The main difference between a bathroom in a high-rise building and a private house is, of course, the layout.
Therefore, it is not surprising that a do-it-yourself bathroom in a private house will turn out to be much more interesting, and the owners themselves will be able to get much more from the premises than urban residents. Let's see what kind of private housing, requiring the arrangement of a full bathroom, we can talk about.
First, it's:
- houses of old construction (not younger than 40 years old), which initially did not have a separate bathroom;
- houses whose age ranges from 30 to 10 years;
- modern houses (cottages, townhouses).
Secondly, let's clarify which rooms are intended for the location of the bathroom in the houses we have indicated:
- in houses of old construction it is:
- pantries;
- part of the corridor or kitchen;
- veranda;
- places under the stairs to the second floor
- attic room;
- in younger houses
- a place on the ground floor, including a built-in garage;
- expandable bathroom by connecting adjacent rooms (corridor, hallway, veranda);
- overhaul of an existing bathroom;
- second floor and attic;
- in modern houses:
- creating comfortable conditions in a dedicated bathroom;
- transfer of the bathroom to another room.
Thirdly, you need to understand what materials the house is made of, because the use of this or that technology depends on it:
- brick;
- tree;
- a combination of different materials (foam block + brick, wood + brick, shell rock + concrete, steel + concrete, etc.).
For private houses, it is not the secrecy of communications that is more important, but reliable protection against freezing. Therefore, pay more attention to insulation and protective devices for water supply lines.
These are just a few of the factors to be aware of before planning a bathroom in a private home. As you can see from the list, in most cases we are talking about initially unsuitable places in which a bathroom will be created with your own hands in a private house.
What to focus on
In addition to the work on the functional arrangement of the bathroom, the owners will need to carry out additional activities related to:
- arrangement of water supply and sewerage;
- equipment;
- carrying out waterproofing works;
- decorative flooring, walls and.
Warning!
Many city dwellers, having experience in renovations in urban apartments, mistakenly believe that a bathroom in a private house will be just as predictable in terms of construction operations.
But this is fundamentally wrong, since the sanitary facilities of the apartments are fully adapted to the connection of utilities, unlike individual houses.
Let's find out what is needed for a full-fledged bathroom in terms of building codes:
- availability of hot and cold water sources in the bathroom;
- equipping the premises with a water drainage system (sewer drain);
- Availability ;
- lighting fixtures;
- availability of comfortable plumbing.
As you can see, in comparison with city apartments, private houses are the least consistent with the primary requirements, which means that all these worries about arranging the premises fall entirely on the shoulders of their owners.
Of course, if a bathroom is being renovated in a private house, then the issues of water supply and sewerage have already been resolved. In such a situation, it is more important to revise the technical condition of engineering networks, and pay more attention to the redevelopment or installation of new plumbing, as well as the decoration of walls and ceilings in accordance with the tastes of the owners.
Development of new places in a private house
We welcome the modern approach that in a private house the bathroom can be anywhere. And the best place for her is the neighborhood with the master bedroom.
If it is located on the 1st floor, then the bathroom should be here, if on the second, then all communications should be laid on the 2nd floor.
Bathroom with windows on the first floor
Making the decision to furnish a bathroom is a bold step, but not yet an action. The fact that your bathroom in a private house will be different from its analogues in a city skyscraper is very cool, but a lot of patience should be applied to this when carrying out repair and construction work.
Moreover, all the shortcomings of open communications in a private house can easily be turned into advantages. For example, equipping a room with exhaust ventilation does not have to be done with terrible-looking corrugated ventilation ducts. Today there are many elegant solutions, one of which is presented below in the photo.
Or pipes for supplying cold and hot water - why hide them in the walls when you can make them part of the design. The result will be a minimum of work associated with chasing channels in the walls, which will significantly speed up the arrangement of the bathroom.
By laying copper pipes to the washbasin and bathtub in an open area, you will get a unique design.
