The bathroom is one of the key rooms in every home. There is always a large number of different communications. Due to the fact that in the bathroom there are constant changes in temperature and humidity (due to the use of both hot and cold water), the repair of this room requires the most responsible approach. Moreover, the step-by-step bathroom renovation is of particular importance, since a competent sequence here determines the success of the idea.
First of all, its successful completion depends on a well-planned enterprise. It is necessary to take into account all the little things that can negatively affect the task. It follows from this that the instruction is simply necessary so that in the future you do not have to redo everything several times.
To do this, you first need to decide on the type of future repair.
- Unplanned. As the name implies, this type of repair is urgent and unforeseen. This option is possible if, for example, a pipe leak occurs or repairs are required in connection with moving to a new apartment.
- Planned. This type is divided into two more subtypes: capital and cosmetic. Therefore, it is already possible to determine the type of repair in advance, depending on the degree of need and the financial component. Most often, people perform cosmetic repairs, as it requires less preparation time and material costs.
Knowing in advance about the upcoming repair, you need to perform a number of actions that will ensure the quality and durability of the repair.
Future Repair Plan
Any competent repair requires a clear constructive plan, which will be based on the factors taken into account.
- Primary inspection. Initially, you need to inspect the condition of the bathroom and decide for yourself what needs changes, additions or a radical change. To be a little more specific, you need to find out if redevelopment is required, replacement of plumbing, whether any household items need to be added, etc.
- Force calculation. This item implies an assessment of one's own forces for repairs; that is, it is necessary to decide which things a person is able to do with his own hands, and which require the involvement of a professional and experienced employee.
- Design. As you know, technologies are developing day by day, and now it is possible to create the design of your future bathroom without leaving your home. To do this, just open an Internet browser and see the options for modern design. In addition, some details can be brought in on your own if there is at least a minimal taste. Also, a web resource can provide the necessary information on what can be done to create a practical and at the same time compact bathroom.
- Analysis of the financial component is a very important point, since the further course of work will depend on it. You need to sit down and spend a couple of hours calculating your free budget, and based on this, plan your bathroom renovation.
- Choice of building materials. It is very important already at the planning stage to clearly define the material that will be used in the repair. The most important thing is to choose a facing material, for example:
- marble mosaic;
- porcelain tile, etc.
After following all of the above rules, you need to calculate the total estimate for the renovation of the bathroom. The estimate should contain such an item as unforeseen expenses, for which it is necessary to make a reserve equal to about 10 - 15% of the total cost. After that, you can safely proceed to the necessary purchases of building material.
Preliminary work
- First of all, it is necessary to remove all pieces of furniture and utensils from the bathroom. Everything is taken out gradually, slowly, according to the rule - from small objects to large ones. You need to finish the take-out with a bathroom, which is the largest and heaviest item in the room.
- Next, you need to disconnect all plumbing units and communications.
- After that, you can begin to dismantle the old pipes and sewer drains.
- The next step is to remove the old door from its hinges so that it does not interfere with the passage and repair.
- Demolish partitions if required by redevelopment or new design.
- Completely clean the walls and ceiling from the old facing material. To do this, it will be necessary to take a puncher and completely remove the old tiles, plaster or other coatings.
- Clear the room of old garbage, pipes and other unnecessary consumables.
The most important thing is not to demolish the superfluous and not to destroy what may subsequently have any value.
Repair materials and tools:
- ceramic tile;
- tile adhesive;
- cement;
- putty;
- paint/wallpaper;
- sealant;
- foam concrete blocks;
- mounting foam;
- hammer;
- screwdrivers;
- screwdriver;
- perforator;
- Bulgarian;
- insulating tape;
- nails;
- self-tapping screws;
- building level.
Laying and installation of communications
At this stage, after complete dismantling, it is necessary to lay all the necessary communications: pipelines and electrical wires. The beginning (the entrance of communications to the apartment) must be brought to the plumbing connection point - the future sink, bathtub, washbasin, etc.
Modern plastic pipes are very easily connected to each other with a soldering iron. But with metal pipes you will have to tinker a little, as they require welding. When laying pipes, the main thing is to pay attention to the slope. Due to water pressure, water pipes can even be pulled parallel to the floor, but the sewer drain must be installed at least 3 - 5º downhill. This is necessary so that wastewater does not linger in the pipe in case of blockage.
If the bathroom is combined with a toilet, then you should also pay attention to the lowest possible location of the pallet. After that, it is necessary to firmly fix it, it is advisable to veneer with brick or concrete mixture, followed by tiling. When laying electrical wiring, you should always mark places for sockets, leaving a supply of cable.
Installing a new door
As, probably, many have noticed, windows and doors are installed in the first place during the repair of the premises. After installation, of course, even the dirtiest work will take place, so the door will need to be covered with something like polyethylene. If the door is pre-produced with a protective film, then it can be removed only after the repair is completed.
Facing works
To begin with, the walls and ceiling of the room are finished.
- You need to start from the ceiling. It is advisable to level the ceiling with a special water-repellent plaster. You can also just paint the ceiling in a new color or make a ceiling made of wood, suspended, etc. - everything as planned according to a pre-prepared plan.
- Then you need to do the wall and floor cladding. After removing the old cladding, you need to re-level the walls, first with a cement mixture, and then process with either plaster or alabaster. It is desirable to make the floor self-leveling, since it will be extremely expensive to level it using any other means. After that, you need to carefully sand the surfaces with ordinary sandpaper (0-2).
- . The main rule when laying tiles is that you need to lay them 1 - 2 cm above the level of the rest of the floor in the room. This is necessary in case there is a sudden leak or breakthrough of water in a pipe or drain.
Installation and connection of plumbing
When installing plumbing, the most important thing is to mount everything exclusively horizontally. For this, the building level is used. In addition, modern materials allow this to be done with the help of adjusting bolts and elementary adjustable legs.
You should install a sink, bathtub, everything and taps, while you need to correctly connect everything back to the communications.
Additional installation
Lastly, mirrors, cabinets, various hooks and other little things are installed. In addition, we must not forget that to complete the work it is necessary to connect switches and lamps. All electrical appliances should be installed as a last resort due to the possibility of water, building material, etc. entering them.
From the above, we can make a bold conclusion that, following the step-by-step instructions for repairing a bathroom, you can quite achieve decent results. As a result, only the residents of the apartments will enjoy, but also the people who come to visit.