Bathroom design in the apartment

The design of the bathroom in an ordinary apartment is a problem that sooner or later residents of apartment buildings face. The issue is especially acute in the case of a small room quadrature.

In modern life, with a variety of design solutions and a large selection of finishing materials, furniture and sanitary ware, the problem can be easily eliminated. Even 3-4 square meters. m can be issued exquisitely, for every taste and price category. In some cases, for convenience, comfort and increased space, the hosts resort to redevelopment of the room.

There are 2 types of bathrooms: combined and separate. The latter, despite its modest size, “steals” precious squares. And one of the options is to remove the partition between it and the bathroom, combining 2 rooms into one. But such a restructuring will not add comfort if a large number of residents live in the apartment.

Regarding the arrangement of a separate bathroom, the question arises of where to “attach” the washstand. After all, in ordinary apartments, as a rule, this room is very tiny. The solution is to install a small corner sink next to the toilet bowl just above the tank. Another popular way to increase the space of a bathroom is to shift the wall of the corridor or hallway.

When starting to repair a bathroom, it is necessary to take into account the following room parameters: area, humidity, temperature fluctuations, air circulation. Based on these data, finishing materials are selected.

Floor repair is a responsible and laborious task, although at first it seems completely different. Fill the screed and lay the tiles - this is only part of the complex process. In addition, it will be useful to carry out a “warm floor”, under which, in order to avoid troubles with neighbors, you need to lay a dense waterproofing layer.

The most popular material for bathroom decoration remains tile and bole durable material of large format - porcelain. Both materials are easy to maintain and durable. Presented in a variety of colors and sizes from small mosaics to sizes 50 * 50 and 70 * 70. Luxury repairs can be performed using more expensive materials: natural stone or wood with special impregnation.

Natural stone is an expensive pleasure. The material is heavy by weight. But the operation is almost eternal. The tree is suitable for implementing a project in the Provencal style. Previously, the material, of course, is treated with special impregnations from moisture and fungi.

Wall decoration in the bathroom consists of three stages.

1. First you need to align the walls. You can plaster them, and sheathe aquapanels.
2. Then coat the finished surface with a primer.
3. In conclusion, paint / water-repellent stone / ceramic tile / waterproof wallpaper / plastic panels are used as finishing materials.

If the choice fell in favor of paint, then it’s better water based paints (acrylic) - they have the necessary properties. PVC or laminated panels - a popular and inexpensive material, easy to finish. It can be used in a wide variety of colors and patterns. Often choose panels "under the tile / mosaic" or with photo printing. This type of decoration forgives imperfections on the surface of the walls.

The option of covering with ceramic tiles or porcelain stoneware is also popular, but will require more time for finishing, professional skills.. Also, this method of wall decoration is costly in finance.

The ceiling of a small bathroom can be finished in three ways: paint, stretch the film and sheathe siding. The last two repair options are relatively expensive. The main advantage of a stretch ceiling is that it protects the bathroom from flooding by the upper floors. The film sags under the weight of the water, while the room is practically not affected. In addition, the film is moisture resistant, drops of water are collected on its surface, which must be wiped as necessary. The stretch ceiling is durable, it will last for 10 years for sure.

Painting is a good way to quickly and cheaply finish the ceiling. But you have to paint every year, otherwise the look is lost. To do this, it is recommended to use a special moisture-resistant acrylic paint for bathrooms. The most time-consuming way to decorate the ceiling is siding.

So that the overall picture after the repair of the room looks complete and not saturated with “cutting” colors, in the design of a small space they take calm and light shades. At the same time, large drawings and elements in the design should be avoided, since they visually reduce the space. For the same reason, dark and contrasting tones should also not be used.

This color is associated with purity, sterility, simplicity. The advantage of white is the absolute ability to reflect light. The room visually seems larger than it is. Also, any other color is in perfect harmony with white, so the design of the room can be done in a shorter time.

On a gray background, flickering overflows harmoniously look. The picture is complemented by chromed metal and mirrors. Such an unusual design decision will turn an ordinary bathroom into a stylish and interesting one.

The color of the sky and water is one of the most common colors of bathrooms in standard apartments. Gives a feeling of sea freshness and tranquility. The blue tint harmoniously looks in combination with white plumbing. Do not dilute this ensemble with other colors: they will be inappropriate. An exception will be a reasonable amount of a silver tint.

Another popular design color for a small bathroom is green and its related colors. For example, leafy, lettuce, emerald, mint, sea. Since it is believed that green has a calming effect, such a room will give relaxation to the eyes and body at the end of a busy day.

Arranging a small bathroom with furniture and plumbing with maximum comfort is not an easy task. If the area does not allow you to install a bath, an alternative is a shower. It does not replace a full roomy bathtub, but the choice can be stopped on the model with a deep pan and built-in whirlpool. Thanks to the installation of a shower cabin, you can significantly save on utilities due to low water consumption.