If you do not like to contemplate pipes, fittings and any other plumbing fittings, then it is easy to build a portal under the bathroom, inside which all engineering communications will be hidden. Do the same with ventilation - a plasterboard ceiling will also hide the air ducts.
Let's summarize.
Bathroom in your own home is:
- unique layout;
- higher functionality;
- displaying the virtues of open communications;
- the possibility of creating closed portals, podiums, etc.
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You should not think that the owners of private houses are deprived of all the benefits that apartment owners are provided with. On the contrary, in private houses there is more space and opportunities for the implementation of ideas. It is only worth remembering the nuances when building a bathroom in a private house. These include the selection and installation of communication and ventilation systems. Let's find out what should be the design of a bathroom in a private house.
In this design, finishing materials and color scheme are very well chosen.
In a white bathroom, you can put a black bathtub and add some wood to the interior.
Ceramic tiles with a flower pattern look very beautiful in the design of the bathroom
If you are going to make repairs by adding a bathroom to a private house, you need to take care of the layout. Choose the quantity and appearance of plumbing fixtures and furniture that you are going to install. Private houses are most often built for large families, so you need to decide on the number of bathrooms. If you have a two-story house, it is advisable to install them under each other.
In the bathroom, you can combine large ceramic tiles and mosaic tiles.
Before furnishing a bathroom, study the advice of interior design experts:
when installing the sink, make sure that there is 20 centimeters of free space on the sides for comfortable use;
in front of the toilet bowl at least 60 centimeters of free space, on the sides - 40 cm;
the sink is installed at a height of approximately 80 cm, the main factor is the parameter of the people living in the house;
to the sink you need a section of free space measuring 70 centimeters;
in front of the bath (shower) a distance of 70 centimeters is set.
These recommendations will help not only save space and make the room comfortable, but also visually increase the space even in small houses. If you do not keep the distance, even in a large private house, the bathroom will look small and uncomfortable.
In the bathroom, you can combine completely different colors
A white bathroom with wood elements will be especially beautiful.
Wall decoration in the bathroom is made of chocolate-colored ceramic tiles
Bathroom communication in a private house
One of the most important stages is the arrangement of sewerage and water supply systems. If you do not have a centralized water supply, you must purchase a pumping station, which is installed in a well-heated room. It must be located above the floor level, and to minimize vibration, it must be fixed on a flat area of concrete.
Sewerage is another issue that cannot be passed by. Recently, the cumulative skeptic has become popular, which is an environmentally friendly option, while its low cost. The owner of the house can lay sewer pipes without the help of specialists.
Also an important element is the ventilation system, which removes moist air from the room. If this system is not installed, a favorable zone for the formation of mold is created.
Wood can be used in the bathroom
Wall decoration in the bathroom is made of ceramic tiles
Finishing work
Finishing is an important component of comfort in any room, especially in the bathroom, due to temperature changes and high humidity. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to the resistance of materials to household chemicals and the ease of cleaning materials. You should not choose cheap and low-quality options, because of the nature of the bathroom, they will not last long, you will have to spend money again. Private houses have a huge advantage over apartments - bathrooms are usually much more spacious, which allows you to experiment with design.
Very beautiful bathroom design with wood
The design of the bathroom is made in a modern style using wood.
Bathroom design in Provence style
How to decorate the walls?
Ceramic tiles are often used to decorate walls. A huge number of different shapes and sizes enable the owner to design rooms, embodying the most unusual ideas. The best solution for wall decoration is tiles: small options can significantly expand the space, large ones are used for spacious bathrooms.
Decorating a wall is incredibly fun: you can lay out a mosaic to create an incredible picture, combine materials of different sizes and colors, creating a unique style. A great solution for spacious bathrooms would be wood trim. The wood looks incredibly beautiful and is additionally varnished, which allows for high moisture resistance.
Soft walls in the bathroom will make it very unusual
The design of the bathroom is made in one color scheme.
