There are many reasons to start renovating a bathroom: plumbing equipment has broken, the bath has lost its original shine, old tiles have fallen off, and mold has started in the corners.
Typically, one attempt to change something in the interior pulls a number of design ideas, and as a result, light cosmetic touches turn into a global overhaul. Let's try to put everything on the shelves and understand the nuances of the repair work.
There are two ways to create a design project. You can contact the bureau and order a bathroom project, providing the dimensions of the room and choosing one of the fashionable styles. The company's specialists will make calculations and, taking into account your wishes, select several options for a possible interior design.
Get ready that the fantasies of designers will have to be paid for, and remember: the more famous the company, the more expensive the finished project.
However, there are no guarantees that the proposed options will suit you - you may not be satisfied with the color, the choice of plumbing, the price range of materials for repair, or the recommended style.
Thanks to the abundance of information in magazines, books and the worldwide Internet, you can independently draw up a sketch of a future bathroom, study the characteristics of modern plumbing, and choose wall cladding to your taste.
And most importantly, you will be able to draw up a project based on your own style preferences. Cold hi-tech, strict classics, luxurious art deco, sophisticated rococo - reflect any ideas first on a sheet of paper, and then in life.
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So, in order for the design of the project to be complete and meaningful, pay attention to the following nuances:
detailed order of actions;
list of materials and tools;
an approximate estimate (taking into account the purchase of new plumbing and furniture);
several sketches from different angles;
communication scheme - water supply, sewerage, electrical cables;
the exact dimensions of all planes and the planned dimensions of the plumbing equipment.
Owners of small rooms should be especially careful, since limited space is less functional. You will have to choose a bathtub of compact dimensions, abandon comfortable floor cabinets and, possibly, a sink for washing, since a washing machine is often installed in its place.
Consider installing hanging cabinets for storing hygiene and cosmetics, make good use of the space under the bathroom.
To visually expand the boundaries of a small room, choose shiny cladding, glossy ceiling panels and large mirrors. Light pastel colors of plumbing and finishes will also make the bathroom feel more spacious and bright.
And a few words about the most popular styles. The classical trend is characterized by a noble palace style: light light shades, a lot of space and light, exquisite furniture and plumbing, the use of elegant interior details - mirrors in a baguette, candlesticks, graceful gilded trinkets.
High-tech is distinguished by minimalism and functionality, it is characterized by cold colors in design and lighting, lack of decorations, a large amount of glass, plastic and chrome parts. Plumbing meets the requirements of high technology, furniture is simple and practical.
The main features of a romantic bathroom are coziness and comfort. Furniture can be modern or old-fashioned, but always graceful, decorated with hand-painted or picturesque ornaments.
An armchair with a soft back, a wicker basket on the floor and a couple of decorative shelves will also not be superfluous.
All work performed must be performed sequentially. For convenience, all actions are divided in order of execution. And it is right. The quality of the final result depends on the most complete performance of the previous work.
If you have roughly estimated the amount of expenses for the purchase of materials and plumbing and are sure that it makes no sense to calculate the cost of each tile or each bag of glue, then you will be very surprised to learn the exact figure. As a rule, it is twice as high as the planned spending.
In order not to be mistaken in calculating the number of tiles, panels, fasteners, cables, mortars, take the dimensions of the room and enter the data into the project. Then you can determine the exact amount. Here is a rough diagram for counting the number of ceramic tiles for wall cladding:
Do not forget that some of the tiles may be damaged during cutting and installation, so add 5% to the total. In the same way, count the number of floor tiles, ceiling panels, decorative items.
Prices for plumbing equipment, furniture, finishing materials can be found on the websites of trading bases and stores, but keep in mind that the product you have chosen is not always available, so take care of buying it in advance.
It is necessary to carry out repairs in the bathroom in stages, that is, start by dismantling the old finishes - ceiling panels, flooring, wall plastic or ceramics. It seems easier to break than to build, but this is far from the case.
If the tilers tried their best, the tiles from the walls, and even more from the floor, given the quality of modern glue, will not be easy to dismantle. At best, you will need a hammer and a chisel, but most likely a drill or hammer drill.
