Tula has been producing sauna stoves under the Vesuvius brand since 2004. The designers of this enterprise previously studied the best heating units of domestic and foreign production and created an original line of stoves that quickly gained popularity.
Traditionally, the company supplies the market with high-quality equipment with excellent technical characteristics, highly aesthetic appearance, safe to use and affordable.
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Design Features
The Vesuvius stove is the real “hot heart” of a Russian bath or Finnish sauna. It can become a powerful heat generator and a producer of useful dry or wet steam.
The oven is an all-welded convection type structure. The firebox is made of high-strength steel sheet 8 mm thick or cast iron and is designed using a special technology that allows the heat emanating from it to be evenly distributed around the perimeter of the room.
At the bottom there is a cast iron grate. The firebox door is made of cast iron, has a comfortable handle and a reliable lock. Between the metal casing and the firebox there is a container for storing stones, designed to hold a heavy mass. During the heating process, stones can heat up to 400 degrees.
The abbreviation added to the name helps to understand the design features of the stoves and the configuration of the model.
The letters mean the following:
- B - the stove has an external fuel channel, allowing it to be heated from an adjacent room;
- T - the furnace design has a heat exchanger;
- Ch - cast iron door;
- C - the stove door is equipped with durable fireproof glass;
- K - the stove is equipped with a heater grid;
- B — the kit includes a liquid tank;
- KV – convection-ventilated design;
- H - the chromium content in stainless steel is at least 18%.
Recommendations for use
The manufacturer of equipment for Vesuvius steam rooms prescribes recommendations for operating the device in the instructions for the models. You should familiarize yourself with them in advance and strictly follow them. This affects the service life of the device and the company’s warranty obligations. When working with company equipment, it is prohibited:
- Use peat, coke, gaseous and liquid materials as fuel. This does not comply with fire safety regulations. The combustion temperature may exceed that for which the device is designed.
- Firewood must not exceed the permissible dimensions of the firebox.
- Do not use the device if the tank is not filled with water.
- Install in residential areas for heating.
- The chimney can only be closed when the fire has completely gone out.
- Do not burn soot from the smoke duct.
- Make changes to the original design of the furnace.
Important! To prevent the destruction of cast iron, you should familiarize yourself with the rules for laying stones. You can water the stones for steam generation at a minimum interval of 5 minutes.
If these simple requirements are met, the company undertakes to eliminate all defects during the entire warranty period or replace the device free of charge.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of the brand’s stoves are the following:
- large firebox size;
- attractive appearance;
- possibility of adjusting convection using a damper;
- even a large mass of stones does not overload the collector;
- glass door with self-cleaning and cooling function;
- rounded corners, smooth surface;
- even with long-term use, the casing will not irritate the owner with crackling noises or other unpleasant sounds.
These units also have some disadvantages:
- the cost of some models exceeds 40 - 60 thousand rubles, but the main difference from the rest is the volume that the oven can heat;
- If you line the wood stove with brick (which is necessary), the top of the screen gets very hot.
Vesuvius sauna heaters are guaranteed to have a long service life. This is facilitated by a special silicon coating on the walls, which protects the structure from exposure to high temperatures and humid air in the steam room, as well as repeated temperature changes.
"Skif" - slowly, but surely
Reviews from numerous users confirm the reliability of the Vesuvius Skif bath heating products. Compared to “Rusich”, a larger number of stones are loaded into the stove design, because here, instead of a casing, a reinforced three-dimensional mesh was installed. The increased volume of stone mass reduces thermal radiation from the metal body of the stove. To fill the grid, it is preferable to choose stones such as: white quartz or crimson quartzite, jade or jadeite, serpentinite or serpentine.
Design features of the furnace:
- the firebox area is separated from the ash pan by a grate;
- The grate is designed to continuously supply air flow to maintain active combustion.
For example, the Vesuvius Skif 16 panorama model is equipped with an extended panoramic door. Cozy gatherings in the circle of such a stove are conducive to intimate conversations, and the design, which is not quick to warm up, retains heat in the room for a long time. The modification can withstand a mass of stones - 130 kg.
