Cedar Bath: the choice of wood

Wood has been used in the construction industry for centuries and remains popular, despite the invention of artificial materials. Some varieties are considered valuable and rare, others - more budget and affordable. Cedar is very much appreciated, its wood is used to build various buildings.

Bath of cedar - a sign of wealth and excellent taste. The cutting down of this tree is limited, which significantly influenced the cost of the material.. Also, the variety has a number of advantages, due to which it has gained popularity.

Cedar wood is a valuable, costly and practical material that is ideal for building baths. By exploitation, the breed is better than pine, spruce or larchwhich is in demand in the construction industry.

Before the construction of the bath is recommended to purchase material in excess, in case of additional costs. This should be done for one reason - different brands of wood color may differ.

There are three main types of cedar wood color:

• saturated yellow;
• reddish color with pink tint;
• yellow brown

Interesting fact: in ancient times, cedar was used in shipbuilding. On stilts of the above variety many houses are kept in Venice. It is worth noting that cedar firewood is in great demand. Wood has a charming, light aroma, invigorates and improves health.

Consider the advantages of the variety:

• Treatment. The process of cedar processing is simple. It is elastic, soft and light wood. Due to this property, material manufacturers often use manual chopping. The simplified process of harvesting wood allows to obtain large volumes of building material as soon as possible.
• Resilience. Wood is not afraid of harmful insects, as well as mold and mildew. Most manufacturers do not even use special antiseptics forcover logs before selling, as this is not necessary. Cedar is not afraid of high humidity and temperature.
• Special properties. Cedar has a pleasant smell and healing properties that have a positive effect on the body when visiting the bath. Special components entering the air when heated, make the atmosphere useful and almost sterile. Experts say that a visit to the cedar bath can be compared with a full-fledged inhalation session. Periodic receipt of bath procedures significantly improves the overall condition of the body.

• Practicality. Despite the lightness, cedar is durable and reliable. Structures of this material can stand for several centuries, provided that the construction was carried out correctly, using the highest grade wood. Previously, cedar was used for the construction of the royal choir. Wood is suitable for buildings of various types: mobile bath, bath-tank, bath-barrel.
• Installation. A well-designed cedar log house does not need special insulation or waterproofing. This feature will significantly reduce the time spent on construction, as well as material costs.
• Environmental friendliness and safety. Cedar grows only on the territory of ecologically clean regions. Fresh air and soil without chemical impurities are indispensable conditions for the growth of a tree. This indicates a high environmental material. The best choice for those who adhere to a healthy lifestyle.
• Aesthetics. The appearance of the building material is very important for the visual effect. Excellent aesthetic qualities are an indispensable characteristic of any cedar building. The variety is used not only for the construction of baths, but also for the manufacture of pieces of furniture and accessories.

Wood is not without some disadvantages:

• Price. The main disadvantage of wood is cost. Due to the high price, only wealthy buyers can afford such material.
• Color. The wood color is attractive, spectacular, but heterogeneous. If you plan to use wood in its natural form, without treatment with paint, it is important to choose the material in one shade.
• Using. Cedar is great for building baths, but for a steam room it is advisable not to use it because of the current pitches.Their excessive concentration in the air can cause exacerbation of lung diseases. They also clog pores on the skin, interfering with their natural cleansing.
• Additional expenses. Entrust the construction of cedar baths to experienced craftsmen. Only in this case you will be satisfied with the result. Bath will look great and delight with beauty for several decades.

It is necessary to refuse use of a grade if allergic persons live in the house. For fans of the heat - this tree is also not the best choice.

Experienced professionals will prevent shrinkage of the building and use the beneficial properties of wood to the maximum. But do not forget that the construction of baths on an individual project - an expensive pleasure.

In the plant world there are two varieties of cedar, which are divided into 9 separate subspecies. Regardless of the variety, trees grow very slowly.

The plant feels great in the following regions:

• Crimean peninsula;
• Asia;
• Siberia;
• Transcaucasia;
• Africa.

Some experts studying the flora of the region, say that the Siberian cedar does not exist. In this area, only pine grows, outwardly similar to the above variety. Experts attributed the Siberian cedar to the pine family.

Siberian Cedar Pine - an evergreen tree, characterized by increased resistance to frost.

On the territory of the Russian Federation cedar is often found in the endless Altai forests. Experts call this grade one of the best natural building materials. Wood boasts excellent anti-corrosion and thermal insulation characteristics. Do not forget about the beauty of the variety, medicinal properties and environmental friendliness.

Altai cedar fully satisfies the demands of modern buyers as a durable, reliable and wear-resistant material. It is easy to handle and use. The process of planing and cutting wood is easy and effortless.Handling with a power tool or a manual method is not difficult. If necessary, the master can draw a glossy, smooth surface of the material.

Red Canadian cedar can reach a height of 75 meters. The maximum diameter of the trunk reaches 6.5 meters. The building material is particularly soft, elastic, pliable, due to which it does not crack during processing.

Interesting fact: the oldest representative of this species grows on the territory of the Olympic Park in Washington. Today, its age is 1,200 years old.

Wood harvested through manual cutting is actively used to create a durable and reliable building material. This method is actively used in the processing of coniferous varieties.Professional companies procure products in the winter for the whole year ahead.

Hand-made cedar is ideal for building bath houses, country houses, arbors and other structures..

Trees are cut down at night. The bark is removed manually with an ax. In the process, no more than 0.5 cm of layer is removed to protect the tree from negative environmental factors. If necessary, apply antiseptics.

Before you send the material to the store shelves, it should lie down for about six months. The material is stacked on each other with a grill and protected by a canopy, leaving room for ventilation from the side.

The network has many opinions about cedar baths. Most buyers who spent large sums on building materials were satisfied with the result. Performance was noted at a high level, such as reliability, durability, easy handling, stability and durability.

Designers noted the attractiveness of the variety, color saturation and expressiveness of the pattern. Among the many positive reviews, there are negative. Some consider it inappropriate to spend such amounts on cedar and advise to choose a more affordable and common option.

The following video presents an overview of the giant bathhouse from Siberian cedar.