Bathroom decoration

A convenient, multi-functional, comfortable bathroom is the key to a good mood for the whole day. Given the fact that we spend 1.5 years of our life in it, the design of the bathroom should fully correspond to your everyday habits and aesthetic tastes. What materials are better to use, what shades to give preference to and other practical tips for arranging a bathroom with your own hands in accordance with modern trends - we will consider all these nuances in this article.

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Making a bathroom - where to start?

First you need to plan the space, make a list of furniture and sanitary ware, determine the area, that is, a separate or combined bathroom.

Important! Some practical ideas on the layout of furniture and household appliances:

• We recommend installing the bathtub along one of the walls so that it completely fills the space.
• If you still need to put a washing machine in this room, then it is better to abandon the bathroom in favor of a shower cabin to save space.
• The large floor cabinet under the sink must be replaced with a compact hanging cabinet.

General principles for the repair of the bathroom are as follows:

• The design of a small bathroom begins with the dismantling of the old ceiling, walls, plumbing and pipes, after which the surface is finished.
• Checked wiring.

Important! Materials must be insulated against moisture.

• It is not necessary to be limited to one lamp, since the lighting should be multi-level and zoned, due to the small size of the room. It is best to place the fixtures evenly over the ceiling, then the light will be diffused and uniform.
• It is also worth paying attention to the pipes - to expand the room, the pipes are removed into the walls.

Important! When choosing pipes, it is best not to save, but to choose copper instead of plastic ones - they are quite expensive, but durable.

• Arrangement of autonomous heating makes it possible to maintain a stable temperature in the bathroom.

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Small Bathtub Design

There are some simple but useful tips on how to design a compact bathroom:

• To save space, it is necessary to abandon the standard rectangular bathtub in favor of an angular acrylic design. It also retains heat well and holds temperature, as does cast iron.
• It is better to choose a sink with a long and flat countertop - you can rationally use this space by placing hygiene products on it and a washing machine under it.
• Square mirrors contribute to a visual increase in space.
• Decorative plaster of light colors to cover the ceiling, but for the floor it is better to use tiles in a contrasting shade. These designer tricks contribute to the visual expansion of the bathroom.
• The toilet, equipped with a wall mount, saves precious centimeters and makes the room more spacious.

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How to make a bathroom? Finishing materials

Any design begins with the choice of materials for the implementation of a particular undertaking. But since the bathroom is a specific room, finishing materials must be selected carefully. Here is what is best suited in this case, so that the completed repair is not only beautiful, but also durable.

Floor:

1. Ceramic tile - has high resistance and water exposure. You can choose both an elite Italian or Spanish collection of the last year, which will cost quite expensive, as well as a more budget option from domestic manufacturers.
2. Artificial or natural stone is durable, and it is also distinguished by high resistance to detergents and cleaning products and high humidity. The disadvantage is the high cost.
3. One of the fashionable design areas is “living floor”, that is, decorative material is optionally used on the floor: sand, flowers, leaves, pebbles, and glass panels are mounted on top.

Important! When choosing a finish for the floor, it is better to buy materials with a rough or structural surface, in order to avoid the risk of falling and injuries.

Walls:

1. PVC panels - an economical option, practical, undemanding in care.
2. Ceramic wall tiles - thanks to the color scheme, you can focus on the walls, or vice versa - to veil unnecessary details.
3. Brick is the know-how of modern designers in creating an interior. For resistance to moisture, it is coated with a special impregnation.

Ceiling:

1. PVC panels are easy to install.
2. Moisture-resistant drywall - is a good material for suspended structures.
3. Plastic, aluminum or steel for a rack ceiling, which requires the preliminary construction of a frame from profiles.
4. Mirror ceiling - increases narrow space.

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Choose shades for the design of the bathroom

Repair and design of small bathrooms in color scheme. Consider the main characteristics of popular shades:

• White is universal. Creates a feeling of lightness, cleanliness.
• Black - strict, clear, elegant. It goes well with metallic and gold colors.
• Orange is very popular, it creates an atmosphere of warmth, comfort and positive.
• Red is emotional. It is combined with white, black, gray.
• Blue is stylish. Light colors create a feeling of freshness, increase space.
• Green is positive. Harmonious duet with yellow or cream shades.

Important! It is better to supplement the main color with auxiliary light tones, so that the interior does not turn out monotonous, boring, depressing.

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A detailed analysis of possible ways to design a bathroom, the necessary materials, functionality and variations of their use will save you from disappointment during and after the repair!