There are two ways to dismantle: gentle and emergency. In the first case, you carefully soak the grout, scrape it out and carefully, using a hammer and chisel, try to separate each element from the wall. In the second - take a hammer drill and much faster, but with noise and dust, demolish the entire finish in layers.
As you can see, both methods have disadvantages, so experts recommend saving time and effort for repairs by calling a team (or one foreman) for dismantling. Within a few hours, your bathroom will be completely free of old finishes and ready for renovation work.
Home communications usually mean:
sewerage;
water pipes;
electrical wiring;
ventilation.
The ventilation shafts are not touched during the repair, but sometimes the outlet grille is changed, as it must correspond to the surrounding finish.
The most difficult thing will be for the owners of old apartments and houses in which cast-iron pipes are installed. We'll have to completely dismantle them, and construct the sewage system and water supply from plastic pipes. It is necessary to make an eyeliner to all points of water intake - a bath, a washbasin, a washing machine.
To work with pvc pipes, you need special soldering equipment that can be rented.
In order for the water to drain freely, the sewer pipes are laid as low as possible. For this reason, for shower stalls with a low descent, it is necessary to install a podium - the minimum angle of inclination of the drain should be at least 5 degrees.
You should also consider a method for masking pipes: you will have to groove walls or equip drywall boxes. In addition to pipes, I also lay electrical cables into the walls, having previously drawn up a diagram of the location of all electrical appliances, lamps and sockets.
Repairing the bathroom floor begins with a screed device. Its height depends on the method of insulation. If additional thermal insulation is not provided, only the thickness of the tiles should be taken into account - 1-1.5 cm. When installing the "Warm floor" system, the screed resembles a cake, the middle layer of which is the heating system.
In this case, the total thickness of the screed is at least 3-4 cm.
we process the base (concrete slab) with a deep penetration primer;
we install beacons with an interval of 60-80 cm, using the level;
we dilute the sand-cement or concrete mixture with water;
fill the floor areas between the lighthouses with a solution, level them;
at the end, remove the beacons, wipe the irregularities;
cover the floor with plastic foil and wait for it to "ripen".
Insulation materials are used to insulate the floor. Modern mineral wool is not suitable, since it has a property that is not necessary for a bathroom - high hygroscopicity. However, sometimes it is used, carefully insulated from moisture. Styrofoam (expanded polystyrene) perfectly resists water.
Usually it is laid on a concrete base in front of the screed device, reinforced with a reinforcing mesh. Elastic and flexible penoplex performs similar functions.
A more comfortable option is the "warm floor" system. It has several versions, here are the main ones:
water - a flexible system of plastic or metal pipes, heated by centralized (boiler) heating;
film - infrared design with electrical wiring and thermostat;
electric - assembled from heating elements powered by electric current.
Any of the listed systems improves the microclimate in the bathroom, while it has a low cost and is easy to fit.
Traditionally, tiles are used to decorate the bathroom - ceramic tiles made of fired clay, but often the process is made cheaper by covering the walls with plastic panels or plaster for painting. Before you do your own bathroom renovation, consider the pros and cons of the listed options.
The variety of tiles allows you to choose any option - from budget to exclusive.
In building supermarkets, you can find monocotture, bicottura, mosaics, monoporose and majolica for interior use, as well as durable porcelain stoneware, which is equally good for finishing a bathroom, and for facing stairs or building façades.
The cost of a tile largely depends on the manufacturer. The highest quality and, accordingly, expensive tiles are produced by Italian brands: Gardenia Orchidea, Fondovalle, Roberto Cavalli, Rex Ceramiche, Vitrex.
The Italians are not inferior unless the Spanish manufacturers. Cheaper tiles are made in Poland, Russia, Belarus, Lithuania.
Before laying the tiles, it is necessary to plaster the walls so that they are perfectly even, and then prime them and cover them with waterproofing mastic. Then they act as standard:
lay the tiles on glue according to the pre-applied markings;
remove excess glue from the seams;
fill the joints with grout.
