How correctly to build in a bath?

Many owners want to have in their possessions such a growing element of plumbing, as built-in bath. It is not available to everyone, but it looks luxurious. You can not build a bath in every home.

This element will be massive and heavy, so that the floors in the apartment building are unlikely to withstand such a load. But the owners of private property can please themselves with such luxury, but also it is necessary to take into account the required load, preferably at the design stage. There are several ways to build a bath. But most often it's setting it on the podium or on the floor.

Limitations when installing a bath

The first is free space. The bathtub will look better if it is large, not less than 300 liters. If you install a small design in this way, it will look ridiculous and absurd.

How can I build a bath in a block of flats? There is an unequivocal answer to this question - it is impossible. In extreme cases, if the configuration allows, installation is possible only on the first floor.

The room should be set aside for a shower, as taking hygienic water procedures in a similar bath is not too convenient.

Differences

The difference of the bath in the floor and the standard:

• This design visually increases space and saves space.
• The bottom of the bath is flat.
• It is equipped with gangways that drain excess water from the outside.
• More reliable drain mechanism.

Material

You can build a bath of any material. The main thing is to correctly calculate the weight of the structure. Indicator of longevity is distinguished by cast iron. But this is the heaviest material. The most optimal option will be acrylic. The bath from it can have any configuration and size. Also, the material is not inferior to the usual metal baths for thermal insulation.

The form

Oval is the most popular option. Usually has large dimensions. It is suitable for bathing several people at the same time. In addition, it can be installed both in the center of the room and closer to the wall.

A round variant will give uniqueness and originality to any room. Place the shape better in the center. Then it will be more effective. And if the circle arrange decorative lighting, it will simply be a fabulous interior.

To build a bath in a small space will help exactly the angular version. It will save space, but it will look no less beautiful.

Additional options

In addition to the main function, the built-in bathtub also has additional ones. It can be ozonization, decorative lighting, Jacuzzi. There are also options with a variety of hydromassages, and even imitation of sea waves.

Installation of construction in the podium

How to build a bath in the podium? This question is asked by many owners who are doing repairs. This will make the room more functional and convenient.

Material for the podium can serve as a drywall, foam block or brick.

• The first stage of installation will be the installation of a bath on an aligned base and connection to a drain.
• Next, note the outlines of the future foundation. For this, the plumb is applied to the edge of the bath and a point is marked on the floor, later they are connected by a marker.
• The wall of the podium will be built along a line that is marked deeper from the base line to the thickness of the facing material.
• Provide for a hole, through which communications will be available in case of an emergency. Such a window can be decorated with facing tiles. It can be easily dismantled if necessary.
• Materials of a brick and foam block will be reliable in construction. But with their arrangement, a difficulty arises because of differences in the size of the bath from below and from above. Elements require a thinning for further styling. Before you build a bath in the tile, the wall needs to be leveled and plastered.
• Drywall is better to choose moisture-proof. He will need a rigid frame device, otherwise the wall from it will vibrate. This will not give the tile a long hold. Suitable installation of a metal profile, fastened with screws or rivets.
• Also, with a wall of gypsum plasterboard, it is possible to arrange a frame from corners welded together. Any of these options should be fixed to the floor or wall.
• Before you build a bath in the podium, you can provide in advance in its lower part niches for storing small things. This will save space.
• When running the podium from several levels, its steps can be poured with expanded or slag-concrete or put out of blocks or bricks.
• The steps will be along the width of the tile (22-25 cm).
• To prevent injuries due to slippery tiles will help the relief profile of the fringing.

Installation of the structure in the floor

Correctly build a bath in the floor will help properly arranged sink. To do this, it is enough to excavate a pit, to coat concrete and walls with concrete, thereby providing the necessary space for the operation of the bath.

The device has a few subtle nuances:

• Its contours should repeat the shape of the bath, and its top - completely to be covered by the sides of the bath construction. When the bath is lowered into the sump, it can lean on its sides. In this case, the support area should be as large as possible.
• The depth of the pit is calculated from the conditions that the legs of the bath will be twisted to the maximum, about 5 cm, and after installation will return to the normal position. Thus, the structure should lie on the finish floor, but at the same time not fully rely on it.
• It is necessary to equip access to the receiver to connect and install a bath.
• Pipes are piped to the pit and drain.

Now you can proceed to the direct assembly of the bath:

• The first step is to install the siphon drain and attach the legs.
• Next, the bath is arranged in the sump, after preliminary twisting the legs to the maximum.
• After connecting the sewage pipe and only after the water pipe. It is better to use in this case, not flexible hoses, but a metal corrugated hose made of stainless steel.
• At the end of the installation, a capacitance test must be carried out. To do this, pour in a maximum of water, check the serviceability of the sewage system and seal the joints.
• Lower the legs of the bath can only after the flooring.

Advice

The best material for the built-in bathtub is acrylic. From it, the design will be easy and reliable. Bortics in the arrangement of the bath in the floor should be high. This will not allow the water to pour over when immersed or moving. The ideal solution is the arrangement of a warm floor.

This will not only comfortably tread on the floor when you exit, but also solve the problem of puddles. Additional functions are chosen according to individual needs.

The built-in bathtub is in itself the center of attention, so it is better to choose the surrounding details discreetly so that they do not distract from the main building. The floor can be lined with any classic option, and you can resort to modern 3D technology and turn the room into something unique. It all depends on your imagination and financial possibilities.

Also an important element here is the overflow tray, which will collect excess water and drain into the sewer. Close it with a grate. Also you can arrange horizontal sliding doors-doors.

So, we found out how to build a bath in the podium, and not only.