Wood-burning stoves for baths and saunas brand barbarian. Eternal stove for a bath, welded by the master himself Barbarian's sauna stove

The range of wood-burning stoves for the Varvara bath has been produced by the Russian manufacturer DERO and K (Tver) for more than 10 years and is constantly being improved. Products are represented by 6 modifications, its price segment is medium, any starting equipment can be selected individually. The advantages include cost-effectiveness, reliability, compactness, quick heating of the steam room area and ease of maintenance. The manufacturer positions Varvara as durable due to the strong walls of the firebox and the water tank, the reviews of the owners confirm this. It is quite easy to choose the right option, the thermal performance, dimensions and weight of the furnace, the mass of stones to be laid and other design features are necessarily taken into account.

The Varvara product line for baths and saunas is represented by compact units with a closed steel firebox. A characteristic feature is thick reliable walls (at least 6 mm), which indicates durability. The design is simple: the basic package includes a firebox, an afterburner, an ash pan (including those used as a damper), a chimney, a casing, a heater on the heat exchanger. The extended version implies custom-made and selection of a model with an enlarged firebox, built-in heating circuit (standard capacity - 60 or 120 l), a mounted side tank (from 35 to 55 l). All of this manufacturer, with the exception of Skazka, exist in two versions - mini and regular, the first is recommended for small rooms up to 16 m3, the second is suitable for steam rooms up to 24.

Product Description

1. Barbara Tale.

Aesthetic model of convection-accumulating type, combustion is carried out throughout the entire furnace space. This allows you to warm up the room as quickly as possible - in 60-90 minutes and retain heat for at least the same period. Thanks to soapstone walls, this stove does not need brick lining and fits into any design. The heater is open, the mass of stones to be laid does not exceed 90 kg, the amount of steam produced is average. Varvara Skazka is represented by 2 modifications: standard (heated volume - up to 24 m3) and Mini (up to 12 m3, respectively), both have a panoramic door made of heat-resistant glass.

Soapstone lined version with a closed heater, up to 70 kg of stones are placed in the inner oven pocket. This allows you to heat the Varvara Terma-Skazka oven to a higher temperature and give out a lot of soft dispersion steam. Facing not only accumulates heat in the room, but also creates a particularly pleasant microclimate (heat from metal surfaces is smoothed out). The price recommended by the manufacturer is 44,400 rubles, according to reviews, it pays off by prolonged heating of a steam room with a volume of up to 24 m3.

3. Kamenka.

Furnace with an outer lining-grate, the area of contact of convection surfaces with stones reaches 1.3 m2, the mass of the latter is up to 200 kg. This allows you to accumulate heat for a long time with the small dimensions of the Varvara furnace and the length of the furnace space no more than 660 mm. Kamenka, like Skazka, is represented by two modifications: to provide up to 12 m3 of volume and 24. The decorative effect is achieved by placing stones around metal planes and having a transparent door with a panorama (Kamenka Mini does not have it, the firebox is closed with steel of the same thickness as the walls – 6 mm). The latter is designed specifically for small steam rooms, the mass of loaded stones does not exceed 100 kg.

4. Terma-Kamenka.

A variation of the Varvara stove with a mesh casing with a closed heater, the steam produced is softer. This design is recommended for use in the Russian bath mode. Provided that the correct thermal insulation is created, it takes 60-90 minutes to warm up the steam room. The Mini modification holds an average of 140 kg of stones, the regular Therma - up to 70. Both options are stretched vertically and take up little space.

Compact oven for steam rooms with a small area, heat transfer efficiency is achieved through a double convection system. It is presented in two versions, of which Varvara Mini Mounted is equipped with a side tank for heating water. It is possible to order with non-standard (increased) parameters of the furnace, connection to the water circuit. The volume of the water heating tank is 41 liters, the weight does not exceed 78 kg. All Varvara Mini is suitable for rooms no larger than 12 m3.

6. Palenitsa.

A feature of this variety is the lateral arrangement of convection holes. This is one of the most affordable models with a standard power of up to 12 kW, the cost of the basic configuration does not exceed 13,500 rubles. Represented by two modifications: without a contour and a stove with a side tank Varvara Palenitsa Hinged. The displacement of the water jacket of the latter is 55 liters, it is also possible to complete with a remote container for a pipe with a volume of 60 and 120 liters. The nuance of operating a device with heat exchangers is the need to control the state of the water.

What are the buyers saying?

