All about partitions in the bathroom

The partition in the bathroom allows you to divide the room into several comfortable zones. When redeveloping a room, you can use screens made of different materials. Before making repairs, it is worthwhile to study in advance all the features of various fences.

Modern partitions are of high quality and look stylish and attractive. The bathroom partition is used to solve several problems at once.

• Delimitation of space. The main task that partitions perform is to divide the room into separate zones. A fence usually separates the bath or shower, protecting the second part of the room from splashing water.
• Room decoration... Stylish partitions can also be used to hide communications from prying eyes. They can also make excellent spotlights mounts.
• Create a private area. Also, such a small partition can be used to hide part of the room with the toilet. This is convenient if the bathroom is combined.
• Storage of things. The partitions, complemented by narrow shelves and hooks, can also be used to store cosmetics and towels. This will save space in a small bathroom.
• Visual increase in space... The use of glass structures or modern partitions with high mirrored walls makes the room visually more spacious and comfortable. They look especially beautiful in bathrooms decorated in white, beige or gray.

Modern manufacturers produce partitions of various shapes and types.

• Stationary... Such partitions are attached to tiles or walls. They are convenient, easy to install and easy to clean. They can be installed both in a small bathroom and in a spacious bathroom. Such constructions serve for a long time, without losing their attractiveness.

• Winged... These partitions function like a swing door. They can only be installed in a spacious room, because there should be enough free space in the room to close and open doors.

• Foldable... Compact partitions of this type, on the other hand, are suitable for very small rooms. They do not take up much space and can be easily removed if necessary.

• Sliding... These partitions are quite difficult to install. At the same time, they perfectly protect the room from splashing from the bath and noise. In addition, before installing them, you do not need to redevelop the premises. Most often, such partitions are made of durable tempered glass or wood. As a rule, they are used for decorative purposes to visually divide the space of a room into several zones.

It is worth choosing the most convenient and affordable products for yourself.

An important role in the choice of modern partitions is played by the material from which they are made.

One of the most popular materials used to create partitions is drywall. It's pretty easy to work with him. Even a person without special skills can install a drywall fence. In addition, the use of this material allows you to save on the services of loaders and various specialists.

This material can be decorated with tiles, plastic, decorative stucco or mosaic. They all fit perfectly on drywall. Using this material, you can also create original curly partitions that look beautiful in a modern bathroom.

At the same time, do not forget about the disadvantages of this material. First of all, it should be noted that such partitions should not be installed next to a shower or bath. Constant exposure to water negatively affects such structures. Moreover, they need additional finishing.

Monolithic polycarbonate is also often used to divide a room into several zones. This material can be colored or colorless, opaque or transparent. You can choose the right option for any room.

The advantages of polycarbonate include the fact that it cuts well and bends well. Therefore, it can be used to create original designs that look beautiful in any room. It is also worth noting that polycarbonate is a durable and moisture resistant material that is highly resistant to mechanical stress.

Partitions made of silicate bricks are durable and beautiful. This material is used to erect fixed fences with smooth and even seams.... Installation of such a partition is inexpensive.

Lightweight silicate brick partitions react poorly to moisture. To make them last longer, they should be protected with a layer of plaster or paint. This must be done immediately after the installation of the fence.

Partitions from an aerated block are also suitable for dividing a bathroom into several zones. They are lightweight, fireproof and quite durable.... Such structures provide good sound insulation in the room, so they can be used in combined bathrooms.

Aerated concrete blocks have exact factory dimensions. Therefore, they can be used to erect perfectly flat partitions.For the installation of such structures, special or tile glue is used. This allows you to significantly save on the use of cement-sand mortar.

To create a solid partition that will last for several years, it is worth using more durable materials, such as concrete. It has many advantages. It provides good noise insulation in the room... In addition, partitions made of such a heavy material can be used to hide all communications... To make products look more attractive, they are usually decorated with tiles.

But they also have their disadvantages. Such partitions take up a lot of free space in the bathroom, so it is better not to use them when decorating a small room. It is also worth remembering that such partitions must be displayed in terms of an apartment or house. Another disadvantage of such structures is their high cost.

Partitions made of quality wood, covered with a protective layer, fit perfectly into the interior of modern bathrooms. This material has many advantages.

• External attractiveness and a large selection of interesting stylistic solutions.
• Wood can be used to create original partitions non-standard sizes and shapes. Choosing such designs for your bathroom, you can make the interior of the room unique and luxurious.
• Durable wood products differ resistance to deformation.
• Such constructions environmentally friendly and are completely safe for health and the environment.

