Cast-iron bath in Khrushchev: dimensions and design

Usually the phrase "bath in Khrushchev" conjures up an unattractive picture. A small, tight room with painted panels and an old peeling bath. But is it always so? And is it possible to install modern plumbing in Khrushchev?

Bathroom Dimensions

There are two types of bathroom design in the Khrushchev. This is a combined and separate bathroom. In the first case, the area of the room is 3.5 square meters, in the second - only 2.5. Often, it can be even less if during the repair for the alignment of the walls were installed sheets of drywall. But still there are some secrets of increasing the usable area. This is the correct layout, selection of materials, sanitary ware and furniture for the bathroom.

The area of the bathroom can be increased by attaching to it some part of the apartment. You can donate a toilet or part of the hallway. But in the first case, you need to consider that you will have to put a toilet in the new room.

The area of the room will become larger, but it is not worthwhile to expect to install a huge round bath-jacuzzi in it. First, there will be no room for other accessories, and secondly, such a bath should have around itself a lot of free space. Do not forget that all rooms in the apartment must be made in the same style. And you can make a Khrushchev spacious if you have another apartment.

Planning

If you are going to radically change the appearance of your bathroom, you should not rush. First we need to understand the communications that are going on there and draw up a plan of the proposed changes. It would be nice to make a layout, at least in 3D.

Communications

Usually the communications to which the bath in the Khrushchevka is connected are in an unattractive condition. Although many residents have already replaced the pipes and risers with plastic ones. If you are only going to do it, then this is an excellent occasion to change the interior of the room.

Often the plumbing fixtures that you plan to install will not directly connect to existing communications. In this case, you should not abandon your favorite plumbing. It is better to change the connection system by laying new pipes in the right place. The materials and technologies that exist now allow us to do this without special material and physical effort.

How to put everything you need

Every year there are more and more devices and mechanisms, without which it is difficult to do without any family. Often, the owners throw out the bath and replace it with a shower stall. As a result, a space appears for installing the washing machine. Of course, now you can not do without it. But is it really necessary to deprive yourself of the pleasure of soaking in the bath? There are several ways to leave it and put everything you need.

To compact the plumbing, you can install a washbasin sink so that a washing machine with horizontal loading is placed under it.

The toilet can be installed suspended. The space saved can be used to house toiletries. The sewer stand can be turned into a cabinet, making inside the shelves for detergents.

Bath material

Since ancient times, the bath was made of cast iron. They are strong, they serve not one decade. Relatively long keep the heat, noise from the stream of water is heard not much. The main disadvantage is the large weight of such a bath and the fact that chips that can be formed from the impact of a solid object are not amenable to restoration. Modern cast-iron baths are covered from above with high-quality smooth enamel. It does not get dark and does not get soiled as quickly as the old ones. Powder enamel will protect the bath from corrosion.

Steel baths are easier to transport, but less durable. Their shortcoming is a rapid loss of water temperature, a strong noise of the jet, the same chips of enamel. They are cheaper than cast iron and acrylic.

Acrylic baths are beautiful in appearance, warm, noiseless. There are still baths made of acrylic and polymer concrete. They are very beautiful, but expensive.

Molds of cast iron bath

Baths of cast iron have not so many different models, like steel, and especially acrylic. Usually they have a standard rectangular shape. But you can order a bath of the size you need. Or try to choose the right option from the available range.

For accommodation in a small bathroom you can :

• Small rectangular, including sedentary baths ;
• Angular;
• Asymmetric.

If you are satisfied with the size of your bathtub, you can use an acrylic liner on an old one. If your bath is small, then it should be as deep as possible. This is 42 cm. You can find models with a depth of 45 cm.

Rectangular bath in Khrushchev

The smallest cast-iron baths that can be found are products with a length of 120 or 130 cm, a width of 70 cm.

Bath 150x70 is considered to be the European standard. At a depth of 45 or 42 cm you will feel quite comfortable.

