Classic tiling in the toilet is carried out as quickly as possible and does not require large financial investments, since this room is distinguished by its compactness. If the master takes into account the specificity of this room, he will definitely understand that all the materials involved must have excellent resistance to dampness, ease of maintenance, and a long service life.
You can select the most suitable finishing products only if you familiarize yourself in advance with all the advantages and characteristics of the proposed raw materials.
Classic version
Key Features
In modern apartments and houses, toilets can be not only combined, but also separate. Many residential properties are characterized by having too small an area. In some cases, the room size can be as small as 1 m². But universal modern building materials make it possible to transform even such a small room beyond recognition, filling it with an atmosphere of coziness and comfort.
A professionally equipped toilet interior must meet certain requirements:
- Durability, high degree of reliability. Property owners are unlikely to want to renovate their toilet every year. That is why experts recommend purchasing materials for many years, so that under the influence of various unfavorable factors they do not lose their original characteristics.
- Maximum strength and wear resistance.
- Easy to care for. It is the restrooms that are more susceptible to contamination than any other rooms in the apartment. The finishing of the walls should be such that it can be easily cleaned from dirt using disinfectant solutions and household chemicals.
- Protection against fungus and mold. A high level of dampness is always fraught with the fact that various pathogenic microorganisms will begin to actively develop on surfaces. That is why you need to make sure in advance that the materials are of high quality and safe.
- Resistant to high humidity. Dampness in the room negatively affects the durability of the repair. The interior created in the toilet must be resistant to negative factors so that the material does not swell or darken during use.
- Environmentally friendly. The finishing of the partition should not release harmful substances into the air.
Accessible minimalism
Features of repair work in the toilet room
How often do you go into the toilet of your friends or acquaintances and see the following picture: peeling paint, peeling wallpaper, mold on the walls and a musty smell in the room? Surely someone has encountered similar things. All this occurs due to improper repairs or preparation of the premises before installation work. To avoid unpleasant consequences, you need to know some of the features of arranging a toilet room:
- small wall area,
- high humidity,
- uneven distribution of light due to the location of the lamp above the entrance.
These features provide some advantages in repairs. At the same time, they may limit the possibilities of using certain materials or colors of future walls.
So for the toilet you cannot use material that is afraid of moisture. Most often, water supply pipes pass through this room. They accumulate moisture, so the section of the wall under the pipes must be reliably protected from moisture.
As a rule, the toilet does not have good lighting. This is due to the technical features of the room and standard electrical outlets. Some craftsmen decorate the walls with dark materials, which creates twilight in the toilet. It is best to select finishing products in light colors so as not to feel discomfort when going to the toilet.
The small dimensions of the room make it possible to use leftover materials from previous renovations. On average, the total area of the walls in the toilet is no more than 10 sq.m. Therefore, you can look at the remains of the material in your bins and apply them in practice.
But the most important thing is not the selection of material, but the preparation of the walls for further work. Before making repairs, you must carefully prepare the work surface. Otherwise, all efforts will be in vain, and repairs will have to be done soon.
The basic approach to finishing a bathroom
For very compact rooms, light shades are ideal. If the user prefers a classic design, then it is better to give preference to white items. Minimalism can be complemented with chrome fittings, accessories and faucets. You can highlight the high-tech decor a little if you use small black inserts on the walls. You can give a feeling of lightness and joy with the help of pink, orange, or light green shades. In combination with white color, they will not overstrain the eyes and narrow the free space. Green and turquoise are considered irreplaceable shades.
The perfect combination of discreet tones
If your home has a fairly spacious bathroom with a classic toilet, then you can show all your imagination and experiment a little with the design. Extraordinary personalities always focus on black shades. Antique accessories and chandeliers with forged patterns are in great demand. Classic design can be combined with unusual marble, golden door handles, and natural stone products.
Important! For a compact toilet, it is better not to use a wooden board finish, which has a classic shade. If the master wants to cover it with natural solid wood, then it must be painted white in order to ultimately create the effect that the bathroom is located in a small country house made in the Provence style.
The video shows an interesting option for covering walls with plastic panels:
Wallpaper in the toilet
It would seem that the toilet is not suitable for this type of finishing. However, decorating an apartment toilet with wallpaper can be very interesting. In addition, there are many types of wallpaper that are not afraid of moisture.
