Communities DIY Blog Demountable bath screen

Every person, when arranging their home, and in particular their bathroom, wants to create the most comfortable environment possible. After all the necessary repair work has been completed, the question arises about decorating the bathroom.

Not every homeowner can boast of an expensive bathroom with an unusual body finish. More often this is an ordinary bathtub, in which the external side is not decorated. How can you make your bath look more attractive?

For this purpose, there are special screens and curtains that are installed under the bathroom. Many people install screens, but if the bathtub is of a non-standard size or shape, a curtain comes to the rescue.

Bath curtains are usually made of the same material as regular ones and can be easily purchased at any specialty store. But if you need your bathroom to look original, you can make curtains yourself.

How to choose curtains for a bath and make them yourself - read on.

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How to close the space under the bathroom if every penny counts? The cheapest and fastest way is to make a decorative curtain with your own hands. Behind it you can hide all the shortcomings of the plumbing, and, if necessary, household items and household chemicals. Making a curtain is very easy. The first step is to make a frame and string special mounting hardware onto it. And then sew a product from any non-woven material. Or you can buy a ready-made oilcloth shower curtain and shorten it to the required length. Advantages:

• cheap, practical and aesthetically pleasing;
• easily mounted on any bathtub, regardless of its configuration and dimensions;
• in the event of a water leak, there is direct access to the breakdown site.

This design solution is most suitable for country, retro or vintage style

First of all, let's understand what a finished screen is. This is an inexpensive design that can be found in hardware stores. It is easy to assemble and remove when necessary. Screens for decorating the bottom of the bathtub are usually made of plastic. A large selection of shades allows you to choose a product that matches the color of any interior. Screens with doors, which, in turn, can be hinged or sliding, are convenient in everyday life. The last factor will be a big plus for a small bathroom.

If the bathroom is small, you should take a closer look at ready-made screens with sliding doors and built-in storage shelves

If you choose a design with internal shelves or drawers, you can significantly relieve wall cabinets. And in the case of a small bathroom, remove them completely. Advantages:

• one hundred percent moisture resistance;
• duplicate the most common types of ceramic tiles in color;
• easy care;
• Quickly assembled and disassembled: installation instructions are included with the product.

Wood-look decorative screen

Here is a list of building materials for the capital structure:

• moisture-resistant plasterboard 10-12 mm thick;
• PVC panels or tiles;
• tile.

First you need to make a frame. It can be assembled from a wooden beam, which is less preferable, or an aluminum profile. The guide elements are attached directly to the floor and walls. Then the frame is covered with plasterboard. Don't forget to make a hatch for pipe inspection.

First of all, you need to make a frame

The base for a ceramic tile screen can be laid out of brick or foam block using cement mortar. To avoid having to break a major structure in the future, make a window through which you can repair plumbing equipment.

Don't forget to make an inspection hatch

Some companies that manufacture bathtubs of non-standard shapes also specially produce frames for a specific model. They are usually made from high-density plastic or foam. After the rough work is completed, you need to cover the surfaces with finishing material.

As the latter, you can use mosaics, PVC panels, wooden slats, artificial stone and even leather.

Ceramic tiles can be used as a finishing material

• long service life;
• reliability and capital construction;
• hygiene when facing with ceramic or PVC tiles;
• easy care.

Before installing the frame structure, we level the floor.

1. We lay water and drainage communications.
2. We lay the pedestal out of brick and cover it with moisture-resistant plywood on top.

With a one-piece design, the bathtub is installed on a podium, but, if desired, it can also be placed in a recess. 3. We sew up the side surfaces with moisture-resistant plasterboard or expanded polystyrene boards.

Bath built into the podium

When choosing cladding for the podium, you need to take into account the color scheme of existing finishing materials and the general style of the room. Advantages: • monumental and decorative; • strength and durability.

Stylish podium for a spacious bathroom in a modern style

If you want to close the bathtub yourself, use one of the first two methods. It is better to entrust the construction of a podium and other capital structures made of brick to professionals.