Along with the familiar classics, seamless tiles are also actively used. All elements of the seamless collection do not have a chamfer at the edges, so the wall covering visually looks monolithic.
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A democratic alternative to tiles is plastic panels designed specifically for rooms with high levels of humidity.
Along with the traditional snow-white products, there are many options in a variety of colors: monochromatic and “stone-like”, with geometric shapes and floristic compositions, with bright ornaments and metallic coating.
With plastic panels, walls can be clad in just one evening. If the walls are perfectly flat, then the panels are fixed with liquid nails or staples, but the most acceptable option is mounting on a profile. First, a profile frame (crate) is installed, and the panels are already attached to it, alternately "picking up" them.
You may have to cut off part of the product in the corners, so buy 1-2 more pieces. In addition to the panels, you need to buy a guide profile, a plastic corner for masking gaps and fasteners (self-tapping screws).
Modern art (decorative) plaster perfectly tolerates humid air, the effects of detergents and chemicals, therefore it is suitable for decorating walls in the bathroom.
The main condition for its correct application is perfectly smooth walls. For leveling, do not use ordinary mortar, a sanitizing plaster with waterproofing properties is required.
The Venetian is in great demand - smooth plaster with a wide range of shades and a glossy finish. It does not absorb moisture and retains its original appearance for a long time. It can be contrasted with structural plaster, the texture of which traps water droplets.
It will look perfect for a while, but the lime or iron impurities in the tap water will sooner or later ruin the aesthetics of the wall covering.
The design of the ceiling largely depends on the wall decoration and the overall style concept. Simple plaster is used less and less, since it limits the possibilities for lighting, and, on the contrary, suspended structures are very popular, which can be divided into the following types:
Ceilings made of plastic panels are chosen by those who want to save money. The slats and the profile on which they are attached are inexpensive, and the installation of the ceiling takes a minimum of time. Despite the low cost, some types of panels look very attractive - they have a mirror or colored surface, are decorated with gold or silver plating.
The shape of the panels also differs: in addition to narrow and wide strips, rectangular and square plastic modules are used.
Plasterboard suspended structures allow you to construct multi-tiered ceilings and experiment with the placement of fixtures. It should be remembered that the levels are good where there is a lot of space and there is no possibility of a strong decrease in the ceiling surface.
For work in rooms with high humidity, a special moisture-resistant type of drywall is produced, the surface of which is painted green.
The stretch vinyl used for stretch structures is also suitable for bathroom ceilings. And although the installation of the coating steals 7-10 cm, the gloss visually "lifts" the ceilings up.
Unfortunately, traces of condensation are clearly visible on it, while the matte surface hides dried moisture and goes well with tiles and plastic.
When the finishing work is completed, you can install a bath, furniture and connect equipment. As you can see, self-repair is a difficult task that requires certain skills, but, nevertheless, it is interesting and informative!
You can watch the filling of the finished refurbished bathtub in this video:
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Organizing a budget bathroom renovation with your own hands is a doable task. The correct strategy in the choice of finishing materials and a clear understanding of the progress of work will make it possible, even with a modest budget, to transform the bathroom without compromising quality.
Proper planning is the first step towards successful completion. Most of the work in the bathroom with a budget renovation can be done by hand. Even a novice master can remove old coatings, dismantle plumbing or paint.
But if experience in wall cladding with tiles is not enough, you should think about inviting specialists to certain areas of bathroom renovation. Do not overestimate your strengths and capabilities. Sometimes, reworking your own mistakes will cost more than inviting a master initially.
When the work on the renovation of the bathroom is distributed, they move on to the choice of finishing materials. It is better to refuse well-known import brands. A significant part of the cost is the payment for the brand, which looks impractical with a budget repair option. 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 offered products.
An important condition for a high-quality result when doing budget repairs with your own hands is adherence to the technological process. If any stage of the work is in doubt, listen to the recommendations of specialists, improvisation is sometimes inappropriate.
Redevelopment of the bathroom automatically increases the repair estimate at times, so there is no need to talk about a budget option. Leave your ideas for moving walls or plumbing to another place until better times when there are no financial constraints.
