The layout of the toilet room in a private house. Layout of bathrooms and toilets

A bathroom should be ... first of all, practical, convenient, safe and functional. Therefore, the design of bathrooms should be carried out taking into account ergonomics and all the norms of SNiP in conjunction with the needs of the owners of the apartment.

The layout of bathrooms and bathrooms includes the arrangement of plumbing and furniture: bath, sink, toilet, mirror, cupboard, heated towel rail, possibly a bidet, washing machine, shower, as well as the layout of utilities: water supply, sewerage, meters, ventilation, electricity . In the article we will talk about different types of bathroom planning, and individually we will touch on design features and.

The optimal types of layout of standard bathrooms

To maximize the use of space, you should draw and carefully consider how the plumbing and furniture will be placed.

Design projects of combined bathrooms in a linear arrangement of plumbing

If the room is rectangular, elongated and narrow, then a linear arrangement of sanitary ware is recommended, and if it is almost square, then the bath, toilet and sink can be placed on a radial principle, as shown in the diagram below.


Ways to place plumbing in a combined bathroom

Recently, there has been a persistent trend towards redevelopment of premises,. This solution, due to the removal of the wall and one door, allows you to get additional space and the ability to re-plan the situation: find additional space for installing a washing machine, cabinet, bidet or second sink. The combined bathroom project must be legitimized, having received approval for redevelopment in the BTI.


Layout examples in a typical bathroom

Small space

Competent layout of the combined bathroom, even at a very 2 sq.m. allows you to place all the necessary plumbing in the room, as shown in the plan below.

Small bathroom, layout of a narrow room with a built-in shower panel

It is very important to take into account the composition of the family, if there are children in the house, it is better to install a compact bathtub, and a shower cabin is quite suitable for arranging a restroom for adults.


With an individual layout of the room, instead of a bidet, you can install a narrow washing machine

In a separate bathroom for 2 sq.m. You can install not only a bath, but also a shower or built-in panel, blocking it with a special screen. If you abandon the option with a shower, there will be a place for a washing machine.


Plumbing in a small bathroom

Bathroom in a panel house and in Khrushchev

Bathrooms in typical prefabricated houses and in Khrushchev have a standard area of \u200b\u200b3, 3.3 and 3.75 sq.m. Most often, in such cases, a decision is made to combine small rooms, which allows you to create a comfortable and practical restroom, which fits everything you need.


The standard linear layout of the toilet is 3 square meters. m

A bathroom with an area of \u200b\u200b3.1 square meters, as a rule, has an elongated rectangular shape, so it is recommended that all equipment be placed along a long wall, so that free space is created at the junction of the adjacent and opposite walls for installing the machine and a narrow cabinet.


The layout of the bathroom in Khrushchev, if you install compact plumbing, it will fit a cabinet and a washing machine

More fortunate owners of bathrooms of 3.3 square meters, the room has almost the geometry of a square. Here you can already plan the placement of plumbing radially and linearly. And besides, it is possible to install both a bath and a shower.


Photo of a joint bathroom in Khrushchev

Most often in a panel house, in order to combine a bathroom, it is enough to remove the partition between the rooms, but in this case you have to abandon the bath in favor of the shower.


Typical redevelopment of a bathroom in a panel house

If the width of the corridor allows, then sometimes in order to increase the area of \u200b\u200bthe bathroom in panel houses, they “capture” a part of the hallway. This is a radical way of redevelopment, which should be carefully calculated.


An example of how to plan and increase a bathroom due to a corridor

The layout of the bathroom is 4 square meters. m and more

In the houses of the new series, for example, in I-155, elongated bathrooms have an area of \u200b\u200b3.9-4 square meters. In such a room there can be many redevelopment options. One of the most common in the diagram below: all plumbing is located on one line along a long wall.


Here, instead of a bath, you can put a shower, then free up space for a washing machine

In the same series of houses in two-room apartments, the bathroom is a bit larger and there is no bulky ventilation duct. It contains a full bath, and on the opposite wall you can place a large curbstone with a sink, under the tabletop there is enough space for a washing machine.


