Do-it-yourself budget bathroom and toilet renovation

To revive the interior in the bathroom, there are many ways. In the process of repairing the toilet, you can add interesting details with your own hands. In this article, we will talk about some transformation techniques that will help in the design of the space.

If it is only about ideas, look at as many photos as possible. Before starting the repair, it is desirable to represent the final result as accurately as possible. Although some of them will still change. If your toilet is already ready for renovation, you can use the following plan.

1. Deciding on wall decoration (plastic panels, PVC, wallpaper or tiles)
2. Choosing how to hide pipes
3. We decide whether a closet is needed, where it will be located
4. Choosing a toilet
5. Check out this year's trends

These are the main steps. Read about each of them with photo examples here - use the sign for quick navigation. And now - cool ideas as such, so that you can pick up something interesting and useful.

Yes, paintings. Many may say that this is a very so-so idea for a renovation. But nevertheless practice takes place. The classic design option is a golden frame on a background of red walls.

For each style, you can choose a suitable picture that will effectively decorate the room. The frame of the product must also comply with the overall concept.

The tone of the walls continues in the painting.

The massive white frame sets off the active background and matches the color of the sanitary ware.

Floral motifs on the wall echo the decorative flowers.

The bright pattern harmonizes in color with textiles and hanging baskets.

Pratika shows that most prefer to have built-in lights or something else inconspicuous in the toilet. But you can, on the contrary, make lighting part of the design! The modern design white chandelier is matched with the shade of the floor, the toilet bowl and the sink against the wood grain background.

The chandelier is quite massive for this bathroom and attracts attention. Let's cut the jokes!

Decoration in New Year's style. The filling of the niche can be changed, depending on the mood.

An unpretentious composition against the background of wooden plates - a wreath of dried flowers and decor in the form of a dried fish. The idea is easy to bring to life, and its implementation with your own hands will not take strength at all.

Antique forms complement the marble walls.

Red and white interior in country style for Valentine's Day. Anyone can do this design.

Candles can replace the main light in the evening.

The accent tone of the stylized bird and the organic shapes of the lamps break the austerity of the interior.

Open shelves look spectacular only if order reigns on them.

The wooden texture of the shelves is combined with the material of the cabinet. Three primary colors look great in a single space.

A capacious shelf is formed by the upper side of the installation box.

In a small bathroom or in a room with bright wall decoration, avoid piling up furniture, choose a concise form of plumbing.

The hanging toilet with installation looks compact, without unnecessary details.

Choose plumbing in the same range, especially if the room is miniature.

When choosing an active pattern for the walls, give up hanging cabinets in the toilet.

Suspended toilet bowl with installation in a bathroom with an area of ​​0.7 sq. m.

A minimum of items in a combined bathroom with an area of ​​1 sq. m. This was the main idea of ​​​​repair: we do everything simply, concisely, and most importantly - cheaply and with our own hands.Collections of tiles have long been selected by designers in salons.

No, really. You can find anything on the market these days. So why not be creative when choosing plumbing during repairs? The black sanitary ware collection looks unusual and blends with the decoration of the space. The interior is also complemented by a painting in a black frame and a spectacular vase. The sinuous branches in the vase are similar in shape to a water heater.

Toilet bowl and sink in the form of truncated and inverted cones. The prospect of a sea pier and the futuristic form of plumbing in the interior look interesting and stylish.

Plumbing in vintage style.

Mirror reflections distort the perception of real geometry. This is not the most popular technique when repairing a toilet with your own hands; many simply do not perceive this idea in such an intimate room. But this effect allows you to visually expand the boundaries of small rooms.

The mirror makes the room not so narrow (visually).

The article is addressed to those who are going to repair the toilet with their own hands, but have no experience. I will talk about the most popular and affordable finishes and offer a step-by-step algorithm of work. You just need to follow my recommendations to get a quality result.

The photo shows an example of how you can do the work yourself.

Even in a small area, you can create a comfortable and attractive environment.

Repairing a toilet is both simple and complex. Simple because the amount of work is small due to the small area, and complex for the reason that, due to lack of space, everything needs to be carefully thought out.

All work can be divided into 10 stages:

1. Development of the future interior;
2. Acquisition of necessary materials and tools;
3. Dismantling of old plumbing and decoration;
4. Replacing communications and laying new ones (if necessary);
5. Construction of a box for masking pipes;
6. Floor covering device;
7. Wall decoration;
8. Ceiling decoration;
9. Installation of plumbing and other equipment;
10. Door installation.

