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About ten years ago, fireplaces began to be sold en masse - these are beautiful fireboxes of different sizes, made with a variety of decorative finishes. Thanks to the variety of types of portals, such fireplaces began to be installed in almost all private homes. Their beauty and high safety (the firebox is closed under glass) attracted many. For several years, they successfully replaced ancient Russian stoves. Till today…

A little history and facts

The stove is part of Russian folklore! There is no exact information when the prototypes of these structures first appeared. However, at first they had a completely different appearance, little reminiscent of the Russians we are used to. And only recently people began to build them in design and appearance similar to their analogues. Today, such structures are part of houses in Russian villages, where there is only stove heating and there is no talk of any gas. People use them to heat their houses, cook, heat food and bake with them.

The stove is part of Russian folklore

What does a traditional Russian stove with a deck consist of?

The Russian stove is quite massive, its weight reaches several hundred kilograms, so it needs a foundation. In the old days, its role was played by old stones and logs, which were laid out in the base. Today these are reinforced concrete or brick masonry.

It is better to plan construction at the stage of creating a house project. If the structure already exists, the foundation still needs to be made strong!

Essential elements:

The lower part is the base (pods). It has a niche for storing fuel or kitchen utensils. Using this base, the combustion chamber is raised to the desired height.
A vault-trough covers the top of the ovens. A layer of sand or clay is poured onto it. This technology is used to retain heat.
The bottom of the firebox (under) is made with a slight slope towards the rear wall. This is done so that the fuel burns evenly in the chamber.
The stove firebox consists of two parts: the cooking chamber and the firebox. The cooking chamber is clean without logs and ash, since the fuel is placed in the far chamber - the firebox.
There is a vault above the firebox - this is the ceiling that separates the firebox and the lower part of the deck.
The sunbed can be built along the entire length of the firebox. When the fire burns there, heat spreads to the lounger.
The chimney is installed above the first chamber where food is prepared. Along the way, a valve and a viewing window are installed. Using a damper, the intensity of fuel combustion in the stove is regulated.

The Russian stove is quite massive

Depending on the design features, they may have steps leading to the sun lounger. Also, small shelves are often made along the chimney in order to install decor there.

What should you know before buying a fireplace stove for your home?

Before buying a fireplace stove, be sure to pay attention to:

fireplace power (1 kW of stove power is enough to heat 10-12 m² of room area by 2.5 m);
burning time (at least 8 hours);
stove efficiency - in good condition, with a glass and double-layer body, the efficiency of the heating device must be at least 70%.

Advice! Choose a device with self-cleaning glass. It will have a transparent coating of chromium oxides, so that the soot particles do not stick, but fall and burn in the furnace. Remember that removing ash always leaves the floor around the fireplace dirty. To avoid this, look for a unit with a drawer located under the fireplace. Some ovens of this type even have lids to prevent ash from escaping when the heating power is increased.

Modern Russian stoves: what are they?

May vary in size and functionality. Traditional options have dimensions: length - 2.5 meters, width - 1.5 meters. Products can be of different sizes:

small (178*124 cm);
medium (213*147 cm);
(231*160 cm).

In rare cases, furnaces can be built to non-standard sizes.

But few people were satisfied with the old ones - unattractive appearance, the ability to cook only inside the hearth, limited capabilities. Thanks to the work of craftsmen and changes in designs, Russian stoves have regained popularity. They have everything you need to heat your home, cook food and more.

Modern version

So, the latest additions:

equipped with a cooking floor. Such designs are multifunctional and can replace any hobs and stoves;
with fireplace. This option is a new trend. Its peculiarity is that the rear wall of the firebox structure is led into another room through the wall. Thus, it turns out that one design combines two: a fireplace with a flame effect and all the magnificent sounds of crackling wood, as well as a classic Russian stove that heats the house, has a firebox for cooking and a stove for cooking;
with a bed. In the classic versions it was very large. Three people could fit on the sun lounger. An analogue has a sunbed, but only smaller. It is enough for one person to live comfortably. However, this disadvantage can be easily compensated for by an attached trestle bed.