“I placed a Varvara Kamenka brand stove in the bathhouse, and I am generally satisfied with the choice. The steam room warms up in about an hour, firewood is spent sparingly, a lot of good steam. The disadvantages include the need for frequent cleaning of the afterburner and chimney, the draft starts to deteriorate about once a quarter.

Vladimir, Moscow.

“I decided to purchase a Terma-Skazka sauna stove 2 years ago, I have not noticed any shortcomings during the entire service life. The main selection criterion was the quality of steam, and this model completely suited me. I advise all sauna lovers to buy this stove with a closed heater.

Denis, Nizhny Novgorod.

“I have been using the Palenica sauna stove for many years. In the first year of operation, condensation often formed in the chimney, but after consulting with the stove-maker, I fixed everything. It turned out that in models similar to a potbelly stove in terms of heating, it is important to bring the chimney straight up. I didn’t find any other shortcomings in Palenica.”

Yuri, Moscow region.

“For a long time I decided on a stove for a bath and a sauna, after studying the reviews I settled on the Tale from the Barbarian. I think that for such a model the price is justified and pays off, I did not notice any special design or operational shortcomings. I hung the tank over the stove, 61 liters is enough for the needs of 3-4 people.

Ruslan, St. Petersburg.

All of the listed Varvara stoves are optimal in private baths and saunas; they are poorly suited for commercial use due to the limited volume of the heated room. The main guideline in the selection is power, then functionality. The presence of a water circuit, a side mounted tank or a tank located along the path of the flue gases allows the use of the thermal resources of the stove to heat water for a shower and other needs. Terma-marked stoves have a closed heater, they are recommended for obtaining the so-called comfortable steam, without the risk of burns when pouring hot surfaces. The size and duration of the return to the bath of the accumulated heat depends on the mass of the loaded stones, in this regard Kamenka definitely wins. Models with unlined walls (Palenica, Mini) should be overlaid with refractory bricks.

Consumer reviews of the Varvara series stoves are mostly positive, but there are a number of important operational requirements:

1. The base is protected from overheating and burning.

2. The parameters of the heated water are controlled, the supply pipes are selected taking into account possible pressure and temperature drops (plastic is not suitable).

3. Be sure to clean the ash pan and chimneys.

4. To reduce the risk of condensation in the flue gas outlet (especially strong if there is a water tank along the way), it is recommended to consult with the stove. This drawback is noted by many owners of bath and sauna stoves, but with proper placement of pipes, its effect will be minimal.

5. Before installation, it is necessary to heat the device several times on the street, it is advisable to fill the heater with stones of volcanic origin.

Price

Model name	The volume of the bath room, m 3	Dimensions, H×W×D, mm	Weight, kg	Weight of stones to be laid, kg	Power, W	Price, rubles
Fairy tale	12-24	840×500×759	200	40-60	12	37000
		1200×500×800	245	60-70		44400
Kamenka		780×560×780	120	180-200		16500
Terma-Kamenka Mini	Up to 12	1020×490×740	140	140-160	10	17350
Mini Hinged	Up to 12	620×645×740	85	—	8	13000
Palenitsa without outline	12-24	890×450×690	113	40-60	12	13950

A bathhouse in a suburban area has long ceased to be an expensive luxury. It not only replaces a small uncomfortable bath or shower, but is also a place where many diseases are cured. The main room inside it has always been a steam room, in which a stone stove "kamenka" was installed. If there is no time to build such a complex structure, you can build a small boiler for a bath with your own hands from improvised means: pipes, barrels, etc.

Below are the options for arranging and installing the boiler:

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Getting Started

In order to independently build a reliable and uncomplicated metal boiler, you need to acquire the following materials:

One and a half meter pipe with a diameter of more than 0.5 m
Meter pipe with a diameter of about 0.35 cm
Steel hinges, handles and latches
Sheet metal
Fittings for the manufacture of a grate or a ready-made grate

It is necessary to cut a one and a half meter pipe into two segments:

First, 0.9 m long, will be intended for the manufacture of the furnace part
Second, 0.6 m long, will be used to make a water tank

If it is possible to find a stainless steel water tank of a suitable diameter, this will be a big plus. Steel, like most other metals, will soon begin to rust.

