Sliding bathtub screens - modern and stylish splash protection

The modern market of sanitary ware is regularly updated with new products. One of them - sliding curtains for the bathroom. They are used to protect the room from splashing and complement the interior. In a short period of time they have become very popular.

Consumers are attracted by their appearance, aesthetics, environmental friendliness, durability, practicality, the ability to turn the bathroom into a shower cabin with one move of his hand and they fit harmoniously into any bathroom interior.

For the manufacture of sliding curtains use different materials: polystyrene (plastic), glass (glass), plexiglass.

Pros:

• look beautiful and stylish;
• inexpensive;
• are safe;
• the original color;
• easy care.

The disadvantages include a short service life: no more than 3-4 years.

Pros:

• are functional;
• beautiful;
• they are durable;
• made of tempered glass, so they are safe.

To the disadvantages include only a higher cost in comparison with plastic.

In addition, this material does not require complex maintenance. It is enough to use a rubber sponge and a small amount of detergent designed for cleaning glass surfaces. During production, an antibacterial coating is applied to the surface of such glass, so there will be no stains after showering. At the request of the customer any pattern or ornament can be applied to the glass. Therefore, such a screen for the bath can be a great option for decorating the room.

There are also budget options for bathroom curtains, which are made of plastic. However, they have their disadvantages. So over time, the plastic can become cloudy, and stains will form on its surface. In addition, it is not as strong as tempered glass and may crack as a result of impact.

What are the advantages of sliding curtains? First of all, they are:

• attractive, modern look;
• ease and convenience of operation;
• the strength of the material, a long service life and reliable protection of the room from water and splashes;
• compactness;
• ease of installation;
• the ability to effortlessly transform an ordinary bathroom into a shower cabin, and they are much cheaper than a stationary shower.

However, there are also disadvantages of such a design:

• with regular use, mold can form on the fixtures and sealer;
• If the roller mechanism is of poor quality, the period of operation can be reduced. Therefore, it is very important to pay attention to them when buying.
• If you choose a curtain made of opaque material, you will need to make additional lighting.

Depending on the device of the curtain, they can be divided into several types:

• stationary;
• folding, made on the principle of an accordion;
• hinged - have the appearance of normal doors;
• Sliding, acting on the principle of a closet.

Based on the number of segments, curtains can be divided conditionally into consisting of:

• one section;
• two or three sections. This option is ideal for a rectangular-shaped bath;
• four sections. For corner bathtubs;
• five and six sections - will fit any bathtub.

In turn, two-section curtains can be divided into:

• Folding sashes - when both parts are folded, then move towards the wall. This type is recognized as the most compact and easy to use.
• Semi-folding sashes - when one part is permanently attached to the wall and is stationary, and the second is movable and, if necessary, it is simply removed. This model can be left- or right-handed, depending on the location of the bathtub.
• Hinged doors are used in large bathrooms. This option is convenient in operation and are the easiest in terms of installation.

Three-section curtain models come in several types:

• Sliding, in which the movable and fixed components alternate. Thanks to the slider system, it is convenient to approach the bathroom from either side.
• Folding accordion - quite a compact version, which, if necessary, can be completely folded.

Four-part curtains easily turn the bathroom into a shower enclosure. Mostly they are used for a corner bath. In this case, it turns out to be completely partitioned. In terms of design features, they can be completely frameless or have an aluminum frame. For their production can be used lightweight, cheap, but short-lived plastic or tempered glass, which has a protective coating.

Before you go to buy, you need to decide on how many sections the curtains will have.

The most common are three-section models, which will have one or two movable elements. Such parameters as the configuration and number of sections is determined based on the shape and size of the bath.

The first thing we pay attention to is the appearance of the product. In this case, everything depends on the style of the bathroom and your personal preferences. In this case, the material from which the curtains are made, can be monochrome, with patterns, matte or transparent.

Deciding to buy curtains made of plastic, we recommend choosing models decorated with colored patterns. They will bring life to the most ordinary and laconic interior.

If you have a bathroom has a modest size, then curtains for the bath will be a real boon. Especially if you like to take a shower, and there is no space for a separately installed shower cabin. This problem is simply solved by the installation of curtains alone. In addition, it will save the floor or rug from unnecessary splashing. And if your apartment bathroom is combined, the installation of curtains will be doubly justified. In this case, you will not have to wait for your turn, and the interior will acquire an additional, stylish element.

Even an untrained person will be able to perform installation. Regardless of what material it is made of, its basis will be a supporting frame, which is four uprights. Vertical ones need to be fastened to the wall.

Perpendicular to them, the supporting rack from the top is attached, and the lower one is attached to the bathtub. To do this, you will need a level, a drill and fasteners (screws, dowels).

First, the elements of the partitions are assembled together, and then the upper points in the wall, where the curtains will be fixed, are determined. It should be noted that the lower part of the resulting structure should fit tightly to the sides of the bathtub.

In the wall, holes are made with a drill, into which the dowels are inserted. Using screws, screw the frame mounts. Before inserting the plastic or glass panels, make sure that the construction is secure. After checking the construction for strength, you can make the insertion of the curtains. To prevent water from leaking through the joints after installation, they need to be treated with any sealant.

Those who wish have the opportunity to make their own sliding curtains. It is easiest to use plastic, but experienced professionals can easily cope with glass as well.

To make the frame, aluminum is suitable. This material is easy to work with and feels great in rooms with high humidity.

The lightest design is a three-leaf system, in which two of the leaves will be fixed, while the third will be movable and replace the doors. You will need two vertical posts for mounting on the wall and the rails that will be attached at the top and bottom of the structure. You also need to prepare three sashes. The lower rail should be attached to the bathtub rim, and the upper one at a distance of 120-140 cm upwards.