Features of interior glass blocks
The following areas of application are especially popular:
- Wall. By laying glass blocks, you can build even and fairly strong walls. The best option is rooms with high humidity (bathroom, sauna, bathroom), where high water resistance of the material is useful. At the same time, the glass is not subject to decay, the development of mold and fungi. You can lay out the entire wall from such elements or combine with other materials (for example, brickwork).
- Partitions. The construction of zoning partitions from glass blocks is one of the most popular solutions. Most often, with their help, places for swimming are separated. Glass blocks are harmoniously combined with tiles, which ensures the preservation of the chosen design style.
- Window. A panoramic wall is laid out of glass blocks, and the transparency of the material ensures the performance of the role of a window. A room with a wall-window will be quite light and insulated.
- Floors. The material in question can be an excellent replacement for ceramic tiles on the floor. The use of corrugated elements eliminates the slipperiness of the glass, and the appearance provides an original design.
- Furniture. Glass blocks are used in the creation of stationary furniture. The facades of them for the bar counter look great. Of these, you can build a table or coffee table, bedside table, wardrobe. In this case, the blocks are used both as a frame or facade, and to form a tabletop.
- Decorating elements. There are practically no boundaries for the use of glass blocks in the interior of a room. Their use as decorating elements ensures the fulfillment of any fantasies. Products with internal decorative inserts allow you to decorate a picture with a three-dimensional effect on the wall. Such a picture is easily cleaned of dirt and retains paint for a long time. With the help of glass blocks, the interior can be decorated in a modern style (loft, high-tech, modern), art style or baroque. Art Nouveau stained glass windows with classic or oriental scenes look great. Arches, niches, columns are laid out of glass bricks. Individual elements built into the wall can play the role of spotlights.
Modern trends in interior planning make it possible to give different functions to walls and partitions made of glass blocks. The most characteristic solution is the zoning of the premises. In this case, partitions can occupy the entire space from floor to ceiling or be installed with a height limit (for example, a bar counter).
Another interesting feature is light transmission. In the walls of glass blocks, there is no need to insert windows, the light flux penetrates through the entire surface. At the same time, depending on the type of products, good illumination or twilight is provided.
The functionality of glass block walls expands the heat and sound insulation properties of the material. Such walls are able to retain heat well without requiring additional coatings and decoration. Water resistance makes it possible to equip a separate bathroom, shower or bathroom.
What is glass block
Glass block is a simple product that has the shape of a brick, is made of glass and has an empty interior. The thickness of its walls is from 6 to 8 mm. This material is in demand when creating partitions in the bathroom due to the non-standard distribution of light. The glass block has many properties that allow you to create reliable sound and thermal insulation due to the rarefied air located inside. It is made exclusively from environmentally friendly materials.Glass brick stands out for its good fire resistance.
One of the most important properties of glass block is moisture resistance, so it can be used when decorating a bathroom. This material allows you to create original forms of partitions, without limiting the designer's imagination. With it, you can select various effects, give the room luxury and charm. The bathroom will be bright, stylish and comfortable.
Over the past few years, the glass block has become very popular. Manufacturers offer a wide range of products. They create a variety of shapes: square, rectangle, corner, round, etc. Today you can buy glass blocks of any color or texture. At the peak of popularity today are glass blocks with decorative fillers or decorated with backlight.
Glass block is an excellent choice when decorating a bathroom, because neither fungi nor bacteria can survive on its surface. In addition, glass is easy to clean and disinfect.
Tile shower cubicle
Replacing a bathtub with a cabin is a great way to save space. Bathroom design can be very diverse. A tile shower is an original and popular option among many owners. It should be noted right away that such a design can be done in two ways: using a finished pallet or by installing a brick floor with your own hands. The work consists of several basic steps.
Tile shower cubicle
- Surface waterproofing. Almost everything depends on this stage. How well the first stage is done, the operation of the soul will show in the future. First, the floor must be freed from the old screed. As a waterproofing mixture, you can use special powder products or ready-made mixtures. With a paint brush, you need to apply the composition on the floor and walls in a small layer.
- After the waterproofing dries, you can proceed to the construction of the pallet. This will require bricks. You can use simple bricks or silicate. They lay the brick on the ready-made mortar, which can be bought on the market or prepared independently. A reinforcing mesh is placed at the bottom of the structure.
Attention! The advantage of a do-it-yourself pallet is that it can be made of absolutely any size, depending on the area of \u200b\u200bthe room
It is important that the pallet is 5-6 cm higher than the sewer pipe
It is also necessary to determine the place of the drain, install a ladder and connect it to the sewer. It is believed that the most convenient place to install a shower stall is the corner of the bathroom. Pipes are installed at an angle. This is done for the convenience of draining water. Stagnation of water in shower pipes can lead to rot, mold growth and bad smell.
Shower cubicle tiled
- The next step is pouring the screed. The solution is prepared from sand, cement and gravel. The surface is carefully leveled with a trowel. This removes the bubbles in the solution.
- Next, apply a self-leveling compound. The drain needs to be deepened a little so that the water can easily go down the drain.
- After the floor has dried, it is again treated with waterproofing.
- Then lay the tiles with a slope to the drain.
- In the walls, it is necessary to lay communications in advance, which will be connected to the plumbing.
Shower cabin device
It remains to tile the walls, for this, use moisture-resistant glue. In advance, you need to purchase doors made of glass blocks or tempered glass. They are mounted at the final stage. To seal the booth, coat the seams with a sealant that is resistant to moisture.