According to fire safety rules, all furniture and equipment must be at a distance of 1 meter from the firebox!

Such designs are multifunctional

Pros and cons of designs

In addition to beauty and warmth, they have some advantages:

uniform heat transfer and accumulation;
high level of efficiency;
bottom heating The classic versions were devoid of this. Only after some time, builders modified the stoves, making them more practical to use. This feature makes it possible to heat the room as a whole;
high security. Since all structures are made of brick, the walls of the furnace do not heat up to such a temperature as to cause a fire or burn;
built-in stove. Enables housewives to prepare food in their usual way;
long service life. A properly made structure can last more than 30 years.

Minuses:

you will have to stockpile solid fuel for the winter;
the firewood will have to be dried, since wet wood cannot be placed in the firebox;
When heating a house with a Russian stove, excess waste from the fuel occurs.

Warm and cozy sleeping place

The Russian stove cannot be called an ideal device - it has positive aspects and shortcomings. For example, in order to learn how to cook in it, housewives will have to go through a long training phase. For ignition you will need firewood, which will have to be prepared. These are, of course, not the electric or gas boilers that everyone is so used to. But the Russian stove also has a lot of positive aspects:

there is an opportunity to cook excellent dishes. They turn out very tasty and differ from those cooked on stoves;
depending on the design features, the Russian stove can be equipped with a sun lounger, allowing you to relax comfortably during the cold season. It can also have shelves;
and finally, the effect of the flame, the sound of crackling logs and flickering fire - no device can replace this.

Russian stoves in the interior

Despite the development of technology and the appearance on the market of fashionable cast-iron fireboxes, which are framed in various decorative portals, the Russian stove still remains popular. Of course, it has changed not only externally, but also structurally. It has become more practical, convenient and safe; in addition, its design uses construction technologies and materials that can increase efficiency, as well as the aesthetic component.

Has advantages and disadvantages

Advantages

Wooden houses are the basis of the architecture of ancient Rus'. And, despite the development of technology and the emergence of building materials from which buildings are erected, wood still occupies a special place. Such houses are filled with comfort, and the Russian stove only complements the extraordinary spiritual atmosphere. The installation of a Russian stove in a wooden house must be carried out in compliance with the safety requirements established by our legislation.

Brick

Made from brick - this is a classic. Previously, such structures were built from homemade clay bricks, which were fired over a fire. The products are large in size due to the presence of a hob, a compartment for baking, and a lounger for relaxing.

The brick version is a classic

Advantages:

Brick takes longer to cool than other materials. A stove built from it will give off heat longer after the fire dies out. As a result, the rooms will remain warm for a long time.
A large structure can heat even a large house with several floors. This is possible if it is installed in the middle of the house, and the chimney is led up inside the walls that separate the rooms on the second floor. Today, the chimney is no longer made of ordinary brickwork. It is made from galvanized or stainless steel pipes that run in the middle of a compartment located inside the walls. And if ventilation grilles are made in the compartments along the chimney, then the heat emanating from the chimney will spread throughout the rooms.
The brick does not heat up to a temperature that could create a fire. This building material is quite durable and practical. It can be used as a basis for applying decorative plaster, gluing with tiles and other finishing materials. Moreover, it is capable of serving without restoration for 30 years.
The cost of such a design is not high compared to purchasing a cast iron firebox and a marble portal. It is worth noting that most of the cost is allocated to creating a high-quality foundation.

Modern and stylish

Unfortunately, like others, brick ones are not without their drawbacks. The main thing is the fact that for a brick structure you will have to build a powerful foundation. It can be a monolithic or reinforced concrete structure. If you install a brick one without a foundation, the floor may sag under its weight.

Precautionary measures

A Russian brick stove cannot be installed in all parts of the house. The location directly depends on the structural features of the building. It is better when the idea of construction appears at the stage of designing a house. Then it is possible to correctly calculate the location, as well as make an appropriate foundation.

