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Tsugunov Anton Valerievich

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The toilet is one of the smallest rooms in the house, which is visited quite often. This combination creates certain difficulties: care should be taken that the atmosphere of this room is conducive to peace, is cozy and functional, and the decoration is practical, but the modest area limits the possibilities and dictates its requirements. Therefore, when starting a budget repair of a toilet with your own hands, it is necessary to responsibly approach the choice of materials, think over the design of the room in advance, and draw up a work plan. And inspiring photos, original ideas and ideas will help you with this. helpful tips which you will find below.

Toilet renovation steps

So, the decision to repair was made, at the family meeting they discussed and approved the budget - it remains only to figure out where to start the repair. Even for experienced craftsmen, a small repair of a toilet in an apartment risks turning into a headache if you do not adhere to a clear action plan, which will look something like this.

Decide on the design of the toilet.
Select and purchase the materials you will need for the repair.
if they have fallen into disrepair.
Prepare the floors, walls and ceiling of the toilet - remove the old tiles, clean the surfaces.
Lay the necessary communications - electrical wiring, propylene pipes, etc.
After completing all the preparatory work, you can carry out repairs to the floor.
If necessary, install a plumbing cabinet.
Repair the ceiling and walls.
After that, the final finishing of the floor in the toilet can be done.
Install the toilet on the prepared floor.
Then everything else is mounted - lighting, ventilation, washbasin and so on.
Finish the walls and ceiling.
Install a boiler.
If necessary, replace the toilet door.

The list is significantly reduced if you have planned a downtime redecorating toilet without replacing plumbing and laying new communications.

Choosing a toilet design

Starting planning the future design of the toilet room, consider both your own wishes and current ones. fashion trends. To do this, you can visit friends and relatives, noticing interesting solutions in the design of the bathroom. Or you can look for inspiration on numerous sites where people share their experience in repairing a toilet with their own hands, post photos, and discuss bold ideas.

When choosing a design, pay attention to the following tips:

Small or colorful details should not be used, as they can create a subconscious feeling of anxiety, which can negatively affect bowel function.

Toilet is not the best the best place to use bright, saturated colors. It would be better to opt for pastel, muted colors.

Vertical stripes on the walls will turn an already small and narrow bathroom into a kind of tower. A horizontal drawing, on the contrary, will “push apart” the walls, make the space more harmonious, proportional.

The division of the wall horizontally into two sections using the principle of the golden section looks beautiful. You can choose contrasting color combinations.

Not in the best way objects hanging overhead - shelves, cabinets, a boiler - affect the physiology. Try to place them in more suitable places or somehow disguise them.

And finally, when making flooring in the toilet, it is better to choose fairly dark colors - dark yellow, brown or gray.

The choice of materials for the repair of the toilet

When choosing materials for repair, it must be taken into account that a liquid saturated with biologically active substances (biologically active substances) still gets on the floor in the toilet, although in small quantities. And also a certain amount of substances that have a sharp bad smell– ammonia, hydrocarbons, etc. In this regard, you should think about how to abandon a number of materials, even despite their external attractiveness.

Not recommended for use in the toilet wooden panels, as well as MDF, laminate and similar organic coatings - they are porous and quickly absorb unpleasant odors and moisture, becoming a breeding ground for germs.

Porous tile is not suitable for repairing the floor in the toilet - it can be calculated by the color of the reverse side, which is different from white. With such a tile, an unpleasant smell will linger in the toilet for a long time.

Washable PVC wallpapers also perfectly retain odors, paper wallpaper, armstrong suspended ceilings and foam ceiling panels.

Good to know: paints based on organic pigments and fillers quickly lose their attractiveness, acquiring yellow and dark shades.

What materials are suitable for renovation in the toilet?

For cladding - porcelain stoneware. Density, resistance to chemicals and strength fully pay off its cost.

Tiles - faience or kaolin ( white color on the reverse side, at the break, the material is shiny, fine-grained).

Choose a paint with mineral pigments and with a filler of microcalcite (marble flour). A filler made of dolomite flour will be a little worse, however, such paint can last 7–10 years.

If you decide to stick washable wallpapers, then they should be made of polypropylene, foam or polyester.

Profiles for drywall constructions- only galvanized or aluminum, the gypsum board panels themselves are necessarily moisture resistant (green).

The plaster can be any, but after the composition has hardened, do not forget to impregnate it with a concrete primer deep penetration.

As a waterproofing, it is recommended to use polyester or aquaizol.

Screed floors are the best choice for the toilet. The base floor screed is based on cement, and on top of it is a liquid polymer.

Many are afraid to start repairs on their own, even in a small toilet. are afraid that their skills are not enough to replace the toilet or install the panel. Therefore, it is worth listening to the advice of craftsmen who have already carried out repairs with their own hands, a video with lessons on this topic will not hurt to carefully study. Even a simple photo can make it much easier to understand how to make repairs in the toilet with your own hands.

Sooner or later, any person one way or another is faced with the repair of the toilet. You can entrust this work to professionals, or you can save money and do everything yourself. In this article, we will analyze in detail what work is to be done and in what sequence it is better to carry it out.

Any enterprise begins with a comparison of desires and opportunities. If finances allow, then the boundaries of desires are very conditional. We will talk about a decent repair of the toilet with our own hands with a minimum budget. This is the foundation for the rest of the story.

Planning the process itself has a clear sequence:

Complete cleaning of the premises;
Replacement of plumbing communications and electrical wiring;
Preparation of surfaces for finishing work;
Finish:
Paul;
Stan;
Ceiling.
Plumbing installation.

The zero point should be set to "Design development and purchase of materials." But this can create confusion. Therefore, describing each stage, we will justify the advantage of certain materials. The cost of all finishing elements, for objectivity, we took from YandexMarket.

Room cleaning

Complete renovation, declares the absolute cleaning of the room. Nothing should remain in it, except for the pipes of the common riser.

The sequence must also be observed. First, the tiles are chipped off the walls. Depending on the quality of the connection, this can be done with a puncher in the “chiselling” mode or with a simple ax, using it as a spatula. They pass along the bare walls with a drill, with a brush nozzle.

Explanation: it is quite possible to lay a new tile on an old covering. But in this case, it will take 3-5 cm from the height of the room.

Only after that whitewash is washed off the ceiling. At the same time, they wash off the dust from the walls and the floor.

Plumbing is dismantled at the very last turn. To do this, shut off the water supply to the toilet tank, unscrew the mount and remove the toilet drain outlet from the sewer pipe. If the toilet is very old, then it will have to be broken out, as the drain was sealed cement mortar. The entrance to the sewer pipe is cleaned of pieces of sanitary ware and cement.

On the hole, until the end of the work, they put on a plastic bag and tie it with a rope.

Explanation: Dismantling the toilet allows you to create a solid floor covering, without painstaking trimming and fitting tiles. In addition, subsequently the toilet can be easily replaced.

