Renovation of a bathroom in "Khrushchev": transformation of an outdated interior

The bathroom occupies an important place in the design of the apartment, since every morning of family members begins with it, so the room should not only be beautifully decorated, but also comfortable. For homeowners of modern planning, it will not be difficult to equip the bathroom in an original way, but for the owners of "Khrushchevs", the premises of which are extremely small, you will have to think over all the details and plan each square as much as possible.

Apartments located in multi-storey "Khrushchevs" are small, therefore, when planning them, you should pay great attention to expanding the space - especially for bathrooms, the area of ​​which often does not exceed several square meters. Before repairing such a bathroom, you need to select the style of the interior in advance, as well as purchase plumbing items that would take up little space and perform many functions. Competent redevelopment and design techniques will help to visually expand the room to a large size.

When drawing up a project, it is important to focus on the useful use of square meters and take into account several points.

• In "Khrushchev", the plumbing is tied to the places where the utility lines are taken out, therefore, by transferring it, it will be necessary to lay a new system of water supply and sewerage.

• Regardless of whether the bathroom is 3 sq. m or 2, you will need to check the condition of its electrical wiring and completely replace the pipes, since the room has been in operation for more than a dozen years, and emergency situations are possible when installing new equipment.
• Uneven walls are considered the main problem of the Khrushchevs. The work on their alignment will be voluminous and costly, but if this is not done, then the new finish will not last long.

• In a small room, plumbing and household furniture must be positioned in such a way that it is convenient to use and saves space. To do this, the large traditional bathtub is replaced with compact corner models. It is also possible to supply a shower stall, consisting of a pallet and a railing. It will fit well in the corner of the room and will allow you to install the sink to your right or left, rationally using the space. At the same time, many owners of "Khrushchev" houses refuse to install a shower and a bath - they simply equip a drain in the floor and attach a shower on top, and in this case, a sliding partition serves to protect the walls from splashing.

• To make the interior attractive, you need to hide all unnecessary items in it. For this, communications are placed in special boxes, which are then decorated with tiles. The sink should be hinged - this will allow you to put a bedside table with drawers under it. A sink complete with a washing machine also looks good in the interior.

Today, the construction market is represented by a chic assortment of finishing materials, but for decorating bathrooms in "Khrushchevs" most often they prefer ceramic tiles, which are characterized by high strength and resistance to mold. In addition, such a finish looks interesting in the decor, and it is easy to take care of it.

In order to visually expand a small space with the help of the material, it is advisable to purchase a product of a light shade. An interesting solution for such a room would be wall cladding with purple, green, turquoise or yellow tiles. It is undesirable to install large tiles, since ceramic and glass mosaics are in great demand in a modern interior. Wall decoration with PVC panels or wallpaper will also be a good solution for bath design, while you need to choose a moisture-resistant material with a minimum presence of patterns and patterns.

As for the flooring, it should be a harmonious addition to the decoration of the walls and ceiling of the room. Laying ceramic tiles with an anti-slip coating on the floor is considered a budget option for "Khrushchev". It has an aesthetic appearance, is practical, easy to clean and shines. Since the material must be installed on a flat base, then in the room you will first have to perform a high-quality screed. If renovation is planned, then you can choose self-leveling or cork floors as a coating - they will cost more, but will give the design a touch of chic.

For finishing the ceiling in small bathrooms, as a rule, plastic panels are used or hinged structures of simple shapes are made. The panels are low maintenance, easy to clean and resistant to mildew. For suspended ceilings, it is recommended to purchase glossy canvases - they look luxurious in combination with spotlights and create a volume effect in the room. In addition, the surface can be sheathed with moisture-resistant plasterboard and painted in a light color.

When creating an interior for a bathroom in "Khrushchev", special attention should be paid to the use of colors. Dark shades visually narrow the space, therefore, in this case, it is recommended to abandon them and give preference to a light palette. If the owners of the apartment like dark colors, then they can decorate niches or make vertical stripes on the walls, zoning the room. This also applies to the color of furniture - it should be neutral.

