Beautiful and practical roller shutters for the toilet from the manufacturer are offered by the company "ALIZA" (Moscow). This simple accessory is perfect not only for a house or apartment, but also for a respectable hotel or business center. With the help of roller shutters, you can hide unsightly joints of water or sewer pipes, isolate water meters and filters. The material of manufacture is hygienic and easy to maintain, withstands cleaning with the use of household chemicals. A wide range of shades and textures makes it possible to choose an option that fits perfectly into the interior.
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Advantages
Noise protection
Plumbing roller shutters have internal voids filled with foam, so they successfully isolate sounds. Even if your water supply is made of PVC pipes, you will not hear any extra noise.
Aesthetic appeal
Behind the roller shutters, you can hide water supply and sewerage, counters and filters, shelves for placing various household utensils. Your bathroom will no longer be spoiled by the sight of numerous powders, rags and mops!
Ease of access to communications
Roller shutters in the bathroom in problem areas are much more practical than tiles or panels. They do not have to be dismantled in the event of an accident. Potential leaks will be available, as will counters to take readings and filters to change cartridges.
Durability
Roller shutters in the toilet behind the toilet will last a long time. They will not fade, will not rot from excess moisture, will not deform, will not rust, will not allow fungus or mold to spread. Their pleasant appearance will decorate the room, pleasing to the eye.
Used profiles
Roller shutters for a sanitary cabinet in a toilet are not a continuous solid sheet, but a structure of individual slats (profile strips). The functionality of the product as a whole depends on the correctness of their choice for a particular room.
Roller shutters in the bathroom are exposed to excessive moisture and the risk of mold. At the same time, there is no excessive mechanical load on them, there are no vandal risks. Therefore, the best option seems to be the use of foam-filled lamellas, which have good anti-corrosion and noise-insulating properties, as well as sufficient strength. Such shutters open very quietly, without causing discomfort, and serve for a long time, while maintaining a pleasant original appearance. A nice bonus is the low prices for foam-filled slats.
Assistance in choosing a specific model, depending on the characteristics of the premises, you will be provided by the company's consultants by phone.
Foam filled profiles
Foam-filled slats for sanitary roller shutters are made from roll-rolled aluminium. On both sides they are covered with protective paints and varnishes against corrosion and fading. The space between the two aluminum strips is tightly filled with foam. This gives excellent soundproofing effect and increases durability. Moreover, the roller shutters remain light, which allows them to be mounted both in load-bearing and non-capital partitions (including those made of drywall). The slats are compact, do not require a large opening space, which is especially important in small spaces.
Installation of plumbing shutters in the toilet
In our company you can purchase roller shutters for the toilet with installation. This will save time and guarantee the long-term operation of the product. The company's specialists will recommend a suitable way to place roller shutters, depending on the specifics of the layout of the room and your wishes for the cost, perform all work with a guarantee, and talk about the features of controlling a particular model.
In any case, the roller shutters for the sanitary cabinet installed by our craftsmen will not spoil the appearance of the bathroom, on the contrary, they will serve its better design and create additional convenience in use.
Mounting options
In this case, the roller shutter box for the toilet is installed on the outside of the opening and remains visible. This option is suitable for small niches, as it saves space and allows you to use the available space to the maximum. However, the customer should evaluate whether such a solution suits him from the design point of view (the box will have to fit harmoniously into the interior).
The box is placed inside the opening, is not conspicuous and looks neat (see photo). From the outside, the protruding parts are not visible, they are in the same plane with the wall. The canvas looks good, being made both in the same tone with the walls, and in a contrasting color. However, this option can be recommended only for niches, which, in terms of their size and location of communications, make it possible to mount a box (it will overlap the upper part of the niche).
Roller shutter control in the bathroom
Price from: 990 r
Spring-inertial mechanism
It is used most often due to ease of management. This method is recommended if the roller shutters in the bathroom are quite massive (have a total weight of up to 80 kg). On the lower rail are handles-stoppers. By pulling them down until they touch the fulcrum, you can close the canvas. When opening, the stoppers should be held so that a sharp uncontrolled upward movement does not occur.
