover, when using polystyrene in a wet room, the fungus grows extremely quickly. This negates all the efforts of the owners. Being in such a room is fraught with the appearance of health problems. The airways are the first to suffer. Allergies may occur. Therefore, the room with the fungus is prohibited to operate.
Turf
In our country, turf roofing has not yet become widespread. However, this natural material is often used all over the world. It has an interesting aesthetic effect. This option looks especially good if the bathhouse is equipped with a gazebo under one roof. The original style of the natural house will appeal to both the owners and their guests.
Two layers of turf are laid on top of the waterproofing. The lower row is located roots up, and the upper - down. The slope of the roof should be 10-15 degrees. But such a roof will require regular maintenance. Therefore, the owners should have a lot of free time for this.
The ceiling inside the bath
Ceiling installation of the roof completes. It can be done with a binder with building material or flooring. In the first case, the ceiling will require an additional layer of vapor barrier, which is designed specifically for the bath. Then mineral wool is mounted. Complete the installation of boards.
The roof of the bath at this stage of the arrangement may include laying vapor barrier on the draft ceiling layer. Further, lining is used as a decorative finish. The need for insulation is determined in the building, which is operated in the winter.
Depending on the project, you can build a whole bath complex here. It may contain a steam room, shower, pool, relaxation room, gazebo. The design of the ceiling is selected depending on the entire interior of the room. It is best to use natural materials here. Wood looks good. However, it must be hardwood, well crafted. Also, such wood should not contain resins.
After familiarizing yourself with the basic norms and rules of construction, the roof of the bathhouse can be erected independently. Having carefully planned all the details, selecting the materials, as well as taking into account the terrain, you can design a quality building. Adhering to the recommendations considered during the construction process, we can expect longevity from the new bath. Here the owners of the house, their guests will be able to restore strength, vitality and relax soul and body.