Video about the internal structure of the bath boiler

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The assembled boiler will consist of the following zones:

Blower and furnace
Kamenka
Water container
Chimney

Below are some of the most popular drawing options:

We make a blower and a furnace

At first, work is carried out with a large piece of pipe. At the bottom of any do-it-yourself boiler for a bath, you need to cut a hole for an ash pan about 200x70 mm in size with a grinder. Cut off pieces should not be immediately thrown into the trash - they may be needed, for example, as a basis for doors. All that remains is to grind the edges, weld the curtains, the handle and the valve.

Now you should prepare the grate. If there is no ready-made suitable product, it can be cut out of a 1.5-2 cm steel sheet and make the required number of slots using a grinder. The second option is to lay a certain number of reinforcing bars and weld them together, but it is less durable.

The main purpose of the grate is to separate the combustion chamber and the blower. Burning fires will be laid on it, so it should be welded inside the pipe as reliably as possible. Coals and ash will fall through the slots.

When the grate is installed, it is possible to cut out the bottom from a 1.5-3 mm steel sheet for the future boiler and weld it securely from below. Since it is not recommended to install the boiler on it, so that the hot surface does not come into contact with the floor or foundation, you need to make 3-4 legs from wide corners. One of the acceptable options is to weld the bottom in such a way that a 3-4 cm high welt remains, in which the stand is cut out.

Let's start building a stone

When the furnace is ready, you need to think about which of the options for making the heater to choose:

Thick reinforcing bars are taken and a grate resembling a grate is constructed, which is welded over the combustion chamber
A piece of pipe with a diameter of 0.3-0.4 m is taken and the upper part is cut off to make a scoop. Inside the main pipe, it is installed perpendicularly and tightly welded

Another hole is cut on the front side of the boiler and a door is installed - stones will be laid through it

If we compare both options, the second one will be more reliable and durable, but the first one is much simpler and will allow the stones to warm up faster. In both cases, it is necessary to place the heater at the same height - about 12-15 cm from the top edge.

Tank for water

We continue to cook the boiler for the bath with our own hands. Now you need to take a smaller piece of pipe and start making a water tank. From below, a bottom made of steel with a thickness of 0.6-0.8 cm should be welded. A hole is made in the middle of the bottom, equal in diameter to the chimney pipe. The latter is welded tightly, while its length must be greater than the height of the water tank.

When carbon dioxide and smoke are removed through the pipe from the furnace, they will be able to give up their heat to the liquid. A small tap is welded from the bottom of the container, through which water will be drawn.

It is necessary to monitor how tightly and efficiently the seams are welded. Otherwise, the furnace compartment will be flooded with water, or part of the carbon monoxide will enter the room instead of the chimney.

At the top of the tank, it is recommended to close the lid. To do this, two semicircles are cut out: the first is welded tightly, and the second is installed on hinges in order to be able to open slightly. Do not forget that the chimney must pass through the cover. It remains to weld together both parts of the boiler. Bk can be additionally fixed with a steel sleeve.

How to install a bath boiler

It is not enough to weld a boiler for a bath with your own hands, it must be correctly installed. If you follow a few important rules, in the future you will not need to worry about security:

It is impossible to install the heater close to the wall, even if it is built of brick, the minimum distance is 20 cm
Under the stove it is necessary to fill in a monolithic or lay out a brick platform measuring 0.7x0.7 m and a depth of about 0.25 m
If a brick foundation is chosen, refractory products should be used, which are fastened together with oven clay mortar
It is necessary to install a metal boiler in such a way that its furnace door is located towards the exit
Near the wall where the boiler will be installed, it is recommended to equip the shelves, while their height must be chosen correctly so that the head does not touch the ceiling
Lighting and other electrical appliances should not be placed on the ceiling, as it will be the hottest surface

In a wooden bath, it is recommended to isolate a metal furnace and overlay it with refractory bricks. This is necessary to prevent strong heating of the wood. The dimensions of the masonry should be slightly wider than the foundation - 0.8x0.8 m. The height is made equal to 100-120 cm.

Chimney arrangement

Video on how to make a pipe pass through the ceiling in the bath with your own hands

Since the chimney will go outside, it will definitely go through the roof. It is very important to ensure that it does not come into direct contact with other surfaces:

Passing through the brickwork, it is necessary to provide for a thickening of about 10-15 cm
Passing through wooden structures, they must be securely covered with non-combustible heat-insulating material, the surface of which is treated with asbestos or clay mortar.
The pipe section, which will be located directly inside the roof, between the ceiling and the street, must be whitewashed or plastered

Recently, ceramic chimneys have been gaining popularity. Their main advantage– increased protective properties and ability to withstand high temperatures. The kit sells basalt fiber, a pipe and protective blocks installed as a protective shell.