If the house has already been built, then you will need to dismantle the floor in the place where the hearth will be installed to the base and make a scaffold.

Russian fairy tale at your home

Other options

Among the variety of options for installing heating systems in wooden houses, it is worth highlighting two main ones:

Fireplace stoves are iron fireboxes with a large viewing window. They can have a hob and are not framed by anything. Minus - the walls of the structure become very hot and can cause burns or fire.

Cast iron fireboxes are beautiful fireplaces that can heat large rooms. Many manufacturers make fireboxes of different sizes that have lifting mechanisms to open the firebox; the protective glass can be oval, prismatic or straight. The fireboxes are equipped with a slide damper, a mechanism for adjusting the combustion intensity. The downside is the high cost of fireboxes and portals.

Finish with beautiful tiles

Recently, these options have become less common for installation in private homes. Despite their attractiveness, they are inferior to traditional Russian stoves in many respects.

Advantages of a long-burning stove-fireplace

The fireplace stove can be installed anywhere in the house, provided that there is a connection to the chimney, which is easy to install without the need for ceiling reinforcement. A potbelly stove takes up less space than a traditional stationary fireplace. This device is cheaper than a classic stone firebox. You can take the stove with you when moving to another place of residence. The fireplace stove has a closed combustion chamber. The device can have a traditional or modern form. The stove supplies heat to the entire surface, including the exhaust pipe. The combustible material can be either firewood or coal briquettes.

Decorative finishing

Building materials make it possible to finish the stove in a variety of styles. In addition, they have a beneficial effect on the resistance of bricks, as well as mortars used in its laying, to various negative influences.

Truly Russian style: mud and tiles

In the old days, one material was traditionally used - mud (clay-based plaster). Then it was covered with ordinary whitewash. This finishing method is not durable, since during kindling, smoke settles on the surface, making the whitewash gray. Although it is necessary to highlight the beauty of the painting of such stoves, their attractiveness and truly Russian style. Nowadays, rarely anyone uses this method of decoration, as more and more people prefer practicality.

Stone finishing

The most common classic option is decor using ceramic elements made in the form of boxes. The main advantage of this material is its attractiveness, as well as practicality. Tiles are able to retain their original appearance for a long time. The main disadvantage is the high price

Peculiarities:

the cladding is laid from bottom to top;
a special gypsum composition is used for grouting joints;
There are a variety of tile patterns available on the market. These can be either smooth tiles or embossed ones with different patterns.

Using tiles for decoration, it is possible to choose the desired color, pattern, relief so that it fits the overall style of the room. This is the best material for finishing Russian-style stoves.

The cladding is laid from bottom to top

Modern materials

The variety of materials makes it possible to decorate a Russian stove in any style. All this allows it to fit harmoniously into absolutely any interior. Among the most common it is worth highlighting:

facing brick;
ceramic tiles or porcelain stoneware;
artificial stone of various types;
natural wood can be used for decoration;
a natural stone;
plaster and paint.

These materials are very practical and reliable. To give them a new look, just wipe the surfaces with a damp cloth. However, they are not without drawbacks. Some, for example, like ceramic tiles or granite, cannot harmoniously fit into any style.

You can cook many delicious dishes in it

Plaster and paint

The plaster and paint looks very nice. This finishing method is for interiors in a minimalist style. In this case, the choice of color and texture is limited only by a flight of fancy and the general style of the room. Using paint and plaster, you can visually reduce the size of the stove or, conversely, increase it. Plaster and paint are often used to create Russian-style decor. It allows you to make various designs and patterns on its surface.

Return of traditions

It cannot be said that the Russian stove in the house is a museum exhibit that has unexpectedly returned from the past. In fact, it never disappeared; moreover, it is part of some Russian outbacks that are unfamiliar with main gas.