Replacement of communications and wiring

Independent replacement of a water riser is never carried out in practice. The reason is the need to shut off the water supply in the entire riser, and this is the prerogative of plumbers from the service organization. But the more important factor is time and guarantees.

Replacing the riser pipes with your own hands without professional skills will require leaving residents without water for the whole day. It is unlikely that your neighbors will tolerate this. Specialists will cope with this task much faster.

The quality of the work carried out has a deeper connotation. If the replacement of the riser is carried out by specialists from the Housing Office, according to an official application, then in the event of leaks or any emergency, the responsibility will fall on the installers. Otherwise, you will have to pay for the repair of flooded apartments.

But you have the right to choose the material for the riser within your apartment. The most affordable and high-quality material is polypropylene pipes reinforced with fiberglass. They are suitable for both hot and cold water.

The layout of the apartment can be done independently. Most best material for this purpose - corrugated stainless steel. At a price it is more expensive than a metal-plastic pipe or polypropylene pipes, but you get:

Savings on the corners;
Aesthetic appearance;
Virtually unlimited service life;
Extremely easy installation.

The cost of 1 meter of corrugated stainless steel pipe ø 16 mm is 92 rubles. An important condition for long-term service is the use of brass fittings.

Wiring will require upgrading if you want to install several lights in a miniature toilet. And this happens very rarely.

A very good solution would be to install a tubular energy-saving lamp above the entrance, parallel to the doorway. In this situation, the wiring can not be touched.

Preparation of surfaces for finishing

As a result of this paragraph, all surfaces should be smooth and even. The easiest thing to do with the floor. For leveling, you will need to use a quick-drying self-leveling screed. For 1m 2, with a thickness of 1 cm, 13-14 kg of dry mix will be required. For a toilet, 1 bag is enough, weighing 25 kg and priced at 400 rubles.

The floors are primed first. We recommend that you immediately prime the walls and ceiling. The mixture is diluted according to the instructions on the package and poured. In order not to make a layer too thick, disperse it a little with a spatula. The complete curing process takes 24 hours.

Aligning the walls in the toilet is a conditional task. The fact is that in such a small area, littered walls are extremely rare. Therefore, if the walls of the toilet are concrete, then a primer is enough, and if they are plastered brick, then putty will be required.

For putty you need:

Working spatula 30 cm long;
Auxiliary spatula 5 cm long;
Putty mixture 20 kg (Weber: Vetonit 310 r);
Drill with nozzle and container.

Setting time for cement-based putty is ≈ 90-120 min. Dilute 2-3 kg of dry mixture, following the instructions on the package. Then, using a short spatula, apply a small amount of mortar to the long spatula. Applying the working tool at an angle of 20-30˚, spread the mixture along the wall from the bottom up. Sequentially apply new portions of the mixture.

By adjusting the angle between the wall and the spatula, you can get different effects. At an acute angle, gaps and cavities are filled, at an angle close to a right angle, the applied composition is leveled.

Excess material, spreading to the edges of the tool, is collected with a short spatula, and again applied to a long spatula.

Do not try to achieve a perfectly smooth surface in one pass. Having processed all the walls and after waiting 3-4 hours, you can again walk through problem areas.

Pay special attention to the corners. They are unacceptable sagging and rounding. Geometric accuracy should not be achieved in all corners, they will be covered with finishing materials, but the excess in them should be removed.

After a day, the walls can be treated with sandpaper to get a high-quality coating for further work.

The final chord of this stage is the primer of the prepared walls and floor.

There is almost always a slab on the ceiling, so no preparation is required other than priming.

Finishing work

floors

The specifics of the room limits the choice floor covering. Of all the options, only self-leveling floors and tiles are suitable for the toilet.

Self-leveling floors look attractive, but they have two huge drawbacks:

High price;
A very complex process.

If you use them, it is better in a place where they are visible. In the toilet, they will be hidden. So, there is only one option - tiles.

Considering that the toilet has been dismantled and the base has been prepared, laying tiles in the toilet with your own hands is an extremely easy process. The choice of tiles is a very sensitive issue. We do not have the right to advise on color and pattern, but we will help you figure out the dimensions.

The dimensions of a standard toilet in an apartment are 0.8 by 1.2 m. For ease of use, try to find a tile that fits into these dimensions without waste, for example 40 x 30 or 40 x 40. In this case, you will need to glue only 8 or 6 elements . Please note that the smaller the number of elements in the mosaic, the easier it is to work. And for the price, such a choice will be quite acceptable. For example, from the manufacturer CERROL, in the Nero (Black) series, 1 m 2 of a 40x40 tile will cost 1304 rubles. There is enough for the toilet and there will be practically no waste left.

There is another option for light flooring in the toilet - mosaic tiles. These are ceramic tiles measuring 2 x 2 cm, glued to the substrate. By choosing the size of the sheet, you can cover the entire area in 2-3 steps. But this option, subsequently, will not prove itself in the best way.

The fact is that small elements of the floor covering visually reduce the dimensions of the toilet.

Eunice 2000 tile adhesive in a 5-kilogram package will help you cope with the task perfectly. Its price is 130 rubles. Consumption ≈ 4-5 kg/m2.

You will also need:

notched trowel;
Crosses;
Laser level;
Square.

The thickness of the crosses is not more than 1-2 mm. In a small room, large seams will not look aesthetically pleasing.

Laying method tiles- straight. The toilet is too small a room to lay out a beautiful pattern in it.

Work progress:

Dilute the adhesive following the directions on the package. If you, following our advice, have chosen a large tile, then knead the entire package. While the mixture is swelling (4-5 minutes), set the laser level so that the horizontal beam is projected at a height of 15-20 cm from the floor. TIP: it is most convenient to put it on a horizontal sewer pipe. All laser levels have a self-leveling head, so even if there is a slight tilt, the beam will still show the true horizon.

The floors are swept. Apply the finished adhesive to the tiles with a notched trowel. Please note: the adhesive must be smeared over the entire surface. This will not only increase the adhesion area, but will also allow you to drill holes for attaching the toilet in the future without fear of splitting the tile.. The thickness of the adhesive must not exceed the thickness of the tile! Put the tile in place. Sticking is better to start from the wall opposite to the entrance. Move the glued element with an amplitude of 2-3 mm.

Sequentially applying a square to each corner of the tile, compare the level at which the laser beam is projected. If necessary, trim the tiles.

Similarly, glue the second tile, align it and then insert the crosses. There should be 2 crosses on each side of the tile.

With proper planning, cutting the tiles will only be necessary once to bypass the riser pipes. For this, it is best to use a grinder with a cutting disc. ATTENTION: the disc must be specialized, without radial cuts.

Use a tape measure to measure the distance you need to cut. Most likely, it will be the corner sector. Set aside the obtained dimensions on the front surface of the tile.