Advice. If installing the door is too time-consuming work for you, then install a moisture-resistant curtain, which is mounted on a special rod.
Shower enclosure completed. It remains only to set some attributes (soap dish, shelf, etc.).
Polycarbonate as the main material for the shower cabin
A polycarbonate shower cabin is a favorite option for summer residents. Not surprising! This is a material that corresponds to the category "price - quality". It is easy to work with, maintains performance for a long time and looks much nicer than traditional oilcloth, which is wrapped around vertical supports.
Like any construction, the installation of a booth begins with a preparatory stage. The first thing to do is to decide on the choice of installation location and preparation of the drain. You need to take this with all responsibility, and in order to facilitate the work, you can first prepare a drawing plan for the future design. So let's get started.
A simple do-it-yourself polycarbonate shower stall
It is necessary to build a frame for the future structure. To do this, you can use various metal supports. It is to this frame that polycarbonate sheets will be attached. The material from which the profile (frame) is made is different. For example, wood, aluminum, PVC, MDF, etc.
Pouring the foundation is an important step in building a summer shower
It is important not to forget to provide a drain for water. After that, vertical supports are dug into the ground, it is advisable to fix them with concrete.
When the vertical supports are installed, you need to mount the horizontal
They are fastened together with bolts, corners or by welding structures.
In order for the shower cabin to be stable, in addition to vertical and horizontal racks, you need to use oblique supports.
The next step will be the installation of the roof. And only after that the tank is installed.
- Be sure to attach the tank to the structure. It is best to purchase a flat model. She is more stable. But if you do not want to spend money on buying a tank, then a barrel may well replace it.
- Attach the polycarbonate to the frame. Seal the air passages with sealant.
Do-it-yourself polycarbonate shower cubicle
The cost of a polycarbonate structure depends on a number of factors: dimensions, materials, fittings, etc. A polycarbonate shower cabin in a summer cottage will serve you for a long time if you strictly follow the rules for its operation, or rather, the material. Polycarbonate is easy to clean, no physical force is required to clean it
Also, you should be careful about the use of household detergents (especially powder ones), because
they are not equally good for polycarbonate and can compromise its integrity.
There are a large number of training videos that will help beginners install a polycarbonate shower cabin in their summer cottage.
glass block cabin
A shower cabin is the most suitable option for people living in a frantic pace. The lack of time to soak in a warm bath is compensated by a contrast invigorating shower in the morning or evening. Building a shower cabin is, in general, an expensive investment. Nevertheless, many choose the shower. An interesting design option for the corner of the bathroom will be a cabin made of glass blocks.
Glass blocks look very light and stylish
Fragile and unusually beautiful material. It is sold mainly in a protective film, which should be removed only at the end of the work.
Any construction of a shower cabin begins with the purchase of a special pallet or its independent installation.
The initial steps for installing a shower cabin made of tiles and glass blocks are not much different from each other. But when it comes to the installation of enclosing walls, you will have to carefully and accurately perform the masonry.
- You need to make a frame. The structure must be attached to all planes of the room (to the floor, wall and ceiling).
- Laying is not fast. Glass blocks set with mortar for a very long time.Experts recommend laying out no more than 4 rows of material per day. Seams should be reinforced with wire.
- For accurate laying of glass blocks, it is advisable to use special crosses that will help to make an even seam.
Attention! Using a special module will simplify the work several times. Working with glass blocks is convenient and easy
For their laying, professional training or any experience is not required. It is enough to assemble a mosaic of glass blocks, fixing them with rubber gaskets. One of the advantages of a glass block barrier is its portability. You can always move the structure to a place convenient for you.
Working with glass blocks is convenient and easy. For their laying, professional training or any experience is not required. It is enough to assemble a mosaic of glass blocks, fixing them with rubber gaskets. One of the advantages of a glass block barrier is its portability. You can always move the structure to a place convenient for you.
Glass block laying
The advantages of glass blocks are much greater than the disadvantages.
- The embodiment of original design fantasies into reality.
- Fire resistance.
- Ease of installation.
- Ease of maintenance.
- High sound insulation.
- A damaged block can be easily replaced with a new element.
Among the minuses, one significant drawback can be identified. Price! Of course, the cost of such material cannot be small. Therefore, such a beautiful and convenient design may not be affordable for many.
Modern glass blocks are made not only in a greenish or transparent shade. It is hard to imagine how original and interesting glass blocks are. Their surface is smooth, glossy, matte, with bulges and reliefs, and even multi-colored inclusions. The sizes also vary.
Original glass block shower design
A shower in the country is an indispensable thing, in an apartment it is an alternative to a bath. How to build it with your own hands, many are concerned about this question, what material to choose and install with high quality. First you need to decide on your preferences, choose the material. The next step will be a detailed study of the installation process. To do this, you need to follow step-by-step instructions (preferably with a photo), as well as study the video of master classes from professionals
When installing a cabin in an apartment, special attention should be paid to waterproofing. After all, the slightest wrong action will lead to water leakage and other unpleasant consequences.
Building a shower cabin in the country may seem like a very simple matter.
Of course, when compared with installing a shower in an apartment, the country option is simpler. But installing a structure on a personal plot will require well-planned actions from you: choosing a place, arranging a drain, buying materials and being attentive during the assembly of the profile and the installation of a heavy tank, which will be located on top.
Follow the instructions and you will definitely succeed!
