When planning a repair in a bathroom, you should seriously consider the process of planning its interior. Today, different materials are used to decorate this room. They allow you to create different design options. The choice of style, materials and colors depends on the dimensions of the room and the taste preferences of the owners of the house.
Before starting work, you need to consider the trendy trends and recommendations of specialists about creating a bathroom design. Modern bathroom finishes will be discussed later.
Design project
Considering the options for finishing the bathroom (the photo can be viewed further), you should study fashion trends and create your own design project. The recommendations of specialists should be considered. This will allow you to plan the interior of the bath in a way that will be convenient for the owners of the house.
Modern fashion trends give the bathtub clear lines. In this case, you can combine different styles. There should not be anything superfluous in the room. The main stylistic direction in creating the interior is minimalism. Interior elements should be beautiful and at the same time as meaningful as possible.
When choosing a style, you need to consider several options. The choice should be made in accordance with the preferences of the owners of the house. In this case, you can apply different finishes. This allows you to realize the most daring fantasies, creating an interesting, original interior.
All elements of the interior should harmonize, merging into a single image. It is not necessary to adhere to established stylistic canons. You can combine different elements that allow you to create an original image. This allows you to emphasize the individuality of the owners.
Considering the options for finishing the bathroom with tiles (photos are presented below), paint and other materials, you need to create several design projects. Then they choose the most successful type of interior. Creating a design project, you need to make a plan of the room with clear dimensions. All interior elements must be correctly positioned in free space. This is a mandatory step in creating the interior of the room. Hurry is not worth it. Perhaps in a few weeks the ideas of the owners of the apartment or house about the design of the bathroom will change. You need to carefully consider all the details.
Foundation preparation
Studying the finishing options for a small bathroom, the photo of which can be considered below, or the overall room, you need to pay attention to the quality preparation of the base. Walls, regardless of the type of materials, should be flat. They should not have defects, cracks, etc.
You can prepare the walls before finishing by applying plaster or installing drywall. The first option is more expensive. Also applying plaster requires more time. But this type of decoration practically does not reduce the usable area of the room.
When installing drywall, it is possible to perform all the work quickly and at minimal cost. However, the area of the room will be significantly reduced. For each wall, this figure will be at least 6 cm. Therefore, this method is not suitable for small bathrooms. It is also worth considering that on the walls of drywall you can not attach heavy shelves, mirrors. To do this, you first need to install mortgages.
When choosing the option of finishing a small bathroom with tiles (photos show all kinds of design examples) or other materials, you need to take into account the microclimate of this room. It is damp and warm here. Therefore, the materials must be resistant to moisture. They should not develop fungus, mold.
It is worth considering that for such rooms use cement-based plaster. The composition of the materials should include special antiseptics that will inhibit the development of the fungus. If drywall is to be used, it must also be moisture resistant.
Tile application
Most existing finishes include ceramic tiles. This material has many advantages. The existing options for decorating the bathroom with tiles (photos will help you determine the design) are varied. Such popularity of the material is explained by its resistance to moisture and high decorative qualities.
Ceramic tile is hygienic. It is easy to wash. You can use any detergents. The finish will be durable. She is not afraid of temperature changes, heating, etc. Also, a large selection of textures, dimensions, shapes and colors allows you to create the best design for the bathroom.
Ceramic tiles are distinguished by maintainability. If one or more elements of the decoration get damaged, they simply install new fragments in their place. Therefore, it is better to purchase material with a margin.
Most modern interiors are decorated using ceramic tiles. In this case, you can combine its different types. On sale are materials of bright and pastel colors. The surface of the plates can be smooth or textured. Installation of this material may well be done independently.
It is worth noting that the options for finishing the bathroom with tiles can be varied. This material is suitable for wall and floor decoration. Also, podiums for bathtubs are laid out from it, and partitions are finished. Tiles can even be mounted on drywall.
The disadvantage of this material is its high cost. The more beautiful, unusual the design of the plates, the more this material will cost more. Therefore, many owners are considering other options for designing a bathroom.
Tile selection guidelines
Considering the existing options for finishing the bathroom with tiles, it should be said that with its help you can create an unusual, stylish interior. The fact is that today there are a huge number of varieties of this material. The tile is different in size. There is a tiny mosaic tile. The size of its sides can not exceed 1 cm. It is laid out on the entire wall or only small inserts are made. In addition to the square shape, there are other varieties of mosaic tiles. It can be round, as well as various shapes.
Small varieties of tiles can have a side size of 5-6 cm. Such a finish will look good as inserts in the main pattern. Choosing options for decorating a small bathroom with tiles, this option should be considered as preferred. Small tiles allow you to visually expand the space. They should be light in color and with a glossy surface. Bright, saturated colors are suitable as inserts.
Tile medium in size is the most common material in the decoration of the bathroom. It can be used both for walls and for floors. They differ in surface texture. For walls, you can use a smooth tile, and for the floor - textured (so as not to slip).
Overall dimensions of the tile look original. However, this type of decoration is only suitable for a spacious room. It must be mounted on a perfectly flat surface.
Tile also has a different shape. It can be square or rectangular. This is a classic form. One of the varieties of rectangular tiles is the "wild boar". It has a characteristic convex shape. This finish looks original and stylish. There are also plates in the form of hexagons, with a stucco pattern.
Painting
If the owners of the apartment or house are considering budget options for finishing the bathroom, you should pay attention to the painting of the walls. Today, there are options for this type of finish that are relatively inexpensive. In this case, the surface coated with a special paint will be resistant to moisture.
