Modern technologies allow you to do high-quality repairs relatively low financial costs.

One of the most affordable types of wall decoration in the bathroom is finishing with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) tiles.

The surface sheathed with them looks attractive and neat, and the variety of colors and textures allows you to choose an option for any interior.

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Tile features

PVC plates are oblong plastic panels with internal perforations and lamination applied on the front side. The design on the front side can be very diverse, and the latter fashion models carry 3D images or photo printing. Besides the drawing face maybe with imitation different textures- wood, tiles, marble, etc.

The main advantage of PVC boards is moisture resistance. Thanks to him they become a worthy replacement tiles.

In new buildings, where shrinkage of the house and possible deformation of the walls are expected in the first years, such finishing can be considered as a temporary option.

Installation of such material is quite simple and any novice craftsman can handle it. The finished surface is easy to clean, it does not allow moisture to pass through, and it is easy to drill holes in it for communications and installation of accessories.

Installation of PVC boards does not require special preparation of the wall surface if the plaster is in satisfactory condition.

According to their use, PVC boards can be for external use (siding) or for internal use ( wall panels). Siding is highly resistant to weathering, mechanical damage and ultraviolet radiation.

Advantages and Disadvantages

In addition to low cost, PVC boards have a number of advantages:

• moisture resistance;
• resistance to the appearance of fungi and mold;
• light weight;
• ease of installation;
• no surface preparation required for installation;
• the ability to hide the shortcomings of the foundation and communication;
• wide decorative possibilities;
• environmental friendliness.

PVC tiles are not only easy to install, but also easy to dismantle if necessary. It is easy to drill for installing lamps, heated towel rails, hooks, and other accessories.

The appearance of the slabs allows you to combine different textures and create design solutions, which are impossible when using natural materials.

Individual damaged areas can be replaced without damaging the rest of the area. Their significant advantage is their ideal geometry, so installation does not require any special tools.

Finishing with PVC tiles allows you to leave open access to communications and technical designs. In addition to walls, they are also used for finishing floors and ceilings. Hanging structures allow you to hide communications, wires, etc.

The disadvantages include the fact that, if not correct installation products and seal failure, there is a high probability of the formation of fungus and mold. When installed, they take up 4-5 cm of space on each side, which is important in small bathrooms.

How to choose?

The quality of PVC tiles is determined by the presence of stiffeners - the more of them, the greater the strength of the product. Therefore, for a quality choice, you should pay attention to this indicator.

The stiffeners must be free of any damage, deformation or other defects.

You need to select slabs from the same batch, in order to avoid discrepancies in color saturation, texture, and shades.

To avoid wastage of material, during installation it is necessary to correlate the area of ​​the covering with the material and the dimensions of the products, and calculate the correct option.

When purchasing, you should try to connect two products together. The joint must be clear, without wrinkles or deformations. It should be almost invisible.

A high price when choosing PVC products does not always indicate high quality.

When choosing, you need to take into account the dimensions of the bathroom and think through the design - light shades can add volume to a small room.

When purchasing PVC tiles, you need to take them with a reserve, since they have to be cut to install them in the corners.

When installing tiles, you need to decide on the installation method. If the walls are smooth, you can choose fastening with self-tapping screws or glue. If there is a question of practicality and it is necessary to hide surface defects, ventilation, and other communications, it is worth choosing a method of fastening to the frame - lathing.

After purchasing, the products must rest in the room where they will be installed for 24 hours. They are not installed at temperatures below minus 10 degrees.

They cannot be installed near heating devices, and if they are present, a heat-reflecting screen must be installed.

When installing, compensation gaps should be taken into account, since the panels change their linear dimensions due to temperature changes.

For long PVC panels best way The fastener is fastened along plastic guides. The greater the number of guides, the stronger the structure will be. The guides are attached to the wall using dowels. Corners and joints should be sealed with sealant to prevent moisture from entering. PVC is attached to the sheathing or guide plates with self-tapping screws or staples.

Another installation option is gluing. If the surface is smooth, without flaws, it is treated with a primer for better adhesion.

To accurately place the tiles, you need to mark the surface. Tiles should be laid in horizontal or vertical rows to avoid large quantity joints Joints are potential points of moisture penetration and should be sealed tightly. You need to make sure that after gluing they do not move.