Finishing materials for the ceiling
Manufacturers have made sure that the owners of private houses have a wide choice in finishing ceilings. There are an incredible variety of options, the most common and versatile is the stretch ceiling. Its advantages over other options: able to withstand both low and high temperatures, moisture resistant and easy to clean. Buyers have an unlimited choice, more and more types of stretch ceilings appear on sale every year, depending on the style of the bathroom and its size.
In such a bathroom you will get double pleasure.
Wall decoration in the bathroom is made of ceramic tiles
To choose the right color for the bathroom, you can use the color wheel
Floor
When choosing finishing materials for the floor in the bathroom, pay attention to the level of resistance to moisture. The best solution is ceramic tiles, which are much thicker than wall tiles and have a smooth surface. It is necessary to choose models that can withstand high loads, while with anti-slip properties. The marble floor looks beautiful, but it needs a spacious bathroom.
What style to decorate the room?
It is necessary to determine the style long before the construction stage. The table of design options will help you with this.
You need to choose a style solely from your desires and preferences. Mixing elements from different styles is encouraged to create a unique design.
Contemporary bathroom design with wood
The walls and floor in the bathroom are made of ceramic tiles, and the ceiling is made of wood.
Should you use wallpaper in the bathroom?
Most people are afraid to use wallpaper in the bathroom, which is explained by the main drawback - the paper base quickly absorbs water vapor. Over time, the material begins to swell, which leads to peeling off the wallpaper. Due to temperature changes, the glue begins to lose its properties, so many are afraid to glue wallpaper in the bathroom.
It is worth paying attention to the advantages that overlap the disadvantages:
wallpapering will cost much less than using tiles;
unlike finishing with plastic panels, wallpaper can be glued on your own without involving specialists;
the material is easy to update, in case it starts to move away, and a complete design update will take a minimum of time and effort.
The main difference between all materials available on the market is the technology by which the production takes place. For the living room or bedroom, it is better to use paper options, but they are not suitable for the bathroom, because there is too much moisture there. Washable wallpapers are gaining popularity, which are easy to clean from dirt, and a protective coating increases their service life, protecting them from delamination from high humidity.
The design of the bathroom is designed in the same style
The bathroom walls are finished with ceramic tiles and decorative plaster.
The design of the bathroom is made in a modern style with wood elements and illuminated shower cubicle.
There are the following types of wallpapers.
Liquids are only conventionally called wallpaper, because this is a mixture that must be diluted with water and applied to the wall after priming. Advantages - easy application, no leveling of walls required, ease of repairing damage. Remember that before applying, it is imperative to treat the walls with a white primer, and such wallpapers should dry for at least two days.
The non-woven type is made on a basis that looks like paper, while it is made from natural mixtures. Such wallpapers are easy to glue, you can choose any color and they are environmentally friendly (especially important if there are children in the house). It is easy to find plain and non-woven wallpapers on sale.
Glass fiber is a relatively new option on the Russian market. They are made from fiberglass. Compared with other options, cullet has high strength, environmentally friendly, dirt can be washed off using detergents. This explains their popularity in bathroom design.
Wallpaper is indeed one of the cheapest options for finishing, but not always. The latter option requires huge expenses for the wallpapering process: first, the walls need to be leveled, wallpaper, the prices of which have been rising lately, and buy a lot of paint, because you need to paint with a thick layer of paint.
In a white bathroom, you can make some places black
Wall decoration in the bathroom is made of ceramic tiles
The choice of decor for the interior of the bathroom
Decor is everyone's choice, there are no rules. Some love minimalism, others love baroque splendor. Some people prefer classic decor, while others are delighted with a non-standard combination of styles. It's easy to find hundreds of bathroom décor ideas and photos, all unique and special in their own way. But there are some decor items that are definitely worth using in bathroom design.