Installed in Khrushchev's large bath length of 160 or 180 centimeters does not help save space.

Asymmetric baths

Modern manufacturers also produce asymmetric cast iron baths. They can be left-handed and right-handed. This greatly expands the possibilities of installing such products.

When buying a cast-iron bath of any shape, you need to make sure that the enamel coating is intact, there are no cracks, chips and other defects.

Usually asymmetric baths are the most beneficial for any bathroom. They have the form of a petal, a fan or a cut drop.

A wide choice of bathtub length 135 cm asymmetrical shape allows you to choose the most convenient. In some rooms you can install and a little more - 150 cm.

Corner baths

Angle baths are often asymmetric, that is, sides forming a right angle of different lengths. This makes it possible to slightly enlarge the workplace. After all, except for various sanitary ware and furniture, you need to consider that one of the walls has a door.

Angular asymmetric bath 120x90 cm will be quite convenient for the owners. There are bathtubs the size of 115x72 cm and 180x130 cm. But this is rather a large bath. It will not allow you to save the necessary centimeters.

Baths with seat

Usually they are made of steel and acrylic, but you can find cast iron. Bath with a seat is suitable for those who find it difficult to sit down and get up. Usually these are elderly people. They need to sit in a dry bath, then let the water in. And get up better after all the water comes out of it. But children should not be washed in such a bath, tk. They can fall.

Acrylic insert

If you do not have the desire or the opportunity to throw out an old cast-iron bath, it can be restored using an acrylic liner. It is manufactured individually for each owner. This is due to the fact that there are several options. Therefore, the old bath is carefully measured by several parameters.

The acrylic liner itself consists of two layers: acrylic itself and soft plastic. A cast iron bath will hold this structure, protecting it from stress and destruction.

The insert is set by the master, putting it on an old cast-iron bath. Secures with special latches and processes the slits between them.

The advantage of this repair is that you do not need to change communications, take a bath, remove the tiles from the floor. Yes, and the acrylic bath is more expensive than the liner.

It is not difficult to care for her. Such baths do not change color, they are easy to clean. If scratches appear, they are removed by polishing. Rust is removed with vinegar. Of course, it will be necessary to disassemble the sink. Perhaps he will need a replacement.

The disadvantage of this method of restoration is that with an incorrect proportion of sand and cement for laying under acrylic, the bath surface will have a dark color. With a poor-quality seal, mold and fungi can settle in it.

Restoration with liquid acrylic is much easier, because it is poured directly onto the edges of the bath. But he is short-lived. Therefore, soon you will again face the problem of replacing the bath.

Installing a small bath

After you have decided on the choice of shape, material and model, you need to prepare a place for a bath. The walls are leveled, tiles or other lining material are laid. Then the floor is leveled.

In some models, the bath is attached to the wall. The hole is made by a perforator. A special plinth protects the junction from leaking. Then the legs and the bath are installed.

Bath color

Usually they are sold in one color. The white bath is not original, but it visually makes the room bigger. But you can find a bath of almost any color and even multi-colored. Acrylic liner can be green or beige.

Bathroom doors

Usually the bath in the Khrushchev is separated from the rest of the room by a curtain or doors. There are the following types:

1. Doors curtain made of glass or polyester. Glass is beautiful and comfortable to clean, but expensive. Doors made of polyester are much cheaper.
2. Plastic cheaper than glass, can be of different colors. White bath in the frame of this door looks very elegant.
3. Sectional, can consist of two to seven sections. Suitable for non-standard baths.

For a corner bath it is better to take four-section doors, for asymmetric - five-section (accordion). How much does a cast-iron bath cost?

Price

The price of the product depends on the size and the manufacturer. Bath 150x70 Continental costs about 42 thousand rubles.

Bath Malibu RC more expensive - 50 thousand rubles. It is equipped with two handles that facilitate the process of getting up.