Bathroom remodeling: combining a bathroom and rearranging

Comments recording Alteration and rearrangement in the bathroom disabled

Bathroom refurbishment and refurbishment

Starting repairs in an apartment or house, every homeowner thinks about where to start this business. According to all the rules of construction technology, repairs begin with non-residential rooms, in particular, the first stage is the remodeling of the bathroom and toilet. The interior of these rooms should, of course, smoothly fit into the overall theme of the entire home.

In each dwelling, the bathroom has individual characteristics, but its functionality is always associated with water procedures. Someone washes away the negative accumulated during the day in the bathroom and relaxes, someone in the morning gets a charge of vivacity there. And first of all, all furniture, plumbing equipment, household appliances should bring comfort and convenience. It is striving for the greatest comfort that people start repairs. The bathroom can be different: large, small, combined, separate. But no matter what type or type of bathroom, every time you want changes and better conditions, especially since the development of the market for building materials, equipment and technology does not stand still. And of course, the interior of the dwelling must meet modern requirements and human needs, all this also applies to non-residential premises. You can seek help from a company for which the remodeling of the bathroom and toilet is a specialization. But the result will not always be what is planned. Or there is not always money for this, because the cost of such repairs will be higher than for alteration by one's own efforts.

Preliminary assessment of redevelopment ^

Before embarking on a thorough one, it is necessary to assess the current condition of the premises. It is necessary to evaluate the functionality and modernity of certain things:

Working condition, serviceability of plumbing
Wall covering
Condition of the flooring
Availability and modernity of accessories and furniture
Serviceability and performance of equipment.

Someone changes everything, immediately and without hesitation. Someone finds weaknesses and partially replaces what, in his own opinion, needs to be changed. To give a fresh look to the premises, there are many ways. Remodeling the bathroom and toilet may include the following:

Changing the style and finish
Elimination of the common wall between the bathroom and the bathroom
Updating and reinstalling plumbing
Rearrangement of plumbing, furniture and accessories.

Any of the above conditions will constitute a remodeling of the bathroom.

By the usual method of rearranging the sink and bathtub, you can achieve the appearance of a small amount of space in the room. Such a permutation is the simplest method of obtaining additional space.

The sink is moved to the place of the bath.
In place of the former location of the sink, a bath is installed along the wall.

In this case, you can install a small washing machine directly under the sink. Or a corner sink with a hanging cabinet above it would be a great option. The bath can be replaced with a shower or shower, then there will be even more space.

Alteration of the bathroom and toilet - the pros and cons of such repairs ^

Even more space will be given by the demolition of the common wall between the bathroom and the toilet. Such an option as remodeling the bathroom and toilet into a common room makes it possible to greatly increase the free space. But before embarking on such a decisive step as remodeling the bathroom and toilet, you should weigh the positive and negative nuances of such a repair.

Negative points:

In the case when a lot of people live in an apartment (house), especially children and the elderly, then you should not start combining these premises.
If there are any problems with the documents, since the reorganization will require documentary re-registration and registration of the project, then you should not “stir up the skeleton in the closet”.
When a common wall turns out to be a load-bearing one, its complete demolition is physically impossible.
The presence of extraneous odors, unusual for the bathroom, will encourage the installation of a powerful electric fan, and these are extra decent expenses. (For those who can not stand these smells).

Positive aspects:

When demolishing a wall, there is a decent saving on building finishing materials for its lining.
Savings on the installation of the door, since instead of two entrances there is only one.
The appearance of additional space due to the demolished wall.
The won space will allow you to equip the interior of the room with better functionality, up to the additional installation of a shower or jacuzzi bath instead of the usual one. For the most clean people, it will be possible to install a bidet.
There will be greater access to pipe and meter service points.
When combining a bathroom and a bathroom, it becomes possible to immediately wash your hands, which is hygienically correct.

Alteration of the bathroom in Khrushchev, leads to the improvement of the overall interior of the housing. After all, apartments built according to standard designs of that time were of a strict nature, without frills in architecture and planning. Often, bathrooms were located, in violation of moral norms and principles, through a thin wall or “door to door” with a kitchen.

Bathroom modification options ^

There are several options for redevelopment of these premises.

Merging together the bathroom and toilet.

Parsing the plumbing cubicle, while freeing up space.
Installation of a corner bath or corner shower to save space.
Transferring the sink to the wall of the toilet, and the toilet is turned diagonally or across.

Connecting the bathroom, bathroom and part of the corridor

Possibility to install additional plumbing
Availability of space for bathroom
More luxurious interior
Installation of large-sized and additional equipment.

In this embodiment, the area of the bathroom increases so much that it gives a flight of fancy. In such conditions, you can feel like a designer. one bathroom and toilet. and rooms

Remodeling bathrooms is a lot of work, but the result will bring a lot of pleasure. And of course, when starting all the actions, it is necessary not only to weigh all the pros and cons, but also to calculate all the costs, the full layout, choose building materials in advance in the appropriate style, and purchase plumbing equipment. If all this has not been resolved, then it is better not to start work, since in the future it may not be exactly what is needed. So, the remodeling of the bathroom must be done, having prepared in advance for the main front of work.

Appearance update ^

Updating plumbing is a decent expense, and they must be made after accurate measurements and having made a choice. It is very important to take into account the size and shape of the equipment, so that later the room becomes more comfortable and spacious. The main stages of the update are:

Replacement of the sink, when the washbasin hides some of the pipes and wiring in the wall, thus providing a place for the sink stand, in which the knee will be hidden.
Replacement of a bathtub with a shower cabin (if desired), choosing a model of your choice.
Replacing faucets with an improved version that has a smaller size but greater functionality.

With a radical change in style and modernization, the bathroom will also look different. For example, decorating a room in bright colors will give it a visually larger space. In addition to this, a change in style will turn the bathroom into a completely different place from the previous room. Don't be afraid to experiment. Part of the life people spend in the bathroom, respectively, this room should be cozy and comfortable.