Professionals recommend installing “Vesuvius” in the wall adjacent to the steam room and guest room. A thoughtful installation allows you to add an elongated combustion chamber to the design. A special development will allow you to simultaneously warm up a steam room and a relaxation room.
Buyers are interested in the all-welded design of the Vesuvius 22 stove. A solid and reliable model creates a comfortable atmosphere in the steam room. The oven does not heat up quickly. It retains heat for a long time after the end of the kindling; the loading stone mass reaches 150 kg. Chimney of standard sizes - 115 mm.
Model range overview
offers customers several lines of bath stoves with some modification features:
Russian steam - durable units made of cast iron with an open or closed heater. The stoves operate in Russian bath mode, the steam is fine, dry and transparent.
President (Hurricane, Legend) - models with a cast-iron firebox, an enlarged heater grid and a closed heater module.
Rusich - made of especially durable boiler steel grade 09G2S 6-8 mm. The thickness of the top of the combustion chamber and the rear wall of the furnace has been increased to 8 mm, since these areas are the most thermally loaded.
Skiff - made of structural steel up to 8mm thick and has a minimum of welds. High-strength cast iron parts are used in areas exposed to high temperatures.
Classic is a classic stove with an open heater and a remote tunnel of increased length for simultaneous heating of the steam room and adjacent rooms. On the side of the rest room, the model is equipped with a large cast-iron door with glass.
Premium – elite and expensive stoves lined with natural stone.
Elite – models with an external tunnel designed for heating the steam room and adjacent rooms. On the firebox side, the stoves are equipped with a large fireplace door with glass.
Sensation - cast iron firebox with convector casing. This stove has a small heater, but will warm up the bathhouse faster.
Vertical - a type of units with an open heater, equipped with an additional chamber for burning previously generated gases that appear during smoldering fuel, double flame circulation technology has been introduced.
Sanduns are models with a cast iron firebox and a barrel-shaped heater, closed by a stainless steel heater and a funnel for supplying water to the closed heater. Conceptually, it is somewhat similar to the Geyser and Barrel furnaces from TMF, only made of cast iron.
All models have a long service life and are safe, which is confirmed by certificates of conformity and verified by numerous tests by the manufacturer and customers.
In addition to high technological characteristics, all Vesuvius brand furnaces have an aesthetic appearance. The design of the body can be selected to suit any interior and style of bath or sauna.
Advantages
The safe operation of furnaces is achieved by reliable bolted or welded connections of elements and assemblies.
The technological joints of the fireboxes are sealed with a ceramic seam (the products can withstand temperatures of 1200 °C without breaking the seal). Universal stove options are recommended for use in Russian or Finnish baths. The main advantages of Vesuvius stoves are described:
- ergonomic design;
- stylish design;
- increased efficiency - efficiency factor;
- specialized self-cleaning system;
- durable heat-resistant glass on the doors;
- increased fire safety.
The manufacturer launched 8 bath models on the market:
- "Rusich";
- "Scythian";
- "Vertical";
- "Lava";
- "Optimum";
- "Premium";
- "Russian steam";
- "Legend".
TOP 10 best models
Among the variety of Vesuvius stoves, there are models that have won the most flattering customer reviews and are especially popular.
Vesuvius PK-01 (270)
Cast iron stove with a power of 8 kW. Copes with a steam room volume of 120 1 cubic meters. Wall thickness is 12 mm. The door is made of cast iron and has a window made of heat-resistant glass. One stack of firewood is enough for 6-8 hours of work.
The design has an ash door, with which you can regulate the combustion of fuel. The set includes an ash drawer and a hob. The bottom of the firebox is made of three cast iron grates.
The model quickly heats the room, distributing heat evenly and maintaining it for a long time. Additionally, you can connect an electric fan, which provides accelerated heating.
Pros of the model:
- fast and uniform heating;
- cast iron body;
- hob included.
- Disadvantages include the need to keep the door open while lighting firewood.
Triumph 180
Sauna stove with stainless steel body. Power 9 kW. Suitable for heating rooms with a volume of up to 15 cubic meters. There is a connection to the water circuit, which allows you to provide heating throughout the house by circulating warm water.