Tip: stick on tile masking tape, it is more convenient to markup on it.

Lay tiles on flat surface and fix. When working with a grinder, be sure to use glasses!

It is necessary to cut through, so there should be soft material under the tile (a wooden block or two pieces of plasterboard).

The cut edge can be processed with sandpaper.

If gaps of 1-2 cm remain, then evenly distribute them in such a way that they fall on the gap between the tile and the wall. Subsequently, they will be closed with wall finishing materials.

According to the outlined scheme, all floor tiles are glued. After a day, you can walk on it and at this time they begin to grout the seams. The best material for filling tile gaps - silicone sealant. It is easy to work with, after drying it gives an elastic seam with impeccable hygienic characteristics.

To work, you only need white silicone sealant in a tube and a lint-free cloth.

Cut off the spout of the tube so that the thickness of the exiting silicone is minimal. Insert the container of caulk into the gun and apply even pressure along one of the seams. Excess silicone protruding outwards is removed with a slightly damp cloth. The slots must be filled flush.

The silicone should dry out within 3-5 hours. Then cardboard should be laid on the floor, and you can start decorating the walls.

Walls

Wall decoration possible with two materials: ceramic tiles or wall panels. We do not consider painting and whitewashing in principle, while other materials have low moisture resistance.

Tile is a traditional option for the toilet. Looks presentable, lasts a very long time. But there are points on which it is inferior to plastic panels. In particular, PVC panels:

Cheaper;
Glued easier, faster, do not require professional skills;
Models with 3D effect look great;
You can easily change and "refresh" the appearance;

There is another nuance that can affect your choice. In the toilet, it will be necessary to close the water riser. If you use wall panels, then it will be possible to close this unsightly necessity with them without much difficulty and preliminary preparation.

In addition, you can improve the appearance by choosing wall panels 40 cm wide, just the size of the tiles. All decoration will take on the appearance of a finished composition.

For fixation wall panels"Liquid nails" are required. We recommend using Moment Installation.

For work you will need:

Wall panels for bathroom ;
Liquid nails with a gun;
Hacksaw for metal;
Construction knife;
Roulette and marker.

Gluing the panels starts from the place where they fit entirely, without cutting in width. Measure the height and set aside the required size on the panel. Sawing off excess with a hacksaw, make sure that the lamella does not bend and break at the very end of the cut.

The glue is applied in continuous strips, along the entire length, the diameter of the outgoing roller is 4-5 mm. There should be a distance of 5-7 cm between each strip of adhesive. Immediately place the panel in place, and move it slightly from side to side to spread the adhesive. But immediately remove this panel, and give an exposure of 3-4 minutes. This is required for the adhesive composition to interact with atmospheric oxygen.

After exposure, the panel is glued. To control the vertical position of each plank, use a plumb line. Press the lamella firmly for 30-40 seconds and move a little

All panels are fixed in the same way. But to bypass the water riser, proceed as follows.

Explanation: Between the front and back of each plank, there are stiffening ribs. If you cut the back side of the panel along the entire length along these edges, then it can be bent and pasted over rounded areas.

In the place where the riser is located, on the reverse side of the panel, the back sheet is cut off along with the stiffeners. Additionally, cut lower part where the sewer drain exits. To make a neat exit water pipes, they are unscrewed from the stopcock on the riser. And on the panel, a hole is made according to the size of the outlet itself. Such an operation can only be carried out if you work with wide panels!

A horizontally lying sewer pipe can be pasted over with scraps of wall panels, leaving a hole for connecting a toilet bowl.

This option for finishing the walls in the toilet will avoid the use of end strips. After all, the edges near the entrance will be closed with a door cashier.

Instead of a skirting board, glue a flashing. By appearance, this is the same plinth for the bath, only narrow.

Ceiling

To decorative trim ceiling in the toilet, when the walls and floor are already decorated, you should proceed as a final chord that will complete the whole composition. If there are large dark tiles on the floor and dark panels on the walls, then the ceiling should be white and gold.

There are two options, this rack ceiling or PVC ceiling panels. In appearance of the finished coating, they will practically not differ. But here the rack ceiling will “steal” at least 7 cm from a height, due to the fastening system. And its installation will take an order of magnitude more time.

With ceiling PVC panels The whole process will take 40-50 minutes.

Given that they will look the same, a sane person will choose PVC ceiling panels.

Using the example of two-section strips with gold, produced by Olimpia, we will describe the installation process. The width of the slats is 24 cm, the length is 3 m. The price of one plank is 180 rubles. 2 panels are required for the ceiling in the toilet.

They are glued to the same "Installation Moment". The slats are adjusted in length and glued, starting from the entrance, according to the technology described above.

Around the box covering the riser, the panels are trimmed with a construction knife.

Plumbing installation

Installation of plumbing consists of two stages:

Installation of a toilet bowl with a tank;
Connection to the system.

The option with a hanging toilet bowl is not even accepted for consideration. Its diminutiveness is just a marketing ploy to increase sales and create another group of products. After all, the mounting system and the cistern of the hanging toilet will require a minimum of 20 cm from the back. In other words, the dimensions of the toilet will in fact become 0.8 x 1 m.

Therefore, we will install a conventional toilet. To fix it, you will need to drill 2 or 4 holes in the floor. In this case, you first need to drill the tile. This can be done with a diamond-coated tubular drill by switching the puncher to the “drilling” mode.

Having passed the tile, the perforator is switched to the "chiselling" mode, and a drill is placed.

Dowels are hammered into the holes with a mallet and the toilet bowl is fixed through plastic washers.

TIP: Apply silicone sealant to the base of the toilet. After pressing to the floor, excess silicone will squeeze out, they must be removed immediately. But on the other hand, such sealing will not allow water to penetrate under the toilet bowl itself, during wet cleaning.

To connect the toilet drain hole with the entrance to the sewer pipe, use a corrugated adapter.

The hoses for supplying water to the tank, in modern models, have a sealing rubber gasket and do not need rewinding. Additionally, plastic lugs are integrated into the hose heads, they allow you to do without an adjustable wrench.

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 available options finishing and I will offer a step-by-step algorithm of work. You just need to follow my recommendations to get a quality result.

Step by step description of the workflow

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:

Development of the future interior;
Acquisition necessary materials and tool;
Dismantling of old plumbing and decoration;
Replacing communications and laying new ones (if necessary);
Construction of a box for masking pipes;
Floor covering device;
Wall decoration;
Ceiling decoration;
Installation of plumbing and other equipment;
Door installation.

Stage 1 - development of the future interior

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;

An excellent solution can be a hanging toilet. It does not take up space on the floor, but you will have to attach it to the wall metal carcass, which will take up 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;

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.

Stage 2 - the acquisition of the necessary materials and tools

Once 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 little advice: look for substandard 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;

Tile - perfect 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.

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;

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;

You can even stick it 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.