Price from: 1000 r
Ribbon-cord method
If the sanitary roller shutters to the toilet are compact and small, have a total weight of no more than 15 kg and are placed in a small opening (up to 52 cm), we can recommend a tape-cord mechanical control method. The tape or cord is attached to the shaft pulley, the other end is fixed in the tape paver, which is installed nearby. Opening/closing is done by simply pulling/releasing the tape.
Bathroom and toilet - rooms where a sewer riser, water pipes, valves, meters are located on a small area. It is impossible to do without these communications, and they do not add beauty to the room. Some people hide them behind false walls, but this is not very convenient, because during emergencies the partitions have to be broken. Recently, designers are increasingly offering another, more practical way to ennoble the interior of the bathroom. Let's consider it in more detail, how to close the pipes in the bathroom and toilet with the help of blinds
Advantages
Blinds allow you to reliably and aesthetically hide numerous plumbing communications from the eyes. Compared to drywall or plastic walls, such a cover has several advantages:
- You can handle the installation yourself. It does not take much time and does without construction debris.
- Blinds are compact, almost do not "eat up" space and are suitable for installation in rooms of any size.
- Instead of trying to get to the meter, pipe or valve through a small window on a false wall, you can raise the curtain with one movement of your hand and open full access to them.
- A niche with a sewer riser, closed with blinds, is convenient to use as a place to store cleaning products and household equipment.
- The color palette in which these original curtains are produced is diverse, and you can always find an option suitable for the interior.
- If the blinds lose their attractive appearance, it is not necessary to dismantle and replace them completely. It is enough to insert new lamellas into the existing box.
In addition, blinds last a long time and are affordable. In addition to the listed advantages, one can also add the fact that it is convenient not only to mask pipes with the help of blinds. They can replace the screen under the bathroom or become a screen covering the washing machine if it is located in a niche. Such a screen and a screen look good in combination with curtains covering pipes and make the bathroom interior stylistically solid.
Design Ideas
In rooms with high humidity, namely the bathroom and toilet, horizontal blinds made of plastic or aluminum are used. Their wooden and bamboo varieties are not sufficiently moisture resistant and are not suitable for bathrooms.
Aluminum and plastic horizontal blinds have many common advantages. And those and others:
- look stylish and elegant;
- available in a wide range of colors;
- easily fit into the interior;
- covered with a composition that makes them resistant to temperature extremes and moisture.
They look about the same, but the choice of colors of plastic products is wider. If we talk about the price, then aluminum structures are more expensive than plastic counterparts, but they will also last much longer.
An excellent option for hiding pipes in the bathroom and toilet are also plumbing blinds. They look very neat and are easy to use. In addition, you can even give the room a personality and order photo-printed blinds.
The motto of the current modern interior is a minimum of unnecessary details and bulky items, a maximum of free space and concise, but functional solutions. Ergonomic and practical, blinds are ideal as a tool to bring it to life. If you have not yet decided how to equip the bathroom, try to take a closer look at the blinds. Their non-standard use will only benefit the decor of this room and will undoubtedly facilitate your life.
Some time ago, functional decor items replenished their assortment with another interesting novelty - blinds for the toilet. With the help of a masking structure, you can easily hide pipes and other unaesthetic errors in the room. Read about the nuances of choosing and installing a product in the article.
A standard bathroom is usually the smallest room in an apartment. It is very important that, for all its compactness, the toilet is comfortable, cozy and functional. But what about the numerous valves, faucets and pipes - they certainly won’t add comfort to the toilet room?
The communication system in the smallest room in the apartment is most often perceived by the owners as a headache: it is not so easy to hide the complex interweaving of water meters, pipes and valves. The solution to the problem is also complicated by the ban on the capital overlap of the riser, since the elimination of a sudden emergency (for example, a leak) will require immediate access to communications. In addition, it is unlikely that anyone will want to make forced destruction in a thorough repair of the premises, on which a lot of time was once spent. Timely measures taken will help to prevent such troubles.
There is no doubt that access to pipes and other elements of the communication system for preventive inspection for integrity should be unhindered. However, the question of the aesthetic arrangement of the premises does not lose its relevance. In order, as they say, to combine business with pleasure, pay attention to plumbing blinds in the toilet. With this product indoors, you can easily mask all the details that you don’t want to look at every day. The design of these blinds is similar to the structure of conventional products, but at the same time, a moisture-proof substance has become the material for all parts. The blinds in the toilet perfectly combine functional and decorative features: when they are raised, you can safely inspect all the pipes, when lowered, admire the original decor element.