The interior can be made saturated by playing in contrast. For example, use lights and mirrors in a different style than the walls. You will immediately notice how bright the room looks. If there is enough space, it is worth buying a massive stone countertop, on which perfume and shampoo bottles will look original. It is worth using flowers, because they bring freshness and make any room cozy. You can buy artificial bouquets, but live plants are the best option. A large vase with fresh flowers can be placed on the floor.
Definitely a bathroom in a private house is much more interesting to create. It requires additional time and money, but the field for creativity is greater in comparison with an apartment. Use all the tips and create a unique bathroom interior design in a private house.
Owning a private house compares favorably with the possibility of creating your own world on your territory. Here you can fully express your "I".
This applies to the arrangement of the local area, the interior of the house. No scarcity of space will interfere with self-expression. There is an opportunity to apply any technologies, styles, design principles.
Particular attention should be paid to the bathroom in a private house, because here it is necessary not only to show imagination in decorating, but also to take care of the reliability of the ongoing repair activities.
Preparatory work
Living in a private house is not only the absence of neighbors behind the wall, comfort, privacy. It can take a lot of time to put into operation all the communications necessary for living, to equip, repair the premises.
Before designing a bathroom in a private house, you need to take care of the supply system, water, sewerage, ventilation, electrification, lighting, pre-finishing work.
Summing up communications
The work of preparing for living can be delayed, as well as take a lot of effort and money. Unforeseen difficulties arise if a private house is located apart. All communications will have to be carried out independently and solely at your own expense.
When there are houses already put into operation in the neighborhood, the matter is somewhat simplified.
First you need to draw up a rough plan of necessary activities and try to follow it. It is required to think in a special way about the supply, drainage of water, ventilation in the bathroom in a private house.
The presence of a well, a well will greatly simplify the task of water intake. Worse if you need to install a pumping station.
Sewerage can serve as a specially equipped pit into which sewage will flow after septic cleaning.
You should especially think about the ventilation system. A bathroom with a special humid microclimate needs good air circulation. Even a bathroom with a window in a private house requires an additional system.
It is possible to build a natural or artificial hood in the bathroom in a private house.
Repair work
Before proceeding with the finishing work in the bathroom in a private house, it is necessary to perform the necessary draft preparatory steps. These include:
- Screed and sealing of the floor, the lower extremities of the walls, butt surfaces;
- Dilution of electricity with mandatory grounding;
- Insulation of corner walls;
- Installation of underfloor heating system;
- Installation of heated towel rails and heating systems if necessary.
Installing a floor heating system in a bathroom in a private house is simply a prerequisite. Most likely, additional heating and wall insulation will not be superfluous either. Especially if natural ventilation is equipped.
Wall insulation is carried out both from the inside of the building and from the outside.
It is also not possible to make a bathroom in a private house without electricity. A large area of \u200b\u200bthe room involves the active use of electrical appliances and units. Grounding in this case is mandatory.
Sealing should also be done. Although there is no danger of flooding neighbors in a private house, any surfaces do not need excess moisture.
Finishing and design
Designing a bathroom in a private home is incredibly rewarding. You can fully show your imagination, do not be afraid to miss the placement of interior items.
There is also no need to take care of the visual expansion of the room. Therefore, it is better to go headlong into plans and dreams, calmly implement what is planned.
The emphasis in design is most often done on respectability. The photo of bathrooms in a private house clearly shows how designers love to emphasize the aristocratic style.
Completely unique interiors are obtained using expensive materials, chic finishes, and interesting decorative techniques. After looking at a photo of a bathroom in a private house, one can note how glitter and gilding of intricate shapes attracts.
Pompous classics will look great in a private house. Chic frames with gilding, crystal, intricate forging, noble dark tones. A window in the bathroom will add a respectable mystery to the interior.
Modern styles are also perfect for implementation in the spacious area of \u200b\u200ba private house. You can create an incredibly alluring futuristic high-tech or an extraordinary loft.