To get a neat bathroom, you will have to carry out a number of works.

You don’t need to think about where to start work, since the first thing you need to think about is the layout and decoration.

To do this, you need to do the following:

• Measure the area that you have at your disposal. This is the main aspect that determines what you can put and how to arrange the elements.. Unfortunately, most often there is very little space and you have to adapt to the circumstances, and not come up with interesting solutions;
• Determine what equipment will be installed. If there is very little space, then most often only the toilet is placed. If there is more space, then you can add a washbasin, bidet or even a urinal, it all depends on your wishes;

Equipment installation standards: from the center of the toilet bowl to the wall should be at least 40 cm, the sink should be located at a distance of at least 30 cm;

It is important to position the plumbing correctly

• An excellent solution can be a hanging toilet. It does not take up space on the floor, but you will have to attach a metal frame to the wall, which will take about 10 cm of space. This option looks very attractive, but it is much more difficult to install, this must also be taken into account;

Hanging toilet - an interesting solution for small spaces

• The color scheme should be in soothing colors. You should not use bright colors and colorful finishes, in the bathroom it does not look the best way. You can look at design ideas on the Internet, there are a lot of examples, and anyone will find an option to their liking.

There are many options, find the one that you like and that you can implement

After you have decided on an approximate design, you can proceed to the selection and purchase of materials.You should take measurements of the area of ​​​​the floor, ceiling and walls in advance in order to quickly calculate the estimated costs for a particular finish option.

First, let's figure out what can be put on the floor:

• Ceramic tiles are the most popular solution. There are a huge number of types on sale, so there will be no problems with the choice. If you need a cheap option, then I will give you a little advice: look for non-standard in stores, it is inexpensive, and due to the small volume, you can choose good ceramics. Most often, the marriage is not visible, but you can save very well;

Tiles are a great solution, the material looks good and is not afraid of moisture and cleaning products.

• Self-leveling floor is a relatively new solution that is great for a bathroom. The coating is not cheap, but due to the fact that the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room is small, the cost of its installation will be only slightly higher than when using ceramics. In addition, this option can be implemented with your own hands, which is also important.

Such coatings can simulate a variety of images.

For walls, you can use the following options:

• Ceramic tile. On the walls, you can create patterns or even paintings from ceramics. For the most demanding, a mosaic is suitable, a very spectacular, but also quite expensive coating;

Tiles are great for walls too.

• Budget finishing option - PVC panels. They cost a little, but they also look much worse than the same tile. But if you need to do it cheaply and reliably, then this solution will come in handy;

PVC panels are good for toilets

• You can even stick wallpaper on the walls. You need to choose moisture resistant options. I would recommend using glass wallpaper, as they can be repainted. That is, you can easily carry out cosmetic repairs and refresh the room in the future, simply by changing the color of the walls.

Wallpaper allows you to create a very original environment

As for the ceiling, it is easiest to implement one of two options with your own hands:

• Fastening of plastic panels. On the ceiling, they look good and are inexpensive. You can choose a more expensive option - rack metal ceilings. They look presentable and in installation almost do not differ from plastic;

This option looks good.

• You can simply putty the surface and paint it. If the ceiling is curved, it is easier to build a frame and fix moisture-resistant drywall. So you get an even base, which must be puttied with a thin layer and painted.

The color of the ceiling is matched to the rest of the finish

As for the tool, its list depends on the selected finishing materials. Below I will indicate the list of fixtures where necessary.

It is worth starting work by removing everything unnecessary. The process is simple, but requires a lot of effort and a significant investment of time.

The sequence of work is as follows:

• First of all, the old plumbing is removed. Most often, you just need to remove the corrugation from the toilet. If you have old equipment, you will have to break the cement that usually strengthened the joints;

You can temporarily install a new toilet to use the bathroom

• On the floor, most often, there is an old tile, which is very firmly held. You can knock it down with a hammer and a chisel, or with a perforator. The process is dusty and noisy, so it is better to work during the daytime;

Removing old tiles is a tedious job

• If there are tiles on the walls, then it is removed in the same way as from the floor. If the surface is covered with wallpaper, they must be soaked and removed. Painted surfaces may not be cleaned if the paint adheres to them firmly. The exception is oil compositions, they must be removed, it is best to use a special wash for work;

Everything that does not hold well is removed from the walls

• If there is whitewash on the ceiling, then it must be soaked with water and removed with a spatula. Painted surfaces are inspected, only damaged areas can be removed.