Advantages of blinds in the toilet
To mask unsightly communications in a small toilet room, the use of blinds must be considered very carefully. Did you know that this product has a number of undeniable advantages over swing doors, despite the fact that it will cost you a little more? Pay attention to the following nuances:
- In order to achieve the full functioning of the doors, it is necessary to provide the swing structure with free space, and this is not so easy in the cramped conditions of the toilet room - for example, the toilet flush tank can become an obstacle. Blinds work in a parallel plane from the wall, so they do not need additional space.
- The installation of blinds is a simple job without a preparatory stage, while the installation of hinged doors is preceded by strengthening the areas for fastening the hinges.
- For condensate, blinds are a more stable barrier than swing doors. The outer coating of the pipes will be reliably fenced off from the accumulation of water.
- When it comes to style, blinds are always one step ahead of swing doors.
What are the blinds in the toilet
According to the material of manufacture of the product, blinds are distinguished:
- metal - this option is perhaps more suitable for the bathroom than the others, because it has a lot of advantages. Aluminum blinds have a solid construction, which becomes the basis for original design solutions: a variety of coatings, graphics, images and decor. Metal blinds can be purchased in any color. Aluminum photographic products with images of a high degree of realism look especially impressive: birds, animals, flowers or architectural buildings. The material is indifferent to water, it is not afraid of moisture and deformation due to constant temperature changes. The ratio of price and quality of metal blinds is quite justified;
- plastic - undemanding to care for and will not cause much damage to your budget. The product is distinguished by a large range of colors, thanks to which it organically fits into any tone of the dressing room. At the same time, plastic blinds cannot boast of diverse design solutions. Manufacturers compensated for this drawback due to the high performance of the product - provided that plastic blinds are treated with care, they will serve you for a very long time. They perfectly tolerate temperature changes, are easily cleaned of dust and dirt, are not afraid of moisture and corrosion;
- wooden - serve as an ideal complement to a classic interior. The material for their manufacture is compressed sawdust (budget option) and solid tree species (yew, cherry, beech, linden, oak). Expensive models look elegant and sophisticated. In view of the main purpose of such blinds (to hide the pipe in the toilet), they are impregnated with an antiseptic and coated with a moisture-resistant paintwork. However, wet cleaning of the product must be avoided. You also need to protect the product from direct exposure to water. The main advantage of wooden blinds is the ability to effectively suppress sounds coming from sewer pipes. The product looks great against the background of a wooden bathroom set;
- fabric - used to decorate the toilet room less often than others. The material for the production of such a product is cotton and silk, which are certainly treated with special antiseptic agents and supplemented with special moisture-resistant coatings. Fabric blinds differ in rich color scale. In general, they look very impressive. Most often, vertical blinds are made for the toilet, which fold to the side, and not up, like models that are more familiar to us. Many consumers refuse to use fabric blinds in the toilet due to fear of rapid deformation of the slats, fungus and the rapid acquisition of a “damp” smell by the product. However, manufacturers have prudently taken into account all these options and endowed the product with high resistance to a humid environment, which, of course, is reflected in its cost.
The division of blinds into types is based on the arrangement of slats. On this basis, blinds are:
- vertical;
- horizontal;
- rolled;
- roller shutters.
Vertical blinds in the toilet (photo)
The slats of such a product occupy a vertical position, which looks a little unusual, but stylish. The parameters of the slats also vary from very narrow to wider, similar to tapes. Such lamellas are most effective in fabric design. Most often, equipping a toilet room with vertical blinds is justified by the spacious width and walls of a large area in the room. A more modest-sized bathroom with blinds of this type will visually make it even narrower and cramped.
Horizontal blinds in the toilet (photo)
Compared to vertical blinds, their variety with a horizontal type of construction is used much more often in the design of toilet rooms. Opening you access to the communication system or counters in the niche of the toilet cabinet, the slats are assembled at the top and fixed there. Horizontal blinds are controlled by a chain. This is a simple but reliable and, as practice has shown, durable mechanism. The result of the latest developments in the field of improving these products is electronic blinds - you just need to press a button, and the structure of the rails will fold and secure itself. The option, of course, is interesting, but more demanding in care and not very reliable.