The bathroom in a private house is designed to be stylish and inviting. Decorating an unconstrained space will bring a lot of pleasure. That's just the preliminary chores can be delayed and somewhat upset.
Photo of a bathroom in a private house
It is difficult to imagine a modern home without such already familiar amenities as a bathroom and a bathroom. It doesn’t matter if the bathroom is located in a private house outside the city or in an apartment, in any case, the creation of its design must be approached responsibly. Properly selected colors and thoughtful interior will provide a relaxing atmosphere where it is nice to find yourself after a hard day. Of considerable importance is the correct selection of materials, as they must be resistant to moisture. In today's article, we will learn how to make a beautiful bathroom design in a private house, and also look at interesting design options in the photo selection below.
Bathroom in a private house - layout of the room
The big advantage of a private house, compared to an apartment, is that it is possible to set the dimensions of the bathroom on your own, as well as place it in any part of the house. This significant advantage allows you to implement the most daring design solutions and equip the bathroom with additional accessories.
Whether you're building a house from the ground up, or just looking to redecorate your existing bathroom, the amount and extent of prep work required varies.
With new construction, even at the stage of creating a design project, it is worth deciding on the location of the bathroom. This is necessary in order to immediately carry out the necessary communications during the construction process, such as water supply and sewerage, as well as perform waterproofing. At the next stage of construction, a ventilation system is created. Provided that the exhaust system is done correctly, this approach will eliminate unpleasant odors relatively quickly, reduce humidity and minimize the destructive effect of moisture on the finish of the room. When the above steps have been fully completed, then proceed to the decorative decoration of the room. Often, a bathroom in a private house has a fairly large area, which makes it possible for creativity in planning and decorating the room.
If you are planning to renovate an existing bathroom, then this will require much less effort and investment. The main preparatory actions include the dismantling of old plumbing equipment, as well as finishing the floor, walls and ceiling. To better navigate the modern design trends, we suggest looking at the photos of bathrooms in private houses below.
Installing a window in a private bathroom
The main advantage of installing a window in the bathroom is the additional possibility of airing the room. Even with an exhaust system, an open window will help to get rid of the steam much faster after taking a bath. Another plus is the increase in the level of natural light, which saves money on lighting during daylight hours. In addition, often a window sill is mounted under the window, on which several decorative elements can be placed. If your house is located in a picturesque place, then another nice bonus will be a beautiful view from the window. See how the windows of the bathroom in a private house are originally inscribed in its design in the photo selection below.
Beautiful design of bathrooms in private houses: photo of finishing ideas
Before proceeding with the direct finishing of the bathroom, it is necessary to insulate the walls and floor. These actions will help to avoid the formation of a large amount of condensate, and therefore fungus with mold in the future.
Since the bathroom in a private house is a “wet” room, the most moisture-resistant materials should be used for its decoration, of which, today, there are a large number. All these materials have their advantages and disadvantages, and of course, they differ in price. If you are thinking about how to make a bathroom in a private house fashionable and modern, then you need to know what finishing materials are the most popular today.
Ceramic tile for bathroom
This material is recognized as the most popular today, because it has many positive characteristics. This is an excellent moisture resistance, resistance to damage, as well as a huge variety of color and texture solutions. All these advantages allow you to create interiors in almost any style, it all depends on your imagination and financial capabilities.
Plastic bathroom panels
Plastic panels are the cheapest way to finish a bathroom, which is perfect for giving. The advantage of this finish can be called a large selection of colors and sizes. The main disadvantage is that the panels are easily damaged.
wall painting
By painting the walls, it is easy to create a very original design by combining different shades or using special stencils for decoration. Before painting, the walls must be plastered and primed. Only after preparation, a special moisture-resistant paint is applied to the walls.
natural wood
Finishing the bathroom with natural wood will make it stylish and very comfortable. For such a finish, you need to use only moisture-resistant wood species, as well as additionally treat them with special means to protect against moisture.