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Podium

How to make a screen under a bathtub with your own hands
Another current option on how to close the space under the bathtub with your own hands is to use a podium. Such a pedestal will look good only in a spacious bathroom. It is best to use this type of design if the font is located in the center of the room.

To do this you should prepare:

• artificial stone;
• ordinary brick;
• natural wood;
• marble.

Before starting construction of the podium, it is important to correctly calculate the supply of communications. If the bathtub will be located on a hill, then it should be tilted in the direction where the drain is located. To place the bathroom level with the floor, additional thermal insulation and a water-repellent membrane are added to the design

To place the bathroom level with the floor, additional thermal insulation and a water-repellent membrane are added to the design.

When the podium is made of brick, professionals advise choosing ceramic tiles for cladding. If the pedestal is made of natural wood, then the material is coated with a hydrophobic composition, and only then a varnish coating is applied.

This method makes it possible to completely insulate pipes and drains, but at the same time carries an exclusively decorative element. The podium is not functional; drawers or shelves cannot be built into it, which is not always convenient. The advantage is the original decoration of the design; usually decorative mosaics are used for podiums.

There is quite a large choice of how and with what to close the basement space, and everyone can choose a method according to their budget and skills

It is very important to consider that the design of the bathroom should be in harmony with the design of the room, while it should be functional and comfortable. A podium and closed screens are used for a spacious bathroom

If the room is not large in size, then you should pay attention to a more functional design of the basement space

Making a shower curtain, choosing material

In some situations, it can be easier to make a shower curtain with your own hands than to waste time visiting markets and shops.

What qualities should a curtain material have:

1. Strength. The most durable are vinyl products, and the least durable are polyester. PVC film quickly loses color when exposed to direct sunlight.
2. Moisture resistance. Textile products have the least moisture resistance, but acrylic or polyester are perfect.
3. Bath configuration and location. If the bathtub is in a niche, then the cornice will rest against the walls on the sides. All other options require a curved cornice and curtains made of lightweight materials.

It is advisable to select bath curtains in accordance with the overall stylistic direction of the room.

A little patience and perseverance will help you add some zest to the bathroom interior by making a designer bath curtain.

Making a rigid curtain

To make a rigid stationary curtain for the bathroom, you need to purchase profiles suitable for sliding systems at the construction market or in a store. They will become the base of the shower curtain.

For doors, you can choose a narrower profile. Assembly consists of installing the springs on the floor and connecting the profiles to each other in the required sequence.

The space inside the frame can be filled:

• polycarbonate;
• acrylic sheet;
• plastic panel;
• special plastic that imitates glass.

If this option turns out to be too complicated, you can make everything simpler:

• buy an inexpensive accordion door;
• disassemble it into its component parts;
• remove rollers and guides from the structure.

Then make a new curtain for the bathroom by inserting panels from any material you like into the old guides.

Making soft curtains for the bathroom

Making soft models with your own hands is much easier; even a person without special skills can handle it.

What materials will you need:

• moisture-resistant material;
• ruler, soap or chalk;
• scissors;
• needles;
• threads;
• sewing machine.

In order to complete the task as quickly as possible, you should proceed as follows:

1. Use a ruler to calculate the distance from the pipe to the floor surface. But there is no need to make the product very long; the optimal height from the floor is 15-20 cm.
2. Cut out a rectangle from the material. Its width should exceed the length of the bathtub bowl by 10-15 centimeters.
3. Process the edges of the resulting fabric figure by hand or by machine.
4. To decorate the product, you can cut out figures from the same or another fabric, and then sew them on top of the canvas. You can also use inserts of a different color, ruffles, folds and anything else your imagination allows.

The finished product must be hung on a mount. Bathroom curtain mounts can be of several types:

1. Barbell. It can be made of wood, plastic or metal, and is fixed on the wall with brackets. Plastic fastening is the cheapest and cannot be used to hang heavy curtains. The metal cornice will withstand even heavy curtains. Wooden fastenings are available in different colors; their strength is sufficient for medium-weight curtains.
2. Kernel. Attaches to the wall and ceiling. There are two types: sliding rod and shutter rod. One side of this product is equipped with loops on which it is convenient to hang a curtain. The spring mechanism in the extendable rod allows you to change its length.