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;

You can simply putty the surface and paint it. If the ceiling is curved, then 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.

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

Stage 3 - dismantling of old plumbing and decoration

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;

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;

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;

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.

Stage 4 - laying communications

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;

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 correct location conclusions to make everything 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;

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

Stage 4 - construction of the box

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;

A wall-mounted one 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;

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;

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.

Stage 6 - flooring installation

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.

What is necessary	Description
Ceramic tile	Quantity is calculated by area. Do not forget that some elements will have to be cut, which may increase consumption.
Adhesive composition	Tile adhesive is sold in the same place as ceramics. The required amount is calculated according to the consumption indicated on the package. Usually 1 bag is enough for the floor
Remote crosses	With their help, you can make perfect joints throughout the area. For the floor, options are taken with a thickness of 3-5 mm
Fugue	Grouting is done using a special compound. To apply it, purchase a rubber spatula.
Tool	You need a container for preparing glue, a notched trowel for applying it and a level for controlling the plane. A tile cutter is required to cut ceramics

The floor in the toilet fits like this:

Measurements are taken to determine how the elements will fit and where pruning will be needed. If you need to cut a lot, then it is easier to first put whole fragments in the middle. To do this, the adhesive is applied to the floor at the installation site, leveled with a notched trowel, after which the first tile is laid. It is leveled and gently tapped, if necessary, with a rubber mallet;

When laying the following elements, distance crosses are inserted into the seams. They allow you to make the joints the same. When laying, the level is checked on several tiles. It is important to bring a flat plane;

The surface is left for a day for the glue to dry. The next day, the remaining elements are cut and reported. After the floor should dry for another day;
A grout is being prepared, which is carefully applied to the seams. The composition must fill all the voids, the excess is carefully removed with a rubber spatula. After an hour, you can wipe off the main dirt from the tile. The next day, the surface is wiped off with a damp sponge, the floor is ready.

As for the self-leveling floor, the technology for its application is as follows:

The base must be carefully treated with a deep penetration strengthening primer. It's better to do it twice;
The surface is leveled with a self-leveller. It is poured onto the floor and leveled to make a flat plane. The composition is leveled with a needle roller or a special notched trowel;

Next, a self-leveling floor is used, it can be either a floral or a transparent composition. In the latter case, an image is covered over the surface, which, after filling, will acquire a three-dimensional effect. The working process is simple: the composition is stirred, poured onto the surface and quickly leveled with a spiked roller. After it dries, you will get a durable floor.

I advise you to make a plain floor, after all, options with an image are more difficult to implement, and the drawing can be damaged during operation.

Stage 7 - wall decoration

The most popular solution in this case is to repair the toilet with tiles, we will start with this option:

The list of materials and tools is the same as in the case above, so we will not dwell on this aspect. The only difference is a profile for drywall or a flat rail, which we will fix around the perimeter of the first row;
All walls must be primed. If there are significant irregularities on the surface, then they are pre-sealed with cement-based putty. It is not necessary to finish the drywall box under the tile, only the seams are sealed, and the entire surface is primed twice;

A rail or levels are fixed along the perimeter of the room at a height of 1 tile. It is with them that we will begin the decoration. This will ensure that the masonry is even, regardless of the floor level. First, the first row is laid, crosses are placed between the elements, and the surface is constantly checked by the level;

Laying continues row after row, until the required height is reached. Crosses are placed on both vertical and horizontal joints;
A day later, the rail is removed and the tiles of the first row are laid. Elements are trimmed if necessary, and as a result we get a perfectly even finish no worse than that of a pro;

The seams are rubbed last, the technology is the same as on the floor, so it makes no sense to disassemble it.

If you decide to use plastic panels for finishing the bathroom, then the work technology will look like this:

A frame is constructed from a metal profile or a wooden bar along the walls. First, with the help of a level, markup is made, then load-bearing elements are attached along the lines. The distance between the posts should not exceed 50 cm;

Do not forget that the frame is always perpendicular to the direction of the panels. If they stand vertically, then the crate should be horizontal, and vice versa.

The installation of the panels is simple: the starting profile or corner is attached, into which the first element is inserted. Fastening is carried out with self-tapping screws through the protrusion along the edge of the panel. The following planks fit tightly and are fixed in the same way, the work is simple and does not take much time;

All corners are closed with special elements, and they can be attached to the panels, or you can then simply glue them to the surface with liquid nails.

If you decide to glue the wallpaper, then you need to repair the walls in this way:

The surface must be cleaned of dirt and dust and primed. Processing is carried out in two layers;
The next step is to putty the walls. For work, use the composition "Vetonit" for wet rooms. It is applied in 1-2 layers, depending on the unevenness of the walls and the leveling of the surface. Sometimes a third application may be needed to bring the plane to the ideal;

After the surfaces have dried, they must be finally leveled with a grater and sandpaper. Processing is carried out in a circular motion, the control of the plane is carried out using a light bulb. If you find flaws, then they can be puttied, and then rubbed;

The mills are cleaned of dust and primed again. After that, you can glue the wallpaper of your choice on them.

Stage 8 - finishing the ceiling

Let's figure out how to do it suspended ceiling.

The technology is suitable for fixing drywall and panels and consists of the following steps:

First of all, with the help of a level around the perimeter, lines are drawn along which the future structure will be exposed;
A guide profile is attached to the wall. To do this, holes are drilled for fast mounting dowels, the length of which can be from 4 to 8 cm, depending on the strength of the surface;

The main profiles will be located in increments of 40 centimeters. Hangers are attached to the ceiling along the line of their passage. Further, the bearing elements are set along the line, screwed to the guide rails and leveled, after which they are fixed with hangers in the required position;

The finishing material of your choice is attached to the frame. Remember that the walls and ceiling must match, so choose the right shade when using panels. Drywall is fastened with self-tapping screws, which are located every 15 cm with an indent from the edge of 2 cm;

If drywall was attached, then the surface must be finished. First, the seams are reinforced and sealed, and then the entire ceiling is puttied and rubbed to obtain a perfectly flat plane. At the end, you need to paint the base in the color you want. It is better to use washable paint.

Stage 9 - installation of plumbing and other equipment

It is important to remember one nuance here - the installation for a hanging toilet bowl is placed in advance and sewn up with drywall or other material. In this case, you need to install the structure before finishing the walls, and then just fix the toilet.