At this stage, the following work is performed:

• If the old riser does not inspire confidence, then it is advisable to replace it with a new plastic one. Most often, you have to change the area from floor to ceiling. Adapters are placed on the joints, and the structure itself is easily assembled from the components of the configuration you need;

The riser is attached to special clamps

• If you need to lay pipes around the room, it is best to hide them in strobes. Communications may be needed if you put a sink and bidet or bought a toilet with a bidet. It is important to think over the correct location of the conclusions so that everything is convenient. Even if it is not necessary to lay pipes in new places, it is advisable to replace old steel communications with new plastic ones;

Pipes are best hidden in the wall

• Do not forget about laying the wiring to the lamps and the fan, if any. It is also better to hide them in strobes.

To hide sewer pipes, you need to build a box. If the riser goes in the corner, then only this part of the room is closed, and if in the middle, then it is easier to make a partition and sew up the entire space behind the toilet.

The work instructions are simple:

• For the frame, we will use metal profiles for drywall. Guide elements are attached along the walls, and the structure forms the main profile;
• First, the structure is marked, vertical lines are drawn along the walls using a level or plumb line, the outlines of the future box are drawn on the floor and ceiling;

For marking accuracy, you can use a square

• A wall profile is fixed along the perimeter of the future structure. To do this, holes are drilled in the walls for fast mounting dowels with a diameter of 6 mm;

Guide elements define the contour of the future design

• Then the frame is attached, for this the main profiles are used. To give the structure rigidity, it is reinforced with ribs, which are located after 40-50 cm;

The frame must be rigid

• Lastly, moisture-resistant drywall is fastened. It is cut into pieces of the required size and fixed with special self-tapping screws with a fine pitch.

When carrying out the sheathing, do not forget to leave an opening for installing the door to check the condition of the equipment and take readings from the meters.

The hatch will be inserted after finishing

We will start from this part of the room. First, let's figure out how a ceramic floor is made. To work, we need a certain set of materials and tools listed in the table.

Organizing a budget bathroom renovation with your own hands is a doable task. The right strategy when choosing finishing materials and a clear idea of ​​​​the progress of work will allow even with a modest budget to transform the bathroom without sacrificing quality.

Good planning is the first step towards a successful completion. Most of the work in the bathroom with a budget repair can be done by hand. Removing old coatings, dismantling plumbing or painting can be done even by a novice master.

But if experience in tiling walls is not enough, you should think about inviting specialists to individual areas of bathroom renovation. Do not overestimate your strengths and capabilities. Sometimes reworking your own mistakes will cost more than inviting the master initially.

When the bathroom renovation work is distributed, they move on to the choice of finishing materials. It is better to refuse well-known imported brands. A significant part of the cost is a fee for the brand, which, with a budget repair option, looks inappropriate. The cheapness of Chinese goods is also not the best option.

This applies to both finishing materials for the bathroom and plumbing. The combination of reasonable cost and good quality is a distinctive feature of the products offered.

An important condition for a qualitative result when carrying out budget repairs with your own hands is compliance with the technological process. If any stage of the work is in doubt, listen to the recommendations of experts, improvisation is inappropriate.

Redevelopment of the bathroom automatically increases the repair estimate at times, so there is no need to talk about the budget option. Leave your ideas for moving walls or plumbing to another place until better times, when there will be no financial constraints.

The amount of preparatory work to remove the old lining depends on the choice of new materials. Sometimes this step can be avoided. Mandatory dismantling of plumbing is required if it is planned to replace it.

An economical bathroom renovation includes several options for wall decoration:

• staining;
• installation of PVC panels;
• wallpapering, including self-adhesive film;
• facing with tiles from the budget segment.

Each method has undoubted advantages and some negative points.

Wall covering with paint is the leader among economical finishing options due to its ease of execution and low cost. A competent approach when choosing paint and high-quality wall preparation is the beginning of the path to success.

A project where the areas near the sink and bathtub are lined with inexpensive tiles or moisture-resistant PVC panels is characterized by greater efficiency.