The amount of preparatory work to remove the old cladding depends on the choice of new materials. Sometimes this stage can be avoided. Mandatory dismantling of plumbing is required if the plans are to replace it.
An economical bathroom renovation includes several wall finishes:
staining;
installation of PVC panels;
wallpapering, including self-adhesive foil;
facing with tiles from the budget segment.
Each method has undeniable advantages and some negative aspects.
Wall covering with paint is the leader among economical finishing options due to its simplicity and low cost. A competent approach to the choice of paint and high-quality preparation of the walls is the beginning of the path to success.
A project where areas near the sink and bathtub are lined with inexpensive tiles or moisture-resistant PVC panels is more efficient.
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 compositions, and silicone paints perfectly perform the function of a hydro-barrier. It is better to refuse the use of oil mixtures. After a short time after the renovation, the walls of the bathroom will be covered with cracks.
When making an economical bathroom renovation, remember that paints with an attractive glossy effect highlight any irregularities in the walls and make all defects more visible. Therefore, careful alignment of the walls is imperative. Plus gloss - the ability to visually increase the space of a small bathroom.
Often, during renovations, it is necessary to remove the old paint coating from the walls of the bathroom. This can be done in several ways:
use a drill with a special grinding attachment;
purchase a liquid for removing paint, in the process of work you will also need a spatula and a scraper;
use thermal methods, when the old coating is heated with a building hairdryer or a burner, and the swollen paint is cleaned off with a spatula.
Naturally, at the end of the removal process and before the start of staining, a whole range of measures is carried out: sealing cracks, eliminating protrusions, priming.
In the photo, a bathroom with a budget do-it-yourself repair:
You can repair the walls of the bathroom with PVC panels. In terms of cost, this will cost a little more than purchasing paint, but the method has two clear advantages:
The appearance of the bathroom after a budget renovation with the use of PVC panels is incomparably better in terms of design.
No careful preparation of the wall surface is required.
The panel installation process does not contain complex steps and is available for do-it-yourself. After calculating the need for material, the crate is formed. For these purposes, plastic profiles with clips are used. For an economical bathroom renovation, wooden slats are also suitable. Pre-impregnation of the material with antiseptics will protect the slats from increased moisture.
The option of repairing a bathroom using wallpaper also has a right to exist, 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 for use in the bathroom:
Vinyl with non-woven backing. The price is quite high; repairs will require the purchase of special glue, which is not always advisable in an economy project. But high performance is the foundation of consumer popularity.
Washable. Compared to vinyl copies, they are less practical, the cost of the product is correspondingly lower.
High quality and attractive appearance of self-adhesive are accompanied by 3 negative points:
Quite 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.
Quite a complicated application process. The painstaking process takes much longer than standard pasting.
The next photo shows a bathtub economy renovation:
Budget renovation also implies 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 use in the bathroom when carrying out budget repairs:
it is additionally required to purchase a mixture for fixing on the wall and a grouting joint;
walls with old paint need preparation, the coating must be removed;
the process requires some experience and not everyone can do it with their own hands on their own, the invitation of the master will increase the estimate of the repair;
lining takes longer than wallpapering or painting.
The best option when carrying out a bathroom renovation with a budget project is to combine cladding. The area near the bath and sink is decorated with tiles, and for those less exposed to water, a simpler and more economical method of coating is chosen.
The amount of work on the budgetary finishing of the ceiling depends on its initial state. It is enough to cover a smooth surface with water-based paint or whitewash. An idle and fast process can be done by hand. It is recommended to remove significant curvature or mask bathroom communications with a suspended structure. Rack elements or PVC panels are suitable as a material.
The main advantages of the choice:
affordable price segment;
simple veneering procedure;
does not require perfect preparation of the bathroom ceiling surface;
successfully mask wires and pipes;
the possibility of installing built-in lamps is provided.
The result of a 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 freshening up the look of the tiles is enough. To do this, you will need to remove the grout and select 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.
Tiles are more practical when renovating a bathroom, even if they are of a budget. The cladding is carried out without dismantling the old tiles. The screed will require labor and time. To repair the bathroom floor, choose tiles with a rough texture in order to avoid slipping and not provoke injury.