As for traditional options, the technology looks like this:

To begin with, it is worth fixing the corrugation on the sewer inlet and connecting it to the toilet. After that, the toilet is set to the desired position, the corrugation is flexible, so you can move it without problems. It is important to control the indentation from the wall so that the tank does not rest against the surface;

The position of the toilet sole is marked on the floor. For simplicity, you can outline it and mark the drilling points. Holes are made using a concrete drill of the desired diameter. It is necessary to pass through the tile with a special drill for ceramics so as not to damage the surface;

After drilling the holes, dowels are placed in them. The toilet is located in its place and is screwed with hex screws, under which rubber washers are placed so as not to damage the plumbing. After fastening, the fastener caps are closed with decorative caps;

Lastly, water is connected, and the junction of the toilet sole with the floor is sealed with silicone sealant;
That the shells sway, then everything is simple. They are fixed either on the brackets that come with the kit, or on the dowels in the wall. You need to fix the structure as indicated in the instructions that always come with the product. Lastly, water and a drain system are connected.

Stage 10 - installation of doors

This process looks like this:

The door leaf is removed from the box if it was on it. After that, the frame is inserted into the opening and leveled with a level. In order for the structure to be positioned as needed, pieces of wood or plates are placed on the side and on top. Check the position of the box from all sides, it must be perfectly level;

If a door leaf heavy, then the box should be fixed to the slopes with dowels. So that they are not visible, fasteners are located at the locations of the hinges and under the groove for the latch. When fastening, constantly control the level so that the structure does not move;

Next, the canvas is placed in the box. This is necessary in order to check the geometry of the frame and fix it in the desired position. Plates can be inserted between the door and the frame to maintain the required gaps;
Mounting foam is applied, which should fill the gap around the perimeter of the opening and fix the box in the required position. Spread the composition in zigzag movements and do not put too much. The foam tends to expand, and the excess will climb from all sides;

After 12 hours, excess foam can be cut off. This is done with a sharp knife, work carefully and do not cut too much;
If the box is thinner than the wall, then it is necessary to install additional elements on one side of the opening. If there are grooves in the box, then the slats are simply cut to right size and snap into place, if you have ordinary boards, then they can be glued to mounting foam or fixed with self-tapping screws;

The platband is attached last. If there are grooves on the box, then it simply snaps into place, and if you have the usual version, then finishing nails are used for fastening. Match them to the color of the surface, and they will be almost invisible.

Conclusion

From the article you learned how to properly repair the toilet. The video in this article will help you understand the topic even better, and if you still have questions, then write them in the comments below.

In many ordinary apartments toilets do not take up much space, it is basically a small room that is most often visited. For this reason, it is important that it is as cozy and comfortable as possible here. Since the area of \u200b\u200bthis room is small, the question of what repairs can be done in the toilet is considered very relevant.

Toilet renovation steps

In the process of major repairs in the toilet, you can not do without such work:

choice of design and materials;
sewer replacement;
preparation of walls, floor and ceiling;
conducting communications;
floor repair;
if necessary, a sanitary cabinet is mounted;
wall and ceiling repairs;
floor finishing;
installation of a toilet, lighting, ventilation, washbasin and other items;
finishing walls and ceilings;
boiler installation;
if necessary, change the door.

Of course, cosmetic repairs are much easier, since complex construction work is not required.

First of all, we decide on the design of the toilet

The choice of design for the toilet

Regarding the choice of design, it is worth noting that it should be simple and concise. In many cases, the style is the same as in the bathroom. Let's pay attention to some very important nuances:

it is not recommended to use colorful small details, as they can create a feeling of anxiety, which can cause intestinal work to go astray;
it is not advisable to use bright and saturated colors, it is better to give preference to pastel colors;
the general tone of the finish should gradually “cool down” from top to bottom, the same applies to color saturation;
vertical stripes on the finishing material will be superfluous, as they create the impression of an open space;
if desired, the walls can be divided vertically into two sections - from the floor to the middle or below half to the ceiling;
physiology is also badly affected by dense planes hanging over the head.

Some requirements for surface design:

for the floor, it is desirable to choose a dark, yellowish, grayish or brown color of the material;
part of the wall can be tiled in 3-4 rows, while it is better to use contrasting colors;
for walls it is better to choose a material of beige, mustard or cream color, a flat relief or a faded blurry pattern is allowed;
the ceiling is preferably done in pale blue, pale cream or pearl gray.

We decorate a small bathroom in pastel colors with contrasting walls.

Which finish option do you prefer?

Due to the wide variety of finishing materials, there are many original ideas for bathroom renovation.

A classic idea for renovations in the bathroom and toilet is tiling, which can be chosen in any design, whether it be plain or colored.

Tiles should be laid before installing plumbing, so you can facilitate and speed up the work.
It is recommended to buy tiles for walls with a margin.

If the repair of the toilet will be carried out using tiles or ceramic tiles, then before buying the required size of the material, you must measure the width of the walls in advance. It should be noted that a narrow strip of tile does not look so attractive.

Before laying the tiles on the wall, the surface must be pre-treated with a solution that protects against the formation of mold and fungus.
Antiseptic is best applied in two or three layers.
The tile is mounted, starting from the bottom of the wall. Laying is done in small parts, after which grouting is done.

We use classical material for finishing the toilet: tiles

What materials to choose for toilet renovation?

When choosing materials for repairs in the toilet, you need to consider the following points:

a small amount of liquid is spilled on the floor, in particular detergents with BAS;
many unpleasant smelling substances evaporate into the air, for example, ammonia, unsaturated and cyclic hydrocarbons, etc.

Due to such circumstances, the choice of materials should be approached very carefully.

In this case, experts do not recommend using wood, as well as materials based on it, in particular MDF and laminate, since they are porous and organic. As a rule, microbes multiply quickly on floors with such a coating, since the material quickly absorbs unpleasant odors and moisture.

Also unsuitable material for finishing the toilet is a tile made on the basis of silicates. From a chemical point of view, it is neutral, but it has many micropores, so odors penetrate there instantly. Thus, it is necessary to use a special air freshener much more often.

Washable wallpapers should also be alerted, since they contain a specific filler that quickly absorbs unpleasant odors. If you really want to buy such material, then you need to give preference to certified brands or a trusted manufacturer.

It is also undesirable to do a regular floor screed, even if you add a polymer emulsion.

It is also not recommended to make an armstrong suspended ceiling, as it is porous. In addition, the material is made from chemically unstable organic matter, that is, paper production waste is used. The same applies to any paper wallpaper.

Paints with organic pigments and fillers quickly turn yellow, darken and become completely ugly. The same can be said about ceiling panels.

It is better to use such materials:

porcelain stoneware is better suited for cladding, as it is distinguished by density, strength and chemical resistance, although it is relatively expensive;
it is desirable that the tile be faience or kaolin-based;
it is better to choose paint with mineral pigments and marble flour filler;
washable wallpaper should be based on polypropylene or polyester;
drywall can be used, only it must be moisture resistant and green, for such material you need galvanized or aluminum profiles;
in this case, you can use any plaster, but impregnation with a primer on concrete is necessarily done with a roller after the composition has solidified;
as a waterproofing, you can use aquaizol or polyester;
a bulk base screed based on cement is made on the floor, and as finishing it is better to make a polymer screed.

Note!