Summing up

The most important thing is safety. Metal furnaces are more fire hazardous than similar brick structures. Each stage should be thought out to the smallest detail.

Even if you have little experience with a welding machine and a desire, you can make a boiler for a bath with your own hands in a short time - a simple and complex design at the same time. Optionally, it can be made some structural changes aimed at improving performance, reliability and durability.

Sauna Foto: Urmas Vilipuu

“The bath soars - it gives health,” says an old saying. What can modern medicine say about this? Different nations have their own varieties of baths. Today, the traditional Russian bath, Finnish sauna and Turkish hammam are popular. The main differences between them are in the temperature regime and air humidity, health.mail.ru writes.

Russian bath

The traditional Russian bath is also called a steam bath. The air temperature in the thermal chamber (as physiotherapists call the steam room) usually reaches +40–60⁰C. Humidity is variable; it can be from 40% to 90-100%, as in a Turkish hammam.

In the human body, there are many mechanisms by which temperature is regulated, at high temperatures only one works - sweating (sweat is a liquid that, evaporating, cools the surface of the skin.

This is how it should be normally. But in the Russian bath, in addition to high temperature, there is also high humidity, so the evaporation of sweat is difficult, and it simply flows down the skin. As a result, the surface of the body can heat up to 39-44⁰C, and the temperature of the internal organs rises to 38-39⁰C.

At the same time, numerous changes occur in the body: the subcutaneous vessels expand, due to the loss of fluid, blood viscosity increases, blood clotting increases, breathing quickens, the pulse rate increases by 25–30 beats per minute, muscles relax, various biologically active substances are released, the bronchi expand, they reduce the amount of mucus, accelerates metabolism. When a person comes out of the bath and pours himself with cold water, the pulse rate drops sharply, the vessels constrict.

Finnish sauna

In a Finnish sauna, the air temperature can reach 80-120⁰C, and the humidity is only 4-10%. Due to this, there are no obstacles to the evaporation of sweat from the surface of the skin. The human body actively gets rid of heat, but heating occurs faster. Therefore, the temperature of the skin during a stay in a Finnish sauna rises to 38-42⁰C, and the temperature of the internal organs - by 0.5-1⁰C.

In the body of a person who takes a steam bath in a Finnish sauna, the same changes occur as in a Russian bath. But at the same time, he loses a large amount of fluid - its content is replenished only within 1-2 days.

Due to this feature, the Finnish sauna has more contraindications than the Russian steam bath, especially for people suffering from heart and vascular diseases.

Turkish hamam

In a Turkish hammam, at a fairly low temperature (30–60⁰C), air humidity is high, which can reach 100%. The effect on the body is similar to the Russian bath, but it is softer, more gentle. Hamam is easier to tolerate, including by people with various diseases. Due to the large amount of steam and the special atmosphere, greater relaxation is achieved here. The skin and hair do not dry out, as can happen in a Finnish sauna.

Useful effects of the bath

Each visit to the bath is a stress for your body, during which the cardiovascular and respiratory systems are trained, metabolism is strengthened, immunity is strengthened. Endurance, resistance to various negative influences increases. The body more easily tolerates physical activity, intense work, stress, becomes more resistant to infection.

In addition, a bath is rest and relaxation, it helps to relieve tension, relieves stress and depression. Those who visit the bath regularly improve psychosomatics - getting rid of negative emotions contributes to the normalization of the nervous system, and it, in turn, has a positive effect on the internal organs.

High temperatures are detrimental to many pathogens. The bath helps fight infections.

Useful properties of bath heat can be supplemented with aromatherapy using special essential oils, as well as massage with brooms.

Of course, if you go too far with the temperature or time spent in the steam room, then the internal resources of the body will not be enough, you can get a heat stroke.

When overheated, the physiological systems designed to maintain normal body temperature cease to cope with their work. This manifests itself in the form of a persistent increase in temperature up to 40–41⁰C, nausea, vomiting, respiratory failure, and consciousness.

Is it worth it to heat the bath in a black way?

For a long time, the black bath was considered primitive and “wrong”. Today, against the backdrop of growing general interest in ancient traditions and all sorts of exotics, this kind of Russian bath is gaining popularity again. Its main feature is the absence of a chimney. A brick stove is installed in the steam room or a stone hearth is simply built. All the smoke generated during the combustion of firewood remains in the room. And in the ceiling there is a special hole for ventilation.

