Juniper panel: description and production

Juniper is a unique shrub, its cuts are actively used to decorate the interiors of baths. The material is easy to process, durable and has a unique aroma.

The juniper panel has an original look. When heated, the tree does not swell, does not lose its original density and elasticity. Juniper has a beneficial effect on the body. Among the positive effects are:

• activation of metabolism;
• oxygen saturation of the blood;
• increasing the elasticity of the capillaries;
• decrease in emotional stress.

Decorative panels fit perfectly into the interiors of steam rooms. They are hung on the wall, receiving a double benefit from this in the form of decorating the room and saturating the air with healing substances. The use of such decorative elements is appropriate not only in baths, but also in residential premises.

Under the influence of high temperature, substances with biological activity begin to be synthesized from wood, they are called phytoncides. They disinfect the air in the room, prevent the appearance of fungi and pathogens. A refreshing scent of pine needles is felt in the air, which has a positive effect on the respiratory system and the nervous system. It helps to strengthen the immune system, helps in the fight against respiratory ailments.

Since ancient times, healers have used juniper branches to fumigate rooms to disinfect the air and objects in them. This plant has been used to treat many diseases. It was believed that juniper groves accelerate the healing of the sick. A modern alternative to wellness sessions in nature is a visit to the bathhouse, decorated with a panel made of juniper cuts.

It is a board with a variety of subjects. Juniper trunks have a small diameter, their thickness is about 2 cm. During processing, the tree does not crack, so it is ideal for wall decoration. Other advantages include:

• beautiful texture;
• resistance to decay;
• ability to withstand high humidity and temperature.

A panel made of juniper cuts for a bath is best placed on the largest wall. You can hang it in front of the entrance. The location is not critical, be guided by your individual wishes. In any case, the panel will “work”, synthesize useful substances into the air.

It will decorate the steam room, add originality to the interior of the bath. Owners of luxury homes and commercial saunas consult with professional designers and architects when choosing where to place the panels. They are also guided by their recommendations when determining the size of the decorative board, the plot of the design.

There is nothing difficult in making a juniper panel with your own hands. Cuts of various thicknesses from 10 to 30 mm are made from the trunks of this plant. First you need to decide on the size. The cuts are attached to the base. It can be plywood or glued furniture boards, but the best option is cedar panels. Siberian cedar has many medicinal properties and becomes a good companion for junipers.

For fixing the cuts, glue is most often used. For 1 sq. m.approximately 1200 cuts are required. They are placed as tightly as possible to each other. The surface of the cuts is polished. Before applying the varnish, the wood is treated with linseed oil.

When creating a panel, you can combine cuts of various sizes and shades. It is recommended to use natural drying material, it retains its aroma for 10 years. The plots of juniper panels are diverse - there are plenty of original options. It can be an image of an animal or a cup of tea. Each decorative panel has an individual design and size.

For information on how to make a decor from juniper cuts with your own hands, see the next video.