Bathroom with shower - design

When buying an apartment, many dream of a large bathroom, but, as a rule, their area is small - about 4 sq.m. Nowadays, designers use various tricks that make it possible to turn a small space into mansions. One of these tricks is to replace the usual bathtub with a shower cabin. They are very popular, as they save not only space, but also the amount of water used. So that it doesn’t work out that the finished bathroom with a shower cabin disappoints as a result, it’s worth considering the design in great detail. A large selection of building materials and sanitary ware will help you make the design of the bathroom with shower comfortable and beautiful. By following the tips below, you can easily accomplish this task.

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Materials for the bathroom

It's no secret that high-quality building material is the key to good repair. Nowadays, there are a large number of finishing options, while the main norm is practicality. Do not forget that the bathroom has increased humidity, so choosing materials is such that they do not undergo fungus and mold, wash easily:

• Such material is ceramic tile, the most popular of which. A huge selection of colors, patterns, and tile sizes provides the opportunity to make the most unique design decisions.

Important! A small bathroom with a shower is best done in bright colors. The advantages of light tones are visually enlarged area and easy maintenance of light tiles. A dark tile looks very beautiful, but it is not very practical in everyday life - splashes of water that you did not wipe off immediately turn into a white coating. We recommend using a maximum of three colors in the interior design.

• There are cheaper options, such as PVC panels. Now there are a huge number of different plastic panels that imitate brick, wood, stone. The advantages of such panels are ease of installation, easy maintenance, they are not susceptible to the appearance of fungus. Cons - they are easy to scratch and pierce, they reduce space, because they are attached to the crate.

Important! Plastic panels are made of synthetic material, can emit harmful substances.

• Moisture-resistant drywall is also one of the finishes. It has a low price, but reduces the area due to decorative finishes.
• You can also paint perfectly smooth walls with moisture-resistant paint or make art paintings. The service life of this design will be less than that of the tile, and maintenance is much more difficult. But at the same time, the design will certainly be unique.

Important! The ceiling can be simply painted with paint or stretched. The main requirement is that the material must be moisture resistant to prevent the appearance of fungus.

• You can use in your design wallpapers, mosaics, wood panels, having previously treated them with water-repellent impregnation, artificial or natural stone. It all depends on your material capabilities.

Important! It is best to lay a tile with a non-slip effect on the floor, but you can also use simple linoleum.

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Pros and cons of showers

Particular attention should be paid to the interior design of the bathroom - the correct location of all components will bring comfort and convenience in your bathroom. The design of the bathroom with a shower cabin should be considered in advance, to consider all the nuances, as this room should be equipped for rest and relaxation under the shower.

The shower booth has the following advantages:

• saves the area;
• saves water use;
• multifunctional;
• the risk of injuries is minimal, since the components of the system are made of anti-slip materials.

Important! There are many types of showers that offer not only showers, but also hydromassage, steam bath and other pleasant moments.

There is also a drawback with the shower room, but it is only one - you cannot lie in warm water with foam to relax after a hard day.

If you have made the final decision to put a shower cabin in the bathroom, you need to determine its appearance.

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Types of showers

Shower cabins are divided into two types:

• Open - this is a cheaper option, they are also called showers. They do not have a roof, and they can also be without rear walls. Such cheap ones are attached to the walls of the bathroom. Such cabins are designed only to take a shower.
• Closed or boxes - much more functional. Additional functions can be built into them, such as aromatherapy, hydromassage, steam bath, radio.

There are other principles for classifying models of such plumbing:

• The design of a bathroom with a shower can be very different, since the cabins are sold in various types - angular, rectangular, round, cylindrical.

Important! Pay attention to the depth of the sump, as water can spill over a very shallow sump.

• There are also models of showers with hinged and sliding doors. Sliding doors require less free space than swing doors.
• They are made of different materials - plastic, glass and so on.

Important! To create an exquisite interior in a small room, make one of the walls mirrored. Models made of tinted or corrugated glass, as well as glass with a pattern, look very luxurious.

• Recently, shower cabins without a pallet have become very popular. The advantages of these are space saving, the ability to make such a cabin on your own - the costs are minimal.

Important! A good shower box is not cheap, but if you decide to install a shower without a pallet, save some of the budget.

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Installation of a shower without a tray

When installing a shower box without a pallet, pay attention to the following nuances:

• To prevent the appearance of fungus, there should be a slope on the floor in which you will be installing the drain so that the water drains and does not stagnate.
• Make a reliable waterproofing of the floor.
• Choose anti-slip tiles with a water-repellent effect for the flooring, as well as the material for the joints between tiles with antifungal components.
• To prevent water from escaping while taking a shower, when installing the walls of the box on the floor, first make low sides or a rubberized border around the perimeter.

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The layout of the space in the bathroom

When planning the design of a bathroom with a shower, consider all factors, so that as a result you would be comfortable using this room and achieve the desired effect. It is worth considering in advance what exactly will be in the bathroom, where the washing machine will stand, the sink, where the boiler will be located.

Important! Remember to consider the location of the door.

A corner shower is best suited to a small bathroom. But if you have a spacious bathroom, then a free-standing cabin is quite suitable for you.

Be sure to leave at least fifteen centimeters between the cheap and the furniture, as well as the plumbing, so that you can easily open the washing machine, or bedside tables from the cabinet, if one is in this room.

Important! Transparent cabin doors visually increase the space.

Tricks to increase space

Using these little secrets, you will increase the space in the bathroom and create a fashionable interior in your home:

• Use glossy surfaces not only on walls and ceilings, but also on furniture and plumbing.
• Choose the minimum sizes of plumbing.
• Lay the tile diagonally.
• Install hanging cabinets above or below the sink, and also above the toilet or washing machine.
• Give preference to bright lighting - the fewer dark corners, the more space seems.
• Doors on cabinets make transparent.

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Stock footage

The interior of the bathroom with a shower cabin is an excellent option both for owners of small bathrooms and for people who cannot allocate a lot of time for taking a bath, but five minutes several times a day is what you need. If you are afraid to take up such a design yourself, use the services of specialists.