In design, it is important to choose the right combination of colors and avoid monotony. For example, a completely white room will turn out to be too cold and will resemble a "hospital" decor. Since plumbing is mainly white, it should be used minimally in decoration. If white is diluted with bright contrast, then you can create a stylish design. Recently, the red-white and black-and-white bathroom has been very popular - thanks to the harmonious combination of these colors, the interior turns out to be original and fits any layout.

The main advantages of black and white decor include the following positions:

• the space loses its clear boundaries, and the room becomes large;
• the ability to create designs in any direction, since black and white are considered the basis of all styles;
• these shades provide for the use of drawings and patterns, which will diversify the interior;
• the play of black and white shades creates a single image in the room, in which all decor items complement each other and actively intersect with each other.

Warm shades are also a good choice for decorating a room. Finishes in chocolate, light brown and beige will fill the space with coziness and give it a soothing atmosphere.Particularly noteworthy are the bathrooms, the interior of which has the color of natural wood and baked milk. No less beautiful will be a gray or lilac room, which can be supplemented with mirrored moldings, golden tint of furniture fittings and inserts in tiles.

When planning a bathroom, you should provide for the correct placement of plumbing fixtures and pieces of furniture in it, since not only the appearance of the room, but also its functionality will depend on this. Today, there are many projects in which a design with a shower stall is provided, which allows you to save space and create an original setting in a small space. You can also choose an interior option where a corner bath will be used.

As for the washbasin, a wall-hung washbasin would be the optimal solution for rooms in the Khrushchev building. - it is better to refuse models with a footrest. A stylish bedside table with a built-in sink will also look good - towels, sponges and washing powder will compactly fit in it. If there is no room for the washing machine to be placed in the apartment, then it can be installed under the sink. In this case, the sink is mounted on the wall, a washing machine is placed under it, and shelves and a mirror are hung on top.

A non-standard idea in the interior of the bathroom will be the installation of a shower with a drain in the floor. Due to the peculiarities of this design, the drain is located directly in the floor and does not need to be raised. By saving space in this way, it becomes possible to arrange additional pieces of furniture. When decorating a room, it is recommended to choose hanging models of cabinets and shelves. The right solution would be glass facades, as they are functional and practical.

For the classic style, natural wood furniture is used, but the rooms in the "Khrushchev" have a small area, and due to poor ventilation under the influence of high humidity, it will quickly deteriorate, so it is best to install objects made of glass, plastic or MDF. Accessories made from this material are affordable and can be replaced with new models after a few years. Furniture should be chosen multifunctional and small in size. For example, a compact cabinet can be hung over the sink next to the mirror - it will store all the necessary tools for cosmetic procedures, and it is worth allocating space under the bathroom for placing bulky items. A good choice is the corner case located above the bathtub, which can also be replaced with open glass shelves.

It is recommended to purchase furniture without complex decor of laconic forms. Facades with a glossy surface will be a beautiful addition to the modern design of the bathroom - they will visually increase the space and will be originally combined with chrome fittings. If the layout of the room allows, then it is good to install a cabinet under the sink, in which not only all cosmetics, but also various household chemicals will be compactly hidden.

Before you start repairing the bathroom, you need to create a design project, as well as calculate an estimate of the upcoming work. In addition, it is worth deciding in advance whether it will be a budget or overhaul, since its design will require materials of different costs. To save family money, ideas for a new interior can be implemented with the help of inexpensive finishes, but in this case it is worth remembering that poor-quality repairs will lead to leaks in the future and cause additional costs, so it is best to opt for major works.

To draw up such a plan, you can seek help from a specialized company or make it yourself, taking into account the following points.

• Redevelopment. This event will increase the area of ​​the premises, but its implementation will require the cost of rearranging communications, including the replacement of all pipes and electrical wiring. Therefore, first you need to know the dimensions of the room, and if its length and width are acceptable, then you can experiment and create a new design. In the event that a family consisting of two or three people lives in the apartment, it is better to refuse this venture and carry out high-quality repairs without redevelopment.