With an extremely limited budget, the most economical option would be to purchase a large rubber mat, which will maximally cover the free space of the bathroom floor. It can be changed much more often than any stationary coating, and a fresh look of the interior with minimal costs will be provided.
Plumbing replacement 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 finished with a two-component polyester enamel. The most budgetary reception.
Recovery 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 insert will save the situation, which is fixed with a sealant.
Each of the methods still implies financial costs, although they will be incomparably lower than purchasing a new bowl.
If a budget repair involves the purchase of new plumbing in the bathroom, consider the following options:
Acrylic container. It is located at the bottom rung of the price segment. Easy installation and easy maintenance are the key benefits of a bathroom product. A short service life and instability against mechanical damage are the main negative features.
Cast iron is more practical. The cost is higher than acrylic counterparts.
Steel bathtubs by their characteristics are located between acrylic and cast iron products.
If the presence of the bath itself in the bathroom is not essential, you might think about installing a shower cabin. But the renovation will already go beyond the budget.
When replacing sinks in the bathroom, choose between equipment on hooks or on a leg. The first option is more budgetary, the second is more aesthetically pleasing, as it successfully masks communications. The nuances of choosing plumbing and the preference of a domestic manufacturer were discussed in the first section.
Small trifles are capable of embellishing the interior of a bathroom after a budget renovation. 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 functional furnishings is to form a plastic box. It will take a little time and cost, and the result will be obvious.
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The bathroom is the wettest place in our house or apartment. Therefore, when repairing the walls in the bathroom with your own hands, you are limited in the choice of finishing materials. Usually, for this purpose, the owners give preference to materials such as ceramic tiles, mosaics, PVC panels, sometimes waterproof paints for painting and wood.
The walls in the bathroom are clearly visible from all sides and are the main design element of the room. The level of comfortable living and the general mood of the space depend on which of the materials will be used to ennoble them, which color will dominate.
Renovations in the bathroom must be carried out sequentially. First of all, you need to measure the room. Better to capture the result on paper. The layout is drawn if you want to change it.
Then the material for the walls and ceiling is selected. It is important to remember that the comfort and coziness of the bathroom directly depends on their correct choice. The color palette of the bathroom interior is of great importance. Warm tones, such as pink, red, etc., will visually make the room smaller, while cold tones will expand it.
The main thing that you should pay attention to when renovating a bathroom is the purchase of materials for the renovation. As already noted, the choice will be limited due to the specifics of the room. What makes a bathroom climate different from that of an ordinary room?
Limited ventilation due to small dimensions.
High humidity of the walls - up to direct exposure to water.
The presence of various active chemical compounds (usually detergents) - soaps, shampoos, toothpaste, washing powders, etc.
There is a high probability of negative impact on the floor and walls of the bathroom. Wielding different basins or a washing machine in such a small space, it is difficult to avoid collision with what surrounds us.
As a result of high humidity, there is a high probability of the formation of various bacterial infections.
In order for a do-it-yourself bathroom repair to be as successful as possible, the choice of materials must take into account all of the above microclimate features. Naturally, not all materials can withstand it. For example, it is better to exclude paper wallpaper or water-based paint from the list immediately.
The most common materials used in bathroom renovation:
ceramic tile;
plastic panels;
moisture resistant paints;
special moisture resistant wallpaper;
MDF panels.
And below we will consider each of these materials and many others in as much detail as possible so that you get acquainted with their advantages and disadvantages.
Any repair must begin with preparation. Bathrooms are no exception. The main requirement for the walls is that they must be flat. The next question immediately arises - how smooth? Painting and labeling roll materials requires careful preparation. In this case, any defect will be hidden, but even intensified, so it is extremely important that the walls are perfectly even.
VIDEO It is quite another matter if you are going to make wall cladding with different panels or tiles. In this case, evenness is not a determining factor. A layer of glue is able to hide any defects.
Don't forget about disinfection and waterproofing
After leveling the walls, they must be waterproofed and protected from any bacterial contamination. For this, special plaster mixes and primers with additives are on sale, which should not be ignored.
