The device of a separate shower cabin in a small bathroom is very problematic. Of course, if you disassemble the bath, then the cabin will fit completely, but I don't want to give up the bathroom too. Having bought sliding curtains, you decide this problem, while you will not have to throw anything. How to install sliding curtains for the bathroom in detail in our article.
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Types of bathroom shutters
There are several types of sliding shutters for the bathroom.
- With a framework on which the whole design is mounted, and polycarbonate or glass is fixed between frames.
- Frameless - canvas from glasses with increased mechanical strength thickness from 0.6 to 0.8 cm. Sometimes such a curtain consists of 1 canvas, in other cases several canvases.
- Combined.
The opening mechanism of these products is different. On this basis, the curtains distinguish:
- folding;
- spreading;
- with loops;
- with hinges.
Benefits of sliding curtains
Good are these modern designs by:
- Fell and disinfected easily.
- Mimic a full-fledged shower.
- Not affected by microorganisms and fungi.
- Serve for quite a long time.
- Have a stylish look. It is worth only to look at the curtains for the bathroom sliding, the photos of which are in the catalogs to understand so comfortable, elegant and more convenient to be your bathroom with them:
Glass sliding curtains for the bathroom
We produce these products from tempered glass or plastic. They are mounted directly on the edge of the bath and fix on the wall using the profile. Glass sliding curtains for the bathroom have a different shape that depends on the geometry of the bathroom. They can be destroyed:
- for rectangular baths. Suitable for mounting on any bathroom having a straight board;
- for asymmetric and semicircular.
It happens that the company manufactures this modern, stylish accessory for a particular bathroom. Well fit the curtains of this species in the interior of the bathroom of a small area, because An additional space is not required to open its door.
Separate groups of glass curtains for the bath depending on the type of glass. There are screens:
- transparent;
- matted;
- toned.
The operational characteristics of the type selected on this feature do not depend. The choice made in favor of this or another option changes only the design of the bathroom.
Pros and Cons Glass Sliding Shutters
First of the pros:
- Long service life. They are practically not aging and do not change color.
- It is easy to wash, there are no traces of water after drying.
- They look aesthetically and are a worthy decoration of the bathroom.
There are, of course, some drawbacks:
- price, compared to others, high;
- large weight, lack of flexibility;
- smashed when hitting a lot of power.
Good to know: With a strong impact, the curtains of the glass scatters on a variety of fragments, but due to their rounded form, they cannot be cut down. Choosing a screen for the bathroom, pay attention to its height. Between it and the ceiling should be free space, providing air circulation.
Subtleties of choice
There is one important nuance that should be considered when choosing glass sliding curtains is the type of sliding mechanism. They are only 2:
- with the roller system;
- groove.
In operation, the first type of sliding mechanism has proven itself. The perfect option when the rollers are on top and bottom of the door.
Manufacturers
Glass curtains for the bathroom sliding, the price and quality of which are at the appropriate level produces the Russian manufacturer of Aessel. The Aessel Tango 170x140 curtain 1.2.03.13, issued by this company, has the following technical characteristics:
- material - transparent, polished 6 mm glass;
- white profile;
- dimensions - 1.7x1.4 m;
- the installation size is adjustable in the range of 1.67-1.72 m;
- the warranty is given for 3 years.
Exquisite design is distinguished by shower fences from the Italian company Cezares. Such sliding curtains for the bathroom can afford not everyone because of their big value. Cezares TRIO-V-22-180 / 145 sliding curtain features:
- 3-section design;
- material - glass texture or transparent 6-8 mm thick;
- chromium profile;
- adjustment by width from 1780 to 1820 mm;
- it is guaranteed trouble-free work for 15 years.
No less luxurious and high-quality products of joint production Germany-Russia under the brand GuteWetter. The photo below the model having dimensions of 1.2x1.6 m, Slide Part GV-864:
Features Gutewtter Bath Shutters:
- material - tempered 8 mm Glass transparent, tinted or matte, with a pattern or without;
- profile - bronze, chrome, gold;
- the glass is covered with a protective layer;
- warranty - 5 years.
Bath Shutter Installation Instructions
Preparation for installation
Before installing a shutter on the bath, and more sensible before it is purchased, some studies should be held:
- We take a metal detector and explore the walls adjacent to the bathroom for the presence of electrical wires and pipes. Thus, when fixing the frame, it will be possible to avoid damage.
- We are determined with the type of curtain fastening according to the results of the surveys carried out and inhibit the necessary tool:
- construction level;
- pencil;
- dowels and screws;
- screwdriver or drill.
Installation of curtains
- Glass curtains, regardless of design features, are established according to one principle and taking into account the general rules. Mounting technology consists of several stages:
- The process of assembly begins, because From the store you will bring this useful interior element packaged in parts, but with the assembly drawing. So the task facing you is to join all together. At the same time, do not install the door immediately, its turn is suitable after installing the entire design.
- Further install the assembled product in place and place points under the opening.
- Armed with a drill or screwdriver and drill holes.
- According to the placed fastening line and on the edge of the bathroom we apply a layer of silicone.
- Install the screen and fix. Do not touch the design until silicone dry, and it will happen for 2 hours at least.
- Mount the door and on this work is completed.
This kind will acquire a curtain in the assembled form:
Shutters for bathroom sliding, photo installation schemes:
It will help to learn the process of installing sliding shutter for the bathroom. This video instruction:
