London builders bathroom installation. Part two.
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London Builders: Bathroom Installation, Part Two
Overview
In the process of bathroom renovation, tiling takes place immediately after installing pipes, mounting the bath, and securing the door. If the bath panel is tiled, it may include a door for easy access to the water drain. However, a more practical solution is a removable hatch, secured with strong magnetic fasteners (at least four).
Protecting Existing Fixtures
Existing bathroom fixtures should be shielded with protective sheets or cardboard. The bath, in particular, should be covered with plywood (10-15 mm thick) or a chipboard to prevent damage from falling debris and to support tools or tiles. If the floor is already tiled, it should also be protected. Keep a wet cloth handy to clean dirty tiles or hands promptly.
Tiling and Seam Considerations
The size of the seams between tiles depends on the tile quality and aesthetic preferences. Typically, seams are 1.5-3 mm wide, while larger ceramic tiles might require 5 mm. Tile spacers help maintain even spacing. Avoid tiling an entire wall in one day to ensure the tiles adhere properly.
Decorative Details and Finishing Touches
For additional decorative elements like borders or patterned inserts, carefully plan their placement first. Special plastic angle bars enhance the appearance of corners and should be flexible to align perfectly with tiles. Choose bars that are slightly larger than the tile thickness for a clean finish.
Construction and Installation
During construction, new walls may be built using brick, moisture-resistant gypsum plaster, or foam concrete. Ventilation systems are also installed. This stage involves wiring, arranging water and sewer pipes, replacing the towel dryer with options for an emergency shutoff, and installing a false ceiling with built-in lighting. Waterproof coatings, plastering, tiling, and installing the bath and other fixtures come next. Floor tiling marks the end of the renovation.
Optimizing Small Bathrooms
For smaller bathrooms, consider space-saving designs and mini fixtures. This creates an illusion of a larger space, much like a dollhouse effect with scaled-down objects.
Quality Standards
For high-quality work:
- Ensure tiles are perfectly vertical and level.
- No tile edges should stick out or sink.
- Tiles should have no hollow spaces beneath them.
- Maintain consistent spacing between tiles.
- Align tile seams for a straight, level appearance.
- Match tile patterns precisely and grout spaces evenly.
By adhering to these guidelines, your bathroom renovation will be both efficient and aesthetically pleasing.
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