Bath screen: how to choose the right option, main types

To decorate the bowl beautifully, a bath screen is often used. We offer you to figure out how to choose the right model for a particular room. Get to know the main varieties and their distinctive features.

Why do you need a screen under the bath: basic functions

The bathroom screen serves a number of useful functions:

• protective. They will allow you to hide plumbing and communications from prying eyes and unwanted external influences;
• decorative. With its help, a finished and beautiful appearance is given to the bathroom;
• utilitarian. Most designs allow you to use the internal space under the bathroom for storing various things.

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Varieties of screens for a bath by design

The design of the bath screen may differ significantly. This allows you to choose the best option, taking into account the area and free space. Each option has its own distinctive features. We invite you to get to know them.

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Swinging

Such designs are relevant for owners large bathrooms. Opening the sash requires free space, which causes some inconvenience in the case of limited space. If the area allows, it is worth making a choice in favor of this option, since in this case the bath will look like part of the installed headset. Such an interior will be more harmonious and complete.

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Sliding

Sliding screens are the best option when space is limited. This design provides free access to the property under the bathroom. Such devices are easy to install, but at the same time they impose increased requirements on the order of installation work. Otherwise, the system will turn out to be fragile and will require repair over time.

The structure consists of guides and panels moving along them. The durability of the system depends on the strength characteristics of these elements. For their manufacture can be used:

• plastic. A durable and affordable option that resists moisture. The color of the plastic elements remains unchanged throughout the entire period of operation. Unable to withstand significant mechanical stress. With a strong impact, it can easily crack;
• aluminum. It surpasses plastic elements in strength. Withstand significant mechanical stress. Resists moisture. Allows coloring in different colors. However, they do not always harmoniously fit into the surrounding interior;
• woodthat has undergone the necessary processing.

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Folding

Folding models are characterized by an original design. They are used to store various items. A special mechanism with hinges and handles ensures smooth door opening. Inside the flaps, narrow shelves are often provided, on which shampoos, cleaning agents are installed, and bars of soap are stacked.

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"Flip screens are difficult to install, but convenient to use."

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Deaf removable

These screens are often part of the modern acrylic bathroom. They are made taking into account the required shape and size. Allows you to completely close the space under the bowl. They have a presentable appearance. Looks like part of a bath.

With the help of a removable screen, it is possible to hide the communications under the bathroom. If necessary, it can always be removed and set aside to provide a free approach. The installation process of removable systems is more complicated than sliding structures. At the same time, the space under the bathroom is no longer used for storing items that have to be used constantly.

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Stationary

You won't be able to buy such screens right away. They are made individually, taking into account the characteristics and dimensions of the space under the bathroom. They are often faced with the same tiles or mosaics, with which the walls of the room were previously tiled. For access to communications, small doors or hatches of various types are provided. This allows necessary maintenance or repairs to be carried out, but cannot be used to store various items.

In terms of service life, screens of this type are often the most durable. However, the impossibility of full access to the space under the bowl is their significant drawback. If necessary, to ensure full access to communications, the screen will have to be dismantled. Also, some difficulties may arise already at the installation stage. First you will need to install the frame, then fix it drywall sheet and complete the finishing.

Advice! When deciding to opt for a stationary screen, leave a little space at the bottom to be able to come close to the bathroom.

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Materials for making screens for a bath

Various materials are used for the manufacture of bath screens. This affects their appearance, cost and service life. We offer you to get acquainted with the main varieties and their distinctive features.

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Plastic and acrylic

Plastic panels are practical. They can be cleaned quickly and are convenient to use. When installing such products, there are usually no difficulties. They have sufficient strength and allow you to choose the right color and texture. The service life of plastic screens is quite long. Subject to the manufacturer's recommendations, they retain their original appearance for 30 years. At the same time, they have a very affordable cost.

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Acrylic models are often sold with a bathtub made of the same material. They are based on plastic, which is covered with an acrylic layer on top. Each model has an individual approach. That is why buying a protective screen separately from the bathroom can cause certain difficulties, since it will be difficult to choose the right option, taking into account the required configuration.

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"Acrylic panels are only suitable for bathtubs of the same material."

Most often they are made in solid, but some manufacturers offer other types as well. The panels fit snugly against the sides of the bowl.

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Glass and mirrored

Glassware is ideal for an ultramodern room. They are usually made sliding. For the manufacture, mainly organic glass is used, which is a moisture resistant material. No mold or mildew appears on its surface.

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Mirrors are more expensive than glass ones. At the same time, in the process of leaving, some difficulties arise. The fact is that it is quite difficult to ensure cleanliness. Despite this, mirror models are in good demand. This is due to the possibility of visual expansion of the space. That is why they are often purchased for rooms with a small area.