You can hang the curtain using clips, special rings or fleurons. All necessary fasteners are sold in construction hypermarkets, in the bath section.

Curtains created with love and with your own hands are much more interesting than purchased ones, because such a thing exists in a single copy.

With frills

One of the easiest ways to create an unusual curtain for the bathroom is to sew beautiful ruffles on a ready-made curtain. To do this you will need:

• a piece of waterproof material;
• tailor's scissors or cutter;
• sewing machine;
• safety pins;
• pencil;
• ruler.

You need to act in the following order:

• We apply markings on the curtain along which the frills will be attached. The number and width of stripes depends only on your wishes.
• Then we cut out strips of the appropriate size from waterproof fabric (the length of the strips should be 5 cm longer than the length of the curtain).
• Now strips of fabric should be attached to the curtain according to the markings.
• Sew the frills to the curtain from the front side. You should start working from the bottom row and move up. A beautiful and unusual bath curtain is ready!

Stationary

Another name is that capital screens are non-removable panels. The closed part at the bottom of the bathroom makes access to the basement difficult. It will be very difficult to install the product yourself, so it is better to trust the professionals. These models are a structure that requires additional finishing. Such screens are usually made from the following materials:

Once the material has been chosen, the panels can be finished in any style. If you wish, you can paint them yourself or use tiles instead of paint, which is very convenient. In addition, it is possible to use film, PVC panel or artificial stone as a finishing material.

In some cases, the basement space is decorated with wood, however, in this case it is better to choose waterproof species - oak or beech.

Brick options

Brick models are the most reliable foundation, they are distinguished by an affordable price, as well as ease of construction, which can be done with your own hands. The one-piece design consists of laying bricks with cement mortar, which provides the screen with reliability and strength. Facing is carried out with any material available for this purpose. The enclosed space will look attractive, and uneven masonry can be corrected with the amount of glue during finishing.

Drywall, MDF or plastic

Models made of plastic or plasterboard, like other materials, are attached to a pre-assembled structure in the form of metal profiles, as well as wooden blocks. For timber blocks, certain conditions must be met, i.e. They were treated and impregnated with protective compounds against moisture. After installation, the entire frame is sheathed with the necessary material.

Installation of a capital structure

No less popular is the permanent structure that covers the bottom of the bathtub. It is made from chipboard, plywood, moisture-resistant plasterboard or even brick. The finished frame is covered with tiles or other finishing materials. Today you can find ready-made frames for cladding on sale.

This capital structure allows you to get under the bath if you suddenly need it, and in its central part there is a recess for the feet

The disadvantage of this design is its monumentality. If there is a need to get under the bathtub, this fence will have to be broken. Therefore, the design needs to have a fairly wide window with a door. This window, if necessary, will provide the ability to store the same detergents under the bathtub.

Taking into account the fact that the bathtub can also be used for washing, for example, in the central part of the structure you can make a small inclined niche for the feet so as not to rest your toes on the tiles.

How to do this, watch the video:

Care

When purchasing a curtain, it would be a good idea to consult about its care. This often depends on the type of material used to make the structure.

To ensure that the product retains its original appearance for as long as possible, it is enough to follow some care rules:

After each bath, the curtain must be wiped dry with a soft cloth

In case of severe contamination, you can use a special liquid product; special attention should be paid to fittings. The handle and fastenings require additional care, so they should be wiped several times a week with a dry sponge or cloth.

DIY frame curtain installation

Frame sliding curtains for the bathroom are installed if the walls in the room are even: the distance at the level of the side of the bathroom and at the level of the top crossbar of the curtains should coincide. Then the doors will open/close easily, they will fit tightly against one another, preventing water from leaking through.

