Bathroom design in the apartment

The design of a 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 square of the room.

In modern life, with a variety of design options and a large selection of finishing materials, furniture and sanitary ware, the problem can be easily eliminated. Even 3-4 sq. m can be decorated exquisitely, for every taste and price category... In some cases, for convenience, comfort and space, the owners resort to redevelopment of the premises.

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. Indeed, in ordinary apartments, as a rule, this room is very tiny. The way out of the situation is to install a small corner sink next to the toilet a little higher than the cistern. Another popular way to increase bathroom space is to move the wall of the corridor or hallway.

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

Floor renovation is a responsible and labor-intensive task, although at first it seems completely different. Pouring screed and laying tiles is only part of a 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 more durable large format material - porcelain stoneware. Both materials are easy to clean and durable. They are presented in a variety of colors and sizes from small mosaics to sizes 50 * 50 and 70 * 70. Luxury renovation can be carried out using more expensive materials: natural stone or wood with a special impregnation.

Natural stone is not cheap pleasure. The material is heavy by weight. But the operation is almost eternal. The tree is suitable for a Provencal project. Previously, the material, of course, is treated with special impregnations from moisture and fungi.

Wall decoration in a bathroom consists of three stages.

1. First you need to align the walls. You can either plaster them or sheathe them with water panels.
2. Then cover the finished surface with a primer.
3. Finally, paint / water-repellent stone / ceramic tiles / waterproof wallpaper / plastic panels are used as finishing materials.

If the choice fell in favor of paint, then they are better suited water based paints (acrylic) - they have the required properties. PVC or laminated panels are a popular and inexpensive material that is easy to finish. It can be used in a wide variety of colors and patterns. Often choose panels "for tiles / mosaics" or with photo printing. This type of finish forgives wall surface imperfections.

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

The ceiling of a small bathroom can be finished in three ways: paint, stretch the film and sheathe with siding. The last two repair options are relatively expensive. The main advantage of a stretch ceiling is that it will protect the bathroom from being flooded by the upper floors. The film will sag under the weight of the water, while the room will hardly be damaged. In addition, the film is moisture resistant, water droplets collect on its surface, which must be wiped off as needed. The stretch ceiling is durable, it will last for 10 years for sure.

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

To make the overall picture after the renovation of the premises look complete and not oversaturated with "cutting" colors, in the design of a small space, they take calm and light shades. At the same time, large drawings and design elements should be avoided, as they visually reduce the space. For the same reason, dark and contrasting tones should not be used either.

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

Flickering overflows look harmonious on a gray background. The picture will be complemented by chrome-plated metal and mirrors. Such an unusual design solution will turn an ordinary bathroom into a stylish and interesting one.

The color of the sky and water is one of the most common bathroom colors in standard apartments. Provides a feeling of sea freshness and tranquility. The blue shade looks harmonious 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 silvery shade.

Another popular color for small bathrooms is green and related colors. For example, deciduous, salad, emerald, mint, sea. Since green is believed to have a calming effect, such a room will relax the eyes and body at the end of a busy day.

Equipping a small bathroom with furniture and plumbing with maximum comfort is not an easy task. If the area does not allow installing a bathtub, a shower cabin will serve as an alternative. It will not replace a full-fledged spacious bath, but the choice can be stopped on a model with a deep tray and built-in jacuzzi. 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 removes moisture and excludes the possibility of fumes and condensation getting on the surface of walls, ceilings and furniture. If the owners of the apartment are lovers to soak up the water in full growth, and it is fundamentally important for them to have a bath, then in this situation the corner model will come to the rescue.

It is not enough to arrange furniture and plumbing in a chaotic manner. Before carrying out repair work, you need to conduct a detailed analysis of the room and choose its own place for each item, ideally suited in all respects. After all, the room should be comfortable, despite the small area.

In order to save space, it is better to refuse a round washbasin. A compact but deep rectangular or square washbasin is suitable here. It can be integrated into 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 cistern.

Low, wide, bulky furniture in a small bathroom is impractical to put. For convenience, it is better to install pencil cases, dryers on the ceiling, hanging shelves, that is, make the most of the wall space under the ceiling. For storing hygiene products, a place in the corner parts of the bath is ideal, where you can equip mini-cabinets, long shelves with lifting doors. Clean towels can be stacked on the shelves of the pull-out rack, also suitable for storing powdered products. Since such a cabinet reliably insulates against moisture.

A competent approach to lighting in the bathroom excludes chandeliers and incandescent lamps. The first option is due to unethicalness and inconsistency with the functions of the room, the second option is due to impracticality and unsafeness: the incandescent lamp heats up quickly, has thin glass and may burst if moisture enters. It is best to install LED and fluorescent lamps in a room with high humidity.Additional lighting can be provided by neon strips and spotlights, giving the bathroom a calm and relaxing environment.

Before embarking on a bathroom renovation, owners need to have an idea of ​​what they want when finished. Therefore, you should consider several style directions and choose one suitable one.

This style assumes clarity of details, symmetry of shapes, a minimum of elements and a palette of related shades. Chrome-plated or reflective glossy surfaces can be a highlight of the room.

A bathroom in this style will look royally chic, bright and shiny. The main background is ivory with golden patterns and ornaments. The surfaces in the room shimmer with a porcelain shimmer. This design will appeal to people with aristocratic taste.

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

Loft-style decor will suit everyone who likes bare or "brick" walls in gray or white, high light ceilings. There are no decorations in such a bathroom - nothing superfluous... This design is often chosen by creative individuals.

The essence of this style is that everything should be hidden in closed lockers. Often created with the aim of saving space and ease of maintenance, so all items are selected in a compact size. Making a small bathroom in the minimalist style will leave a lot of free space.

A Scandinavian-style bathroom means the presence of snow-white color in large quantities. This decor should be reminiscent of the north, glaciers. A snow-white bathroom can be diluted with small gray or black spots that imitate earth, mountain peaks. The absence of bright pictures, large colored 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 the desire, but also by the possibilities of the room in terms of area. The bathroom is even 2 sq. m is already considered quite spacious for most apartments in a typical layout.

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

In a studio apartment usually a free layout is 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 you create a harmonious space of your choice.

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

• White is varied. Do not be afraid of the feeling of a "medical office". Noble creamy shades will make the space cozy.

• Bath in style minimalism will decorate inserts from a matching mosaic tone. An additional accent is the wood color details on the furniture.

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

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

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