• Placement of furniture and sanitary ware. The correct organization of space will help to rationally distribute square meters - there will be no need to move communication systems. This means that the main expense for repairs will be only pipe replacement and surface finishing.
• Decor type. Depending on how the wall cladding will be performed, the floor is laid and the ceiling is decorated, not only the price of finishing will be known, but also the work on installing the material. For example, false ceilings require good lighting - good electrical wiring and stylish lamps. In addition, in order to properly fix the finish, you will need to level the bases - and this is an additional cost.

Having decided on all of the above nuances, it remains only to purchase material and carry out repairs, while doing this is quite realistic on your own, without overpaying for the work of the masters.

The repair of the bathroom in "Khrushchev" can be carried out with or without redevelopment, while the procedure for carrying out the work will be identical. In the first case, only the transfer of the doorway and the expansion of the wall partitions will be added. As a rule, major repairs are performed for apartments in old buildings, but if the family budget does not allow this, then cosmetic repairs are also suitable for transforming the interior, which can be easily done with your own hands, without resorting to the help of specialists.

In this case, the workflow will consist of several stages.

• Removal of old finishes. First of all, all types of surfaces are cleaned from the previous decorative coating. If the ceiling and walls have a curvature, then it will need to be removed - especially for large drops exceeding 3 cm.

• Often, voids can be placed under the old layer of plaster, which, when tapped, create a dull sound, and when pressed, the finish begins to crumble.

• Planning. They draw a diagram showing the placement of household appliances, pieces of furniture and plumbing. Additionally, the drawing draws the passage of water supply, sewerage and electrical wiring systems.

• Replacing old cables, sockets and switches.
• Installation of new risers for sewerage and water supply. As a rule, metal pipes are changed to modern plastic options. This type of work must be agreed in advance with the managing organization and obtain permission. Risers can be made of shallow depth, as they turn out to be hidden and hide under the plaster.
• The plumbing is checked for serviceability. Previous models of sinks and baths are best thrown away and replaced with modern accessories, but there are examples of original designs in which vintage plumbing looks beautiful.

• Plumbing is disconnected and dismantled, furniture and mirrors are removed from the bathroom. It is also important to inspect the doors because they may not fit into the stylish interior. They can be either completely replaced or refurbished.
• Decorative surface finish.The first step is to arrange the flooring. The bathroom in "Khrushchev" is rarely heated, so it will be cold in winter. To avoid this, the correct solution would be to install warm floors with underfloor heating. Regardless of the type of finish, the floor base must be leveled with a cement screed, and if there is a need to heat it, then a water or electric heating system is laid.

• The next step will be the decor of the ceiling and walls, the sequence of work in which will depend on the chosen plumbing and finishing material.
• Before painting the walls, several layers of putty are applied to their surface, then primed. PVC panels can be fixed to an untreated but level base.

If, according to the project, the installation of a shower is planned in the room, then a pallet is made of brick. When installing standard plumbing, first of all, wall cladding is carried out, then accessories are installed and the ceiling is decorated. In the case when the walls are tiled, and the ceiling is painted, then plastering is performed first, finishing installation, and then painting. Suspended ceiling structures made of plastic panels, slats, plasterboard or canvas are fixed upon completion of all work, when the floor and walls are ready.

Both creative chandelier models and lamps can be installed on the ceiling. At the same time, ceiling lamps should be bright and have unusual shapes, as they will serve as the finishing touch of the entire design. Stretch compositions look beautiful with spotlights and LED strip. For their installation, holes are prepared in the structure, protective rings are attached and lighting elements are inserted.

Today there are many design ideas with the help of which a miniature bathroom in "Khrushchev" will acquire a modern interior. If the owners of the apartment love the design in the classic style, then the options for decorating the room using light shades are suitable for them. Thanks to the pearly whiteness, which will serve as the basis for the background, the real dimensions of the room will become invisible, and the boundaries of the space will expand. It is best to replace a conventional interior door in this design with a sliding version - this will save square meters.