Wallpaper in the bathroom
To finish the bathroom, you can also use special moisture-resistant wallpaper. However, in places where there is direct exposure to water, it is better to combine with another, more moisture resistant material, such as ceramic tiles.
Today, almost every modern private house has a full bathroom. If in terms of planning, building and laying communications, all bathrooms are equipped almost the same, and differ only in size, then the finish can be much more diverse.
Consider various ways of decorating, a photo of a bathroom in a private house, current design ideas.
Finishing preparation
Before finishing the room, it is necessary to carry out a set of preparatory work. You need to start with the insulation of the walls and floor. This will eliminate the appearance of condensate and its accompanying negative phenomena, such as mold and fungus. Also, insulation will ensure the comfort of taking water procedures in the winter.
The bathroom in a private house is a room with high humidity. Therefore, finishing should be done only with moisture-resistant materials. Today their choice is quite large. Modern facing materials allow you to equip a comfortable and aesthetic room for receiving water procedures.
Finishing with ceramic tiles
The most popular and relevant finishing material for the bathroom is ceramic tiles. It is distinguished by high moisture resistance, long service life, wear resistance and a wide choice of stylistic solutions.
Properly selected ceramic tiles will allow you to implement a practical modern design of the bathroom in the house. Choose the color of the tiles based on the style in which you want to decorate the room.
Plastic panels
If the task is to save money, you should look at plastic panels. This is an inexpensive and easy-to-install material, characterized by good moisture resistance. However, plastic cannot be called an environmentally friendly material. Another disadvantage is low wear resistance.
Often, only the ceiling in the bathroom is trimmed with plastic. The floor and walls can be finished with tiles, and the ceiling with plastic. The fact is that finishing the ceiling with tiles is a very laborious work and creates a noticeable load on the floor, since the structure is quite heavy.
Plastic panels are also available in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors.
Walls for painting
Walls can not be finished with special materials, but simply painted. To do this, the surface is pre-leveled, covered with a layer of plaster, primed, and then painted. You can use textured paint, which allows you to create original visual effects.
Painting is a good solution for creating an original design. You can combine various shades. And for decoration, stencils with all kinds of patterns are used.
It is important to use only moisture-resistant paint, as the room has high humidity.
The advantage of the solution is the ability to quickly update the design. To do this, simply repaint the walls, without the need to dismantle any finishing materials.
Natural wood finish
Natural wood in the decoration of the bathroom looks very stylish and elite. This material will give an atmosphere of warmth and comfort. But, it is necessary to use special wood species that are resistant to moisture. And before installation, the material must be processed several times with special moisture protective agents.
Finishing with natural wood is quite an expensive option. This solution is ideal for a classic interior. But, using a tree of the appropriate species, you can decorate the room in one of the modern styles.
Are the walls in the bathroom covered with wallpaper?
Wallpaper is also an affordable finishing material. But, you can use only moisture-resistant models, otherwise the finish will quickly become unusable.
In areas where the walls are in direct contact with moisture (near the sink, bathtub, shower) do not glue the wallpaper. Even the highest quality moisture-resistant wallpaper will deteriorate after a while due to constant contact with water. In such areas, it is recommended to use other materials - tiles or plastic.
Floor finish
Before finishing the floor in the bathroom of a private house, it must be insulated and waterproofed. For insulation, you can use special materials with low thermal conductivity (polystyrene, mineral wool, etc.). But, a more modern solution is the installation of a floor heating system.
Waterproofing is required to protect the internal structure of the floor from moisture, which will lead to the development of the fungus and the gradual deterioration of the structure.
In a private house, you can use any floor covering for a bath - moisture-resistant laminate, tile, linoleum, artificial or natural stone, etc. It is also possible to use natural wood, but with a preliminary high-quality treatment with a moisture-proof agent.
Photo of a bathroom in a private house