The set includes a cast iron hob. The bolted connection of the two parts of the housing ensures 100% safety during use. One stack of firewood is enough for five hours of burning. Due to smoldering, the stove maintains heat for a long time. The flame level can be adjusted.
There is a “clean glass” system - the door is made of cast iron with a window made of heat-resistant glass. The package includes a convenient ash drawer.
Pros of the model:
- scratch-resistant housing;
- economical fuel consumption;
- rapid heating of rooms due to the water circuit.
- No cons found.
Vesuvius PC-01 (220)
Wood-burning stove for a closed type sauna with a stainless steel body. Power 9 kW, suitable for heating up to 15 cubic meters. The model has a beautiful appearance with ceramic side inserts and is quite compact.
The bottom of the firebox is a cast iron grate. Due to smoldering, the stove maintains heat for a long time. Equipped with two cast iron doors - for the firebox with a heat-resistant glass window and for the blower. The main one is equipped with a “clean glass” function. A convenient ash pan is included in the package.
Advantages of the model:
- convenient traction adjustment;
- Beautiful design;
- great power.
- Disadvantages - at medium boost, fuel consumption increases.
SKIF STANDARD 12 (DT-3)
Closed steel sauna stove. Power 12 kW, suitable for heating 14 cubic meters. The door is made of stainless steel and glass, with an openwork pattern. The length of the combustion tunnel is 25 centimeters, which is convenient for placing the firebox in an adjacent room.
The package includes a convenient ash drawer. Open type heater, holds up to 100 kg of stones. The firebox is made of cast iron; one load of firewood is enough for 4-5 hours of combustion. Long smoldering maintains heat, the stove does not burn oxygen, and heats the room to 90 degrees in one hour.
Advantages of the model:
- compactness and beautiful design;
- cast iron firebox.
Minuses:
- after two or three years of intensive use it often burns out;
- There are uneven seams on the body.
Lava 16 C
A closed-type steel sauna stove with a cast-iron firebox and a glass door. The heater is open, holds up to 40 kilograms. The thickness of the firebox walls is 12 mm. The furnace power is 12 kW, capable of heating up to 16 cubic meters. /m.
Firebox from an adjacent room is allowed. The chimney is standard, with a diameter of 11.5 centimeters, and is placed on top of the stove. The package includes an ash box. One bookmark is enough for 3 – 4 hours of burning. The door and bottom of the firebox are made of cast iron. The oven heats the room to 70-90 degrees in thirty minutes.
Advantages of the model:
- compact dimensions;
- convenient traction adjustment.
- Cons - according to users, it often burns out after 3-4 years of use.
LEGEND FORGING 16 (205)
Cast iron stove with a power of 11 kW. Copes with a volume of 18 cubic meters. The wall thickness of the model is 12 mm. The cast iron door with a window made of heat-resistant glass opens 90 degrees. One stack of firewood lasts for 5 hours.
The firebox consists of 3 elements, the joints are closed with a ceramic cord that can withstand heating up to 1200 degrees. To fix the parts together, a bolted connection is used, which ensures complete safety during operation. The heater is an open type, capable of holding up to 120 kg of stones. The combustion tunnel is 25 centimeters long.
Advantages of the model:
- high power;
- fast and uniform heating;
- spacious heater.
- Cons - the non-standard chimney diameter of 12 cm requires individual selection.
Legend Retro 24 (DT-4)
The oven is a closed type, with a cast iron firebox and a glass door. The body is coated with black heat-resistant paint. The thickness of the firebox walls is 10 mm. The furnace power is estimated at 12 kW, capable of heating up to 26 cubic meters. It is allowed to place the device in such a way that the firebox is carried out from an adjacent room.
The door is attached to the combustion tunnel with a bolt, so if necessary, it can be removed and replaced. The joint between the tunnel and the firebox is treated with a heat-resistant sealant that prevents smoke from penetrating into the dressing room. The package includes an ash pan that does not have a back wall, which makes cleaning easier.
Advantages of the model:
- compact dimensions;
- increased wall thickness;
- convenient traction adjustment.
- No shortcomings were identified in the model.