Moisture resistance and antibacterial properties are prerequisites when buying paint, otherwise it will not be possible to avoid the development of fungus and peeling of the coating in the bathroom. High performance characteristics against the background of budgetary cost are inherent in paints:

The absence of a pungent odor is a definite plus of water-based formulations, and silicone paints perfectly perform the function of a hydrobarrier. It is better to refuse the use of oil mixtures. After a short time after the repair, the walls of the bathroom will be covered with cracks.

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When renovating a bathroom economically, keep in mind that paints with an attractive glossy effect accentuate any irregularities in the walls and make any imperfections more visible. Therefore, careful alignment of the walls is necessary. The advantage of gloss is the ability to visually enlarge the space of a small bathroom.

Often, during renovations, it is necessary to remove the old paint coating from the walls of the bathroom. You can do this in several ways:

• use a drill with a special grinding nozzle;
• purchase a liquid for removing paint; in the process, you will also need a spatula and a scraper;
• use thermal methods, when the old coating is heated with a building hair dryer or burner, and the swollen paint is scraped off with a spatula.

Naturally, at the end of the removal process and before the start of staining, the whole range of measures is carried out: sealing cracks, eliminating protrusions, priming.

In the photo, a bathroom with a budget renovation with your own hands:

You can repair the walls of the bathroom with PVC panels. At a cost, this will cost a little more than buying paint, but the method has two distinct advantages:

• The appearance of the bathroom after a budget renovation using PVC panels, in terms of design, is incomparably better.
• No extensive preparation of the wall surface is required.

The process of mounting panels does not contain complex steps and is available for do-it-yourself. After calculating the need for the material, the formation of the crate is carried out. For these purposes, plastic profiles with clips are used. For economical bathroom renovation, wooden slats are also suitable. Pre-impregnation of the material with antiseptics will protect the slats from high moisture.

It has the right to exist and the option of repairing a bathroom using wallpaper, the main thing is to choose moisture-resistant products. The work is being carried out at a fast pace, the removal of the old coating is not required in all cases.There are 3 main types of wallpaper designed for use in the bathroom:

• Vinyl with non-woven base. The price is quite high, the repair will require the purchase of special glue, which is not always advisable in an economy project. But high performance is the basis of popularity among consumers.
• Washable. Compared to vinyl copies, they are less practical, the cost of the product is correspondingly lower.

High quality and attractive appearance of self-adhesives are accompanied by 3 negative points:

• The rather high cost of the product, which may not fit into the budget repair estimate.
• Bathroom walls require careful preparation, as any flaw under self-adhesive wallpaper will be extremely noticeable.
• Pretty complicated application process. The painstaking process takes much longer than standard pasting.

The following photo shows a bath economy repair:

Budget repairs also involve the use of tiles in wall cladding. The main thing is to choose an inexpensive product with decent quality. Solution advantages:

• the material is resistant to temperature extremes;
• not afraid of high humidity, withstands prolonged contact with water;
• washes well;
• resistant to mechanical damage.

The following negative points can become an obstacle to using the bathroom during budget repairs:

• additionally, you need to purchase a mixture for fixing to the wall and a grout;
• walls with old paint need to be prepared, the coating must be removed;
• the process requires a certain amount of experience and not everyone can do it on their own, inviting a master will increase the repair estimate;
• It takes more time for lining than when pasting wallpaper or painting.

The best option when renovating a bathroom with a budget project is to combine cladding. The area near the bath and sink is tiled, and for those less exposed to water, a simpler and more economical method of coating is chosen.

The amount of work on the budget finishing of the ceiling depends on its initial state. It is enough to cover a flat surface with water-based paint or whitewash. A simple and quick process can be done by hand. It is recommended to remove a significant curvature or mask the communications of the bathroom with a suspended structure. Rack elements or PVC panels are suitable as a material.

The main advantages of the choice:

• affordable price segment;
• simple lining procedure;
• does not require perfect surface preparation of the bathroom ceiling;
• successfully mask wires and pipes;
• Possibility of installation of built-in lamps.

The result of the budget repair is shown in the photo:

The finishing option depends on the renovation estimate and the condition of the old bathroom flooring. Sometimes just refreshing the look of a tile is enough. To do this, you will need to remove the grout and pick up a new one that matches the color of the tile.

It is quite simple and cheap to lay linoleum, but this measure will be temporary. The increased level of humidity in the bathroom provokes the development of mold on the linoleum.