The massive return of the Russian wet nurse to homes spoiled by civilization is not a tribute to fashion. Most likely, what plays a role here is the desire of people to feel comfortable and cozy in the house, to fill it with the pleasant aroma of baking and to meet with the family in front of an open fire for a delicious dinner cooked in a real Russian oven. After all, not a single miracle of technology will give the sensations and emotions that people experience when they see a flame.

Will help you feel comfortable and cozy in your home

A Russian stove, finished with high-quality materials, does not look like an alien in the house. Today it has become more compact, practical and wear-resistant. A wood-burning stove, depending on its design features, is placed not only in the kitchen, but also in the living room and dining room. For the convenience of housewives, craftsmen integrate everything they need into them, right down to hoods.

A Russian stove without built-in hobs can easily take a central place in a library or bedroom. A lounger can easily replace even the most comfortable chair or even a sofa.

To choose the most suitable project for your home, you need to consider several options in detail. They differ in size, functionality, and of course cost.

Installing a Russian stove in a country house is a job only for professionals. Regardless of construction skills, the construction of such a structure requires not only skills, but also knowledge of its features and technologies.

Interesting design solution

"Alya-Rus" - a designer hit

This model has quite compact dimensions. It does not have additional equipment, such as a hob, a large sun lounger or the ability to observe the flame effect. This option is suitable for a small kitchen. Such a stove is decorated with decorative elements that are associated with Russia. It looks light and charming in a wooden house. Peculiarities :

Despite the primary simplicity of the decor, such a stove should not be overloaded with accessories. A few decorations will be enough;
it can be installed not only under the wall. Due to its compactness, it will look good in the center of the kitchen, if space allows.

This option is budget friendly. And if you want a Russian stove in your home, but your budget does not allow for luxury, you can choose this option.

Suitable for rustic style homes

Stove-fireplace for a summer residence - warmth without extra costs

A stand-alone heating plate, commonly known as a heating stove, does not require a special foundation or casing. Even in an already installed room, a qualified specialist can install such a stove without inconvenient construction work within two hours! A heating stove-fireplace is an excellent additional source of heat for a summer house, which is also environmentally friendly and easy to install. The design takes up less space than a traditional fireplace. You can easily install a potbelly stove in your living room without the need for messy and time-consuming construction work. When you leave your dacha, you can take the stove with you until the next season.

Where to install a Russian stove?

Today it is difficult to surprise anyone with the presence of a fireplace or cast iron firebox. Almost all country houses are built taking into account these structures. But the Russian stove will cause not only surprise, but also admiration.

Interesting design option

The moment the question arises about installing it in a country house, nuances immediately arise that no one had thought about before.

It is better when the issue of installing a Russian stove is decided at the stage of planning a country house, since nuances arise that are better to be resolved immediately.

In the living room

The living room is the calling card of any home and a private home is no exception. In this room it will be a bright accent that attracts the eye. Therefore, there is no need to look for too modest design options. Its size must be selected depending on the area of the room.

All pieces of furniture should be kept away from the structure.

In the interior of the living room

Depending on the interior and size of the room, stoves can be of different designs with or without a hob. The following stoves can be installed in the living room:

If it is large in size and has a fairly bright design, for example, decorated with tiles, all other furniture in the living room should be in muted tones. You should not use bright decor or saturated colors. Then they will not distract attention from the main element in this room. The bed can be decorated with handmade blankets, beautiful and bright pillows. It is better to use dim light. They have additional shelves and a large bed. There is no hob or baking compartments - only one cooking compartment.
The Russian stove in the interior should look more modest. For finishing you can use artificial stone, porcelain stoneware, tiles. The strict design of the stove is in harmony with expensive furniture. Such designs should not have a hob or baking compartments. But the presence of a large bed is mandatory.
The main part of the stove is in the kitchen, and the combustion part is moved into the living room. The firebox part can be framed in marble if the interior of the living room matches or it can be made similar to a fireplace. In addition to it, you can install special sets for the fireplace: firewood, broom, dustpan, poker. In the immediate vicinity of it, you can put a beautiful carpet on the floor or install a soft and cozy sofa. However, we must not forget about fire safety rules. If the firebox is open, you need to install a protective mesh or glass.