Thanks to the smooth walls, anyone can apply the wallpaper themselves - no instructions required. The only important thing is to choose a pattern that can visually expand the space - this could be a light grid pattern on a dark background or a large geometric pattern. It is important that the price of such finishing be quite affordable, unless of course you need to level the walls.
Mosaic and ceramic tiles
This is one of the most affordable and durable materials for wall decoration. Construction stores offer a huge range of products that differ in design, texture and color. The final cost directly depends on the popularity of the manufacturer and the durability of the material. Designer items are the most expensive. Many craftsmen recommend buying ceramics for decoration, as it has many positive characteristics:
- High strength. Glass-ceramic products have high resistance to mechanical stress.
- Long service life. The tile can be used for more than one year without losing its original appearance.
- The material does not absorb unpleasant odors.
- Easy to clean and maintain.
- Moisture resistant. For wall decoration, ceramics are used, which, after high-quality grouting, do not react to dampness.
Important! When choosing tiles, you must take into account that the first thing the master must do is level the walls. Without the appropriate experience, performing all the necessary manipulations is quite problematic.
Application of mosaic
Marine theme
Alternative methods
If you do not take the listed methods, it may seem that there are no more options for finishing the walls. Except for tiles, which cost a lot of money. However, you will be surprised to learn that some craftsmen use laminate to decorate wall surfaces. And this is sometimes a very rational decision. Laminate holds moisture, but water does not stay on its surface and rolls down. When choosing this method, you should not look for products with high performance characteristics. After all, our goal is to make repairs as inexpensive as possible! And for wall decoration, products with high wear resistance are not needed.
Universal washable wallpaper
Products from this category are covered with a layer of high-quality polyvinyl chloride, which forms the most durable waterproof layer. Thanks to this, you can easily maintain your wallpaper in perfect condition. With proper care, washable linens can last more than 12 years. But even the most expensive models are not resistant to mechanical damage; they can fade due to exposure to direct sunlight. Even a person who has no experience in this industry can hang wallpaper.
Wallpapering walls
Painted walls in the bathroom and toilet: let's talk about design
Painted walls are relevant for bathrooms designed in a retro style. This is art deco in the spirit of the twenties and thirties, and bright pop art of the middle of the last century, and “cheerful” vintage a la my mother’s youth.
Art Deco is characterized by the use of neutral or restrained color paint with a smoky tint: gray, gray-green, gray-violet, etc.
Retro style from the middle of the last century and later periods, on the contrary, gravitates towards a cheerful palette. However, the colors here are usually not bright, but rather pastel, light in spring.
Painted walls in the bathroom and toilet provide an excellent opportunity to apply drawings and artistic painting. These can be simple ornaments made independently using a stencil, or complex plot compositions created by the artist.
If desired, a bathroom or toilet can be painted not in one, but in several colors, combining them in stripes, zigzag, diamond patterns or panel type.
As you can see, paint on the walls is anything but boring. The proximity to the tiles also adds a significant amount of variety. For the mentioned Art Deco style, the combination of painted surfaces with hog tiles is typical. In a retro bathroom, you can combine paint and patchwork tiles.
In general, the paint is in harmony with any tile - be it vintage or ultra-modern. The options for their interaction are also very diverse.
When it comes to paint color, the rules are simple. The brighter and more spacious the room, the darker the walls can be. And vice versa - for a very small bathroom without a window, light paint is preferable. Of course, you can ignore these postulates and paint your compact bathroom any color you like, even black. This is your right, but you should be aware of the possible consequences - such as darkness, gloominess, coldness, the feeling of walls being drawn closer together.
Durable plastic panels
In this case, you can create a beautiful toilet design as quickly as possible. Panels made of durable plastic are used for finishing. For reliable fixation, strong guides are used, which can be made of metal or wood. Butt moldings are installed in the corners, after which the panels can be glued.
If used incorrectly, chips and cracks may form. The raw materials used in production can hardly be called safe for humans and the environment. All surfaces in the toilet must be treated with antifungal solutions, since only they help prevent the development of mold.