With any type of installation, it is important to ensure proper sealing. If it is violated, there is a very high probability of mold and mildew forming on the concrete surface under the tiles.

For installation, in addition to the materials themselves, you will need a level, a screwdriver, a tape measure, construction knife, hammer.

The adhesive method of fastening is convenient on plasterboard walls, but if it becomes necessary to remove them from the surface, this will be difficult.

If the slabs have a pattern, installation is carried out from left to right, but with plain slabs the direction does not matter.

Types of PVC boards

There are PVC tiles various forms and textures, with different drawings and shades. The minimum size of such slabs is squares with a side of 45.7 cm. From different manufacturers different sizes and tiles and panels. The width of the panels can be from 25 cm.

Their production technology involves pressing different materials with the addition of PVC. To achieve different textures and reliefs, they are processed under high pressure.

Slab coatings can be single-layer or multi-layer. Choice color range for single-layer options is more limited compared to multi-layer coatings. They do not differ in operational properties.

Multilayer panels have a more complex structure and composition. In single-layer coatings, strength is ensured by polyvinyl chloride; in multi-layer coatings, the laminating surface can be with the addition of polyurethane and polyester. Top layer can reach a thickness of 1mm, and the total thickness can reach 7mm.

How to care?

Bathroom walls lined with PVC boards do not require special care. One of their advantages is hygiene and ease of use:

• To remove moisture, simply wipe them with a dry cloth;
• to remove dust, wipe them with a damp sponge;
• stains can be easily removed with non-abrasive cleaning agents.

With proper installation and care, this finish will delight you with cleanliness and will last a long time.

Excellent for finishing walls and ceilings in rooms with increased level humidity. In addition, this material does not require large expenses. Installation of PVC elements is carried out quite quickly.

Main characteristics of the material

Plastic panels under tiles have many advantages:

• Resistant to moisture;
• Masks differences and unevenness of bathroom walls;
• Do not require complex maintenance procedures during operation;
• An economical option for creating an interior;
• A large selection of designs will allow you to realize different ideas in the interior.

Disadvantages of PVC panels:

• Not environmentally friendly. Chemical additives are used during the production process. When burned, they are dangerous to humans because they release harmful components. During operation, low-quality material may emit a special odor.
• Unresistant to sudden changes in room temperature. Deformation is possible under such influence.
• Low level of strength. Panels made of plastic are susceptible to mechanical damage.

Types of PVC panels

The finishing material with imitation tiles differs in shape:

• Sheets.
  This material It is quite easy to install, the elements are fixed with glue. The sheets are visually similar to plywood, thickness varies in the range of 0.3-0.6 cm. Dimensions: 244x122 cm.
• Square elements.
  The material is characterized by a strict form. IN in this case Various designs are possible. The layout is performed with alternating shades or an unusual pattern is formed using different colors.

• The main selection parameter is strength. Plastic panels under tiles must be restored initial form(even after significant mechanical impact). If a dent remains, such material should not be taken;
• The surface must be checked at a right angle. In this case, you can see even minor defects and roughness.
• The pale yellow tone of the material indicates that the material was stored in wrong conditions(under the influence of the sun) or a low-quality coloring composition was applied during production.

It is better to check the indicated dimensions in person, since the stated information and actual dimensions may differ. This feature often observed in products of Chinese companies.

There is a huge number of modern finishing materials, however, some options are particularly popular. One such material is wall tiles, which are made from lightweight materials. It is important that a non-professional can work with it, unlike ceramic version plastic tiles Installs easily and quickly.

Leading designers use textured materials to make surfaces more expressive. Such tiles can create a cozy atmosphere and quickly hide imperfections and uneven walls. It is often used by people who plan to make major renovation, and in at the moment can only allow a cosmetic option.

Modern decorative tiles for walls - a good alternative to textured wallpaper, the process of working with it does not take much time; having correctly laid out the surface, you can stick the tiles in a few hours. It can be used as a finishing material for the entire apartment, but if there are animals in the house, it is best to give preference plastic options and do not buy soft slabs.