Roller blinds in the toilet (photo)
Roller blinds or cassette blinds are the most popular today. The uncomplicated design looks great in the interior of the toilet room, saves a lot of space and “misses” you to the counters and pipes without any problems as soon as you need it.
Roller blinds are removed with a chain - the curtain is rolled up and hidden in a box near the ceiling. More advanced models are powered by an electric drive on a remote control. Some instances are spring operated. To emphasize the aesthetics of the product, it can be decorated with a pattern - the paint is applied using a special airbrush.
Blinds roller shutters in the toilet (photo)
A product of this type has established itself as a strong and reliable design, but due to the bulky mechanism, it is best suited for spacious washrooms. The standard set of roller shutters consists of the following components:
- box - in this protective case, a shaft is fixed, which is responsible for folding and straightening the web;
- web profile - most often made of steel, aluminum or plastic;
- guide rails - provide the canvas with freedom of movement along the grooves;
- spring-inertial mechanism.
Blinds for the sanitary cabinet in the toilet
For many of us, the restroom serves as a kind of pantry for storing washing powder and other household chemicals to restore order in the house. Very often the toilet is combined with the bathroom. To save valuable space, plumbing roller shutters can be used as a small cabinet in the bowels of which you can store personal care products or anything else.
Roller shutters are durable. Even the most active operation will not cause its subsidence and other deformation. Moisture also has no effect on this product. The cleanliness of the canvas is maintained by regularly removing dust with a damp cloth. Having successfully picked up the color, you can easily disguise the blinds-cabinet in the toilet.
Shelves are installed directly in a niche if it is spacious and deep enough. In this case, you must by all means make sure that the shelves do not block free access to important communications, since it will not be possible to quickly dismantle the entire niche if necessary.
For the arrangement of the cabinet, you can choose both horizontal and vertical blinds. If you know you won't be using your closet often, go with the horizontal blinds. Regular use of the cabinet niche will be more convenient with vertical blinds.
Choosing blinds for the toilet - what to look for
- In order not to be mistaken and to purchase blinds that are most suitable for its size and style for the toilet room, take the dimensions of the room before buying the product. Accurate calculations and a clear definition of a place for installing blinds are the key to a successful choice.
- Robust construction and quality material are, of course, paramount requirements for bathroom blinds. But do not forget also about fittings - without it, not a single product will last for a long time. The duration of the operation of the blinds depends precisely on such “little things”: a high-quality fastening mechanism, a strong chain and strong binding threads for the rails.
- There are special requirements for wooden and fabric curtains. Be sure to ask the seller how the product is resistant to fungal and mold microorganisms, moisture. Also, do not be too lazy to study the information on the packaging provided by the manufacturer of the blinds. There should be a special marking indicating what kind of water-repellent and anti-corrosion compound the product rails are coated with.
- In order to create a comfortable psychological climate in the toilet room, the colors of the blinds are selected taking into account the color of the furniture and plumbing that the restroom is furnished with.
How to care for the blinds in the toilet
- If a layer of dirt collects on the rails, it will be quite problematic to bring the product to its original appearance. To save yourself time and effort in the future, you should wipe down your blinds with a soft cloth every time you clean your washroom.
- Wet cleaning will do wood blinds more harm than good. Clean wooden slats with a dry cloth soaked in alcohol or other special cleaning agent.
- The maintenance of blinds of any kind does not accept the use of hard brushes and cleaning materials with a high degree of abrasiveness. Sharp particles of household chemicals and coarse pile leave unattractive scratches on the surface of the blinds.
- Fabric blind slats can be soaked in water with a little soap added. After washing, the fabric strips should dry on their own.
Installation of roller shutters in the toilet. Video
We are all used to seeing roller shutters covering windows and doors of houses and office premises. Currently, these designs are very popular in the design of bathrooms. Why is it so convenient to use roller shutters in bathrooms, and how to choose the right model: we will figure it out.
Features and Benefits
First, let's try to understand what roller shutters are. This is one of the types of blinds, which consists of a roll, guides and a certain number of plates (lamellas) between them. They are also called rolls.
The canvas of the plates moves up and down along the guides, depending on whether the curtain is lowered or raised. The canvas itself is wound on a specially installed shaft in a box. Such roll structures can significantly save space in an already small-sized bathroom.