Typically, a frame curtain consists of a frame on which the rod sections are already attached, as well as a side mounting profile. The lower guide of the sliding bath curtain is installed directly on the side of the bath, the side profile is aligned in the center of the side. The order of work is as follows:

• We install the side profile vertically. They usually have three holes (maybe more). The profiles are positioned with their lower end along the side of the bathtub, positioned vertically upward, controlling the direction with a building level. Having aligned the profile, the locations for installing the fasteners are marked through the holes. Profiles are usually fastened with dowels. If the bathroom walls are tiled, before drilling a hole in the wall, take a ceramic drill and make holes in the tile. Then, changing the drill to another (for concrete or brick, depending on the wall material), make a hole to the required depth and hammer the plastic part of the dowel into it. To ensure tightness, silicone sealant (preferably sanitary, with antifungal additives) is applied to the back side of the profile. Having installed the profiles, secure them with dowel nails.
• There is usually no profile on the second side; the frame itself is attached directly. It also has three holes. All actions are similar, only this time you have to expose not the profile, but the entire frame. We level it, mark holes, drill, install dowels. Next, you need to apply sealant to the side and bottom. It is more convenient to apply it to the wall from the side, since during installation you will have to hold the frame with your hands.
• We install the frame in place, tucking its right edge into the installed profile. We apply silicone to the lower part, align the holes in the frame with those made on the wall, and secure it with dowel nails.
• The last thing is to fix the frame to the installed profile. To do this, there are two factory holes into which we install self-tapping screws. This completes the installation of the sliding frame curtain for the bathroom. All that remains is to install the plastic plugs covering the mounting locations.

To make caring for the sliding curtain in the bathroom easier, it is advisable to seal the gap that forms at the junction of the frame with the wall. You can use silicone, but polyurethane is better. Carefully fill the gap, immediately wiping off the excess.

Tips and tricks for arrangement

In a small room, every corner needs to be used. The door can be converted into a hanger for towels and clothes. It is enough to screw the hooks or crossbar to it. You can even attach a small shelf for small items. It is advisable to choose a sink with a bedside table where cleaning products, rags, sponges and other things will be stored. If this is not possible, it is recommended to buy a basket where you can store household chemicals or put dirty things. The space under the sink should be used to the maximum because it is functional and adds coziness to the room. All bathroom cabinets should have 2 or 3 tiers to save space. The wall above the toilet, as a rule, is not used in any way, since there is a risk of hitting your head on objects.

However, you can attach a small shelf to it for storing cosmetics, towels and toilet paper. It’s convenient to hang towels on hooks in the wall, so they don’t take up much space and are easy to take. However, if there is no space on the walls, you can use baskets and racks. Towels easily fold into “rolls” and other shapes. You can make a beautiful composition out of them. This arrangement saves a lot of space. Every home has things that are used very rarely: spare towels, household cleaning chemicals, a first aid kit, etc. You can store them on high shelves when there is no more space left on the floor and walls. They will not clutter up the space, and storage will become more convenient.

A mirror in the bathroom is an important attribute. In stores you can find models with opening shelves. The mirror plays the role of a door. Inside you can place cosmetics and household chemicals. A good solution would be to screw shelves on the sides of the mirror. To prevent cosmetics from lying everywhere, it is best to purchase an organizer or make one yourself. You can place shelves in the corner of the room. They won’t fit many items, but it’s better to add several levels for greater functionality. Placing furniture in the bathroom can be challenging due to the small space. Periodically, it is worth doing general cleaning and throwing away unnecessary things.

Material selection

When choosing a material, the following characteristics should be taken into account:

• Mechanical strength is highest for PVC products, lowest for polyester. Vinyl products are prone to color or pattern fading, but if there is no direct sunlight in the room, this problem is not relevant
• Moisture resistance – the main task of the curtain is to protect the rest of the room from water. Textile products perform worse than others in this regard. Despite the fact that they have a special impregnation, it is washed out over time and the material begins to get wet
• The shape and location of the bathtub, and the associated method of fastening. As a rule, for the “bath in a niche” option, when the ends of the device rest against opposite walls, and from here the curtain will be attached in the same way, the question is not very relevant. But if the bathtub is corner or has another curved shape, you will have to choose: either use an upper suspension to attach the curved cornice, or choose the lightest possible material for the curtain. And, in any case, this material must have sufficient flexibility to accurately follow the contour of the cornice
• Compliance with the overall stylistic decision of the bathroom

Original curtain design for connoisseurs of black humor

Curtain mounting methods:

• A round cornice, usually in the form of a telescopic pipe with spacer mounts in opposite walls
• String cornice – mounted on brackets, used only in the “bathtub in a niche” option
• Round curved cornice
• Rail type cornice - both straight and curved

The last two types are attached to the walls along the contour of the bathtub and may have hanging mounts.