Among the main health benefits of a smoke sauna are the disinfecting properties of smoke: after airing, substances remain in the air that destroy pathogens.

First of all, this effect appears due to formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is a good antiseptic, but in high concentrations it has a negative effect on the skin, nervous and respiratory systems, as it is a carcinogen.

The second component of smoke and soot that destroys microorganisms is phenol. It is also widely used for the production of various synthetic materials, in medicine. Phenol is toxic, it belongs to highly hazardous substances that can disrupt the functioning of the nervous system.

For phenol and formaldehyde, maximum permissible concentrations have been established, the excess of which can adversely affect health. It is difficult to say how safe the concentrations of these substances in a black bath are. Much depends on the quality of ventilation, the size of the steam room, the length of stay in it.

The most important potential danger in such baths is carbon monoxide, which is formed as a result of burning wood with a lack of oxygen. This is a very toxic compound, getting through the lungs into the blood, it forms strong bonds with hemoglobin molecules, after which they can no longer carry oxygen. Carbon monoxide poisoning manifests itself in the form of dizziness, headache, tinnitus, shortness of breath, redness of the face, increased heart rate. In severe cases, convulsions, impaired consciousness and death occur.

In this regard, when operating the bath in black, you must follow some safety rules:

After the bath is heated, it must be aired for at least 1-2 hours.

Before steaming, it is necessary to remove all smoldering embers from the stove;

If you feel worse, you should immediately leave the bathhouse, if necessary, call a doctor.

Summarizing, we can say that the benefits of regular visits to the bath for health are undeniable - it is not for nothing that the treatment with bath heat and steam has been adopted by modern physiotherapy. However, do not forget about two important rules. First, everything should be in moderation. Too long exposure to excessively high temperatures can do more harm than good. Secondly, if you have chronic diseases, especially from the cardiovascular system, be sure to consult your doctor.

Increasingly strong positions in the market of stoves for baths are occupied by domestic manufacturers. Their products do not always have an attractive design, but the quality of the units and their properties are often at their best. One of these firms is Barbara. This company started producing stoves for saunas 10 years ago, having previously studied the experience of leading and domestic manufacturers. As a result, the Varvara sauna stoves are in stable demand and have almost no complaints about their quality.

The device of the furnace on the example of the model "Varvara Classic"

One of the biggest advantages is the relatively low weight. Even the largest stove of this brand weighs no more than 120 kilograms (without water, fuel and stones). Almost any floor can withstand this weight, but if you want to create a softer steam, you still have to strengthen it, or provide for it at the planning stage.

On the back wall of the Varvara stoves, the designers have provided a special window closed with a lid, which makes it easier to care for it. Inside, in the furnace, a special sheet (smoke tooth) is welded, on which soot accumulates. Here it is and the afterburner chamber and needs to be cleaned about twice a year. That's all care.

The advantages of stoves for the bath "Barbara" include the possibility of completing

Sauna stove "Barbara" equipped with a remote tank

remote or mounted tank of decent volumes:

The stainless steel remote tank, which can be installed on the second floor or used as a passage through the ceiling, can be of 120 or 60 liters. Moreover, the manufacturer claims that thanks to the stainless steel heating circuit in the tank, which improves water circulation and increases heat transfer, the water in the tank will boil within an hour.
The hinged stainless steel tank has a volume of 50 liters. In this configuration, the ovens are easy to install.

The advantages of these furnaces include the fact that the models are being improved and finalized. So at the beginning of 2013, all models have a unified chimney - 114 mm, and since August changes have been made to the design of the furnaces: there are fewer seams in it. In two places, the welds were replaced with bends, which greatly increased the reliability of the units. Furnaces "Varvara" have an afterburner, which increases efficiency. The arched vault of the combustion chamber allows to achieve uniform heating of all zones, and better air circulation.

All Varvara furnaces are equipped with a remote fuel chamber, i.e. fuel is loaded from the antechamber. If desired, the door can be ordered with fire-resistant glass and admire the play of the flame.

disadvantages

The disadvantages of the Varvara furnaces include perhaps not the most attractive appearance. If you plan to overlay the oven with a screen (and this is the most reasonable solution), then the appearance should not bother you, and there are almost no complaints about the quality of these ovens. Although there is a stove "Fairy Tale", which is lined with soapstone. You can't call this model unattractive.