Radial arrangement of plumbing in a room of 4 square meters. m

In almost square bathrooms, the bath can be placed along the wall opposite the door (plan below) or on the adjacent side (on the diagram the wall is on the right). In this case, the toilet and sink are transferred to the far wall, and left space for a typewriter and a cabinet.


Layout of bathrooms with dimensions 2 * 2 m

Important:   Redevelopment of the bathroom and the bathroom is a costly undertaking, since the transfer of plumbing entails the alteration of communication nodes. There are certain standards for pipe bending, their slope and cross-section, as well as rules for installing meters and shut-off valves, before proceeding with the alteration, it is necessary to carry out project documentation indicating all changes.


Typical layout of plumbing in a series of houses P-11 M

The apartments in the P-111 M series of houses have a bathroom with an area of \u200b\u200bjust over 5 square meters. Here, the redevelopment can include double sinks with a comfortable table, a bathroom, separate shower, cabinets and shelves, a toilet and a bidet. And contrary to the prevailing trend, if you have a large family, then it is better to make such a bathroom separate so that there is separate access to the toilet and bathroom, in which there will still be enough space to install everything you need.


Combined bathroom with toilet wall

Two sinks will be useful to those who get to work at the same time, if there is no such need, then the useful area can be used to install a shower cabin with different SPA functions or under a cabinet.

Redevelopment of a corner and non-standard bathroom

The non-standard form of the bathroom may seem like a drawback, but with a competent layout, all the disadvantages can be turned into advantages. Below, we picked up two plumbing layouts in complex shapes. The advantage here is the corner bath and shower, which are very difficult to fit in a rectangular space.


Bathroom layout with complex space geometry

How to legalize redevelopment

The approval for the redevelopment of the bathroom can take place in a simplified form only according to the sketch:

  • If you plan only demolition of the partition without increasing the area at the expense of other premises.
  • It will be just a transfer of communication nodes, without increasing the points of plumbing. That is, you can transfer the sink to another wall, but you can no longer put two washbasins.

To obtain permission for a simplified redevelopment, it is necessary to provide the following documents to the housing commission:

  • registration certificate from BTI;
  • a sketch with redevelopment on a copy of a passport from the BTI, you can draw changes by hand;
  • certificate of housing or social security agreement;
  • written statements of the owners of the apartment; notarized consent for guardians.

Redevelopment of the bathroom will require the preparation of design documentation, if you plan:

  • increase in the bathroom due to other areas (only non-residential: corridor, pantry), excluding the kitchen;
  • move the bathroom to another non-residential building, which has a separate entrance, but it is required that there is no direct exit to the room or kitchen from the bathroom;
  • if you plan to increase the number of plumbing points, including the installation of an additional sink, bidet, washing machine and other appliances, the operation of which will increase water consumption.

In this case, in addition to the documents listed above, a technical conclusion and design documentation for redevelopment is also required, necessarily from an organization that has an SRO permit for this type of work, and a conclusion from Rospotrebnadzor.

Simple redevelopment of the combined space according to the sketches

After the repair, you will need to call the representatives of the housing commission, get an act of work from them. Acts on hidden works will also be required: a new wiring diagram and waterproofing of the bathroom, which must be performed by an organization with SRO approval or a management company. After that, invite the BTI technician to the apartment, he will measure the room. And in conclusion, you will need to get a new data sheet from the BTI, where all changes will be made.

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Not every apartment can boast of a large bathroom, where all functional areas fit successfully and there is still room. Therefore, the design of the combined bathroom is of particular relevance when redeveloping the home. So what tricks and tricks exist in order to design a bathroom with a toilet as ergonomically and aesthetically as possible?

Combined bathroom layout

Delicate pastel shades and good lighting will make the bathroom more spacious

Many of us live in apartments with a separate bathroom, about which nothing good can be said. Either the knees rest against the door, then in the bathroom you have to save space on the washing machine or sink. Therefore, the only rational solution is the redevelopment of the room in order to combine the two functional areas and make one of the two smaller rooms larger.

Bathroom 3 m2

In apartments of the old construction, as a rule, the bathroom occupies only 3 m2. Such modest dimensions simply oblige the owners (most often Khrushchev) to save and rationally use every centimeter of the area. It is necessary to correctly prioritize, choosing the appropriate furniture, plumbing, and even sometimes make something to order. This approach will create a harmonious environment within such a small room, while maintaining its functionality.