Modern hike
Arrangement of furniture and plumbing fixtures in the bathroom
Traditionally, the toilet is placed on the opposite wall from the entrance, exactly in the middle. If the space of the room allows, you can additionally install a small sink in the toilet for washing hands. Fortunately, today there are plumbing fixtures of different shapes and sizes on the market. If there is an area on the sides of the toilet, but it is not enough to install anything else, then you can move the toilet to one of the walls. This rearrangement can free up valuable space for something else. Additionally, you can install a washing machine or bidet in the toilet - if desired and necessary.
A corner toilet will pair well with a corner sink, which is useful for small spaces.
Finishing with high-quality lining or solid wood slabs
Fans of natural materials will definitely choose wood products to create a practical design in the toilet. Painting with special enamels allows you to end up with any shade. The boards sold today are absolutely safe for humans. Finishing with this material is quite simple and quick. The final coating has a long service life.
But you need to remember that the natural color of the lining will make the toilet too gloomy, and will also visually reduce the already limited space. Wood absorbs foreign odors. To achieve maximum durability of the repair, it is necessary to use antifungal solutions.
Clapboard finishing
Calculation of finishing material
The next thing to do is to calculate the exact number of tiles, adding another 5 percent to it, which will be used to cover defects, which you cannot do without, and also in case you accidentally damage the material yourself or cut some ceramics incorrectly elements. What you should do:
To perform the calculations, you need to base your choice on the arrangement of tiles. Considering that the standard shape of a toilet bowl is a vertically elongated rectangle, it is best to lay rectangular tiles in a horizontal direction, which will visually increase the space. Vertically positioned ceramic elements further expand the room, making it look like a well or an elevator.
A combined finish of toilet tiles, which consists of horizontally dividing the walls into 2 parts, looks good in narrow rooms. In this case, toilet tiles of different colors are laid on top and bottom. Most often, a coating of dark colors is laid below, and lighter colors above. To separate these areas, decorative ceramic borders are used that match the color of both the top and bottom coverings.
Universal paint
With the help of enamels you can create truly original, cheap and durable repairs in the toilet. So that after treatment the walls do not seem boring, you need to use several shades at once, and draw a picture in the lower part. Experts recommend choosing those paint and varnish compositions that have increased resistance to moisture and physical impact. Acrylic-based products are very popular. They are affordable, and a large assortment of colors allows you to turn the most daring design ideas into reality.
Light paint finish
Other options for finishing toilet walls
Natural stone can be combined with other coatings
. If there is an urgent need to create a unique interior in the toilet, you can decorate the walls from natural or artificial stone using various types of decorative plaster, using curtains and soft panels, or use a combination of several of the compositions considered.
Of course, these options are considered not in small bathrooms, but in large toilet rooms, which are part of spacious cottages and country houses.
Decorative plaster
This material began to be used relatively recently. Universal pastes with different structures and properties allow you to transform any surface. To decorate a small toilet, it is better to choose synthetic-based compounds, as they best resist moisture and fungus. If the work is performed by a master with certain skills, the result can be a textured or perfectly smooth surface.
Using special tools, you can create unique designs, patterns, and also imitate quartz, marble and even wood. The disadvantages include the fact that such plaster is expensive; before applying it, it is necessary to properly prepare the base. The final result is not always pleasing, since everything depends on the skill of the builder.
Budget option with decorative finishes
Wall decoration with plastic panels
Another inexpensive option for finishing a toilet is to cover the walls with polymer materials.
They are waterproof and have a surface that is easy to clean.
The appearance of the plastic panels is quite attractive.
When purchasing and installing, you must be guided by the following recommendations:
- When purchasing panels for a toilet, you must choose structures with a thickness of 8 mm, which have the necessary strength and are able to maintain their qualities under mechanical stress.
- Before installation, a wooden frame is first installed, on which we finish the surface with polymer panels.
- When installing panels, you must ensure that they are vertical.
- Polymer panels have antiseptic properties that prevent the formation of mold and mildew. For more information on how to decorate walls with plastic, watch this video:
Despite their strength, the panels are quite fragile and require proper handling.
If the walls of the toilet are smooth, then plastic panels can be glued directly onto them without constructing a frame.