RUSICH ANTHRACITE 22 (DT-4)
A closed-type sauna stove with a body and firebox made of cast iron. The power of the device is 9 kW, suitable for heating up to 14 cubic meters. The model has a beautiful appearance and is quite compact. The body is painted with black heat-resistant paint, and the door has a patina. The thickness of the firebox walls is 8 mm.
The air heats the room to 70-90 degrees in just half an hour. Due to smoldering, the stove maintains heat for a long time. The flame level can be adjusted. The package includes a convenient ash drawer. A closed heater can hold up to 40 kilograms of stones. The combustion tunnel is 20 centimeters long. Allows you to place the door in an adjacent room.
Pros:
- body and firebox made of cast iron;
- economical fuel consumption;
- fast and uniform heating.
- The disadvantages of the model are that the stove cannot be placed in a steam room.
LEGEND FORGING 22 (270)
Cast iron stove with a power of 12 kW. Copes with heating a room with a volume of 24 cubic meters. Wall thickness is 12 mm. The glass door opens 90 degrees, cools quickly and is self-cleaning.
A 25 cm long combustion tunnel allows you to install a heating stove through an adjacent room. An open type heater made of structured metal strip can hold up to 180 kg.
Pros of the model:
- long combustion tunnel;
- spacious heater;
- uniform heating.
- Cons : heavy weight and dimensions.
LEGEND FORGING 22 (271)
Wood-burning stove of a closed type with a body and firebox made of cast iron, painted black with patina. Power 12 kW, suitable for heating steam rooms up to 24 cubic meters. The model is distinguished by its beautiful appearance and compactness.
The thickness of the firebox walls is 12 mm. The door is cast iron. The package includes an ash drawer without a back wall, which makes cleaning easier. An open type heater can hold up to 180 kg of stones.
Advantages of the model:
- Beautiful design;
- spacious heater;
- thick firebox walls.
- Cons - it is difficult to control combustion in the firebox due to the blind door.
Equipment Specifications
The maximum heating temperature of Vesuvius furnaces is 1200 degrees
The stove from the Vesuvius brand is distinguished by a system of pipes touching the firebox areas. They are placed so that when suctioned from the floor, cold air masses rise up and heat up. The manufacturer produces products with the following characteristics:
- wall thickness depending on the furnace zone - from 8 to 12 mm;
- air heating - from 60 to 150 degrees;
- long burning - from 7 to 8 hours after warming up;
- productivity - a small unit is capable of passing 4.5 m3 of air per minute;
- different steam room volumes – from 6 to 50 m3;
- combustion chamber volume – from 14 to 30 m2;
- maximum heating temperature of the product is 1200 degrees;
- standard chimney diameter is 115 mm;
- The depth of the firebox tunnel is 290 mm.
The models have a rounded shape, which promotes even distribution of heat throughout the room. The all-welded outer casing of plates is bolted together. For high-quality heating of stones, an external mesh or door is used. The manufacturer's warranty for the entire range of stoves is 35 years.
The Vesuvius Legend model is a reliable cast-iron version of a sauna stove. Design features and characteristics guarantee users increased efficiency - 80%. Cast iron options are characterized by accelerated heating of the room. The cast iron stove demonstrates resistance to temperature changes. Eliminating the slightest deformation at critical temperatures does not spoil the presentable appearance of the product.
The reliability of the stove is determined by the integrity of the seams. The volumetric mesh around the firebox holds 160 kg of material. With the same weight of the stove (160 kg), it is recommended to worry about a reinforced foundation. “Vesuvius Legend” lives up to its name and efficiently heats rooms from 10 to 28 cubic meters.
How to choose the right model
When purchasing a stove, you should consider the following parameters:
Housing material
Cast iron is more reliable and durable. Steel has less cost and weight.
Door
When choosing a glass door, it is important to ensure that it has a “clean glass” system.
Heater type
Open heats the room faster, but cools down just as quickly. This is an excellent option for rare use of the steam room. Closed heaters accumulate heat due to slow cooling; each time it takes less and less time to heat them up.
It is important to check the quality of the unit:
- the body does not have uneven seams;
- all parts are insulated;
- the door closes tightly;
- The heater is welded reliably, without chips or cracks.