The stove for the bath "Varvara Skazka" is lined with soapstone

The lineup

Models "Classic" and "Logwood"

Furnaces have similar characteristics:

Weight 90-120 kg;
The maximum volume of the steam room is 24m 3;
Mass of stones - 50 kg;
Fuel - firewood;
Air heating from 20 o C to 100 o C in 60 minutes.

Drawing of the furnace "Varvara Classic"

Both can be equipped with an external tank that is connected to an existing water supply system (it is possible to fill the tank with a pump). This modification allows you to organize a shower - you will need to install a mixer. Also, these models are available with a water heating circuit, which is made of stainless steel 1.5 mm thick. In this case, the stove can be connected to the heating system and used for space heating.

Models without water heater circuits are rational to use if water is heated in boilers. It is also possible to equip the oven with a hanging tank.

"Varvara Classic" with a mounted water tank

It is convenient to use a hinged tank in cases where water is not supplied to the bath. The hinged tank can always be removed and washed, because it is no secret that plaque will form on the inner surface of the tank.

"Varvara Palenitsa" has slightly smaller dimensions than the "Varvara Classic".

Drawing of the oven "Varvara Palenitsa"

Outwardly, "Varvara Palenitsa" is not much different from "Varvara Classic".

Models-heaters

Two models of "Varvara Kamenka" differ in the location and mass of stones, dimensions.

Dimensions (HxWxD): 780x560x780 mm
Weight: no more than 90-120 kg.
Weight of stones to be laid: not less than 180 kg.
Maximum volume of the steam room: 24 m 3
Steam room heating time from 20 0С to 100 0С (subject to proper thermal insulation): 60 min.
Removal of the combustion chamber: 140 mm
Chimney diameter: 114 mm
Power: 12 kW
Heat resistant glass (WxD): 305×290 mm
Fuel: firewood

"Varvara Kamenka" with a glass and cast-iron door

The smaller "Kamenka mini" is designed for rooms up to 16m 3, the larger one can heat up to 24m 3.

Sauna stove "Varvara Kamenka Mini"

Both furnaces are equipped with a door with panoramic heat-resistant glass.

"Mini" and "Panorama"

The Varvara Mini stove has small dimensions of 735 x 390 x 670 mm and can be installed even in small baths. It can be equipped with a hanging tank (42 liters) or a stainless steel circuit for heating water.

The owners of private estates, cottages, country houses sooner or later begin to build the walls of their own baths. By the time the design work begins, the question arises of choosing the basis of the entire building - the stove. "Barbara" is one of the most common brands of sauna stoves. They are found in buildings of various designs and dimensions, located both in the central part and in the Russian outback.

Each sample of this series has its own characteristics, adapted to specific operating conditions. Varvara is produced in Tver by DERO and K. Demand for products has been stable for over ten years, which indicates the quality of the goods.

Currently, the Varvara company presents 8 models of sauna stoves. The most popular medium is the Terma-Skazka stove with a closed heater. A distinctive feature of this model is that the stove heater is lined with soapstone stone. This allows you to get soft steam, by heating the stone to higher temperatures. Main characteristics:

Height x Width x Length - 1120 x 500 x 800
Weight - 245 kg
Steam room volume - 12-24 cubic meters
How many stones can be put - 60-70 kg
Firebox length - 76cm
What to heat - firewood
The price recommended by the manufacturer is 49500 rubles

Model Volzhanka

Volzhanka is designed for large steam rooms. The water tank is made of stainless steel.
Main characteristics:

Height x Width x Length - 1000 x 510 x 820
Weight - 150 kg
Steam room volume - 24-35 cubic meters
How many stones can be put - 60-80 kg
Firebox length - 72cm
What to heat - firewood
The price recommended by the manufacturer is 24700 rubles

In addition to the described models, the company's product line also includes the so-called Mini Panorama Furnaces. They are very compact, presented in various sizes, have a panoramic door. There are models - with an elongated firebox or a hinged tank.

General characteristics

Currently, the Varvara company presents 8 models of sauna stoves.

Thoughtful design allows you to limit yourself to the release of a small number of models that can be configured for specific customer requirements:

Standard oven without tank and heat exchanger.
Modification of the same furnace with water heating circuit.
Water tank oven installed on the side.

