Screen for a bath with your own hands

Bathroom - a room equipped with various plumbing fixtures( shower, bath, sink, etc.).Usually, the cleanliness of the owners is determined precisely by the bathroom, because in it must be kept perfectly clean, as in the operating room. Today, many people buy additional equipment in the bathroom, which can transform it and make it more comfortable. For example, it was very fashionable to install the screen under the bath with your own hands. In most cases, it acts as a design detail of the bathroom interior. Let's consider what options can be and how to do this work in general.

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What can be a screen for a bath: varieties of models

There are several different types of screens for baths. You can choose one or the other, based on the size of the bath and the area of ​​the room. Consider the main types of screens:

• Deaf is one of the simplest options, as the installation process is quite easy. The bottom of the bath is laid with bricks or plasterboard. The space under the bathroom remains untouched, hence the name of the screen. Top of the finished construction is covered with tiles. Select the decorating material can be in tone to the floor or to the bath.
• Swash - a more advanced version of a deaf model of the screen. In the swing screen there are two built-in shelves, which are designed to store household chemicals and other things.
• Folding - in this model, the doors lean forward, due to the hinges and latches. Under such a screen you can store various cosmetic and household products.
• Sliding - this kind of screen for a bath is very popular among owners of small apartments. The design of this model is very similar to the closet, as the doors move on special runners.

Important! Regardless of which model of the screen you choose, it is necessary to make a door under the bathroom. This is necessary in order that in an emergency situation it is not necessary to break the whole structure.

Materials for the screen under the bath

To make the screen under the bath, you should choose a quality and reliable material. Now such decorative designs make of the most various materials. But the basis of this installation is a frame, which is often made of wood. It must be treated with special antifungal agents.

Usually, bathroom screens are made of the following materials:

• Drywall. After its installation, various decorative products( tiles, wallpaper) are superimposed on top.
• OSB and MDF.
• Particleboard - used only for swing models.
• Polyvinyl chloride.
• Stone.
• Wood.

Important! You can make a screen for a bath using improvised materials. For example, nylon fabric. It looks very nice, if you then trim it with leather or an oilcloth.

Screen requirements for the

bath. Regardless of which material you have chosen, you need to comply with certain requirements for all bath screen models:

• During installation of this design, you should divide the space under the bath from the floor.
• This design in most cases is only a design. Only certain models differ in some functions( for example, storage of household chemicals).
• For all models, when installing them, it is recommended to make a special door for quick access to the pipes.
• For such designs it is desirable to make special steps for the feet, as this is very convenient when washing the bath.

Following these simple rules, you can create a cozy atmosphere in the bathroom.

Shape of the screens for the

bathtub. Whether you create a design yourself or seek help from a qualified technician, you must first determine the shape of the screen. Each type has its advantages and disadvantages, and the choice, accordingly, should be made based on their own wishes:

1. Leg space - this type is very easy to use, as it will be possible to approach the bath as close as possible. Plus, it is very convenient to bathe the children and wash the bath itself.
2. Blank wall - before installing a screen of this type, first of all, it is necessary to check the serviceability of all pipes, as in the future this will not be easy. This installation does not involve any additional facilities( niches for household chemicals and footwells).
3. Inclined angle - created to increase comfort. In addition, the slope in this type of installation resembles a recess that plays a big role in bath washing.
4. Curvilinear design - this type is usually installed by owners of round bathtubs. In addition, ready models in the store can not be found, since they are made only by hand.

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Bath screen with your own hands

Not all models of bathtubs can be found ready-made, because some have it installed very low, while others - on the contrary, high. In addition, you need to look for or make the screen itself, given the size of the bath. In order to reliably establish such a structure, you should choose a quality material and stock up all the necessary tools. If you doubt your skills, contact a specialist who can not only do the work, but also consult.

Screen materials: types and requirements

Often, bath screens are made as follows:

• A waterproof sheet material for the frame is used. Despite the important quality of moisture resistance, the product must be primed with a special agent that increases water resistance. Also, additional treatment with antifungal solutions will not interfere. The sheet material will be more reliably fixed on the galvanized frame.
• Brick construction - in most cases used for acrylic baths, as part of the load goes to a brick screen. When installing it, you need to use red or ceramic bricks, since they have good resistance to moisture. In order to avoid unforeseen problem situations( flood, pipe failure), the masonry should be primed from the inside.
• Foam concrete - to fold the structure is quite easy, since the blocks are large and it is not difficult to fasten them under the bath. Fix this construction with a special glue. Very often used for acrylic baths.

How to make a screen from gypsum board, MDF, OSB?

Drywall is considered to be a fairly lightweight construction material, unlike brick. What recommendations are important here:

1. Before installing such a structure, you should make sure of access to the pipes under the bathroom.
2. For increased comfort it is recommended to make a special opening on the screen for access to the plumbing units.
3. First of all, you need to install a framework. The most suitable option is the mounting bar, because it is inexpensive at cost. You can also use a metal installation, but the price will be much higher, due to the useful properties of the material.
4. Both versions of the carcass are mounted on the same principle - self-tapping screws and dowel fasteners.
5. Before fixing the gypsum board, it is necessary to take into account all the markings and the size of the bath.

Important! The service life of the gypsum board is about 25 years, with proper use.

MDF and OSB slabs - practically no different from drywall. However, there are certain nuances in the installation of the frame:

• It is necessary to make several cuts in the design for the ventilation effect.
• Such slots are preferably cut in front of the "emergency" door.
• It is also possible to make several small holes in the entire area of ​​the structure.
• The main thing is to fix a plastic grid on this ventilation slot.

How to make a screen from PVC panels?

It is not difficult to build a structure for a PVC panel bath and does not require any serious efforts:

1. In the process of cutting panels use special sharp knives, because the raw materials are very fragile.
2. In order to make a frame, it is necessary to use square pipes, screws and metal beams. The
3. is going to the frame, with the help of special angles.
4. The bottom of the screen is fixed with a sealant.
5. The construction panels are inserted into the runners located in the side. For convenience, you can attach the handles.

Following all of these recommendations, you can easily make a sliding screen under the bath with your own hands.

How to make a screen from plastic lining?

The product from plastic lining looks very nice and aesthetically pleasing in the bathroom. To create it, use three guiding profiles:

1. Top - holds a part of the weight.
2. Mid - is needed to improve the quality and reliability of the product.
3. Lower - holds the first two profiles.

Important! If you decide to build a screen of a deaf type, you need to cut out the window for access to the sanitation units. In the case of a sliding type, you need to perform the same actions as with PVC panels. In addition, all joints and joints should be treated with a sealant.

Thus, you can make your own hands as a sliding, and a blank screen under a bath of plastic panels.

As for corner Jacuzzi, it is best to use plastic, as it is very convenient and practical to use. Make a corner screen under the bath with your own hands is simple, the main thing is to repeat all the bends of the Jacuzzi( bath), then the end result will be positive. To create such a design detail, you do not need any special tools. You will need:

• Wooden bars - attach to the frame.
• Adhesive - fastens all parts.
• Guide profiles - for fixing wooden bars.

Important! For finishing often use brickwork or mosaic. Also, for plating, fast-drying fabrics are used that have good resistance to water.

Now you have an idea of ​​how to make a screen for a bath with your own hands, and probably already looked at a more interesting idea for yourself. It remains a matter of small - to implement it, because it is easy and will not require you to spend a lot of time.