Common mistakes when repairing the bathroom. How to avoid them?

Often, during the repair work do not take into account some seemingly small things that turn into big problems in the future. Therefore, it is important not only to calculate the repair, but also to think carefully about every detail.

If repair is carried out in an old house, it is necessary to take into account the allowable load on the structures. For example, if the floors are wooden, then You can not remove the joists and pour all a monolithic layer of concrete. Add to this the weight of the insulation, underfloor heating and tiles - the whole "pie" may well collapse on the heads of the neighbors. In this case It is recommended to use special plates for the foundation, and levelling screed must be very light.

Separately we should consider warm floor. Firstly, it not to be laid in apartment buildings .. Some cheat and connect it to the towel rail pipe. As a result, there is a change in pressure and the utilities quickly figure out the cause. You can use electric underfloor heating, but you will have to put up with high electricity costs. If the house is old enough, and the electrical wiring has not been changed for a long time, the networks simply will not withstand such a load. In any case, a warm bathroom floor in an apartment building will need to be dismantled, and this is an additional cost and a new repair.

But there is a the positive side of a warm floor in the bathroom - it is not necessary to lay the entire area. The fact is that heating under the washing machine and wooden furniture is extremely undesirable. Therefore pipes are laid only where a person will "put his foot", and this saves money. In this case, you should make a drawing of the entire bathroom in advance, taking into account the location of plumbing and furniture. Be sure to take pictures of the location of pipes before laying the finish coat!

According to many reviews, the most practical ceiling is a stretch ceiling.

It saves from a flood, looks beautiful and can be washed. Insignificant amounts of moisture evaporate on their own, large volumes can easily be drained with the help of a ceiling craftsman.

Gypsum board, on the contrary, is not recommended. It looks great, hides irregularities and communications, but does not like moisture. If the neighbors strongly flood, the drywall will swell. For it requires very good ventilation.

The most practical option for covering the floor and walls is tile. There is a huge range in construction stores, but it is not so easy to choose. You can slip on glossy and porcelain tiles. Too rough, textured - poorly cleaned. On the black and light perfectly visible stains and dirt. White tiles and does not cause associations with sterility and hospital wards.

White grout joints look very beautiful and fresh. But It quickly fades and becomes covered in ugly stainsFrom which it is almost impossible to get rid of.

Painted walls are no less practical. But near the switches will always be a fingerprint, and dried splashes of water are clearly visible.

Not very good for walls blue, malachite and gray shades. It's hard to take care of too bright an interior, because it require constant maintenance of cleanliness. Be careful with darker shades. They can also show off dirt and streaks well. Moreover, they give a glow to the skin, giving it a painful look.

For the same reason, it's highly it is not recommended to replace it with an electric one. The latter requires a significant consumption of electricity, in order to save money it will have to be turned off. A standard towel warmer monthly costs are much cheaper than an electric one.

Under no circumstances should you brick up the pipes! Even if the bathroom is mounted in a tile box, be sure to leave a hatch for access. It all looks neat and beautiful, but if there is a need to replace a pipe or fix a leak, you will have to dismantle everything. It is better to use special boxes. They are easy to install, hide all communications and provide quick access.

It is recommended to make manhole covers on hinges. On the magnets look more interesting, but easily fly off if they're bumped. In addition, magnets are poorly able to withstand the weight of tiles.

Plastic pipes have many advantages, but The downpipe makes a lot of noise. Corrects this defect insulation. You can just wrap something and hide it in a box. Corrugated pipes are very good at collecting dust and dirt, wash poorly.

The standard height of the sink installation is designed for people of average height. If everyone in the family is tall or, on the contrary, 170 cm and below, it makes sense to install a sink according to height.

All bathtubs already have a slope angle for water drainage, so it is not reasonable to make an additional slope. Some models of acrylic baths have fragile sides, which require strengthening the frame. It is better to clarify this point before buying.

To avoid water accumulation at the joints of the tub with the wall, it is better to install a special curb. Normal silicone well protects against leaks, but it often accumulates moisture and mold is formed, and it does not look as aesthetically pleasing as the curb.

And do not forget about the counters. If they are below the toilet, they simply will not be sealed. Hiding meter readings under the sink or bathtub is also a bad idea. Meters should be located so that it is not only convenient to take readings, but also to replace them if necessary. The same rule applies to valves and faucets.

Often the top light alone is not enough, especially if you still use a frosted plafond. It is recommended to install additional light sources by the mirror and near the shower cabin. A mirror with illumination is a great option. Some models have built-in sockets for a hair dryer. If you often use this appliance, the socket is mandatory.

An additional outlet Other appliances, such as the washing machine, may also need an extra socket. Before you do wiring, you need to make a plan of arrangement of plumbing, furniture and appliances in the room, and already at the right points to mount outlets and switches. The very wiring is done before repairing the walls and laying tilesbut not after.

If halogen lamps are used, the transformer should be such that the total power of the lamps in kilowatts was less than or equal to its parameters.

Do not forget about safety. Light fixtures must have a closed cartridge and sockets must have protective covers.

You can still highlight at least five mistakes made in the renovation of the bathroom.

Have you already decided what and where you will store? Designs look beautiful in magazines, but rarely involve storage of rags and household chemicals. So The availability of shelves, hidden niches and special furniture for the bathroom should be taken care of in advance, even at the stage of interior design.

During the redevelopment of these uncomfortable "remnants" of the old architecture are mercilessly demolished. But they perform an important ventilation function not only in this bathroom, but in the whole house. That's why, if possible, they touch and remove them at all recommended, or install additional extraction.

This solution is great for expanding the space of a small bathroom, but very impractical in a large family.

Sometimes necessary, but very noisy. If this sound is annoying, you can make a separate switch so that it does not run with the light on.

A signed agreement on paper with a contractor or guest craftsman will be a guarantee of the quality of repair work.

That's it, even a simple cosmetic bathroom renovation, it turns out, requires so much attention. Do not be lazy to make a detailed plan and monitor all the work. Other people's mistakes exist in order not to repeat them.