Just a stove that does not have a heated tank in the kit is used in cases where it is necessary just to create the right atmosphere indoors and in the steam room. The functions of heating water are performed by other devices (geyser or electric boiler).

The built-in water heating circuit allows you to complete the oven with a capacity of up to 120 liters. Most often, it is installed at the top, acting as a matching element, between the hot pipe and the ceiling. The user gets a double benefit - the pipe heats the liquid in the tank, which eliminates the need for protective materials to isolate the pipe from floor and ceiling materials. The number 120 cannot serve as the final characteristic of the model; when purchasing a stove complete with a tank, its size can be limited to 50 or 60 liters. This model allows installation of the water tank in another location(outside the steam room).

The second feature of this model is the possibility of using the furnace as a boiler as part of a water heating system using batteries (registers). The use of liquid heating or the presence of a tank with large dimensions are the result of using an external water supply to fill them.

As a rule, the side tank has a capacity up to 60 liters. This allows you to get the optimal amount of hot water and meet the specified time interval for its heating.

All of the listed options for furnaces are designed for a steam room volume of up to 24 cubic meters. meters. There are smaller options - "Barbara-mini", which, having its own weight of 82 kg, can heat the steam room up to 12 cubic meters. meters. These babies are adapted for a capacious heater, they are complemented by a side tank of 39 liters.

Furnace design

The simplicity of the device "Barbarians" - the basis of its attractiveness. Structurally, it is represented by a set of nodal elements:

Furnace firebox. This is where wood burning takes place. The released energy is reported to the main structure in the form of heat.
Next to the firebox is camera, where the final decay of the formed gases (flue gases) takes place.
Ash pan and cast iron grate system allows you to regulate the process of fuel combustion (its intensity), creating an influx of air into the furnace. Another function of the node is the collection of solid combustion products (ash and coal).
Thoughtful design chimneys.
casing, transferring its own heat to the surrounding air masses and heating the heater.

A significant difference between the furnaces is the use of a special opening on the back of the main body in order to clean the combustion zone from soot.

For models equipped with a heating circuit, a tank is used, for the manufacture of which a stainless alloy is used, the sheet thickness of which is at least 1.5 mm.

Key Benefits

Choosing a stove for your bath from the Varvara series, an ordinary consumer pays attention to a number of its distinctive features, favorably emphasizing the correctness of the choice. These should include:

Simplicity and reliability of execution.
Favorable location in the price area.
Ease of installation.
The weight of the complex, allowing the installation of the furnace without installing a reinforced foundation.
Good case design.
Overall dimensions, which make it possible to successfully fit the design into any interior.
The vapor removal pipe located on the tank makes the air in the steam room look like the air in a good sauna with a brick oven.

Cons of ovens "Barbara"

The process of long-term use helped to identify individual shortcomings of such installations:

Large water tank heating time is longer than in similar types of furnaces from other manufacturers. As an excuse, mention should be made of the existence of containers, the reduced dimensions of which reduce the heating time. Another way to deal with the problem is installation of an additional heat exchange circuit on the pipe. The problem is solved, but there is a need for constant monitoring of the temperature of the liquid, which can actually boil.
The principle of slow combustion used and the presence of an additional chamber for the complete decomposition of all gases, together with improper pipe installation, leads to accumulation and runoff of condensing water droplets. For the correct functioning of the furnace, the pipe must be long and protrude beyond the upper boundary of the tank.

"Barbara" with brickwork

The usual case of representatives of this series has a very attractive appearance, but for lovers of the Russian spirit of the bath, it is proposed to use the method of creating an additional brick screen.

The benefits of this improved design are:

increased heat capacity designs. The brick will accumulate the energy received, and release it gradually, as it cools down;
special, unique design(especially if natural stone is used instead of brickwork);
along with the appearance, another filling of space appears dry heat, peculiar only to steam rooms of Russian baths.

As the main disadvantage of this installation method is considered large mass of bricks, which, superimposed on the weight of the furnace, leads to the need to install a new furnace foundation.

The second problem is search for a qualified furnace master, which will make high-quality masonry based on a composition suitable for high temperatures from a mixture of clay (preferably fireclay) and sand.

The reason for the wide popularity of heating units for baths manufactured by DERO and K was a detailed acquaintance with all the problems that arose during the operation of similar systems in the past. A detailed study of the demand for stoves and the possible market for their sale has led to a high degree of use of their products by the population.

The resulting model range has many positive qualities that the consumer needs, and possible disadvantages are minimized.