Bathroom Decorating plastic panels: 50 photo design

Bathroom along with kitchen traditionally attributed to the rooms with the "difficult" climate. There supported "chronic" humidity and high temperatures, which do not stand each material. Prior to the beginning of the last century, apart from the competition was the "Queen" finish - ceramic tile. But over time, despite its ever-expanding range of products, consumers wanted even more variety. At that moment I came on the scene plastic - modern, cheap, lightweight material. Over time, he beat all competitors on the finish and become the universal design solution for the budget repair as well as for design luxury apartments. Bath Design PVC panels belong to the practical options. To finish using three variations of material:

• panel;
• sheets;
• Tile.

We'll talk in more detail about the design of the panel.

About the material

PVC or polyvinyl chloride is used for the manufacture of the electrically insulating layer, records, furniture facades, clothing, windows, doors, glassware, wallpaper and decorative materials. His invention was an accident during one of the experiments, the French chemist, in the beginning of the XIX century. At that time an unknown material is not attracted enough attention and research has been shelved. Patented the invention of PVC only in 1913. Immediately after the start of production on a commercial scale plastic began to actively "survive" natural analogues that are inferior to him in the first place for the price. The most acute problem of disposal of PVC, since in normal conditions, it is carried incomplete combustion with release of toxic and dangerous substances for humans. Complete destruction of polyvinyl chloride cycle can provide only in specific enterprises. There is a legend about the incredible toxicity of the material especially if it is used for residential premises. But the myth was debunked after a series of tests.

For and against the use of plastic panels

PVC has a number of advantages:
• Total absence of fear moisture. Material perfectly stands the test of the microclimate bathroom. The thing is that in its structure no pores, such as in natural wood. Accordingly nowhere seep water. From this dignity PVC leads to the following advantages:

• The lack of favorable conditions for the life of the colonies of fungi and mold.
• Durability. Plastic is able to survive for decades, if to look after him properly.
• Easy installation. The wall panels are attached to the surface in two ways, but the task can handle even a philistine.
• Price. The low cost of the material leads to its widespread use in various areas of life, and finished PVC is not limited.
• Easy care. Plastic panels are regularly washed with soap and water. Material from the systematic cleaning of harm will not be any.
• A wide range of colors and patterns.

Naturally in PVC, as well as any other material for lining has its drawbacks:

• Sensitivity to mechanical damage. Although PVC is considered a flexible material, but with a strong impact or a dent occurs panel gap. Inside plate have a hollow structure. Since the construction is going on a modular principle, any of its individual elements can be replaced.
• Isolation of toxins when burned. Of this fact, we have already mentioned above. PVC referred to as fireproof materials, that is, they can not catch fire. But, if a fire breaks out somewhere else and spread to the bathroom, the breathing stand out strictly forbidden substances when burning.
• The panels do not absorb moisture. This is the advantage and disadvantage of hiding: the walls are no longer "breathe." Over time, this fact will negatively affect the insulation.

Many opponents of the use of plastic dislike arises on the basis of association with office space, where most make repairs using material. In fact, its range is not limited to typical panels of neutral brown. To see this, simply visit the nearest "construction" point of sale.

How to choose

When choosing PVC for decorating the bathroom are guided by three main aspects:

• Dimensions. Selected in accordance with the future of the interior of the room and its dimensions;
• Quality. This parameter depends on the life of the material;
• Texture. Determined by the desired decorative effect.

The panels are classified into two types depending on the location:

• Ceiling;
• Wall.

In this appearance, they are divided further into three types:

• Seamless. Joints Of course there are, but they are unobtrusive and create the illusion of a continuous coating;
• Relief. They have clearly defined seams;
• Combined options. Something between the obvious joints and disguised.

The most important requirement in the selection of PVC will still be its quality. Design features take a back seat to security of home owners.

choice of style

Traditional bathroom is considered the marine style. It is most clearly reflects the functional purpose of the premises. The interior walls generally use a combination of white and blue. The texture may simulate panels sand, pebbles or water surface. It prefers high-tech simulation of steel and Provence - aged wood. The design with the more expensive decor acquire special panels, which are collected in the manner of a mosaic. On their surface coated drawing: dolphins, starfish, horses, jellyfish and other inhabitants of the deep. For romantic atmosphere used with the appropriate panel images: rose, iris, tulip, orchid. Japanese-style pagoda are always present and the branches of cherry blossoms. For ageless classics selected panel with floral patterns, and simulated stucco perimeter. In minimalism, monochrome versions only allowed in soothing shades of white, gray, blue. In small bathrooms is better to use light, modern trends, where designers choose the functionality at the expense of complexity finishes. The spacious rooms can experiment by dividing them into zones (bath, toilet, washbasin) via different texture finishes.