This material retains its properties throughout its entire service life, regardless of changes in temperature and humidity in the room.
Professional wall treatment
It is these surfaces that receive the most attention in any room. The scale of the renovation depends solely on the flight of fancy and allocated finances. Pastel shades are more suitable for the toilet. For compact rooms, you should choose wallpaper with a small pattern, so you can visually increase the free space. A classic interior can be decorated with tiles in beige and black and white colors. Green, red, golden, and blue shades are suitable for connoisseurs of bright colors and unusual combinations.
Perfect design
Features of painting a restroom in the country
The easiest way to paint a toilet is to apply the product over its entire surface. But some summer residents try to decorate it in an original way. There are many options for how you can decorate a toilet in your country house. You can highlight the roof, doors, corner joints, and window jambs with darker paint. The toilet will also be decorated with various lines painted on the walls on the outside of the structure.
The paint can be applied either with a brush or with a roller
Applying a design to the walls of a toilet in the country is another way of painting. The selected pattern can be stenciled directly onto the main background of the walls. Any person can handle this. If you have artistic abilities, you can paint the toilet in your country house yourself. In this case, summer residents will not have problems.
Contrasting flowers on a dark background, insects and birds, a natural composition - these are just some of the options for what can be painted on a toilet stall in the country.
Often the toilet is designed in the same style as the design of the house or nearby outbuildings - in order to maintain harmony.
Modern coating
A high-quality finishing material must have good waterproofing. Most often, the floor is laid out with tiles, which are easy to care for. Such construction products must have high strength characteristics and optimal thickness.
Important! The technology of laying tiles requires a lot of time and physical effort, but the final result will definitely please you. If you use tiles with a pattern or an interesting ornament, you can end up creating a very unusual design.
Decorative lighting - a new trend
Making accents with lighting is another new trend that should be adopted by all those who want their closet to look fresh and beautiful.
The optimal number of LED lamps depends on the tone of the selected finishing material. In the photo below, classic beige rules the roost, so you can save on lamps.
Interesting toilet design, as if borrowed from some science fiction movie.
The stone, successfully played with light, surprises with its volume and majestic appearance. And if it is also placed in the toilet... Let us note the meticulous work with light in this room: spot lighting as basic lighting, and to help it, LED strips were installed instead of baseboards.
Filigree execution. There are toilets where you fall in love at first sight.
Catch another interesting idea for your toilet: the existing box can be put to good use if you place small lamps in it. Such decorative lighting will give your toilet more solidity and warmth. Which very often for many people correlates with that same feeling of boundless comfort.
Ceiling
The most affordable option is to purchase plastic panels. Light glossy details visually add a feeling of lightness and comfort. Built-in spotlights provide comfort. PVC panels are easy to care for and maintain their original appearance. You can also use washable wallpaper, but before that you need to level the ceiling. As an alternative, you can safely use slats, which can be made of metal, plastic or wood.
Important! If the master has the necessary experience, then he can finish the ceiling with decorative mortar. This plaster is not only practical, but also durable. The composition must include a gypsum binder. Otherwise, the material will quickly become cracked and fall off.
Extraordinary ceiling decoration
Dark backdrop
You can paint just the far wall dark. This version of two-tone painting does not cause unpleasant associations, but retains all its advantages, except that you will have to pay more attention to the cleanliness of the white walls. If you decide to brighten one wall, make sure that you carefully press the masking tape around the perimeter, and that the remaining walls, if they are already painted white, are covered with something: it will be very difficult not to stain them.
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Toilet design with installation
In the interior of a small bathroom, a toilet with an installation is often used. This is a special engineering device with which the attached equipment in the toilet (toilet, bidet, sink) is attached to the walls, and sometimes additionally to the floor. All communications and the drain tank remain invisible, the load falls not on the floor, but on a special module that can withstand up to 400 kg.
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If the wall is solid or concrete, you should select a wall mount. If the walls are not strong, they are mounted on the floor.
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Advantages of the installation: it can be placed anywhere; there is no need to trench walls or floors. A large volume of space is freed up due to the lack of visible communications, and cleaning is noticeably easier.
Wood-effect tiles and wall-hung toilet Source episode.ru.net