Variety of wall tiles

If there are no obstacles, soft wall tiles will be an excellent textured solution for decorating a corridor or bedroom. By choosing a color in accordance with the overall design idea, you can quickly complete the renovation yourself. Designers advise trying several color options, which can be assembled into a mosaic. This option will be unusual solution and will give the room a special chic. The main thing is to follow the rule: tiles of different colors must be made of the same material.

Ecologically clean option Cork wall tiles can be used to decorate an apartment in a natural style. Soft and porous, it can also serve as a board for pinning important notes, notes and photos. As stated earlier, main feature tiles is that it is easy to work with; it is enough to correctly calculate the position of each mosaic element to make a beautiful canvas.

If the owner of the apartment does not want to use cork for decoration, you can always find a way out; wood-look wall tiles made of plastic or veneer will also help create the right atmosphere.

Material for tiles depending on the room

A modern apartment is simplicity of lines, bright design and high-quality finishing materials that allow you to make repairs that last a long time. The use of such materials is an opportunity to save money and time, because any repair is associated with space limitations. Wall tiles, ceramic, are often used in the bathroom and kitchen. smooth surface allows you to quickly remove particles of dirt, grease, and water.

This option is ideal in a room where air humidity is high. By combining plain and patterned color options, you can create beautiful apron, wall tiles open up freedom for creativity, so the apartment owner can try himself as a designer, choosing the best combinations.

Plastic panels are actively used not only for working with walls, but also as a material for decorating the ceiling. Lightweight and flexible, such slabs cut well and allow you to shape corners and complex designs type of arches.

Interesting decorative wall tiles can make the interior design more vibrant, add nuances that will attract the attention of guests and tell about the excellent taste of the apartment owner.

In finishing walls and floors inside the house, tiles have great value. Thanks to the variety of finishing options that have various properties and characteristics, it becomes possible to use tiles even for wet rooms. As a person who is directly involved in laying tiles, I want to talk about how walls are tiled. We will look at options such as plastic and cork tiles, and also find out whether it is possible to glue them to OSB and how to do it correctly.

Bathroom tiles

Advantages of decorating walls with plastic sheathing

Plastic trim is modern version decoration of walls and even ceilings. Besides the fact that she has good performance characteristics, its low cost allows everyone to use the material during repair work at home. Despite the fact that the element is based on plastic, it has a very presentable appearance, and the installation process itself is quite simple. You can glue the tiles yourself. Another undoubted advantage is that this finish does not require special care - dirt does not accumulate on it and it is enough to wipe it with a damp cloth. For more serious contamination, soap solutions can be used.

A couple more significant advantages that plastic finishing has:

• The material is resistant to temperature changes and can be used in damp rooms. Despite the conditions in which the material will be used, it does not change its color and appearance.
• Light weight allows without special effort glue the tiles yourself. This is a big saving cash, especially when you started a budget renovation
• The material is fireproof and that is why it can be used in the kitchen
• Decorative tiles are not afraid of mold and mildew - their appearance on the cladding is almost impossible
• I would say that the biggest advantage is that plastic tiles do not rot or dry out - this means that they do not crack and long time retains its original appearance

Plastic tiles can be used to decorate walls, ceilings or floors. This application is also an advantage, because with one purchase you can immediately install tiles on the walls in the bathroom and on the ceiling in the kitchen. Preparing walls for tiles is the main process on which the durability of the entire finish depends. As a rule, installation takes place on a frame, so there is no need to carefully level the base.

Important! It is installation on the frame that allows you to save time on careful alignment of the walls, which is necessary before decoration tiles.

Cork for walls - in what form does the material exist?

Wall tiling

Cork materials are universal - this is, in principle, considered the main advantage of the material. This is due to the ability to decorate not only residential, but also industrial premises. The main thing is to be able to correctly combine cork materials in the overall interior of the room. Cork is natural material, which does not pose any harm to human health, it absorbs various impregnations that protect it from unpleasant odor and exposure to moisture. There are the following types of cork materials:

1. Wallpaper made from cork
2. Cork tiles or panels
3. Liquid plug
4. Technical

Cork tiles belong to the most durable appearance from all of the above. It does not absorb water, and therefore can be used for swimming pools and bathrooms. You can also put it on the floor - this allows you to move around various rooms safely.