Greater practicality in the repair of the bathroom has a tile, even if it is a budget cost. Facing is carried out without dismantling the old tiles. The cost of labor and time will require a screed. To repair the bathroom floor, choose a tile with a rough texture to avoid slipping and not cause injury.

With an extremely limited budget, the most economical option is to purchase a large rubber mat that will cover the free space of the bathroom floor as much as possible.It can be changed much more often than any stationary coating, and a fresh look of the interior at minimal cost will be provided.

Replacement of plumbing in the case of budget repairs is not always carried out. Sometimes they stop at the option of restoring the bath. There are several ways to update:

• The inner surface is treated with a two-component polyester enamel. Most budget friendly.
• Restoration with liquid acrylic is characterized by greater durability and cost.
• Sometimes both methods are unacceptable due to the deplorable state of the bath. An acrylic tab will save the situation, the fixation of which is carried out with a sealant.

Each of the methods still implies financial costs, although they will be incomparably lower than the purchase of a new bowl.

If a budget repair involves the purchase of new plumbing in the bathroom, consider the following options:

• acrylic container. Located at the bottom of the price segment. Easy installation and easy maintenance are the key advantages of the product for the bathroom. A short service life and instability before mechanical damage are the main negative features.
• Cast iron is characterized by greater practicality. The cost is higher than acrylic counterparts.
• Steel bathtubs in their characteristics are between acrylic and cast iron products.
• If the presence in the bathroom of the bath itself is not important, you can think about installing a shower cabin. But the repair will already go beyond the budget.

When replacing sinks in the bathroom, choose between hook-on or stem-mounted equipment. The first option is more budgetary, the second has more aesthetics, as it successfully masks communications. The nuances of choosing plumbing and the preference of a domestic manufacturer were discussed in the first section.

To embellish the interior of the bathroom after a budget repair, small trifles can. An original curtain, decorative stickers and new accessories will enliven the design of the room. Communications are not left open, they will spoil the result of even the most expensive bathroom renovation. A budget way to quickly hide the functional elements of the decor is to form a plastic box. It will take a little time and costs, but the result will be obvious.

Usually, when renovating an apartment, the bathroom gets the last solo - and, as a result, a completely limited budget. How to make the bathroom comfortable and functional, but at the same time save money? Stepan Bugaev, art director of the Pobeda Design architectural bureau, shared his professional advice.

Stepan Bugaev began his professional career with a diploma from the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology. In 2007 he graduated from the State University Higher School of Economics with a master's degree in business informatics. He worked at the Internet House company, participated in the project to create a smart home system based on Z-Wave technology. Since 2011, he has been a co-founder and art director of the Pobeda Design architectural bureau.

A truly budget repair can only be if it is cosmetic. Qualitative changes - replacement of ceilings or flooring - require serious, capital investments. But you can update the interior quite economically. Decorate the space in a minimalist style - it involves a minimum of decor, and you will have less reason to spend.

Open up the wall tile armor - for walls that do not have direct contact with water, waterproof or facade paint is perfect. The material will not only withstand a warm, humid environment, but will also significantly save your costs - unlike full wall tiling. In addition, a variety of coatings will enliven the interior of the bathroom and add zest to it.

If you prefer a shower cabin to a bathtub, then give up the pallet and glass curtains - a ladder will be an excellent replacement for them. Modern design trends offer to get rid of any excesses.Therefore, such an ascetic shower will perfectly fit into the interior designed in a loft, Scandinavian style or minimalism.

Instead of buying a new bath, refurbish an old one. Use the services of specialized companies or paint it yourself. To minimize possible errors, be sure to familiarize yourself with the staining technique - detailed video tutorials and step-by-step instructions are available on the Internet.

When replacing plumbing, you should not have any difficulties - in any price segment, you can choose a quality option to your taste. If you prefer the model of a certain company, pay attention to the sales of past collections - you can be offered tempting discounts.

Choose floor plumbing - in terms of design and quality, it is comparable to suspended models, but unlike them, it will significantly reduce your costs.

Bet not on built-in spotlights, but on overhead ones. Instead of being content with faceless dots-lights, you will pick up the original model at an affordable price. The main rule when choosing lamps is the moisture resistance indicator, which is determined by the IP index.