In this case, the main function of the canvases is to isolate wall communications, water meters and other unsightly plumbing components. Of course, it is cheaper to insulate pipes with drywall sheets or profiled sheets, but a significant drawback of such structures is immediately revealed - it is impossible to create a “deaf” barrier, there must certainly be free access to pipes and meters if necessary: take readings, eliminate malfunctions or water leaks . The construction of hatches with hinged doors additionally hide the amount of free space, which makes it inconvenient to use.
Roller shutters, on the other hand, ideally solve the problem of concealment and have a number of significant advantages:
- allow you to hide pipes and communications;
- a wide range of sizes will allow you to choose a design for any size of the room;
- to provide quick access to pipes and metering devices, you just need to lift the curtain up, and not resort to partial dismantling of the coating;
- compact design and ease of use;
- ease of installation and fastening process (all work will take only a few hours);
- simple maintenance, consisting in the timely wiping of dust from the surface of the lamellas with a damp cloth;
- strength and long service life, maintaining an attractive appearance for a long time;
- provide additional sound insulation;
- the possibility of creating an original design of the room, taking into account the taste preferences of the owner.
Kinds
Consider the main types of roller shutters. Roller shutters differ in several ways.
The blind box can be located:
- above;
- bottom;
- outside;
- inside.
The types of control of the construction mechanism also differ:
- mechanical (open and close manually);
- automatic or electric (they move with the help of a special electric drive, which is controlled by a remote control or by pressing the on / off button).
Due to the fact that in the toilet there is no need to raise and lower the blinds too often, the second option is chosen much less often, especially since the options with automatic control are much more expensive.
The mechanized version is much more practical and cheaper. The most popular are two types.
- Tape (cord). In this case, a tape is attached to the shaft and the stacker, by pulling which a person sets the mechanism in motion. This method is designed for loads of no more than 15 kilograms, which, as a rule, is enough for the correct operation of roller shutters in the bathroom for a long time. This option is suitable for narrow openings - up to 50 cm wide, for wider structures, the disadvantage of the tape mechanism is the impossibility of fixing in an intermediate position, which can cause inconvenience when using.
- Spring-inertial. This is a newer modification that is able to fix the blinds in absolutely any position, that is, you can always slightly raise the curtain to the desired height without opening the opening completely. The convenience of the process of raising and lowering is provided by a special handle located on the bottom rail. The only drawback of this type of mechanism can be considered a limitation on the width of the opening: if the width of the structure is less than 50 cm, then the spring simply will not fit.
Roller shutters are divided according to the type of profile.
- Roller-rolled slats filled with foam. This option is the most economical in terms of cost, most often such roller shutters are made of thin sheets of aluminum.
- Reinforced seamless profiles - a more durable option, most often used for installation in door and window openings.
The arrangement of the slats can be vertical and horizontal, while the shapes of the roller shutters are very diverse - from traditional rectangular to original asymmetric ones.
materials
For the manufacture of roller shutters, the same types of materials are used as for door and window structures.
You can note the most popular of them.
- Plastic- the cheapest and easiest to maintain material. Plastic lamellas are lightweight, not subject to corrosion, and fungus does not form on them. A variety of color schemes will allow you to fit them into any interior. Among the shortcomings of the material, the fragility of the structures can be noted, but with careful handling, plastic roller shutters can last a long time.
- aluminum models. The price category of such roller shutters is already a little higher, while aluminum slats are also easy to clean, they are light, have a surface that is resistant to damage and scratches. As a rule, aluminum plates are covered with a double layer of protective paint, which allows them to be installed in rooms with high humidity. And most importantly - this material has sufficient strength, and hence a long service life.
- Steel- the most durable roller shutters, most often stainless steel is used in the manufacture in order to avoid corrosion in the future during operation. Such models are rarely installed in private houses and apartments due to the high cost and the absence of a large load on the structure. However, this material is suitable for installation in public bathrooms.
- Wood options. This material is rarely chosen for placement in the toilet due to its high cost and ability to deform in wet areas. To preserve the original appearance of a wooden product, it will be necessary to constantly treat it with special protective compounds.
I would like to note that of the considered materials, aluminum structures are considered optimal - they do not have the highest cost, strong and durable.
Dimensions
Roller shutters can vary in size. First of all, when choosing, you should pay attention to the width of the opening, if it is less than 50 cm, then only models with tape control can be installed. Large width will allow you to choose a spring model.