For your information! The model with an open mesh heater, according to numerous customer reviews, looks good in appearance, but is not so good in operation. If you deviate from the instructions, the steam from the stones will be unpleasant: damp and heavy.
The range of Rusich stoves has incorporated the experience and findings of professionals in the niche of bath heating equipment. The performance of the devices is surprisingly combined with thoughtful design. Some closed structures are equipped with glass doors.
According to reasonable consumer estimates, Vesuvius Rusich stoves are recognized as the most productive devices for accelerated heating of the bath. The models are equipped with large, ventilated, open-type heaters, and this design feature allows the stones to be quickly heated from all sides in a short period of time.
Furnace installation rules
Before installing the stove in the steam room, you need to take care of the base. You can use metal sheets or fireclay bricks laid with special heat-resistant clay. Sheets covered with tiles, as well as metal with a heat-insulating base, are suitable.
It is also advisable to take care of additional fencing of the heater using basalt wool. Apothecary stone has not only heat resistance, but also healing properties as a fencing; it helps in the treatment of pain in joints and muscles, and is also effective in the fight against migraines.
To create a classic Russian bathhouse, you need to completely surround the stove with a brick wall. This will create a special protective screen.
A protective screen must be made for several reasons:
- the screen will make the heat from the stove less harsh;
- the stove will last much longer, since the temperature of the metal walls will decrease and they will not burn out;
- Thanks to the intense air flows inside the screen, the bathhouse will retain heat well.
Instead of brick, you can make a metal screen. But it is worth considering that such protection will create too high a temperature in the steam room.
When the stove is located in a steam room, the tank is invariably placed in the washing compartment. A samovar-type heat exchanger is used, which does not allow heat to escape through the chimney pipe, but is used to heat water. This double action increases the efficiency of the Vesuvius furnace.
Expert opinion
Lovkachev Boris Petrovich
Bath master who knows everything about steaming
For your information! Some bath attendants modernize the Legend stove from the Vesuvius series by cutting the wire frame and making the lining half a brick. In this case, upper and lower doors are provided, but the stones are placed only on top.
Equipment of Vesuvius furnaces with water tanks
Stoves without tanks for heating water are usually available for sale.
But the Vesuvius company produces various options for special containers, and the buyer can choose one of them:
Rectangular shape . They are divided into those that are mounted on a pipe (with a capacity of 50 to 80 liters) and mounted structures (from 60 to 125 liters).
Oval . They are attached to the pipe, cut into the contour, and placed vertically or horizontally. The displacement of these models is from 55 to 90.
Round and flat heat exchangers (from 6 to 12 liters) . Connected to the water supply system or included in the heating circuit.
Reviews
The quality of Vesuvius stoves depends on the model and compliance with operating rules. Skif class models are a budget option. They require careful handling and periodic maintenance. Cast iron stoves “Legend” are highly resistant to temperature changes. Let's consider the reviews.
Banshchikov Zakhar, 53 years old, Moscow.
I have a stove installed - a Vesuvius Legend fireplace made of cast iron. It's been standing for three years now. There were no changes in it during use. Once a year I paint the grille to prevent rust. Heat for a long time. There are no other complaints.
Kravtsov Ilya, 30 years old, Kamyshin.
I bought a Skif stove. It burned out after a year and a half of operation in two places.
Bondarenko Roman, 30 years old Nizhny Novgorod.
Vesuvius "Skif" 28. They provide a two-year guarantee. In the third year, three walls burned through. You can't lay it with bricks. The walls are warped by the waves. The far support burned out. The unit is only suitable for waste.
Problems with holes forming in the stove body may be due to improper placement of stones. A dense, mosaic distribution of stones without ventilation leads to the formation of holes in the walls of the body. The second cause of the problem is frequent watering of stones with water in order to create a steam cloud. The interval between watering should be five minutes. Otherwise, frequent changes in temperature and humidity lead to the destruction of the cast iron material.
Reviews about Vesuvius sauna stoves are different. The quality of the model depends on the material from which it is made and the nuances of operation. The cheapest models of the “Skif” line are considered the “weakest” in the line. These are simple units. They are suitable for those who rarely heat the bathhouse and do not bring it to high temperatures.