No bathroom is complete without a mirror. In addition to the main purpose, it will help to visually expand a small room and become a wonderful element of decor. To choose the right model, it is not necessary to go to a plumbing store. Budget and original options can be found, for example, in the flea market - the main thing is not to be afraid to experiment and look for creative ways to solve problems.

He lived with his parents in an apartment in an old house, according to legend, it was built by Romanian prisoners of war, the walls are crumbling, but the ceilings are high)) While my parents were relaxing at the seaside, I decided to make a small upgrade of the toilet. Money is tight, so PVC panels were chosen for decoration.

original appearance almost from the 40s)) tore off the door trim, began dismantling the tiles. (Drawings on the wall were painted over the peeled off paint, like this, repairs are delayed to the last)))

at first I thought to get off with little blood, to keep, so to speak, the zest of the Romanian design idea and not to change the toilet bowl, so the box was adjusted to its original installation angle.

Everything was used: old furniture, boards, etc.

The whole tree was treated with a special primer. not to rot

I took the door from an old bedside table, only refreshed it with a decorative film.

Using the same simple technology, he twisted a niche for small things.

Papika will have a place to put cigarettes, and mummy to hide household chemicals.

Finally, a door installer came and stuck new paper doors for me.))))

Well, at the same time in the bathroom, as you can see, spontaneous repairs have spread to the corridor, appetite comes with eating)))

The kitchen has long been finished with PVC panels, so we do not violate traditions))

I worked with this material for the first time, in general, my work is sitting at the computer, what can I say, well, so tolerant, of course, but in general, nothing complicated, the panels forgive many mistakes.

Wooden ventilation in the bathroom - maybe you will never see this again)))

Parents arrived, gasped in surprise. Well, they say, now you can stick a new pot. Father immediately laid tiles and stuck a brand new, almost silent toilet))

And he also ordered and assembled a wardrobe, laid linoleum. In general, he is a thorough person, he approaches the matter with soul and in a serious way. In general, without even investing much, they significantly refreshed half of the apartment.

With the right approach, you can make an excellent and very inexpensive bathroom renovation. The secret is in the choice of materials and the independent execution of most of the work. What options exist and what nuances should be taken into account when renovating a bathroom on a budget?

Among the most budgetary materials for finishing the walls of the bathroom are:

• paint;
• PVC wall panels;
• self-adhesive film;
• cheap tiles.

The last option is the most practical. The tile withstands temperature changes, mechanical shocks, is durable, looks aesthetically pleasing and is easy to clean, incl. with detergents. But first you need to prepare the walls: remove the old coating, treat with fungicides if necessary, level.

To the total costs will be added tile adhesive, which is not worth saving on, and grout for joints. If laying tiles yourself is difficult, then the services of an invited worker will increase the cost of repairs. In order to save money, you can clad only the section of the wall to which the bathtub and sink adjoin (make an apron), and paint or wallpaper the rest.

The easiest thing to do is paint the walls. Both men and women can handle this. But the paint is selected special, taking into account high humidity and temperature changes.

Usually it is oil or acrylic. The walls themselves need to be plastered. The paint layer is not thick enough to hide all the bumps and cracks.

Another easy and inexpensive type of finish - self-adhesive film. Its other name is self-adhesive wallpaper, but it is also called vinyl wallpaper impregnated with glue. The latter are more expensive, but in comparison with similar vinyl wallpapers without impregnation, they come out cheaper. Self-adhesive film is not afraid of moisture, has a wide choice of colors, already contains glue. It remains only to stick to a flat wall. If the surface is not prepared, then all the irregularities will become even more noticeable. You don't have to wait for the glue to dry.

And the last item - PVC panels or lining. Cheap material, easy to install, well hides the flaws of the walls, is not afraid of moisture and decay. But it is easily deformed, does not withstand strong impacts, very cheap plastic can have an unpleasant odor and release harmful substances. The frame and fasteners are additionally purchased for the panels.

Among the budget materials for the floor are linoleum and inexpensive tiles.

Linoleum is best considered as a temporary option if it is not possible to carry out a full repair. Due to constant contact with moisture, mold will grow under it over time. Therefore, it is better to choose without a base or monogenic.

In this respect tile is the most practical. But it will require the dismantling of the old coating, leveling screed, tile adhesive, grout and spacer crosses. While a sheet of linoleum can be placed on top of the old coating. Paying for a tiler will increase costs if you don't want to lay the tiles yourself.