Option number 1



Aesthetic and ergonomic layout for a small room

This diagram shows one of the best ways to redevelop a bathroom with an area of \u200b\u200b3 m2. As the advantages of its implementation, it is worth highlighting the fact that here you can place all the elements necessary for personal hygiene. You can also put a shower cabin of quite spacious dimensions. However, with such a redevelopment, there is not much space left on either side of the toilet. In this connection, it is better to choose a shower with a small depth - not more than 90 cm.

Important! For the ideal placement of all items and equipment, it is better to make a cabin to order. Today, as a rule, only glass doors are ordered, and the pallet is made to the level with the floor, using the internal drain ladder.

Also, with such a layout, it is better to hide all communications in the wall, including cranes.

Option number 2



The linear arrangement of plumbing will make the room visually larger

The figure shows another version of the redevelopment of the room. Of the positive aspects of this technique, one can distinguish that immediately from the entrance you can see the wash basin - often the most beautiful piece of plumbing. Also behind the wall is a shower cabin, the entrance to which is not blocked by a toilet.

However, with such an arrangement of all objects and equipment, the heated towel rail is not in the most favorable place. It will create an obstacle to the passage to the toilet, especially if there is linen on it, etc.

Important! It is better to use clear glass for the shower door instead of frosted to visually expand the room.

Option number 3



In this layout, all the functional areas of the room fit easily

The advantages of the above method of planning the bathroom is the fact that when you enter the room, the toilet does not catch your eye. Also, the heated towel rail is very well located. But due to the proximity of the shower, access to the sink is limited.

Important! For such a redevelopment, all communications should be hidden in the walls, including the drain tank. On the saved space, you can put shelves for storing the necessary things.

Option number 4



Having placed all the sanitary equipment, you can also put the laundry basket under the sink

This method of replanning the bathroom allows you to make the room visually larger, as there is enough space in front of the washbasin and toilet. Also, the heated towel rail fits very well. However, choosing a shower can be difficult. Make sure that the doors open in a position that will not block the passage to the sink.

Important! The side walls of the shower can make the walls of the room themselves. At the same time, it becomes possible to equip shallow niches for bath accessories.

Thus, there are several possibilities for arranging even such a tiny bathroom. The rest is up to the design: add light shades, proper lighting and decor. Then the bathroom will be able to please not only with its functional execution, but also with an aesthetic appearance.

Bathroom 4 m2

A bathroom with an area of \u200b\u200b4m2 is quite common. For such rooms, there are several options for redevelopment, depending on the shape of the room - rectangular or square.

Option number 1


A simple solution for a small room

This diagram shows the most popular way of planning a bathroom. The advantages of this option are the fact that visually the room seems larger and more spacious due to the correct placement of all functional elements. At the same time, access to them is free, and the toilet is hidden behind the wall. Shelves or cabinets for storing bath accessories can be placed above the washbasin.

But with such a redevelopment, a heated towel rail is not very well placed, which will interfere.

Option number 2


Functional placement of all elements with the possibility of easy access to each of them

This diagram shows how you can place all the equipment in a 4 m2 bathroom with maximum comfort. The advantage of this arrangement is that the toilet is hidden behind the wall on one side and the partition on the other. There is also the possibility of placing 2 washbasins. If 1 sink is enough for you, then the free space can be filled with useful furniture, for example, a cabinet or a cupboard. There you can put a washing machine. Above the washbasins you can hang shelves for storing household chemicals or a large mirror.

However, with this layout, access to the bathroom is limited and there is only one place that can be reserved for a heated towel rail - the area above the toilet. This will also create some inconvenience.

Bathroom 5-6 m2

As a rule, the bathroom area of \u200b\u200b5-6 m2 still does not allow the designer to translate all ideas into reality, but many ideas are available for implementation. Consider a typical layout plan for such a room:



Such a layout will fully accommodate all the equipment and allow filling the place with accessories

From the presented diagram it can be seen that the joint bathroom allows you to place all the functional elements quite comfortably. For example, in such a meter there is a dimensional bathtub, a washing machine, a toilet bowl and even two washbasins. In addition, you can put a laundry basket or make a cabinet in its place. Access to all equipment remains open.