Manual models have a minimum width of 45 cm and a height of 40 cm, automatic versions have a minimum width of 60 cm, the height is unlimited and can be any. Guides are made with parameters 53x22 mm or 53x60 mm.
The dimensions of the boxes are determined depending on the type of profile and the overall height of the structure.
Standard box sizes are:
- 1.37x1.37 m, suitable for roller shutter heights up to 1.6 m;
- 1.5x1.5 m, suitable for construction heights up to 2 m;
- 1.65x1.65 m, suitable for roller shutter heights up to 2.88 m.
In this case, the choice of the desired size depends on the parameters of the room, so it is very important to measure correctly.
For a more accurate measurement, measure at several points at once. First, measure the distance along the width of the opening on the left, right and in the middle. After that, the height of the opening is also measured from above, below and in the center. Then you need to measure the diagonal distance to avoid possible deformation of the shape after installing the roller shutters. Deviations of more than 1 cm are unacceptable, as they can cause skew or distortion of the web.
Decor
Plumbing sheets with polymer painting are an excellent solution for rooms with high humidity. The paint perfectly withstands temperature changes, does not fade and retains an attractive appearance for a long time.
The most popular options for roller shutters are classic white models. But if you want to diversify the interior with more original colors, manufacturers are always ready to offer countless any colors and shades.
In this case, different design options can be distinguished.
- Models made in one color, - this is the most common decor option, while the shades can be different, it all depends on the taste of the customer. You can choose a shade for the overall color scheme of the toilet or highlight the design by choosing a brighter design option. At the same time, color and white models do not have a difference in price.
- Photo printing options. Such a design will undoubtedly attract attention and add zest to the room. Thanks to modern technologies, absolutely any pattern can be applied to the surface of the lamellas at the request of the customer. You can choose a picture according to the style of the room. Models with photo printing do not require specialized care, their appearance does not change over time, which adds to their attractiveness. However, it is worth considering that such models have a higher cost than plain ones.
- Perforated roller shutters. This is the most modern development, such models were originally planned for rooms in which the curtains had to let in a certain amount of light, even with the blinds closed. Nevertheless, the original appearance of such models makes them attractive for installation in ordinary household premises.
Color and mirror inserts on the slats look interesting. It should be noted that the coloring of roller shutters is carried out exclusively by an industrial method in order to avoid surface deformation in the future during operation.
Manufacturers Overview
Currently, there are many domestic and foreign manufacturers of roller shutters on the market.
They can be divided into two categories.
- Companies manufacturing profiles and components. This group includes four manufacturers - the Belarusian company Alutech and the Russian companies DoorHan, Aluform and Simplex. The leader of the domestic market of roller shutter systems is Alutech, which occupies approximately 80% of this segment.
- Manufacturers involved in the installation, assembly and maintenance of structures from ready-made materials. This category works with materials supplied by the first group. Let's note some of them.
Roltech company, has been producing roller shutters since 2005. The company's products have good reviews, high-quality materials and accessories are used in production. The assortment includes various types of designs and design of roller shutters, an assortment is presented from classic plain to original models with photo printing and prints. It is possible to order a truly unique model to your liking.
"ST-Stroy"- Another domestic company engaged in the manufacture and installation of roller shutters. An extensive dealer network allows the company to supply products throughout central Russia. "ST-Stroy" is engaged in the maintenance of roller shutters with automatic and manual control.
Another popular manufacturer is "Rolling Shutters" engaged in the manufacture, installation and service of roller shutters. When assembling structures, aluminum profiles from Alutech are used, as well as steel guides from German and Italian manufacturers.
When choosing a manufacturer, it is necessary to carefully study the characteristics of the products they manufacture, as well as the reviews left by the owners of ready-made structures.
Why are they needed?
When choosing materials and design of roller shutters in the toilet, it is important to consider their main purpose. Traditionally, they are installed to close communications: meters, riser, pipes and valves. Such a fence will create the effect of a flat and attractive surface, without obstructing access to an enclosed space if necessary.
Such a design, decorated with an unusual pattern or pattern, can create a unique atmosphere in the room. With the help of roller shutters, you can give the bathroom an original style. For example, if you apply a pattern of cherry blossoms on the lamellas, a peculiar oriental flavor will appear in the toilet.