Floor tiles are recommended to choose with texture or rough. This will prevent slipping on wet floors.

If the ceiling is quite flat, without flaws, then it can be paint with matte waterproof paint, light water-based emulsion or just whitewash. The new white ceiling will immediately refresh the whole room. The work itself is not difficult, and whitewash paint is not expensive.

If the ceiling is curved or pipes pass through, then it can be hidden behind a false ceiling made of plastic rails or panels.

This method has many advantages:

• price, ease of installation;
• convenient for installing fixtures;
• panels will hide all communications and flaws.

Does not require preliminary preparation of the ceiling in the form of alignment, etc.

The cheapest option for the bath - acrylic. It costs less than cast iron, but it is easier to install and unpretentious in maintenance. The service life is not long, but the replacement often coincides with the new repair. A good choice for families with small children as it is not as traumatic when falling as cast iron. But he does not like the claws of pets.

You can pay attention to the size. The smaller the bath, the cheaper.

If complete cast iron bath, suits everyone, but you don’t like the appearance (yellowed and cracked enamel), then you can cover it with liquid acrylic. Externally, the bath will be completely transformed, and the coating will be cheaper than replacing the bath, along with dismantling and installation work.

When the opportunity to soak in the bath is not important, it can be replace with a compact shower. Some models have a high tray, which is used as a small bath.

There is a separate issue with the sink. At first, you can do without it.

There are two types:

The first option is cheaper, the second is more reliable and hides communications. However, if you build a cabinet on hooks under the sink, then it will not only hide pipes, but also household chemicals. The latter can also be stored under the bathroom if you build a plastic screen.

For the toilet, as well as for the sink, it is recommended to choose faience domestic production. It is cheaper than porcelain, but in general it is no worse.

If the walls were painted with oil paint, then it must be knocked down. Otherwise, the plaster on such a surface will lie poorly and will not last long.

If it is not possible to replace the floor, the covering can be hidden under a large rubber mat. It is easy to match the color of the interior and, if necessary, replace it. At the same time, it perfectly hides all the flaws of the floor. The difference from linoleum is that the rug can be periodically removed, washed, and the floor itself will be ventilated.

After dismantling the old floor, it is recommended to lay waterproofing. It perfectly restrains the average “flood”, which in the future will save you from litigation with neighbors from below and compensation for damage. The issue of waterproofing in panel houses is especially relevant.

If the pipes are old with a touch of rust, then it is preferable to replace them. You can use plastic ones, they are cheaper, but it’s better not to save on valves and valves and take high-quality ones.

Protruding pipes spoil even an expensive interior. They can be hidden in a plastic box - cheap, aesthetically pleasing, there is easy access to communications. As an option, vertical pipes can be hidden in a pencil case, which will simultaneously serve as a place to store bit chemicals or rags and mop.

If you plan to replace plumbing, it is recommended that you first install a bath, and notice to repair the walls. This will reduce the risk of water leaking between the wall and the tub. The latter can become a support for the first row of ceramic tiles.

If you need to move the lamp or install additional light sources, be sure to invite an electrician. These are just those works that are best left to a specialist.

The mixer can be purchased cheap. The service life depends on the quality of the water, but on average it is 1-3 years.

Since the repair is budgetary, the bathroom itself will look simple. Special decorative wall stickers, original curtains, shelves, new towels, soap dishes and other accessories will revive the interior.

• Most of the cost of expensive imported plumbing and building materials is brand fees. Cheap Turkey and China should also be abandoned: this is the case when you have to pay twice for stinginess. Manufacturers from Russia, Poland, Bulgaria and Slovenia offer certified products of good quality and at an average price.
• Half, and sometimes more, of all repair costs is paid to workers. There is some work that you can do yourself, for example, dismantling old tiles or painting walls. This way you can save a lot.
• And the third secret lies in the detailed planning of future expenses. It's easy to go over budget without a budget. Take a “march” through hardware stores. You will be better guided in prices, assortment and ongoing promotions. Compare prices with online stores. Immediately specify the terms of delivery (terms, price).
• The more detailed and accurate the costs are, the easier it is to organize such repairs so that they easily fit into the desired budget. At the same time, be sure to include + 10% for unforeseen expenses.

If you wander around new buildings, you can find a great new sink for free! Some newcomers, when starting repairs, install other plumbing, and throw a completely new one from the developer into the trash.