A variety of textures and colors

The texture PVC can simulate virtually any natural material. The most popular are:

• Wood pattern;
• Brickwork;
• Marble or granite

Color gamut boundaries PVC panels does not have. The range includes a variety of shades, but traditionally prefer for the bathroom:

• blue;
• white;
• pink;
• Beige.

In small rooms due to plain panels with seams (horizontal) pushing the spatial framework. A similar method (vertical) works in rooms with low ceilings.

mounting methods

Before you go to the store for a finishing material, necessary to carry out measurements. Calculate the total surface area, which will be decorated with plastic. Its width multiplied by the height. From the resulting number is subtracted area of ​​doorways and windows, if any in the room. Latest for rooms in Khrushchev certainly a rarity, but in a private house bathroom can have them even more. It is also worth to remove from the total value of the bath zone, if that is adjacent to the wall, and repair does not involve dismantling it. After the calculations are sent for material. Methods of installation PVC panels are two:

Adhesive (frameless)	The panels are attached directly to the wall.
framed	special crate is placed under material.

In addition to a set of tools to work further required:

• Floor and ceiling moldings;
• Corners.

These materials fulfill a decorative function, but without the interior design will seem incomplete.

Required tools

The list of tools for finishing the bathroom of PVC panels are:

• Drill, hacksaw, screwdriver;
• Building level, tape measure, pencil, square;
• Screws and dowels;
• Construction adhesive, screws or klyaymery;
• The bars are made of wood or metal lath;
• Sealant for treatment of joints.

The list can be extended. A set of tools depends on the method of fixing the panels to the wall surface.

frame method

This type of installation is not suitable for small rooms. Frame inevitable "eat" valuable centimeters. Typically, such a process is selected for finishing ceiling. As mentioned above, the material has a particular structure (without pores), and therefore does not become a hotbed of harmful organisms. But if under the panels are empty, then they may eventually settle the whole colonies of bacteria and mold. Moreover, when the carcass stock is significantly increased risk of damaging the material becomes more brittle, not having under a solid surface. From the obvious advantages the ability to mark crates to hide obvious defects in the wall: it is possible to mask the roughness or curvature.

Finishing work is conventionally divided into several stages:

• Application layout and installation of the first rails. Future crate constructed of wood or metal bars. Bathroom is better to stop the election on the second, as the wood is durable and less susceptible to rotting. The main line is carried horizontally around the perimeter of the room. Focusing on it, using dowels attached first rail. At the bottom near the floor in a similar manner the second set. Of them will be pushed in further work.
• Fixing additional racks. The optimum distance between them is considered to be a distance of 50 cm. Before installing additional rails, check their "horizontal" with a spirit level.
• Fixing moldings. They are necessary to mask the joints in the corners of the area.

After work on the frame completed proceed to installation of plastic panels. Begin the process with the wall, which is at all times in full view (distant). By sheathing material is attached with screws via screwdriver. The panels are inserted into the corners (moldings) and bolted to the frame. On each side of each has special grooves that allow you to connect them to each other. For better coupling them lightly rap hammer.

Adhesive lining method

Adhesive method devoid of all the drawbacks of the frame, but is associated with additional finishing works: putty and primer surface. First performed only when necessary, it is not a mandatory preparatory phase. If the walls have obvious irregularities Scherbiny or damage without causing the filler can not do. Defects are smoothed and leveled surface. After drying putty wall primed to provide good coupling with the adhesive. Panel before mounting clip as needed.

Wall surface pointwise applied adhesive layer (so-called "liquid nail"). At the same time try not to cover up the place where will be situated panel seams, as the substance can seep through them. As the adhesive method must keep track of precisely how much material rests on the surface. The process of completing the installation of framing profile.

How to cut the panel correctly

Suitable for cutting PVC hacksaw on wood or metal with a fine tooth comb. With these tools you can handle at a time, several panels, which is useful when a large amount of work. We should not press hard on the material, as it can crack or break. When cutting the panel held at an angle of approximately 45 degrees to face up. Also suitable for work or electric jigsaw, but during the process, you must carefully control the pressing force, so as not to break the material. "Conveyers" and "grinder" is not suitable for cutting PVC, since PVC is too fragile for such tools. In addition, during rapid rotation of disc material is heated, and it is known to parallel starts to produce toxins.

conclusion

The main plus plastic panels is that their installation is easy to implement with their own hands without the involvement of teams of specialists. All that is required of the novice master at the finish, so it is smooth attachment of each module. Bathroom, kitchen and hallway PVC is considered the best option, which combines good performance and the possibility of realization of any design fantasies. Trim panels are not only walls, but also to the ceiling. Especially it luxurious look when installing spotlights, which emphasize the surface features.