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MDF and OSB

One of the most affordable options. These panels are characterized by:

Among the shortcomings, it is worth noting the limited service life, the possibility of deformation, despite the surface lamination. Manufacturers offer products with standard dimensions, which creates some difficulties in selecting a suitable option for a room with non-standard dimensions.

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Aluminum and wood

Aluminum products attract with their affordable cost. Such screens are cheaper than glass counterparts and even a number of plastic products. Due to their high strength, they have a long service life. Aluminum does not corrode. Resists wear well. The low weight makes installation and transportation much easier. At the same time, you can always choose the right option depending on the color scheme of the interior.

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Wooden ones are made from natural materials. They are practical and have a long service life. Available. They are monolithic, swing and sliding. If necessary, the wooden base is laminated with various films, giving it the necessary design. Wooden screens do not need much maintenance.

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Plasterboard with ceramic tiles

Drywall is often used to form a solid bath screen. Installation is carried out on a solid frame that provides the required spatial position of the panel. The frame can be made of metal or timber treated with an antiseptic compound. Installed panels are tiled.

Attention! Drywall may swell on contact with water.

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Bath screens sizes

The screen size is selected taking into account the dimensions of the bathroom. Manufacturers offer ready-made panels, the length of which varies from 150 to 180 cm in 10 cm increments. In the catalogs of some manufacturers, you can find products with a length of 100 and 120 cm. The height also varies. Manufacturers offer a design with a height of 50 or 60 cm.

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"For custom bowls, the screen is often custom made."

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Leading manufacturers

The most popular products are:

• MetaCammade of PVC and cellular polypropylene. The manufacturer offers to make panels to order with color photo printing. Thanks to the solvent print, it is possible to prevent the fading of the plastic over time. It can be washed using cleaning products;
• Alavann. In the catalog of the Russian manufacturer, you can find beautiful and at the same time practical products from laminated MDF. For the manufacture of the case, frame and door, high-quality moisture-resistant material is used;
• Vannbock. For the manufacture of its products, the company uses high-quality polyvinyl chloride. The products have an original design with fashionable designs and patterns. Some are floor-mounted, others can be adjusted with removable feet;
• Vod-ok. The company offers chic models that can harmoniously fit into any interior. The number of doors depends on the version. There are models with elegant chrome handles. Two-year warranty;
• Emmy. Durable and high quality products can become a part of any interior. For the manufacture of the frame, a high-quality aluminum profile is used;
• Europlex. Quality models made of moisture-resistant MDF with a sturdy aluminum frame. Choice of colors and designs;
• Hummer. The company offers original designs of invisible hatches. In the closed position, such a screen looks solid. If you need access to communications, the lid can be folded back, freeing up the space necessary for work;
• Triton. Quality white acrylic products are targeted at acrylic baths from the same manufacturer. Deaf structures ensure complete tightness of the space under the bathroom;
• Santek. In the manufacturer's catalog, you can find models of different sizes and shapes, including corner options.

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Popular models

Despite the wide variety of protective screens, the following models are most popular:

• SanTa Standard. A versatile model made of MDF. Height adjustable. Uses a slider opening mechanism;
• MetaCam. Aluminum model. With an affordable cost, it has a long service life. Attracts with presentability and functionality;
• VannBok Class. Inexpensive budget model with an aluminum frame. Easy to assemble. Allows the use of additional shelves to organize the internal space.

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How to choose a screen for a bath - our editorial team's recommendations

To purchase a suitable model, you need:

• carefully measure the dimensions of the opening under the bathroom;
• choose a suitable design, taking into account the characteristics of the room and financial capabilities. For example, for a typical bathroom, you should not purchase a folding model. With limited space, the stationary option would be the best option;
• decide on the order of access to communications;
• give preference to moisture resistant material;
• provide for the possibility of adjusting the mounted panel.

Attention! The design and color scheme are chosen solely based on personal preference.

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Installing a screen under the bath

Many people install a screen under the bath with their own hands. This requires:

Illustration	Procedure
	Installation work begins with the layout of the space. When performing the subsequent tiling, a distance for the thickness of the tile and the adhesive composition must be provided
	In accordance with the made markings on the level, a metal profile is mounted. Bottom and side elements are installed
	For the device of the upper part, we connect two profiles of 27 × 60 mm and one profile of 27 × 28 mm to meet each other. This allows you to ensure sufficient rigidity of the mounted element.
	The formed structure is neatly installed in place. A gap of 2 - 3 cm is left between the top bar and the side of the bathroom.
	The space between the bowl and the top profile is filled with foam. Excess foam is gently squeezed by hand
	A drywall sheet is attached. A door is being installed for access to communications. Tiling in progress

Share in the comments which screen is under your bathroom? How did you choose the right model?