Initially, self-leveling floors were made exclusively in toilets. Their cost is not high, while such a room requires a small flow.

Where does a toilet renovation begin?

When planning to make repairs in the smallest room in the entire apartment, you have to think about where to start. overhaul in the toilet and what preparations need to be made. As a rule, any repair begins with the preparation of materials, tools and, of course, surfaces.

An important issue is the preparation of tools, since the quality of the repair also depends on this. So, for repairs in the toilet, you need to acquire:

sink key;
a knife for cutting pipes;
tongs for tiles;
tile cutter;
level;
scraper with a serrated surface for leveling.

If there is a need to change an outdated tile, then this can be done. Sometimes you need to simplify the repair process or just save money, then just replace a few damaged tiles.

Preparing tile laying tools

Removing the sink is easy

In order for such work to be done correctly, you need to follow some recommendations:

using a pipe cutting knife, the eyeliner is disconnected. This must be done very carefully so as not to damage the rest of the pipe;
you can remove the faucet in the sink only after closing the valves along the riser, then the brackets are unscrewed, and the sink is removed;
the toilet must be dismantled, starting from the tank, water is drained from there, the hose that supplies water is removed, and only then the tank itself is dismantled. The same manipulations are carried out with the toilet, it must first be unscrewed from the floor.

Cleaning the surfaces of the room

Cleaning surfaces in the toilet is easier to perform than in the bathroom, only this section has its own nuances:

before knocking down the floor tiles, you need to carefully inspect the toilet mounts (up to this point, all plumbing should have already been removed). The complexity of floor work and, of course, costs depend on the condition of these fasteners;
there is no need to pick up the floor and walls to the original brickwork, to the slab or ceiling. As a rule, a deep layer of plaster and screed in the toilet do not deteriorate even in the oldest apartments;
you can completely knock down the tiles, while it is not necessary to clean the floor to perfect smoothness. If a bulk screed is made, then small irregularities and defects will be hidden in any case;
the top layer of plaster and paint from the surface of the ceiling and wall is easier to clean with a drill equipped with a round metal brush, but this process is very dusty. If you have special skills, you can then immediately paint or glue the surfaces;
work on cleaning walls and ceilings can also be done with a brush, while you need to start from hard-to-reach places;
at the end of the work, the surfaces to be treated must be vacuumed and treated with a primer for deep penetration concrete using a roller. While the floor is being processed, the walls and ceiling will be completely ready for applying paint, wallpapering and cladding.

In the combined bathroom, we dismantle the sink, bathtub and clean the surfaces

If the toilet is being repaired in Khrushchev, then there will be no choice regarding hydraulics and sewage, that is, everything remains in place. Installing a mini washstand does not require much effort.

If the area of \u200b\u200bthe toilet room allows you to put some additional sanitary and hygienic appliances, then the pipes leading to them will need to be masked into the walls, since this solution can ruin the overall look.

The laying technology is almost the same as in the bathroom, that is, there will be solid brazed propylene on all-propylene fittings, arranged in strobes. After installation work the strobes will be foamed. In this case, there are two features:

it is not recommended to plaster the strobes in the walls, as they are perfectly glued with tiles;
it is not advisable to hide pipes in the floor or accumulate them in a bunch in the corners, covering them with slopes: firstly, places of accumulation of miasma are created, secondly, such a solution will immediately catch the eye, the floor area will also decrease, which is already small without it. You will have to work well with a puncher.

Regarding electrical wiring, it is worth saying that the real risk of damage electric shock no, compared to the bathroom. For this reason, the switch may be located inside this room. Agree unpleasant to accidentally be without light in a small enclosed space.

Experts advise laying a corrugation with wires from the lamp to the ventilation vent. A very convenient solution is the operation of an additional fan, which turns on along with the light bulb.

For lighting, it is better to use xenon, freon or krypton incandescent bulbs; energy-saving lamps with a three-layer phosphor are also considered a good option. Although such products are considered good, it is not advisable to buy them for the toilet, since the light there turns on periodically and for a short time.

Laying communications in the bathroom

Pipe repair

In most cases, pipes are not repaired, and only their replacement saves. This is due to destruction, rust and other processes.

It is also recommended to change pipes for the reason that over many years of operation, large amounts of lime have accumulated on the inside of the product. Of course, they can leak at any moment and flood not only their own toilet, but also the neighbors below.

if a decision is made to replace pipes, then it is better to give preference not to steel products, but to metal-plastic ones, as they are distinguished by their strength and durability;
when installing metal-plastic pipes, there is no need to use welding, such products do not rust, while the price is pleasantly surprising;
metal-plastic pipes are interconnected by means of special fasteners, the so-called screw fittings. This solution is great for heating and sewerage devices.

Before moving on to the process of installing new pipes, you need to dismantle the old ones. During installation, it is desirable to make as few joints as possible, in the worst case, the risk of leakage will increase.

Changing the floor of the bathroom

In the apartment, the floor should be arranged according to the “trough” type, that is, it should be 2-3 cm lower than the floor, and this applies to both the bathroom and the toilet. This is required in order to have time to eliminate the consequences of flooding or leakage. When calculating the thickness of the floor, this circumstance must be taken into account.

If you plan to completely redo the floor in the toilet in the usual way, it is recommended to use moisture-resistant materials specially designed for this purpose.

Pay attention to some nuances:

for the screed, you will need only one beacon, from which you will have to saw off two pieces according to the size of the long walls;
such beacons will be installed with a certain indent from the walls, equal to 15-20 cm;
a semi-terre or a rule will need to be cut, as their width is greater than the width of simple toilets;
for a screed, in any case, backfilling is needed, in this case, expanded clay is considered a good option;
on the installed bolts for fixing the toilet bowl, you must first weld anchor plates size 50 by 50 mm or 70 by 70 mm;
bolts must be installed on the main floor, that is, before filling;
they must be immediately put on a template so that they are not damaged during further work.

Note! Usually, the template is removed onto paper from a new toilet, it is glued to a piece of plywood, and holes are drilled through the paper for the bolts.

The easiest and most inexpensive way to repair the floor in the toilet is a self-leveling screed. First, aquaizol is laid with an overlap of 10-15 cm on the walls. Then a base floor 2-3 cm thick is formed, using a cement-based mixture. The final bulk coating will be formed from a polymer compound, its thickness should be at least 1.5-2 cm. Despite the name of the bulk floor, it is worth noting that the mixture itself does not spread, the layer composite material must be formed according to the conditional instruction:

the compound is kneaded in a conventional bucket using special nozzle for a drill or construction mixer;
the resulting mixture is poured into the middle of the floor and roughly leveled with a drive;
the mixture is rolled with a spiked roller;
after a day, the base is poured with a polymeric liquid composition, the principle of its mixing is the same.

Conclusion

Since the toilet is considered the smallest room in the apartment, minor expenses will be required to repair it. Based on this, it is recommended to buy only high-quality materials that will not absorb unpleasant odors.