In any case, when choosing the appropriate material, you should remember that the curtain for the bath takes up a fairly large area in the bathroom. Therefore, depending on how well the choice was made, it can either decorate the interior or ruin it.

However, given the simplicity of the product, failure is not a reason for disappointment - after all, a failed curtain can be replaced within a few minutes. The main thing is that the new solution should be more organic.

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Water pressure

Before installing equipment such as a tropical shower in your bathroom, you need to calculate the efficiency of water flow. As is clear from the size of the shower head, the consumption can be significant. The plumbing system must provide a sufficient amount of water for the tropical shower system to fully operate. As practice shows, the pressure requirements of wide shower heads are not too different from ordinary ones. There are water consumption standards for manufacturers of plumbing equipment, both Russian and foreign, which are not too different. The maximum water flow is regulated by filters or limiters built into the equipment, but what about the minimum values? For a high-quality rain shower system to fully operate, a pressure of at least 2 atmospheres is required, but you do not need complex measuring equipment. You just need to take a stopwatch and a container with a volume you know. For a soft shower, depending on the size of the nozzle, a flow of 5-7 liters per minute is sufficient, while for powerful jets you will need 9-15. If your system can provide such volumes, you can safely proceed to installing shower equipment. Otherwise, you need to increase the water pressure in the system by cleaning and replacing pipes, removing restrictors or installing special pressure pumps. In city apartments, such issues must be resolved by building management structures or water suppliers; water supply standards established by the state are quite capable of coping with a tropical rain shower system.

Decoration of curtains for the bath

You can sew the curtain yourself. You can use shower curtains that need to be reduced. In some cases, you can buy a simple, ready-made product and give free rein to your imagination.

Decorative elements will come in handy. Their list can be limited only by wishes and financial capabilities. You may need lace, foil, beads, seed beads, shells, sequins, feathers, shells, ruffles. It all depends on your imagination and the style of the room.

Such products look very harmonious in a bedroom in country, Provence, even Baroque style.

Application

Curtains that are decorated with appliqué look very interesting. You can use transparent or plain material as the base. It needs to be decorated with glue, scissors, and decorative elements. Almost any material can be glued. A transparent varnish will help fix it to the surface, which will give strength and moisture resistance. You can even use natural elements such as flower petals that will warm your memories on cold, winter evenings.

You can find funny photos from a family album, arrange a thematic collage, and dream about travel.

Decoupage on plastic

The decoupage technique is very interesting and loved today. It amazes not only with its simplicity of execution, but also with the possibilities of choosing patterns and shades. With its help, you can easily choose a unique design and make it part of your interior.

The cost of such work will also pleasantly please you. The surface on which the material can be applied is also almost any. A plastic screen will be an excellent canvas for your creativity.

There are some features that will allow the work to last for a long time. The first stage is processing with acrylic paint. After it dries, you can proceed to the most enjoyable stage. The drawings need to be cut out and wetted a little. Coat the screen with PVA glue; it is most suitable for this technique.

Pictures are laid out on top and leveling is carried out. The surface must be varnished. It is advisable to do this in several layers. A transparent, water-based, water-resistant varnish is suitable. Each subsequent layer is covered on top of the previous one. A thicker layer of varnish will reliably protect the surface.

Using a bath screen can not only transform your room beyond recognition, but also make the space functional. Such work is simple and convenient. There is absolutely no need to spend significant amounts of money to purchase them. You can make the design yourself, saving a significant amount.

