Tiled stoves: time-tested luxury (20 photos)

The Russian stove is a unique and self-sufficient phenomenon both in culture and in the domestic aspect. The Russian tiled stove initially consisted of a hearth on which food was prepared, and a sunbed where one could relax. In modern apartments, these attributes are much more compact, but no less functional and spectacular.

The great history of the Russian hearth

The Russian stove has always been universal. For our great-grandfathers, it served as a hearth, and a heating device, and a stove, and a bedroom, and simply an integral decor in the house.

The earliest types of stoves were decorated with terracotta tiles. Then the heating systems were decorated with self-supporting tiles, which gave rise to the term “tiled stove”, where the original elements were the main building and finishing material.

XVII century - the heyday of tiled stove art in the Russian state. The Moscow Kremlin, the Trinity-Sergius Lavra, many monasteries and temples became centers where glazed tiles adorned all the free space.

In the XVIII century, Peter I officially banned the construction of "black" furnaces, persuading the Russian people to erect fireproof heating structures. The ruler, especially attracted to European culture, launched the production of "Dutch" tiles of snow-white tiled trim with cobalt painting.

Technological advances drove furnaces out of their homes. Tiled stoves and fireplaces began to gain popularity only in the last few years. They are not so loaded in terms of functionality, but they look simply amazing as a decorative element.

How is the tile

Tiles are three-dimensional products, which significantly distinguishes them from heat-resistant ceramic tiles. On the one hand, they are equipped with a rumba - this is a box with holes, which together with the wire are a specific mounting system. In the process of masonry, the master will be able to connect all the elements together in a single design.

Thus, an “air cushion” is formed behind the decorative cladding cloth. Against the background of increased thermal inertia of the furnace device, more fuel consumption is also observed.
Hot air completely fills the free space under the tiles. This allows for an even distribution of heat over the entire area of ​​the heating installation. It is noteworthy that the surface of the tile does not glow to an unsafe state. It is impossible to get burned when touched.

Manufacturing nuances

The technology for creating such a spectacular cladding is quite complicated. Especially when it comes to exclusive designer compositions. A sculptor or artist initially carefully paints all the details.

When the sketch is ready, the moulder (gypsum moulder) makes molds or clichés for shaped tiled products. Casts are filled with clay. Usually, the best types of chamotte clay composition are used for these purposes.

Tiles are required time is maintained in drying chambers with the set temperature and humidity conditions. This is followed by treatment in an electric furnace. Products are fired by means of relatively high temperatures.

After the first firing, the products do not look very aesthetically pleasing.Masters call them scrap. Carvers adjust the edges of the product, improve the basic relief. The master processes clay or covers with special compositions of glaze. Now the tile for the fireplace and stove is ready for secondary firing, which will set the desired color.

Masters who have received a background color often do not stop there. The surface can be processed 3-5, or even more times. It all depends on how complex the ornament will adorn the surface of the tiled elements.

Finishing samples of modern heating devices

Today in a modern interior you can find tiled fireplaces and stove devices decorated with luxurious tiles. Increasingly, designers use a tiled stove with a sauna stove as the main decorative element in saunas or bathhouses. Consider the main options in more detail.

Russian stove

Furnace devices usually have a tremendous ability to accumulate heat, giving it up extremely long. The properties of the furnace directly depend on the area of ​​the structure. The larger the heating web, the warmer it will be in the room.

Tiled stoves are good because they can be used all year round: in winter and in summer. In addition, the laying of tiled stoves implies complete environmental friendliness. Such devices are efficient, durable and economical.

Modern designs are designed to consume minimal fuel. At the same time, there are universal models that can work both on wood, that is, renewable biological fuel, and on other alternative energy sources.

Fireplace

In the interior of a modern country mansion or a comfortable country house, a fireplace is more common than a stove. This element represents homeliness, gives the whole room a special charm, respectability and sophistication. Tiled fireplaces are the height of sophistication and elaborate gloss.

There are two main types of fireplaces:

• With an open firebox;
• With a closed firebox.

The first option is represented by a furnace chamber, designed in the form of a niche. It is laid out with fireclay bricks and refractory decoration materials. Open type fireplaces work due to radiant heat energy.

It is worth mentioning the fact that the use of tiles increases only the aesthetic characteristics of the fireplace. Due to the design features of this heating device, the operational properties of the tiles here are of little use.

Closed fireplaces are considered more functional. Firewood is consumed rationally, and the efficiency of some modern designs is above 80%.

The main working element of such heating devices is a cast-iron chamber (sometimes it is made of steel) and a glass door. In this case, tile tiles for the oven can be used.

Special design qualities

Tiled design in the traditional native Russian style is used today. However, there are many different variations in style and presentation.

The following options are considered the most popular traditional solutions:

• Plant patterns consisting of leaves and flowers or whole inflorescences;
• Ornaments used in a specific region;
• Complex relief patterns;
• Storyline compositions on historical topics, festive trends or stories about epics and fairy tales.

Rich decor, exuding Old Russian flavor, is chosen less often. Still, such a striking attribute does not always look organically against the background of modern interior design. More concise options are much more appropriate.

Stylistics of modern tiled fireplaces

The native style of stoves with tiles is Russian ethnic. However, a harmonious design, good quality materials, the thoughtful design of the heating device itself allow you to create amazing design installations of various stylistic directions.

Particularly popular stylistic concepts:

• Baroque;
• Modern;
• Panel compositions;
• Eastern motives;
• Art Nouveau;
• Ecological loft;
• European country.

The "homeland" of the finishing material also largely influences the stylistic presentation. Tiles from the town of Delphi are traditionally decorated with cobalt painting. The Flemish school is characterized by the use of blue and chocolate ornaments on a white or ivory canvas.

Dutch graphics, which was complemented by interesting French motifs, were distinguished by a particularly elegant and sophisticated Provencal watercolor. The English fireplaces were revetted only by means of the original British symbolism. And today, these motifs can freely use this attribute, creating an aristocratic "purely British" interior.

Types of tiled elements

Terracotta and majolica products are distinguished by the type of front surface. In the first case we are talking about unglazed tiles. Majolica elements glaze, acquiring a special shine and color. Particularly elegant look stove devices and fireplace portals, decorated with porcelain tiles or faience items.

According to the type and format of laying, the following types are distinguished:

• Basement;
• Shaped;
• Corner
• Flat;
• Cornice.

Usually at least 2-3 different types of finishing materials are required to finish a stove or fireplace. So corner elements allow you to fix the sharp edges of the fireplace. Shaped tiles are suitable for finishing smooth paintings. By means of cornice elements, complex decorative elements of a stove or fireplace portal are formed.

Secrets of Masters

It should be understood that tiles are not used on the same principle as tiles. With the help of a rump and wire, the elements are fixed to the furnace bed directly during the construction of this structure. Thus, the finished heater is in a “tiled box”.

Any place for installing a heating device with tiles can be chosen. This can be the center of a straight wall, or a nook in the room. Fireplace portals look spectacular in the center, in the middle of the wall, but it is better to place the stove in the corner.

Tiles - it is original and original, practical and stylish. The original lining contributes to the long life of the furnace. With this design, you can not be afraid that thermal overloads will occur, leading to overstrain of the internal masonry. An effective and practical way to ennoble the stove surface will appeal to everyone, without exception.