Skirting Bathroom: materials selection, installation, technology advice

This room is exploited intensively, so it is equipping pay attention. It's nice to see a harmonious daily interior. Conveniently, when care is not accompanied by unnecessary troubles. Any owner will like it, if it will increase the interval between mandatory repairs. To get the desired result it is necessary to carefully examine all components of the design. This article discusses in detail the plinth for the bathroom. Here is information about different materials, technologies, their applications, particularly the selection, design techniques.

What specifications should have a quality skirting bathroom

Before designing it is necessary to pinpoint the purpose of the product. plinth Bath selected in accordance with the general requirements design. In some cases, it is not only the color but also the form.

These examples are clear only some functionality shaped corner fittings. In fact, we have to take into account the peculiarities of a particular project.

connect it equipment Power and signal transmission network may be via a cable, which is laid under the plinth.

In this room, the surface exposed to various external influences:

• Sudden changes humidity and the temperature is in the process of implementation of hygienic procedures.
• For cleaning, Solid formation from calcium and magnesium salts, strong chemical agents used.
• Heat and water availability - a favorable conditions for microorganisms, insect pests.
• Floor baseboards must be strong so that they do not damage the careless handling.
• If there is in the room windowWe have to take into account the negative impact on the material to direct sunlight.

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Advantages and disadvantages of different materials

When identified general risks and requirements, you can start over. This analysis should be carried out in the complex to avoid mutual negative influence of different customer parameters. In addition, check the ease of installation and compatibility with engineering systems.

Easy and cost-effective solution

The use of this plinth Bath offers the following advantages:

• Reasonable cost of the material. Even in finishing large areas do not require significant financial investments.
• Light weight does not cause any difficulties in transportation. Mount such products is not difficult without an assistant, it is also useful for economy Money.
• Such a material is well suited for application of paint.
• It does not absorb water. Under normal operating conditions - does not emit chemicals into the environment.

For the plinth in the bathtub on the floor is better to choose another, more durable material. To prevent flammability, it is necessary to purchase the modification with the additional designation "C" in the title. It confirms the presence of particular flame retardant additives. The foam is destroyed by UV radiation, so it is not set in front of windows.

Is suitable color and size is not difficult to find the floor of plastic moldings

Buy a plastic border For bathroom in strict accordance with the individual needs really is not difficult. These products offer a wide range of specialty shops. They are created using the extrusion of polyvinyl chloride, and other polymers.

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The advantages of such moldings for the tank are listed below:

• With light products it is not difficult to perform the various work operations.
• The flexibility and availability of special rubber pads around the edges provides a perfect fit to the walls.
• These cappings are not absorb water, odors, pollution.
• They are resistant to radiation in ultraviolet spectral range.
• You do not need the application of decorative coatings.
• If the installation is done on the profile, it is not difficult then promptly replace the damaged item.
• Built-in channel quality is suitable for laying cable lines.

What good ceramic floor plinth

If you buy a ceramic skirting to the bathroom, will use the following advantages:

• high strength;
• resistance to temperature, water, aggressive chemical compounds;
• durability;
• easy maintenance.

But we must not forget about the shortcomings:

• Such products weigh much, so working with them is more difficult.
• We have to use special technologies, tools for accurate cuts.
• Lack of flexibility would create problems at the slightest uneven support surface for finishing curved elements of architectural designs.
• Plastic damps shocks and cracks are formed in the ceramic from such influences.
• These elements are mounted on glue, cement solution. Their operational dismantling impossible.
• They are available in limited colors (forms) range, which complicates the selection of suitable additions to a particular design.

Natural materials and alternative solutions

In addition to the amazing appearance to the "plus" could be considered strength, fire safety. "Cons" are listed below:

• The high cost of these products is the natural financial restrictions.
• They are very difficult to handle.
• To replace the need is exactly the same stone.

Note! Unscrupulous manufacturers offer a marble plinth veined. It is not suitable for use in high humidity areas since absorbs water with the consequent formation of cracks.

Some products in this class are natural analogues are superior in its consumer characteristics.

Such elements have a comparatively small cost, moisture resistance, and other advantages of polymers.

Important! For cleaning natural stone professionals recommend the use of specialized tools.

mount technology

To find out exactly how to select a plinth gender (ceiling), It is necessary to get acquainted with the product installation techniques. Some of them are available to play on their own, without resorting to experienced masters and specialized construction companies.

Photo	The sequence of actions and professional advice
	First you have to make a plan to buy all the necessary ingredients: the tools and fasteners, Skirting boards and coupling elements. If you make a small margin, will not have to interrupt the workflow for shopping. He will come in handy in the future repairs.
	several of these inserts can be used for the passage of bent portions.
	Fix the plinth on special clips. Here is an example of the mounting of the plastic elements.
	Apply and similar metal parts. The lower part is installed in the gap between wall and floor covering. Top fixed rigidly softwood.
	There are those designs. One part attached to the wall with screws. It has a built-in Cable channel. Baseboard joins snaps. To consolidate the need to make a little effort.
	Models with a chute attached to the first wall. Tape cover snapped after the cable line installation.
	For precise cutoff at the desired angle of plastic parts using such a device.
	Skirting boards made of plastic, stone and other materials can be installed on an appropriate adhesive compound. But we must not forget that such a process involves dismantling embarrassing.
	Neat dock and bathroom ceramic tiles made easier with the help of such specialized products.

How to choose a plastic plinth floor: price and other features of modern market

Photo	Brand / model	Dimensions in mm (length x depth x height)	Price in rubles. 1 m. running.	notes
	Ideal / "Comfort"	2500 x 22 x 55	17-18	This model is designed with built-in channel. His closing plug after cable installation. Rubberized ends provide a snug fit to the surface.
	Ideal / "Elite"	2500 x 22 x 67	34-38	This structure consists of two parts. In the range of brand products are presented different types of lamination, mimic wood, stone.
	Tarkett / 215 «MessinaElm»	2500 x 20.5 x 60	40-45	This manufacturer uses external coating, with high accuracy repeating the original aesthetic characteristics. Even on closer inspection reveal the difference is not easy.
	Cezar / 216	2500 x 22 x 60	46-52	The range of products there are many different components for the creation of complex joints, cable channels output.
	Ideal / "Elite Maxi"	2500 x 25 x 85	47-52	This series features extra tall items.
	Aberhof / ABF60	2500 x 20.5 x 60	56-62	Rubber pads at the ends, in the structure of a channel for cables.
	Cezar / Hi-Line	2500 x 23.4 x 75	95-108	The plinth is made of PVC. A modern design, a large channel for cable routing assembly.
	Arbiton / Indo	2500 x 26 x 70	88 — 95	Supplied with fastening.

Important! When choosing a plastic plinth to ceiling should be borne in mind that mechanical impact will be. In these places it is possible to establish low-cost modification without integral stiffeners.

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Conclusions and additional important nuances

For accurate selection must take into account the complex the following factors:

• product cost;
• matching the appearance of the design of the room;
• resistance to external influences, and particularly of care;
• durability, manufacturer warranty, customer feedback;
• ease of installation procedures;
• the possibility of eliminating defects.

Be sure to need to check whether there is an assortment of products all the necessary additional elements, fasteners, laths.