A bathroom of 6 m2 is considered standard (2x3m). It can already be filled with complete appliances and plumbing equipment. For example, you can put a washing machine, dryer, place plumbing and there will still be a place for accessories. In such a room, the need for hidden communications equipment disappears.

Important! In a room of 5 m2 - 6 m2, you can embody design fantasies with a multi-color wall decoration, because the saturated colors will no longer hide the space.

Design and materials

The design of the combined bathroom can be very different. But most often, designers use such areas as high-tech, minimalism and Japanese classics. These styles allow you to give the room aesthetics along with the effective use of each centimeter of space. Consider the design features in these areas in more detail:

  1. The interior in a hi-tech style is characterized by the use of suspended sanitary ware (toilet bowl, sinks) and the installation of a shower cabin. All items of furniture should have strict geometric lines and maximum simplicity. No baskets, open shelves and carved handles. Regarding the color scheme, you should choose gray (metallic), black, blue. If possible, combine no more than 2 shades. Remember that design must be functional. Particular attention is paid to lighting: point devices, rectangular sconces - what you need for style.
  2. Japanese classics implies a neutral color scheme and the use of natural materials in decoration: wood (in particular bamboo), stone, etc. Qualitative imitation is allowed. Designers use sliding doors, as well as decorating walls and furniture. For example, you can create a floral print in the form of sakura, lotus or growing bamboo. From the color palette, you can use light, muted shades - pink, peach, beige, white, gray, salad. All communications and wiring are hidden in the wall.
  3. Minimalism style for a small bathroom is the most profitable solution. This trend is characterized by the use of a minimum of furniture and accessories, as well as an abundance of glass elements in the decoration. For example, transparent shower doors, shelves and even a sink. The color scheme is restrained in pastel colors. Suitable pale yellow, gray, blue, beige, white.

The design is based on the principle of zoning: bathing, washing and latrine. The arrangement can be either linear (indicated in the diagrams above) or radial. The first option is suitable for rectangular bathrooms, the second - for square-shaped rooms.

In any case, the design must also take into account the layout of communications. A beautiful interior can be extremely uncomfortable and you have to allocate a budget for a redevelopment.

The selection of materials should be based on quality criteria. You are unlikely to save money, because in the combined bathroom, operating conditions are even more complicated. The following tips for choosing materials should be highlighted:

  1. A screed for the floor is best done bulk in a combination of a coarse cement-based layer and a liquid plastic level. So you will make an insulated coating. In addition, it will not be as heavy as a cement-sand screed.
  2. For the ceiling and walls, you should abandon the usual moisture-resistant drywall and make a choice in favor of facing with ceramic tiles, an integral laminate. As a heater, it is recommended to use glass-magnesite plates, which are mounted without a crate - on glue.
  3. In the combined bathroom there is hardly a place for a sanitary cabinet. Therefore, you have to hide all communications and the riser under a removable plastic shield. At the design stage, try to disguise it as much as possible.

Examples of finished design projects of the combined bathroom in the photo

High tech



Maximum functionality



Convenience and simplicity



Integrated cranes



Optimal placement

Japanese style


Idea for a larger bathroom



Minimum details



Use of glass in design



Oriental motifs in the scenery

Minimalism


Flowing forms



Maximum convenience


Lack of excess



In combination with high-tech

Other variations and ideas



A shower cabin for 1 person will significantly save scarce space



Use glass elements to visually expand the area.



Pleasant warm colors create comfort in the bathroom.