You can choose partitions from different types of wood for decorating a room, focusing on their appearance and the quality of the material. Most often pine, ash, beech or maple are used for this purpose. The disadvantages of such structures include their high cost and difficulty in care.

Very often, partitions made of chipboard are also installed in the bathroom. This material is of high quality and low price. The base of such partitions is covered with a special protective compound that prevents the negative effects of moisture, as well as the formation of mold. To improve the appearance of structures, they are often covered with a layer of paint.

Often used for bathroom decoration and glass partitions. They look attractive and do not take up much space. This type of product can be made of glass blocks or high-quality tempered glass mounted on a metal frame or special clamps. Glass partitions have many advantages.

• This material is not afraid of water. Therefore, it can be used in any part of the bathroom. Most often, these structures separate the shower or bath from the rest of the room.
• Glass partitions are easy to maintain. If they get dirty, you can simply wipe them with a soft, damp cloth. In addition, there are quality partitions with a special protective coating that repels dust and dirt. It is much easier to care for such structures.
• Glass products are highly durable. Indeed, to create partitions, a material with a high-quality protective coating is used. It is resistant to scratches and other mechanical damage.
• Since glass partitions are lightweight and do not take up much free space, they can be easy to use even in small rooms.
• Glass structures look attractive... They fit perfectly into a loft or minimalist interior. You can make a room more unique by decorating fences in different ways. As a rule, original images or simple patterns are applied to them.Thanks to modern technology, such drawings are kept in perfect condition for many years.

The disadvantages of this material include the fact that such fences have a low level of noise insulation... In addition, they cannot be used to hide wires or pipes.

Lightweight partitions made of plastic... This material flexible, durable and not afraid of water at all. It is even easier to install than drywall. Folding and sliding structures are obtained from plastic.

The downside of this material is its specific appearance. Such designs do not always look beautiful, they may not fit into any interior. Moreover, this material is short-lived.

Looks beautiful in the bathroom and aluminum structures... This material is inexpensive and requires little maintenance. Plates made of high-quality and moisture-resistant MDF or chipboard, plastic, as well as tempered glass can be inserted into the anodized aluminum frame. All parts are usually coated with special protective compounds. Therefore, partitions are not afraid of corrosion and high humidity.

There are several ways to install partitions. By the type of installation, they are divided into several types.

• Fixed with archway. This unusual design is usually made from opaque solid materials. She divides the room into parts only conditionally. Such designs are used mainly to decorate a room. When designing such a structure, special attention is paid to decorating the arch.

• Fixed with doorway. Such designs have a lot in common with the previous ones. The partition is complemented by small doors. It turns out that the room is actually divided into 2 small rooms. In this case, the bathroom is completely separate from the toilet. Using high-quality materials for interior decoration, you can also provide a high level of noise, heat and vapor barrier.

• Movable rigid. Such structures are made of opaque or transparent sheet materials. They fold or rotate as needed. This type of partition is best suited for small rooms.

• Movable flexible. This category usually includes simple screens or curtains. They divide the room only visually. The advantages of such partitions include their low cost and attractive appearance. By cons - a low level of sound insulation.

A properly selected partition can serve the inhabitants of a house or apartment for several years.

Convenient and modern partitions make any room more comfortable and original. Therefore, they can be used in rooms of any size and type. To make the bathroom interior better, it is worthwhile to study interesting examples of the use of partitions in advance.

• Bathroom in light colors with a functional partition. In a small, bright room with walls decorated with original mosaics, a narrow functional partition will look beautiful. There are several small shelves inside this structure. They are suitable for storing the necessary beauty products. The design perfectly replaces a small shelf or chest of drawers.

• Minimalist room... In a spacious bathroom, the partition should be used not only to decorate the room, but also to divide it into several functional zones. In one part of the room there is a comfortable bath, in the second there is a shower. These areas are separated from the main transparent glass partition. This design looks great against the background of light beige and brown walls.

• Original partitions for a small room. Another great option for a tiny bathroom is to use a narrow partition to which the sink is attached. To make the use of the bathroom comfortable, the second part of the partition is supplemented with small shelves. There you can store cosmetics and various shower accessories.

• Pull-out rack design. For storing a large amount of things, this design is best suited. You can use it in a variety of ways. Pull-out shelves are suitable for storing bath accessories and various small items. A big plus of this design is that personal belongings are well hidden from prying eyes. The downside is the fact that over time, the design may become unusable.

The partition also separates the tub from the toilet. The upper part of the structure is made in the form of a narrow table. It can be used while taking a bath.