Before starting the repair of the toilet room, most of us ask ourselves questions - what material to choose for decoration and how to develop an interesting Beautiful design, which would allow to compensate or hide the lack of space?

The tightness of a small toilet can be corrected with the help of visual techniques that help expand the walls, change the geometry of the room, or raise the ceiling. And for finishing such a room, the construction market offers many original and practical materials. Today we will look at how cozy and stylish a dressing room can be. And we will show photos and videos to prove it.

Stages of choosing a toilet design:

	Finishing options. Before starting any work, it is necessary to visually imagine how the toilet room should look like, to familiarize yourself with the already known options in detail.
	Choice suitable material for toilet walls in terms of characteristics and qualities.
	Additional accessories. Selection and installation of shelves, accessories, furniture.
	Unusual design options. Finding the right decor and style.
	The most common questions and problems in the design of the toilet room.

Toilet design: how to make repairs?

Any changes in the design of rooms begin with renovations and the toilet is no exception. If we are talking about a major overhaul, you should prepare for a laborious, lengthy process, even despite the modest dimensions of the room. Conventionally, the overhaul is divided into the following stages:

dismantling of old finishes and plumbing;

wall alignment;

leveling and raising the floor;

door replacement;

installation of communications and new plumbing;

installation of a niche for hiding water filters;

if necessary, installation of cabinets or shelves;

finishing of walls, ceiling and floor;

installation of accessories and lighting fixtures.

Many simply do not understand how to properly plan a toilet room, since placing a water heater and a toilet in such a small room is already considered a victory. But with the right approach, this room can become ergonomic and functional. The video below shows in detail how small toilets are repaired:

As practice shows, most owners prefer ceramic tiles as finishing material. This is the most versatile solution, since the tile meets all the requirements for this room:

Resistant to high humidity.
Easy and unpretentious cleaning.
For a long time retains its appearance.

However, this does not mean that there are no other options for finishing toilets that are also beautiful and practical.

Finishing and design options for the toilet room. A photo

First of all, you should consider the features of the visual correction of narrow, low, small and disproportionate toilet rooms. The main tool in this case is the selected color. Shades of a cool and light spectrum can visually expand almost any room. And this rule should not be neglected.

Tip: when the toilet is small, light shades should be used for interior decoration, such as white, silver, lemon, blue, light purple or pink, etc.

Bright and dark colors are suitable for large spacious rooms, but in the case of a small bathroom, you need to be careful. On many thematic Internet resources and in fashion magazines offering different variants interior design, you can see photo examples of toilet rooms decorated in bold, “flashy” styles using red, black, burgundy or orange tones. Seeing such solutions, you should pay attention to the size of the rooms: most likely they are much more spacious and larger than yours.

Actually, a spacious toilet can only be in a few cases: if it is combined with a bathroom, or if such parameters were already defined in the project, and we are most likely talking about a private house, not an apartment. The owners of living space in high-rise buildings are forced to face a problem - a cramped toilet room.

Another important design aspect is right choice drawing. For normal perception of a large panel or wall design with large ornaments, it requires a certain distance. And in most cases, there is simply no such distance, so it is better to immediately abandon attempts to decorate the interior with portraits, landscapes or bouquets of flowers.

Toilet design (photo): tiles, plastic panels and wallpaper

As mentioned above, tiles are one of the most versatile finishing materials. And if it is already clear with the pattern and shade, then it remains to deal with geometric shapes, location options, combinations and sizes. The most relevant ideas for decorating a toilet room:

If the room is rather narrow, a rectangular tile should be laid on the floor so that the elongated side of the tile is placed along the short wall.

When the ceiling is low in the room, and the width is quite acceptable, vertical inserts of patterned or contrasting tiles can be placed on the walls.

If tightness and narrowness are combined with high ceilings, you can correct the situation with the help of borders made of tiles in the middle of the height of the wall. At the same time, the upper part should be light, and the lower part should be dark or bright.

The most versatile technique for optimizing a small space in a washroom is to lay tiles diagonally across the floor and walls. However, this technique requires a fairly large supply of material.

Toilet tiles can be made in different sizes, but keep in mind that too small or, on the contrary, very large tiles in small interiors look disharmonious. For this reason, large floor tiles and mosaics should be used with caution.

Wallpaper is the most logical and simple answer to the question of decorating a toilet room at minimal cost. To repair such premises, you need to choose moisture-resistant wallpaper. In the hardware store on the roll there is a corresponding marking.

Moisture-resistant wallpapers include non-woven or vinyl sheets, as well as liquid wallpapers that are not glued, but are applied to the walls with a roller and, after hardening, are covered with a water-repellent substance. The photo below shows the toilets trimmed with wallpaper.

Plastic panels also meet the moisture resistance requirements. They easily tolerate wet cleaning and do not lose their presentable appearance over time. However, in the process of repairing walls, their use requires the installation of a crate, which leads to a decrease in area. Therefore, such material is recommended to be used only if there is enough space in the toilet room.

Toilet design: shelves, cabinets, furniture and accessories

Aesthetically attractive washrooms are made up of several elements, which include not only high-quality plumbing, but also stylish interior. Harmonious design is impossible without spacious and comfortable cabinets, mirrors, shelves and other useful accessories.

Such facilities are often provided in public institutions. But even in apartments, you can create a comfortable beautiful toilet room with shelves for storing household chemicals, air fresheners, napkins and other attributes. The following video demonstrates how to design a small but functional toilet:

There are even more stylish and elegant interior design options when cabinets are made completely hidden, for example, behind wall decoration. At first, you can not even pay attention to it, since the whole interior looks exceptionally neat and holistic.

It is also very important to choose suitable accessories for the design of the toilet: a brush, a toilet paper holder, towel hooks, a toothbrush holder and a soap dish (if there is a washbasin).

Unusual design of the toilet room: decor, lighting and decoupage

It is not always easy to create a unique individuality of the toilet room. For example, you can use items made with my own hands. Any materials can be used: shells, dried plants, magazine clippings, beautiful pictures, photographs, paints, etc. All this is useful for decoupage decor.

Properly selected lighting plays an important role in the design of any design. Original, stylish and well-placed lamps can visually expand a cramped room, harmonize it or accentuate a specific part of the room.

Style decision

Even before the start of repair work, you need to think about choosing the style of the toilet room. Even in such a room, modest in size, a similar question is relevant. If you arrange everything in a certain style concept, good result guaranteed.

For example, Provence style design will look great both in private wooden houses, as well as in modern apartments where all the elements of furniture speak of the refined and romantic taste of their owners. For energetic and active natures who prefer conciseness and functionality, Japanese minimalism or strict high-tech is suitable.

Professional answers to frequently asked questions about bathroom design and decoration

How to properly equip a toilet if its area is 1x1.5 m with a ledge?