Each cabin is equipped with ventilation, which quickly eliminates moisture and eliminates the possibility of evaporation and condensation on the surface of walls, ceilings, furniture. If the owners of the apartment are amateurs to soak up the water to their full height, and it is fundamentally important for them to have a bath, then in this situation an angular model will come to the rescue.

It is not enough to arrange furniture and plumbing in a chaotic manner. Before carrying out repairs, you need to conduct a detailed analysis of the room and choose a place for each item that is ideal for all parameters. After all, the room should be comfortable, despite the small area.

In order to save space, it is better to abandon the round washbasin. A compact but deep washbasin of rectangular or square shape is suitable here. It can be integrated in a cabinet with doors for storing bathroom accessories. When purchasing a toilet, it is recommended to pay attention to the option with hidden installation of the tank.

It is not practical to set low, wide, bulky furniture in a small bathroom. For convenience, it is better to install pencil cases, dryers on the ceiling, hanging shelves, that is, to maximize the use of the wall space under the ceiling. For storage of hygiene products, a place in the corner parts of the bathtub is ideal, where you can equip mini-cabinets, long shelves with lifting doors. Clean towels can be stacked on shelves of a sliding rack, also suitable for storing powder products. Since such a cabinet reliably isolates from moisture.

A competent approach to lighting in the bathroom eliminates chandeliers and incandescent lamps. The first option is due to unethical and inadequate function of the room, the second option is due to impracticality and insecurity: the incandescent lamp heats up quickly, has a thin glass and can burst if moisture gets into it. In a room with high humidity, it is best to install LED and fluorescent lamps.Neon ribbons and spotlights can provide additional lighting, giving the bathroom a calm and relaxing atmosphere.

Before starting to repair the bathroom, the owners need to have an idea of ​​what they want to receive upon completion. Therefore, you should consider several styles and choose one suitable.

This style involves clarity of detail, symmetry of forms, a minimum of elements and a palette of related shades. Chrome or reflective glossy surfaces can be the highlight of the room.

A bathroom in this style will look royally chic, bright and brilliant. The main background is ivory, which depicts golden patterns and ornaments. The surfaces in the room shimmer with china. A similar design will appeal to people with aristocratic taste.

The image of a bathroom in the Provence style implies the use of a delicate, pastel color, sometimes diluted with drawings of small flowers of delicate color. The furniture here is selected vintage, light colors, with some scuffs. Being in such a bathroom, the owner will feel lightness, freedom, romance.

Loft-style decor is suitable for everyone who likes bare or brick walls of gray or white, high light ceilings. In such a bathroom there are no decorations - nothing more. This design is often chosen by creative individuals.

The essence of this style is that everything should be hidden in closed cabinets. Often created to save space and ease of care, so all items are selected in compact sizes. The design of a small bathroom in the style of minimalism will leave a lot of free space.

Scandinavian-style bathroom means the presence of snow-white in large quantities. This decor should resemble the north, glaciers. The snow-white bathroom can be diluted with small gray or black spots that mimic the earth, mountain peaks. The lack of vivid drawings, large color elements will visually expand the room.

The choice of the style of the room and the interior design of the bathroom are largely determined not only by desire, but also by the capabilities of the room by area. The bathroom is even in 2 square meters. m is already considered quite spacious for most apartments in a typical layout.

In a one-room apartment often a bathroom with a bathtub is already combined, since the apartment does not imply a large number of people. Housing for 1-2 people can be issued in the most daring design decisions. If it is difficult to do this in the living room, then you can experiment on the bathroom.

In a studio apartment free planning is usually assumed. Therefore, you can make a bathroom and a bathroom of any size for maximum comfort. In order not to make annoying mistakes, it is better to contact a professional. The designer will help to create a harmonious space in your taste.

In a standard apartment many family members can live. The bath is usually shared with the bathroom and try to make the room as functional as possible. It is better to finish such a bath with the most environmentally friendly and at the same time easy-to-clean materials. Both in a two-room apartment and in housing with a large number of rooms, it is desirable that the design of the bathroom is in harmony with the overall design.

• White color is diverse. Do not be afraid of the feeling of a “medical office”. Noble creamy shades will make the space cozy.

• Style bath minimalism decorate inserts from a matching tone mosaic. An additional emphasis is wood color details on furniture.

• The interior of a large bathroom can be created in a luxurious classic style with delicate details and nice little things.

• Style modern in the design of the bathroom involves not only interesting solutions in the design, but also maximum functionality.

• Gentle and fresh green accents. create a feeling of comfort, a healthy environment in a beauty salon or wellness club. It is important to choose the right shade.