With all the details along the walls, you can win more space for a person to stay



Use built-in plumbing to save space



A solid color palette is the best choice for small bathrooms



The place above the washing machine can be used



A few bright accents will make the room more comfortable



The place under the washbasin can be used as efficiently as possible - for household utensils, bath and cosmetic accessories



Using a light palette expands the space



Smooth lines and an abundance of glass in the decoration will make the room visually larger



Minimalism - a suitable style for a small bathroom

Secrets to Increasing Space



A minimum of furniture, accessories and more transparent surfaces is the key to a successful bathroom design

We highlight several basic subtleties that will make the design of the combined bathroom more spacious and functional:

  1. Two factors can influence the visual perception of the situation: the color scheme and the location of the equipment. Undoubtedly, the placement of the toilet, shower, bidet and sink depends on your preferences and the size of the plumbing, but in a small room it will be more expedient to place them along the walls, and a heated towel rail on the opposite side.
  2. Give preference to a hinged toilet or plumbing with installation. The drain tank looks very bulky and takes up useful space.
  3. An abundance of accessories and decor is not recommended. Especially heavy, absorbing space.
  4. Use glass shelves and doors, preferably in streamlined shapes.
  5. The main color scheme should be sustained in light shades. Warm colors visually expand the room.

The technical nuances for the combined bathroom boil down to the fact that the shower tray should hold a double spill. You should also provide for good ventilation, which can remove steam, thereby eliminating the risk of mold on the walls.

You will have to abandon sockets and switches inside a small bathroom. Safe installation implies an external location. Do not forget to protect the lamps from moisture.

As you can see, to equip a combined bathroom will require a little imagination and creativity. Use a natural color palette for decoration, preferably in soft notes. Along with the abundance of glass and mirror surfaces, this will create a more simple room interior.

What is a bathroom? A bathroom is a central and very important part of any house or apartment. This term should be understood as a restroom, in which there is at least a toilet and a washbasin. When the area allows, then a urinal and a bidet are added. There are also bathrooms, at least a bathtub and possibly a shower. It is necessary to take into account the combined bathrooms - the rooms in which the plumbing is installed for the bathroom and the bathroom. Such combined bathrooms are often designed to save space and, of course, for the convenience of residents. The size of these rooms depends on the category of housing.

According to the projected housing is divided into categories, taking into account the level of comfort and social orientation: I and II. The requirements of these standards apply to both categories and take into account ensuring the sanitary and hygienic well-being of residents of these categories of housing. For example, in one-room apartments it is planned (toilet, bath, washbasin). Separate bathrooms are planned in two- and three-room apartments of each category (a toilet with a toilet and a washbasin, a bathroom with a washbasin). In four or more room apartments, at least two combined bathrooms are expected, each of them must have a toilet. But now we’ll talk about the minimum size of the bathroom and how to use them to your advantage.

What are the options

  • The minimum dimensions of the room where it is installed is 2.5 m, the depth of the toilet is 1.2 m, and the width is at least 0.8-0.9 m.
  • The minimum size of the combined bathroom (this includes a bathtub, washbasin, toilet and place for a washing machine) is 3.8 square meters. m
  • The minimum size of a bathroom with a shower (this includes a cabin instead of a font) is 2.1 square meters. m
  • The minimum size of a bathroom with a shower is 1.8 square meters. m

Bathroom in a private house

Special rules and regulations govern the placement of both the bathrooms themselves and sanitary equipment in them. In Russia, it is SNiP (construction norms and rules). The CIS countries establish their own rules and regulations. There are also territorial building codes, they depend on the regions or on individual cities. According to these standards, the construction of residential houses up to two floors (not including the basement), where there are non-sewer latrines such as a backlash closet or dry closet, is allowed in rural settlements. According to the norms, it is expected that the room will have, in addition to artificial lighting and ventilation, also natural. In which climate zone is being built plays a special role a private house. So, in the IIB and IIIB climatic zones, non-canalized latrines can be located in the part of the residential building, which is heated. There must be an entrance through the vestibule-lock, the depth of which is not less than 1 m. And already in IIIB and IVB climatic zones, such a device of toilets of the heated part of the residential building is not allowed.

If we take Russia as an example, here, if the house is intended for a family with disabled people, the minimum size of the bathroom should be 1.6 x 2.2 m, and the combined bathroom or bathroom should be 2.2 x 2.2 m.

The height of the bathroom is at least 2.5 m, and near the bathroom it is at least 2.1 m. If the bathroom is in the attic, then the distance from the inclined plane of the roof to the toilet is 105-110 cm.

How is the size of the bathroom calculated?