What to do with old tiles?
Perhaps the most difficult option is to renovate the bathroom, which is covered with old tiles. In the event that its installation was of high quality, then it will not be so easy to clean the old tiles. One of the most expedient options is to apply soil-concrete over the tiles. However, you first need to beat off the entire smooth surface of the tile with a chisel and hammer. Although this option is possible only in cases where the old tile is not dismantled at all.
With the help of modern paints, the bathroom can be made dark or bright, depending on your wishes. Such walls look stylish, and by resorting to different colors of the same shade, you can create original iridescent forms. We recommend using latex paint for painting walls, as they are resistant to moisture. Painted walls are easy to care for, but the technology itself implies maximum care on your part - the walls must be even, otherwise any flaws will catch your eye.
Wallpaper is original, beautiful, but not always durable.
Today, vinyl or acrylic wallpaper is common to see in bathrooms. They protect walls from moisture and are easy to maintain. Plus, with the help of wallpaper, you can create an exclusive style during interior decoration. But there is one "but": such a do-it-yourself bathroom repair cannot be durable, since water will get into the joints between the wallpaper, and they will constantly peel off.
With their help, you can give the bathroom serenity and beauty in an original way. Panels can differ in color or be one-color. They are easy to clean, easy to clean, do not require smooth walls, hide sewer pipes from prying eyes, and also allow access at any time.The disadvantage is condensation that collects on the surface of the plastic panels, and the likelihood of damage.
Ceramic tiles are a traditional solution.
This kind of finishing material is one of the most common for the bathroom. Nowadays, many manufacturers offer collections, the feature of which is to create a single interior style.
However, the construction industry does not stand still and offers a huge number of alternative options for finishing materials for the bathroom, and traditional tiles sometimes do not meet modern aesthetic requirements.
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Mosaic is an original solution.
Such a finishing material is a tile-type product, of a relatively small size. It can be of one or several shades. This original material is offered in several versions - from stone, smalt, glass and ceramics.
As soon as the boom in wall decoration with ceramic tiles passed, many designers returned to mosaics. And this is not surprising, since for a long time it was considered the most popular decorative decoration, surpassing ceramic tiles in its characteristics. With this material, you can easily and quickly finish smooth wall surfaces and inclined, rounded and other surfaces of any complexity.
It should be noted the aesthetic appearance of the mosaic. Thanks to the mosaic, you can assemble any drawing, composition, symbol, panel, inscription and, if you strongly desire, even your own portrait.
Anyone who believes that drywall is not intended to repair bathroom walls with their own hands are greatly mistaken. It is only necessary to use special moisture-resistant brands, the manufacturing technology of which implies protection from high humidity. The only obstacle to using moisture-resistant drywall may be that the size of the room is too small, because this way you will reduce it on each side by 5-7 centimeters.
Today, panels of this use are considered one of the most popular cladding materials. Bathroom decoration is best done with products that are made of polyvinyl chloride. They are installed very quickly, slightly weigh down the wall and do not imply difficult maintenance. Using plastic cladding panels, you can easily level the walls, no matter how uneven they are.
Installation of panels on a working frame or glue is carried out from the outer or inner corner of the bathroom.
To attach them to the frame, special fastening brackets are used. It is important that the panels are on the same level, for which you need to regularly monitor the progress of installation work through the building level. In order to ensure long-term operation of the panels, we recommend making ventilation holes in inconspicuous places (the holes should exclude the possibility of water ingress). Designers and technicians believe that a cladding line that is practically adjacent to the floor is best suited for this purpose.
With the help of a self-adhesive film, you can quickly restore the old, lost appearance of the surface. Today on the building materials market you will see a wide selection of films of various colors and shades, with imitation of cork, wood, marble, with the image of abstract drawings and different shapes.
The composition of the self-adhesive film ensures a reliable attachment to the wall surface. Another clear advantage of the film is its relatively low cost. At the very least, wall decoration with ceramic tiles in the bathroom will turn out to be much more expensive. Well, if you like bathrooms finished with ceramic tiles, but you do not have the necessary amount to buy it, then you can buy a self-adhesive film with imitation of tiles. However, you can give preference to a film that reflects the surface of a stone, metal, gold, leather, silver, mirror or holographic image.