Selecting curtains for different rooms

In the living room or hall

Installing curtains in the living room adds coziness and tenderness. They serve not only for decoration, but also for functional separation. In the classics, curtains for an arch can save you money on ordering doors of a non-standard size. For convenience, the material is hooked up with lambrequins with fringes.

Hanging curtains in the hallway is an interesting design move. They will transform the house, add style and comfort.

To the bedroom

Curtains for bedrooms should be gentle, muted shades. This will allow you to relax before bed. You can decorate them with glass beads and iridescent threads.

To the nursery

For children's curtains on the door frame, various types are used: regular muslin, rainbow, with beads, fabric with images of cartoons and favorite activities.

To the dressing room

The modern design of the doorway of the dressing room is done with dense models. The curtain should not let in light rays and allow you to see the contents of the shelves.

To the kitchen

A curtain has been used instead of a kitchen door for a very long time. In the present kitchen, thread or textile fabrics are hung

It is important to choose a material that absorbs kitchen aromas less, and also install a strong hood

To the pantry

The design of the pantry, as well as the dressing room, should hide many things from prying eyes. Therefore, dense monochrome materials or with a thematic pattern are selected.

What should a good curtain be like?

For all types of bathtubs, curtains are a must-have accessory, otherwise the floor and walls in the room will constantly be wet.

Curtains in the bathroom help to preserve the renovation for a long time, protect the bathtub from fungus and mold, and make the room cozy and beautiful. In order for a product to cope with its purpose, you need to choose it wisely.

Classic curtains

Classic models are very similar to window curtains - a curtain made of a special material is attached with rings to a flat or tubular cornice.

But there are also some differences from ordinary curtains: such a cornice is attached to the spacer between two parallel walls, and only material that has been previously impregnated with a special waterproofing substance can be used as a curtain.

Classic curtains can be created with your own hands without much difficulty.

Flexible curtains for the bathroom are made from the following materials:

• polyethylene;
• linen or cotton with impregnation;
• vinyl;
• polyester.

The cornice can have a straight or curved shape, depending on the configuration of the bathtub. A tubular cornice-spacer is suitable for a straight bathtub.

If the bathtub bowl is curved, then the supporting structure is the ceiling profile, which can be of any shape. However, such products have both advantages and disadvantages.

The most important advantages are:

1. Low cost. Such curtains do not need to be cleaned of dirt, but simply replaced with new ones if necessary.
2. Quick interior update. By changing the curtains, you can transform your bathroom in a matter of minutes.

Like any inexpensive accessory, cheap canvases have their drawbacks:

1. Short service life. Even if you take good care of the product, it will not last longer than a couple of years.
2. Rapid contamination. Inexpensive materials become covered with rust stains, deposits of mineral salts, and colonies of mold fungi appear on them. At the same time, when washing or cleaning, there is a possibility that the product will lose its presentable appearance.

Classic curtains are sold in supermarkets, construction markets and specialized boutiques of bath products. In addition to ready-made curtains, hand-made materials are also sold there.

Sliding curtains

The sliding structure is installed on the edges of the bathtub. Its main advantage is that it takes up very little space. And the main disadvantage is the visual reduction of space. Sliding curtains are perfect for a spacious bathroom.

There are 2 most popular types of sliding curtains:

• glass;
• plastic.

In terms of functionality and aesthetics, the models do not have significant differences; the difference lies in the price and care features.

It is possible to assemble such a structure with your own hands, but it will take a lot of time and effort.

Folding curtains

Folding structures, also called accordions, are removed with one hand.

Folding curtains consist of fabric sheets of the same size, stretched over narrow frames

The movement of the structure occurs due to the hinge system, so when choosing, you need to pay attention to the strength and quality of the joints

Doing such a thing with your own hands is very troublesome and time-consuming, and you will also need the skill of sewing and constructing from metal or PVC profiles.

Hinged and corner curtains

Judging by the reviews, the swing design is the most inconvenient. To open such a curtain, you need to have a lot of free space. But for shower cabins without a tray, a swing curtain will be the best option.