Determining the area of \u200b\u200bthe bathroom is very simple. To begin with, measure the length of all the walls of the room and measure the height of the bathroom. Next, we add the length of all the walls and multiply by the height. Now you know what quadrature your bathroom has.

Consider this in practice. Take the minimum size of the bathroom. First we find the perimeter of the room. For this purpose, add the width of the walls in the bathroom, let it be 1.2 m + 1.2 m + 0.8 m + 0.8 m \u003d 4 m;

Then you need to multiply the height of the room by the perimeter and determine how many square meters in the bathroom: 4 mx 2.5 m \u003d 10 sq. m

But here we calculated the area of \u200b\u200bthe bathroom without deducting the dimensions of the door. All we need is to subtract the door size from the bathroom squared: 10 square meters. m. - 1.6 square meters. m. \u003d 8.4 square meters. m

How to use the minimum size of the bathroom

It may seem that the more space, the better. However, even with minimal dimensions, you can make your own plan for how to arrange plumbing fixtures, such as a toilet, bidet, bathtub or shower. Choose the most convenient place for the sink. When our bathroom area is not too large, you can save space by replacing the bathtub with a shower cabin or a hydromassage box. Space is also saved by combining the toilet and bidet. Of course, this is much more difficult to do when all the plumbing fixtures are already installed in their places. But if you follow the simplest rules when planning, this will allow you to use the bathroom in the house safely and comfortably. Having estimated the dimensions of the room, you can determine that:

  • how to conduct the necessary communications more efficiently;
  • where it is better to put plumbing fixtures;
  • what type of decoration to use.

When calculating the size of your bathroom, you need to take into account the dimensions of the plumbing that you plan to install. With the right calculation, even a room of 2.5 square meters. m. can become comfortable, convenient and beautiful. Years of experience show that with a competent approach this space is enough to accommodate everything you need.

What else, in addition to the dimensions of the plumbing, should be considered when planning?

For more convenient use of plumbing fixtures, you need to leave free space in front of them and on the sides:

  • it is better to leave a free space from the shower cabin (bath) within 100-110 cm, or at least 70 cm;
  • at least 60 cm of space in front of the toilet (bidet), on the sides - 25 cm. If both the toilet and the bidet are used, then the necessary distance between them is 25 cm;
  • from 70 cm of free space we leave in front of the washbasin, and if the location of the washbasin is in a niche, then all 90 cm.
  • from a shower or font to other types of plumbing, a distance of at least 70 cm;
  • the doorway must be at least 55 cm.


findings

The minimum size of a bathroom in an apartment and a private house is not a sentence. With a competent approach and layout, the bathroom will become a cozy place for you. At first glance, calculation may seem like a difficult task, because it is important to consider not only your aesthetic taste, but also all the features of the premises. But when you know how to calculate the area, what are the recommendations for placing plumbing, you can have your personal plumbing masterpiece. It is important to remember that the area of \u200b\u200byour bathroom should be suitable to comply with the above standards. Otherwise, it will be very uncomfortable for you to use the plumbing and the room itself.

Proper design of the bathroom is extremely important, because the sanitary-hygienic unit is a room that must have increased comfort. The layout of the bathroom depends on many factors such as the size and shape of the room, the number of people in the family. In addition, when creating the design of the bathroom project, building codes and recommendations, safety standards should be taken into account.

How do bathroom sizes affect planning?

The arrangement of interior elements is able to visually expand and reduce the space, change the proportions of the room, make the interior either comfortable and functional, or inconvenient and ineffective.

The dimensions of the sanitary unit affect:

  1. The location of plumbing, furniture and household equipment.
  2. The location of the pipes of the water supply system.
  3. The choice of finishing materials. If the communications are wall-mounted, then at the stage of creating the design of the room, you should think about the most successful way to hide them.



A wide range of modern plumbing and household equipment allows you to choose models that are suitable for any size of the bathroom. In addition, today, you can order the manufacture of sanitary ware for individual sizes.

You can plan the interior in one room using computer and online programs. To design a bathroom taking into account SNiP and GOSTs the program for visualization of MagiCAD will help. To create a three-dimensional model and design a combined bathroom in the online mode, the planner Triton will be able to.