How long the stove will last depends on the installation. Incorrect installation can reduce the service life of the system several times.
FAQ
The first time I lit the stove outside. Smoke was coming from the portal box through the cracks. Should these gaps be sealed with heat-resistant sealant before final installation, or will the chimney not smoke under the hood?
During the combustion process, with a warm chimney and good draft, it should not smoke, but during ignition, smoke may break out (depending on the weather outside). If you don’t want to smell the real aroma of a Russian bath, it’s better to close it up.
The glass on the door of the Vesuvius Skif oven cracked. Is it possible to install fireproof glass from an old electric stove?
No. Glass removed from an electric stove will not work: its heat resistance is only 320 degrees, but you need 1200 degrees or more in the oven. You need to purchase something special for stoves and fireplaces.
Vesuvius - sauna stoves with a twist and water tanks for them
In one of our materials we talked about cast iron stoves for the Karelia bathhouse. Today we decided to return to the topic of sauna stoves and introduce our readers to the products of the Litkom enterprise, which it produces under the Vesuvius brand.
The Vesuvius line of Litkom stoves appeared as a result of the company’s specialists studying the most popular models from Finnish and Russian manufacturers. The model range of this brand is constantly expanding, since the manufacturer, improving its production capabilities, strives to fully satisfy the needs of bathhouse owners and lovers of bathing procedures.
Litkom produces not only sauna stoves. Customers are also offered a large selection of heating units for the home, chimneys with components for them, heat exchangers, water tanks, and accessories for stoves. Such an abundance of products provides customers with the opportunity to improve, as necessary, the units they already have or purchase new units to replace outdated or damaged ones, while remaining within a single brand.
"Vesuvius Premium" - justified expectations
The line of premium class sauna stoves includes modifications of 2 models - “Vesuvius Elite” (22 or 26) and “Russian Steam”. (they look alike in appearance). Grateful user reviews confirm the improved performance of the products when heating the air mass to 140 °C in rooms of 22 cubic meters. An important advantage of ovens is that the doors are equipped with reliable heat-resistant glass.
Wood briquettes, pallets or dried firewood are considered the best fuel option. The stylish design with an attractive coil lining is complemented by reliable damping of harsh thermal radiation from metal surfaces.
conclusions
Despite the negative reviews, it cannot be said that all stoves are of low quality. When choosing a sauna stove, it makes sense to look into a store with an “understanding person” so that you don’t bite your elbows after the purchase.
If you are limited in funds, but want to buy a stove with thick walls (8-10 mm), then you can take a closer look at stoves. Despite the fact that Zhara stoves are made of pipes and look like a steam locomotive, they are quite reliable. After covering the stove with brick, everything looks quite aesthetically pleasing.
If you have a piece of pipe of suitable diameter and a welding machine, you can make a sauna stove yourself.
If you are willing to pay for quality, check out Finnish-made stoves.
Handmade production
To create a heat exchanger with your own hands, you need to stock up on metal sheets with a thickness of 2.5 mm or more. To equip a sauna stove with such a device, you will need the following set:
- tank built into the unit;
- water tank;
- pipes for connecting containers.
It follows that the heat exchanger for a heating device consists of two parts: an upper cylinder and a lower rectangle.
Having previously cut the metal blanks, they are welded. In this case, you need to try to connect the parts with the smallest gap. After the tanks are manufactured, the system is assembled. The choice of pipe diameter depends on the area of the room that will be heated. The length of the connection elements is no less important. The shorter the pipes, the higher the efficiency of the heat exchanger for a sauna stove.
Final assembly involves the following steps:
- A pipe is welded to the bottom of the apparatus.
- Through its hole, water is poured into a tank built into the stove.
- The rolled metal product is welded to the top of the heat exchanger.
The device is ready. The quality of all welding work can be checked using high pressure. To do this, you need a source of compressed air connected to the constructed system. If no leaks occur, then everything was done correctly. Otherwise, you will have to get rid of defects made during manufacturing.
A heat exchanger is a device that can be put into operation if it only heats water in a bathhouse. In the case of a full introduction of the unit into the heating system, it is necessary to take care of high-quality insulation of the room.