And also in the toilet, in addition to hiding sanitary niches, roller shutters can replace the hinged doors of cabinets and shelves, allowing you to save precious free space in the room.
The best option would be to install roller shutters during the repair process before finishing the walls. This will hide possible gaps between the wall and the shutters.
There are three ways to install the structure:
- installation in the opening, the box is installed inside;
- fastening in the opening, the box is installed outside;
- overlay installation, the box remains outside.
In the first case, it is necessary to mount the box before laying the tiles. It is important that plumbing communications do not interfere with the deepening of the box.
Outdoor installation, as a rule, is chosen if the pipes are too close to the opening. In this case, the box is installed directly on the tile. The disadvantage of this method is the reduction in the size of the opening by the size of the box. Overlap installation is used for thin substrates, such as drywall sheets. The box is also located outside, during installation an additional lower profile is installed. Mounting to the ceiling in this case is not required, it is placed in the upper rails, which ensures the reliability of the structure.
Starting repairs in the bathroom, many people think about how to disguise sewer pipes.
And it’s true, because noticeable pipes, valves and meters will by no means add beauty to the interior of the room. What is the best way to hide communications without compromising the functionality of the room?
We bring to your attention several simple options for solving this creative problem.
We have already talked in previous publications about how to close the pipes in the bathroom. In the toilet, you can use the same methods, but with some features.
Let's take a closer look at a few options.
Plastic and drywall
First you need to decide on the material for the structure that will cover your pipes. For bathrooms, plastic or drywall panels are usually used.
These materials are suitable for any interior, for any floor, wall and ceiling finishes.
The difference in the use of these materials is only the need to decorate drywall. Whereas for a plastic panel, you only need to choose the shape and color.
But on the other hand, the indicated drawback of the drywall panel is at the same time its advantage, since you can make the panel indistinguishable from the rest of the room walls!
The advantages of these materials:
- environmental Safety;
- economic cost;
- ease and speed of installation;
- collapsible structures;
- the ability to leave access to communications (meters, valves, places of possible leaks).
It is important to remember that drywall in the bathroom is better to use moisture resistant!
So, the material is selected. Now let's get acquainted with the different ways of installing plastic and plasterboard structures:
We close the whole wall;
- We install a false wall;
- We use the box;
- We mount the locker;
- We hide communications behind the blinds;
- We decorate.
It is important to remember: with any method of closing pipes, it is necessary to provide access to communications. Be sure to make a door! Either hidden (decorated in the style of the entire wall), or buy an ordinary metal one in the store.
Covering the whole wall
The first way to hide the pipes in the bathroom is to cover the entire wall along which they run along the panel. In this case, the panel is installed on a metal profile base.
In those places where there are no pipes behind the panel, you can build cells to store the necessary items (napkins, air fresheners, etc.).
It is important to remember: for any installation method, it is necessary to leave a space of at least three centimeters wide between the pipes and the wall!
We install a false wall
The second method is suitable for rooms in which communications are located in the corner. In this case, only part of the wall with pipes can be covered with a panel.
We use the box
If the bathroom is cramped and you want to leave as much free space as possible, you can only cover the pipes with panels.
If communications are vertical, the design will resemble a pilaster. If the pipes run horizontally, you get a step.
If the pipes do not go to the end of the wall, you can mount a multi-level plasterboard structure. The resulting shelf can be used as a stand.
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Instead of a box, you can put a nice cabinet made of plywood or chipboard. This is the most expensive way to mask pipes, but it justifies itself with its functionality.
You not only hide the pipes, but also get a place for useful little things.
Blinds
Less commonly, blinds are used to mask pipes. Their installation requires more effort and time and is more costly. Many people think that the blinds in the bathroom look ugly.
But the advantage of this solution is the availability of pipes along the entire length along the wall. Also available are all free places in which you can place shelves.
Decorate
If you like unusual solutions, understand various materials, constantly fantasize, know how to create beauty with your own hands, decorate the communication pipes yourself!
Use mosaics, painting, decoupage, combine different techniques, find only your own, exclusive techniques!
In conclusion, we can say that the choice of materials and designs for masking pipes in your interior is up to you.
Each of these methods has its pros and cons, any of the proposed options may be right for you. Make a decision based on the size and ideas of the interior of your room.
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