Today, technology allows you to create a beautiful, perfectly even finish. In this case, you can choose any shade. To cover the surface with moisture-resistant paint, you need to properly prepare the base of the wall. To do this, purchase a special putty. It must be moisture resistant and contain an antiseptic against the development of the fungus. Also, the surface must be primed before applying the composition. Only after this they start painting the walls and ceiling.
Please note that not every type of material is suitable for use in the bathroom. It is necessary to choose moisture-resistant paints that do not have an unpleasant odor. They can differ in cost and resistance to mechanical stress.
One of the most popular finishes in the bathroom ceiling and walls is acrylic paint. This is a relatively inexpensive type of material. The surface is well tolerated by increased humidity and temperature changes. However, it is not recommended to apply such a layer near a bathtub, shower or washbasin. These areas are tiled.
Latex paint is one of the best options when decorating a bathroom. This material is resistant to mechanical stress and vage. At the same time, the paint allows you to hide small irregularities on the surface of the wall. This allows you to skip the foundation preparation phase.
Other varieties of waterproof paint
When choosing which wall and ceiling finishes in a bathroom are suitable for a particular room, other varieties of waterproof paints should be considered. They differ in cost and operational features. Alkyd paints can be used. They look like oil varieties. The surface may be glossy or matte. The cost of this material is relatively low. This paint has a pungent odor, so it is rarely used.
One of the best options for decorating walls and ceilings in the bathroom is silicate paint. This material does not release after solidification of toxic substances. However, work must be carried out in protective clothing. The paint is odorless. In this case, the fungus does not appear on the surface. Paint forms a very strong layer on the surface. It is a durable finish.
The silicone type of paints is absolutely waterproof. This is a fairly expensive type of finish. When using it, you will need to consider quality ventilation. Paint does not pass neither water, nor steam.
Another option that can be used in the bathroom is chlorinated rubber paint. It is used to decorate pools, saunas. The cost of such material is very high. Therefore, it is rarely used for a bathroom in an apartment or house.
Decorative plaster
Considering the finishing options for a small bathroom, as well as large-sized rooms, you can pay attention to decorative plaster. In a small room, the use of such material will be preferable. The cost of textured plaster is high. Therefore, for a large room to purchase such material is quite expensive.
Decorative plaster allows you to create a luxurious, refined interior. This option is perfect for designing a bathtub in a classic style. This material is applied on even walls. Therefore, you first need to create a draft layer.
To decorate the walls in the bathroom with decorative plaster, you need to use its moisture-resistant varieties. The same materials are used for finishing facades. These are durable and very durable finishes. They are not afraid of moisture, temperature changes. You can wash such a surface with a stiff brush. However, such materials do not change color.
Venetian plaster looks very beautiful. It can be coated with two layers of wax. Water will simply slide off such a surface. This is a very beautiful finish. You can choose a different shade and texture.
Wallpaper
There are different options for finishing the bathroom, which are not very popular. One such option is wallpaper. They are rarely used to decorate the bathroom. It should be noted that decorating the bathroom with wallpaper is relatively inexpensive. At the same time, work is carried out quickly.
It is worth considering that this material is not used to finish the space above the wash basin or bathtub. If you purchase vinyl wallpaper (do not let moisture pass), then you can decorate the walls here. For the opposite wall, this type of finish is also quite suitable. It is necessary to give preference to moisture-resistant varieties. You should not buy paper wallpaper for the bath.
When pasting walls with such material, special glue should be used. It should contain antiseptics. This will prevent the development of the fungus. This is a relatively inexpensive type of finish that can look very impressive. Today on sale are different types of wallpaper.
For example, cullet can be used in the bathroom. This type of finish requires painting after installation. Cullets can enhance the strength of the walls. If they have defects, cracks, this type of finish will prevent their further spread.
Cullets can have a smooth or embossed surface. You can select a different pattern. This is a very strong, durable finish. Its advantage is the fact that the surface can be repainted up to 20 times.
Plastic finish
Another inexpensive finish is the use of plastic. Such material does not absorb water. Therefore, it can be used in wet rooms. Considering the options for decorating the bathroom with PVC panels, you can highlight a number of positive qualities of this material. It is inexpensive. At the same time, installation is quick. Plastic panels are attached to a special crate. This allows you to hide the irregularities of the walls.
You can choose the most different design option. The surface of the plastic can imitate any other materials. This, for example, can be tile, genuine leather, wood, mosaic, etc. This finish looks original.
In the space that forms under the panels, you can hide different communications. This greatly improves the look of the interior. The walls will need to be primed with special compounds with an antiseptic. Otherwise, fungus may develop under such a finish. Plastic does not pass water and steam. Also, the room is equipped with high-quality ventilation.
It is worth considering during installation that the panels are quite fragile. Therefore, you need to handle them carefully. During the operation of the bathroom, it is necessary to exclude impacts on the surface of PVC plates.
Some more tips
There are quite non-standard options for finishing the bathroom. This, for example, may be wood and artificial stone. Without proper treatment, such materials are destroyed in high humidity. For the bathroom, a lining of wood is quite suitable. It is processed in a special way.
Another option that has not yet become known is wall linoleum. This type of material is resistant to moisture. It can not be used for flooring. It was created specifically for wall decoration.
Having considered the existing options for finishing the bathroom, you can choose the best type of materials to create a unique, interesting interior.