The strict design of the stove harmonizes with expensive furniture

Installation in the kitchen

The choice of a Russian stove for the kitchen depends on the size of the room. If it is large, you can install a large stove that will be multifunctional:

baking compartment;
multi-plate hob;
compartment for dishes;
large bed for several people.

If you are choosing a design for a wooden house, it is better to give preference to the truly Russian style. The decor can be made in several ways: using building materials (plaster and paint) or traditional mud . Such designs will look harmonious and fill the kitchen with coziness and comfort.

The kitchen is the ideal place for this product

Features and nuances:

Do not install household appliances in close proximity to the stove. This may result in a fire.
The dining area should be located at a distance. Otherwise it will be very hot to be at the table.
The kitchen should be light and spacious. Therefore, if its dimensions are insufficient, it is better to abandon the idea of construction.
The Russian stove in the kitchen should not be overloaded with unnecessary decorative elements. She herself will act as a bright accent.
If this room is spacious enough, you can use bright decor on the stove. These can be decorations in the Russian style or tiles with beautiful designs.

Brick stove for a bath

You can make a brick stove for a bathhouse with your own hands.

Before you start laying a sauna stove with your own hands, you need to take measurements: the area of the sauna, the number of rooms, the location and dimensions of the future stove. Then it will be easier to calculate the cost, and installation will not be difficult.

Conclusion

A Russian stove in a country house is an opportunity to fill it with warmth and comfort. However, before its construction, everything needs to be carefully planned, especially if the construction will be carried out in a residential building.

Brings not only color, but also many possibilities

Pitfalls that you may encounter during construction:

This design will look harmonious only in rooms with a large area. Otherwise, there is a chance to turn the kitchen or living room into a room of aesthetic shame.
You should not flatter yourself with the hope that you can build such a structure yourself without construction skills. Here are a few examples of how one wrong step can ruin the entire creation. The chimney must be at a certain distance from the ridge, and depending on this, have a certain length. Otherwise, all the smoke and fumes will end up not in the chimney, but in your room. The foundation must be calculated to the smallest detail, otherwise you risk the integrity of your floor.
In view of this, construction should be trusted only to professionals. You can only choose the design of the stove and the availability of certain functionality.

Looks harmonious in rooms with a large area

A Russian stove in the house brings not only flavor, but also many possibilities, but only if it is built by professionals. Advantages of a Russian stove in the house:

Food cooked in the furnace cannot be compared in taste to any other. No restaurant in Russia will prepare such delicious pastries or other dishes for you.
If the stove is built correctly, it can heat not only the first floor of your house, but also the second and third. But only along the chimney pipe. However, the first floor, even in severe frost, will be warm.
A Russian stove will heat a room much faster than fireplaces, gas heating or any other.

If you are thinking about installing a stove in your home, plan everything carefully and think it over. Only the right approach to the construction of a Russian stove will give the expected result. The work should be entrusted to professionals who have experience in construction and know everything about the construction and installation features of such structures.

Construction of a brick kiln requires the correct choice of material and mortar for masonry. If it will be covered, you need to choose the right facing material and mortar that will hold the stone or mosaic.

How to choose a place for the stove

The stove can be installed in different places in the room, but its most optimal location would be to be built into the walls between adjacent rooms . In this case, with a small area of the house, you can get by with one heating structure, if the heat-transferring surface is proportional to the size of the rooms into which they open.

It is very important to correctly determine the location of the brick kiln.

It is not recommended to install the stove near the external wall of the house, as it will dry out much faster, and, in fact, it will be useless to “heat the street”.

The location chosen for construction must be carefully measured and some points taken into account:

The height of the ceiling of the room is important, since the brick stove must fit well into the space in terms of its height.
The foundation for the furnace must be 110÷120 mm larger than its base, and an area of suitable size must also be provided for it.
When laid upward, the chimney pipe should not collide with the floor beams or rafters of the roof structure.