The main goal of any small room design is to make the most of the available space. The toilet bowl is best to choose a compact, preferably hanging. Additional space savings can be achieved if the cistern is partially built into the wall.

In rooms with an area of 2 m 2, a small washbasin can also fit (it is rational to use a corner model located on a wall with a ledge). Above it, you can place a compact towel holder with a mirrored facade (visually gives more volume to the facade).

For wall cladding, it is best to use glossy tiles, always in light colors. In the event that the walls are snow-white, you will need to dilute them with bright, but discreet elements. Otherwise, the room will seem faded.

What should be considered when renovating a bathroom?

Very often, apartment owners, spending repair work in the toilet, they forget or illiterately organize access to water supply taps, meters, sockets, etc. The meters can be placed on any segment of the cuts, but at such a height from which it will be convenient to take readings.

Similarly, it is necessary to consider the location of the shut-off valves. It is much more convenient when they are not under the drain barrel, but above it. Most often, valves and meters for shutting off water are placed on the wall behind the toilet. For this reason, it is important to organize free access to them by mounting special doors. A great idea is to close this wall with a roller shutter, which will make it easy to get to the nodes in case of a sudden breakdown.

What style to choose for a small toilet?

A small bathroom is best to force large quantity various supplies and accessories. The most optimal style decisions the following are considered:

minimalism - a simple compact shape of the sink and toilet bowl, calm colors (2-3 shades), one lamp and a small mirror;

classic - pleasant pastel colors, streamlined plumbing, elegant decor doorhandle, paper holder, tap;

eco - light warm colors, natural materials (wood, stone).

Which tile to choose modern design toilet?

The popularity of using tile in the toilet is due to the same principles due to which it is used in the bathroom or in the kitchen - high humidity. But besides this, the tile allows you to find convenient solutions for styling, as there are many options on the market that differ in size, shape, color and texture. With heavy loads on the floor, porcelain stoneware should be considered as a finishing material.

When choosing tiles for your bathroom, remember the following:

wall tiles are not suitable for flooring, as they can deform or crack under load;

floor tiles are not suitable for wall decoration, as they have big weight and easily fall off;

when buying tiled material for lining the toilet room, you need to additionally buy a stock of 10-15%.

Interior design of a compact toilet room: what to look for?

Compared to a spacious bathroom, a competent interior in a small toilet is much more difficult to achieve. Well-chosen finishing materials will allow you to complete the room so that it looks more attractive. Most best option– finishing in several tones of the same color. Thus, it will be possible to achieve a visual expansion of space.

The interior of the toilet room in small sizes will turn out to be more aesthetic if all communications and pipes are hidden. Lightweight structures are used to disguise them, which can be easily disassembled in the event of an emergency.

Not the last role in a limited space is played by competent lighting. In this room, it is best to install one lamp in the center of the ceiling or several small ones around the perimeter.

Is it possible to use photo wallpaper to decorate the walls of the toilet room?

modern universal options decoration of the premises to create a unique and original design considered to be wallpapering. Due to high technology, you can depict anything on photo wallpapers, from a beautiful landscape to a photograph. The design of such a wall covering is selected based on the area of \u200b\u200bthe room. If the toilet room is large, it can be decorated with a city panorama or a colorful pattern, but for compact space you should choose wallpapers that will visually increase the space.

If the canvas will be placed behind the toilet, you should choose a vertical composition (flowers, abstraction, anything but stripes). Floral theme will make the room more fresh and close to nature. An image with a perspective (a road going into the distance or a view from a balcony) will create some kind of illusion of an increase in area.

How to make a budget toilet design?

The most practical and affordable option for finishing the toilet room is the use of plastic panels. Its advantages are the following:

easy and quick installation, since there is no need to level the walls;
low cost;
practicality (easy cleaning);
durability and strength;
moisture resistance.

When choosing plastic panels, you need to pay attention to the number of stiffeners - the more there are, the stronger the material will be. Suitable sheet thickness is 8 mm. It is best to purchase panels from the same batch so that their pattern matches the same intensity. Learn about the correct toilet finishing sequence plastic panels you can from this video:

How to increase the functionality of the toilet room?

In order to create not only a beautiful, but also a functional toilet, it must be supplemented with various accessories. Narrow small shelves will take up little space on the wall and will allow you to place household chemicals, air freshener, beauty products, towels, toilet paper and more. Also a good option for shelves fixed asymmetrically on opposite walls.

In rooms with an average area, a small locker can fit. Hardly available in furniture stores. suitable option, so most likely you will have to use the services of carpenters. The design itself can be either closed or open. It is also important that plumbing, furniture and decoration are made in the same style.

Is it possible to dismantle an old toilet in a day and lay a tile?

All repairs are carried out according to a well-defined technology, which takes some time. Dismantling the old toilet, breaking it, will take no more than 10 minutes. If you need to remove the whole - about half an hour. And then everything will depend on the quality of the old subfloor. Laying tiles in the case of an even screed will take about three hours (depending on volume and complexity). The drying time is always indicated on the packaging and is normally four days. Until this happens, there can be no talk of grouting and installing a new toilet bowl.

You can speed up this process if you buy quick-drying tile adhesive. It dries completely after 6 hours, but there is one minus - an expensive price.

In what sequence are the plastic panels correctly attached?

When performing repairs in the toilet room, many people prefer to finish the walls and ceiling with plastic panels. And at this stage, most make mistakes when building a frame. It can be built from:

metal;

tree;

In the bathroom, it is advisable to mount a metal or plastic crate, as mold and fungus can form under the wooden one. The profile is fixed with self-tapping screws to the wall in increments of 40-50 cm. In the event that the panels are arranged vertically, the crate is built in a horizontal direction. A starting U-shaped profile is mounted on the floor and ceiling.

The installation of PVC panels starts from the corner of the room, by inserting the mounting shelf into the starting profile. Then the material is attached to the crate using a construction stapler. The next panel fits into the groove of the previous one. Using the same technology, sheathing is carried out around the entire perimeter. To connect parts in the corners, special corners are used. At the end, the joints near the windows and the doorway are sealed with sealant and hidden with decorative strips.

Is it possible to arrange a toilet room on my own?

Finishing a toilet in a private house or apartment with your own hands is complicated by the fact that you need to correctly install and connect plumbing. If there is no experience in such matters, it is better to turn to professionals.

Wall, floor and ceiling decoration can be done without too much help. To do this, you will need to familiarize yourself with the installation technology of some finishing materials, tools and materials. The level of complexity of the repair depends on the finishing material. The most time-consuming is the laying of tiles. Given that it is quite expensive and fragile, it should be handled with extreme care.

As you can see, the stylistic decision of the design of the toilet largely depends on the dimensions of the room, since not all colors or other finishes are suitable for small rooms. The most important thing is to approach this issue correctly and seriously.