Thanks to the waterproof fabric, you can better protect the room from moisture. To cover the corners that remain open, a convenient door is installed. With its help you can organize a completely enclosed space.

Acrylic sheets are usually used to make corner curtains. You can make such a thing with your own hands, but you will need engineering thinking and accurate calculations of materials and fasteners.

Ready-made screens

The most common and relatively inexpensive way to close a bathtub is to buy a ready-made factory screen. Most often they are made of plastic, but they can also be metal, glass, MDF or wood. The dimensions of the finished screens, as a rule, correspond to the standard parameters of bathtubs.

Plastic bath screen

Ready-made screen designs consist of one or more panels, which are enclosed in a metal or aluminum frame on legs. They are very easy to install.

It is enough to place the upper edge of the assembled panel under the side of the bath, align it to the floor at an angle of 90° and unscrew the adjustable support legs to fix the screen. No additional fixation is required, so they can be easily removed if necessary.

By design, screens are:

• Deaf;
• With sliding doors;
• With hinged doors;
• With drawers.

Blank screen for bathtub

Types of fastening

There are several methods to secure the curtain under the bathtub. The simplest, most efficient method of attaching to a string. To do this, it is enough to secure dowels and screws on both sides, and stretch the string. This will work if the font is surrounded by walls on both sides. In addition, the presence of sides is important.

A more complex method of using a barbell. It can be of completely different shapes, but it must be made of a material that does not rust and is not afraid of moisture. It is advisable to use stainless steel. This is a reliable, durable, durable material.

You can buy a baguette. Most often there are nuts on it. It is sold ready-made. In some cases, a thin cornice is installed under the sides, to which the fastening is made.

Advantages of curtains

Sliding curtains should be installed strictly according to level. For this purpose, guides are often used. Many of those who install curtains instead of a screen are repelled by a number of advantages. Among them are the following:

• Suitable for small spaces, compact baths;
• Under the bathroom you can equip additional storage space for necessary items;
• Ease of access to communications.

Modern manufacturers offer a huge number of different designs and ready-made screens. Simple fabrics that absorb moisture do not reach. They will become a source of mold and mildew development.

By choosing the right design and product of suitable quality, you can give the design a unique appearance, organize additional storage space, and hide all unsightly designs.

You can hide small drawers, household chemicals, and household items behind a screen.

How to cover the bottom of the bathtub

There are several ways to design the space under the bathroom so that communications and other elements of the sewage system are not visible. Finishing materials are used that can be used to decorate the rough base of the brickwork. If you do not plan to change the interior of the bathroom in the near future, you can build a more complex structure - a podium. An alternative to it is a curtain. This is a fast and affordable option.

Tiling

This method allows you to close any type of bathroom. It does not matter what type of material will be used to sheathe the lower part of the plumbing fixture. You can use any tile, including mosaic. The choice of cladding shade is made taking into account the color in which the interior is decorated.

Advantages of this method:

• easy care;
• attractive appearance;
• it becomes possible to hide the transition between the walls and false panels; when choosing the same tile for masonry, these areas merge;
• environmental friendliness.

Decorative curtain

This method is chosen if the niche under the bathroom will be actively used: for storing detergents, household containers, etc. Then the possibility of attaching a curtain is provided. This quality can be woven material, polyethylene film (not transparent), polyester. When choosing, take into account that the level of humidity in the bathroom is increased. This leads to the appearance of fungus on various surfaces, including the curtain. The best option is polyethylene. It is distinguished by ease of care. As a result, the mold will be easy to remove.

If you plan to attach the curtain under the bathtub with your own hands, you can choose impregnated fabric. As a result, the risk of mold formation in the structure of such material is reduced. The product is easy to clean. The rod on which the curtain will be attached is fixed under the side of the bowl of the plumbing fixture.

Podium

In this case, there are no doors under the bathroom. The plumbing fixture is sheathed on all sides with cladding material. As a result, the structure is sealed, which reduces the risk of water getting inside. There are steps for ascent. However, a podium for a bath can only be made if the room is large. Cleaning supplies and household items are stored inside this structure. Access to them is provided thanks to the door. In this case, you can cover the bathtub with tiles, wood panels, and plastic.