When decorating a bathroom, you can use natural materials - marble and wood. However, the tree must be covered with a special compound, otherwise a fungus may form, or you will have to face the process of decay. In turn, marble needs the most careful services. In addition, the cost of these materials will be quite high.
If you have firmly decided to revet the walls with stone, first you need to decide what type of this material you plan to see in the bathroom. Because there is a huge choice of finishing stone. For example, slate, granite, quartzite and marble look beautiful with equal success. These are beautiful stone products with a peculiar texture and unusual pattern.
Those who decide to make repairs in the bathroom with their own hands are often faced with the problem of processing the walls before cladding. If you live in an old building, then you simply cannot do without treating them with an antiseptic agent. In the main buildings, it is also required.
The main purpose of using an antiseptic is to protect walls from mold and mildew. Therefore, during repairs, it is worth treating the surface before applying the facing layer.
To perform this procedure, you need to use special solutions containing a water repellent. It is an effective water repellant that provides additional protection to walls. The seams between the bathroom and the tiles must be especially carefully processed.
If the wall in the bathroom is adjacent to a room without heating, for example, a street or an entrance, then think about warming the room. Moreover, thermal insulation materials can be used not only inside, but also outside.
For this, roll insulation materials are used, such as cork material, mineral wool, polystyrene foam boards, etc. Since the bathroom is almost always humid, you need to take care of moisture insulation. For example, on top of the insulation, you can fix sheets of moisture-resistant drywall. After plastering it, you can revet the surface with almost any material of your choice.
Sometimes apartment owners plan to expand their bathroom space. The most common way is to combine the toilet with a bathtub, which, as a rule, is located next to it. Before proceeding with the combination of a bathroom, it is worth asking the housing control office if this is justified. Redevelopment may require special permission.
VIDEO At the stage of finishing the bathroom with your own hands, it is not recommended to use simple paper wallpaper. They will be able to last a maximum of two hot water cycles and will quickly begin to peel off. High-quality performance of its task is only possible with synthetic materials. Better to focus on vinyl-based wallpaper and fiberglass.
For those who, above all, appreciate the aesthetic component, wallpaper for painting is perfect. Painting will look especially beautiful and unusual on them. It is worth noting that when buying any wallpaper for the bathroom, you need to pay special attention to their water resistance. Quite often, it is indicated on a roll of material with a two-wave icon.
What's new on the wall cladding materials market?
As noted above, the number of new products includes a self-adhesive film. With its appearance, it resembles wallpaper. There is a drawing on it - a panel. The back side of such a finishing material has an adhesive layer. For the bathroom, this is a great solution. Moreover, it is much easier to use than washing wallpaper.
Also, not so long ago, linoleum, intended for the walls of the bathtub, appeared on sale. But don't think that it has anything to do with floor linoleum. It is more suitable for wallpaper, because its thickness is all one millimeter. As for the composition, the finishing material is made of PVC with the addition of various synthetic additives.It is highly resistant to mechanical stress and has good flexibility. Wall cladding with linoleum is a pleasure.
Agglomerate is especially popular today. According to its characteristics, it is not inferior to tile, and even surpasses it. Agglomerate under the influence of high temperatures can deform and take any shape. For this reason, it is relevant to use it for intricate repairs. Take your time with the choice of material for the walls in the bathroom, appreciate all the advantages and disadvantages of each of the materials.
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If you want to achieve compliance of the bathroom with all modern requirements, it is worthwhile to competently approach the choice of materials with which you are going to cover the walls. Above, we have considered all the most popular and most suitable materials that are often used in bathroom decoration. Each of the materials has an individual installation technology, but also distinctive features in relation to operational and technical characteristics and raw materials. But be that as it may, all of them are united by one property - high quality and reliable moisture resistance. That is, they are endowed by manufacturers with those indicators that, first of all, apply to materials used to work in high humidity conditions - in a bathroom.