In order to effectively transform the look of the room and see the results of your creativity before and after finishing, you need to correctly distribute the lighting, installing the backlight not only on the ceiling, but also above the mirror on the wall. A lot of light in a small room will give an atmosphere of comfort and free space. If the bathroom has a window, then you should not rush to lay it - you can originally decorate such an element with LED backlighting. A glass ceiling and a sink will help to complement this design with ease, while the sink is best hung or hidden in the wall. It is necessary to choose pieces of furniture of the same color with the walls - this way they will smoothly dissolve in the interior and will not overload it with their details.

An interesting solution in modern projects is a bathroom with a shower cabin - it is installed from transparent glass. To make the room look modern with such a layout, the walls need to be tiled with ceramic tiles with a vertical pattern and a dividing frieze should be placed in the center of the finish, which will visually increase the height of the room. Due to the absence of a huge bath, the area of ​​the room has increased, so there is no need to rush to force it with "bubbles" and "bottles".

A Japanese-style bathroom design will help you start the morning with a positive mood. Such projects have appeared quite recently, but they are already very popular, since using Japanese motives, the room is filled with an atmosphere of harmony and peace.A neutral color palette is chosen for finishing, but due to the minimal number of items in the decor, bright contrasts can be seen. For a bathroom in "Khrushchev", because of the small area, such an interior may seem inaccessible, but using design tricks, it is quite possible to translate it into reality.

The main decoration of this design will be a stone or wooden bathroom, which can be placed both on a polished concrete floor and on a coating lined with fine stone. The interior will be complemented by a bamboo screen and curtains made of rice paper. Materials of natural origin are suitable for wall decoration: weaving from vine and bamboo will look gorgeous. To dilute the monotony, you need to focus on lighting objects, for which you can choose bright red flashlights. In this case, a bright shade should only be used to create a focus, otherwise it will be overkill in paints.

Many apartment owners choose a modern design for their bathroom design.using a minimum of pieces of furniture for furnishing. Thanks to the freedom of space, the room is spacious. The traditional set of furniture in this case consists of a sideboard, several cupboards and hanging shelves. It is recommended to choose hinged structures from glass, which is in perfect harmony with different colors.

A bold solution will also be a bathroom project in red. In order to slightly free the room from contrast, it is recommended to supplement the color scheme with a milky or white shade, which will look solemn and elegant. As for the red color, it can be chosen in both light and dark colors. For example, a wine shade will help fill the room with a mysterious atmosphere and coziness.

For such a design, you will need the appropriate accessories in bright colors., therefore, it is necessary to think over everything to the smallest detail: from the placement of plumbing fixtures and furniture to rugs, soap dishes and towels. An excellent choice in this situation is considered to be snow-white plumbing, consisting of a bath and a hanging sink. A washing machine can be conveniently placed under the sink, and a mirror and transparent shelves can be installed on top. At the same time, it is not necessary to completely decorate the walls in solid colors - it is recommended to decorate the finish represented by inserts in black.

For a small room, the designers also offer designs that include a small bathroom with a washbasin and trim in neutral colors. In this case, the pipelines must be hidden behind panels or tiles. From furniture, you should choose only the necessary items, avoiding unnecessary decor items. The white color of the plumbing will perfectly harmonize with the gray, light blue, green, and beige shades, the interior with light brown and orange colors will also turn out to be unusual. The sink does not need to be hung on the wall - it can be built into the cabinet and the washing machine can be placed at the door.

Since there will be a spacious cabinet in the setting, there is no need to additionally install cabinets - it is enough to hang several small shelves on the wall, which will serve as a place for storing cosmetic accessories. Similarly, above the bathroom, you can place a corner hinged glass shelf - thanks to this minimalism, the room will be filled with light and visually expand.

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