Sealing and decoration options

It is worth noting that it is possible to hide the voids under the bathtub not only unilaterally, by tightly sealing the corresponding area.

A variety of cleaning products, powders and other accessories fit perfectly into the technological niche.

One of the most common and commonly used solutions is special screens. This design can be installed extremely easily and quickly.

In addition, there will be no problems or time-consuming tasks, unlike the construction of a concrete structure. Today you can purchase standard bath screens even in the store.

In addition, it is not difficult to make them yourself according to your own unique design, depending on the location, volume and design of a particular container, as well as the need to fill the space in the bathroom.

Installing the screen under the bathtub is also extremely simple. The presence of specialized spacers and adjustable legs greatly simplifies all work and eliminates the need to damage or dismantle external decorative materials and tiles.

Today there are a huge number of colors and variations of the corresponding screens. Plastic components perfectly combine reasonable cost, as well as high strength and attractiveness.

High temperature and humidity do not pose any problems for it, and therefore it can last for many years, provided that it is used carefully and there are no critical mechanical impacts.

It is quite possible to build a completely blank screen or make sliding doors that are not even visible at first glance.

It is always worth remembering that no one is insured against breakdown of communications, and no one needs to break concrete for a long time and sadly, risking damaging all the finished surfaces, and even the bath itself.

You can pay attention to screens that, in addition to well-thought-out frames, also have shelves inside. Several walls will provide complete encirclement of the space under the bathroom, providing a space that is aesthetically pleasing on the outside and useful on the inside.

The capital and completely static design is currently much less popular, although for only a couple of decades it was given absolute preference due to the lack of special alternatives.

In addition, you can paint such surfaces with acrylic or silicone waterproof paint, cover them with artificial stone, or simply stick on PVC film.

You can also use a wooden coating made from dies, which must be pre-treated with waterproof compounds. Many companies also complete their products with a plastic frame, which is installed simultaneously with the container itself.

As a result, such surfaces only need to be finished or painted on the outside to create a completely harmonious and attractive environment.

Nothing prevents the use of ordinary lightweight plastics, and even foam plastic, as covering panels.

However, any careless impact can lead to destruction and cracks, so preference is still given to more durable materials

Features of plastic products

Plastic analogues are cheaper than glass ones and are easier to install. The design is much lighter. The option is simple and practical. Installation does not require expensive, complex fittings.

The obvious advantages are overshadowed by a number of disadvantages:

1. Low strength. The plastic panel runs the risk of cracking from impact or heavy pressure. You will have to use the product carefully.
2. Low aesthetics. Plastic is usually chosen as an economical option. Against the backdrop of elite finishing and plumbing fixtures, the material looks ridiculous.
3. Rapid loss of initial attractiveness. Soap and lime stains remain on the plastic. With regular cleaning, the material becomes dull, scratches and wear appear.

Choosing sliding plastic curtains for the bath will be a good move for arranging an economical option for the bathroom. Careful handling will extend the life of the product.

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Tips for decorating the space under the bathroom

Many people, after installing it in the bathroom, note that they really don’t like the empty and unoccupied space under it.

The ability to close a niche using various decorative coatings or as a result of conventional concreting looks very appropriate and effective.

However, it is not always necessary to resort to complex and costly solutions in order to disguise this space. First of all, you need to think about whether it is worth hiding it once and for all.

Individual bathtub options today can be made with high design taste, have an extremely presentable and attractive appearance, so that they can be installed even in the middle of the room as the main element in the bathroom.

For other container options that do not look quite right, or in the case of additional elevation of the bathtub using various reinforcing and rigid structural components, it is worth taking advantage of the finishing and decoration options.

Folding doors

It is possible to install a folding mechanism. The doors bend like an accordion. A high-quality option is expensive, but it looks original and rich.

The model is not suitable for small spaces. The product is not considered practical. Therefore, folding curtains are rarely used.