A competent drawing will help to arrange the key elements of the interior in the bathroom. The plan of the room with an indication of all sizes will allow you to correctly arrange the elements in accordance with sanitary standards.



In order for the layout of the plumbing to be comfortable, it is necessary to adhere to such recommendations:

  1. The free space in front of the shower and bath should be at least 700 mm, ideally 0.1 meters.
  2. The area in front of the toilet should be at least 600 mm long, a distance of 250 mm should be left on the sides.
  3. There must be a minimum distance of 350 mm between the bidet and the toilet.
  4. In front of the sink, leave 700 mm of free space.
  5. A convenient sink should be located at a height of 600-800 mm, the mixer - 950 mm.
  6. The minimum width of the bathroom should be 700 mm, the shower cabin - 900 mm, the sink - 600 mm, and the toilet - 500 mm.

The placement of plumbing in apartment buildings is regulated by building codes and rules designed for the safe operation of communications. When planning a bathroom in a private house, standard norms and recommendations should be taken into account in order to increase comfort and practicality.

Design and layout of a small bathroom

Owners of city apartments often face the question of optimizing and saving space. This issue is especially acute in non-residential premises: kitchens, bathrooms, hallways.



Planning a small hygienic room has the following features:

  1. Plumbing should be located in the course of its use.
  2. To place personal hygiene products, use hinged storage systems, hooks.
  3. Do not forget about the mezzanines and built-in niches that will help to place household chemicals and cosmetics.
  4. Save space will allow a corner shower.
  5. A bath in the form of a drop will make it possible to free up space under a bidet or a small toilet.

When planning a small sanitary and hygienic unit, you should consider where the door opens (into the room or out). In the first case, part of the usable area of \u200b\u200bthe room will be lost. A good solution would be to install sliding doors.

The layout options for the bathroom are 6 square meters. m

The layout of the room is 6 square meters. m depends on the length of the walls, the shape of the room and the number of corners in the room. In addition, the location of the entrance opening also affects the placement of plumbing (do not place a bidet and toilet in front of the door).



When designing a room, you must follow these recommendations:

  1. If the room looks like an elongated rectangle, then the most acceptable layout for placing the bathroom in the far, deep corner, and the rest of the plumbing, is on the wall with utilities.
  2. The non-standard layout of the sanitary site may include both a bath and a shower. In this case, the plumbing is located nearby, in the middle of the room, along one wall. Due to this, the separation of the wash and toilet zones is achieved.
  3. If the sanitary-hygienic unit in a private house with a window or bay window, it is better to place a bathroom opposite the element. At the same time, if the room is on the ground floor, you should take care of the presence of curtains or roller blinds on the window.
  4. If the family is large, then a double sink can be arranged in the room. Position the structure along the wall with a bidet or toilet.

When developing a design for a sanitary-hygienic unit on its own, it will not be out of place to prepare options with different layouts: this will make it possible to choose the most convenient and attractive project.

The layout of the combined bathroom

Often, owners of apartments in Khrushchev’s buildings think about re-planning the bathroom, making its area larger due to the adjacent non-residential premises or to connect a shower room with a toilet.

The dimensions of all rooms in the apartments are regulated by GOSTs and SNiPs, in accordance with which the planning and re-planning of rooms is carried out. The decision on the redevelopment should be agreed with special authorities, the main of which is the BTP.



After redevelopment of the bathroom, to increase the comfort of the room, you can carry out the transfer of communications: pipes, today, are easy to build with building materials. Often a sink needs to be transported. The most convenient location for the washbasin is considered to be between the bathroom and the toilet. The advantages of this layout is that the most attractive element - a washbasin with a mirror can be seen immediately at the entrance to the bathroom.

You can also arrange plumbing in the corners of the room: such a solution will open free access to each element.

Design and layout of the bathroom (video)

It is convenient and attractive to place plumbing and furniture in both spacious and small sanitary facilities. Bathroom designs with detailed layouts of interior elements can be created independently using programs for 2 and 3d visualization. The main thing is that the arrangement of the main elements in the room corresponds to GOSTs and SNiPs: so the layout will be the most comfortable!