OSB and technology for finishing the material with ceramic elements

How to produce OSB finishing tiles

OSB boards are very often used during renovation work in premises. With their help you can level the plane of walls and floors, but after that they need to be finished. Decorative tiles are one of the most popular options after wallpapering. OSB board has the following characteristics:

Tile laying technology:

1. Before gluing the material onto OSB, make markings along which the cladding process will take place in the future.
2. Most often, decorative tiles are installed from the center, so the cut pieces will be in the corners and under the wall. A rubber mallet helps to tap the material and a level to control the evenness of the installation.
3. Plastic crosses will allow you to make identical seams between the tiles. They are removed one day after the finishing process is completed.
4. According to this principle, it is allowed to glue materials to the floor and walls, but if the decoration with tiles is for the wall, then there is a need to install a support rail. It is this that protects elements that have not yet seized from slipping.

Important! IN modern interiors Stone-like wall tiles look great in rooms. Being much easier natural option, it does not bear much load on the walls, and installation is quite possible with your own hands.

It should be noted that decorating the OSB base with tiles is considered a stupid idea, since low adhesion will not allow the tiles to adhere well to the surface. The most the best option There will be an installation of additional flooring made of glass-magnesite or cement-bonded particle board. The base of such materials is covered with fine crumbs, and it allows for high-quality finishing of rooms with tiles. Fastening such flooring to OSB is possible using self-tapping screws and construction adhesive.

Possibility of decorating wooden walls

Wall tiles

If the tiling process concrete walls is understandable to everyone and to some extent quite simple, then one hundred things to do with wooden bases. It is wood that can be deformed under the influence of various factors and, after the end of such influences, return to its former shape. This property immediately indicates that the tile will soon not withstand and will crack, and maybe even fly off the wall. However, in order to perform such an action, there are still several correct solutions:

• The most quick solution is the installation of drywall on old walls. But this option is not convenient for everyone, since total area the rooms will be reduced, and for small rooms this would be completely unacceptable
• If you do the second method, then before laying the tiles on the wood you need to: Remove the layer of old plaster and clean the surface from dirt. It is advisable to saturate the wood with a solution that prevents rotting. Then install a wooden frame on the wall, and attach waterproofing to it. On top of this layer there will be a metal plaster mesh. Afterwards, the mesh is covered with a cement-sand mixture, on which decorative tiles can later be laid.

This process cannot be considered simple, but if you want to decorate the walls beautifully and efficiently, you should not neglect the rules for preparing surfaces. Wood has always been classified as a finicky material, which has both a large list of advantages and significant disadvantages. But if you approach the design wisely, you can always avoid negative aspects. This is exactly why modern market is filled with elements that simplify working with complex and capricious materials, such as wood, for example.

If you need to decorate a small space, then using the methods described above will be inappropriate. In such cases, I advise you to use the well-known liquid nails, which are used specifically for gluing different materials. It is quite acceptable to stick several tiles using such an element, because it forms a truly strong connection.

Among the many types of finishing materials for wall surfaces, it is worth paying attention to such a category of cladding as plastic wall tiles. It's easy environmentally friendly material, “boldly” imitating a ceramic surface.

PVC tiles are glued to the walls, and vinyl panels are installed on wooden frame or metal profile sheathing. This type of coating can be either square or rectangular.

Vinyl long panels form the outer surface of the wall, imitating ceramic cladding.

Advantages and disadvantages of plastic wall cladding

With all its advantages, PVC tiles for walls have a number of disadvantages:

Preparing walls for facing with PVC tiles

Before gluing the tiles, the wall must be leveled

The surface of vertical fences before the sticker PVC tiles prepared as follows:

• the walls are cleaned of dust and dirt, pieces of wallpaper, sagging are removed old paint and whitewashing;
• chips and cracks are repaired cement mortar and putty;
• the fence should not have deflections of more than 2 mm per 1 linear meter wall surface.
• The walls are treated with primer 2 times.

Technology of wall cladding with self-adhesive PVC coating

The coating is performed in the following order:

1. Decorative self-adhesive tiles on the back side have protective film, which is removed before installation.
2. If vinyl tiles for bathroom walls are glued at an air temperature below 25 o C, then the adhesive surface is heated with a hairdryer.
3. Glue the walls with self-adhesive tiles starting from the middle of the top row. Also available with soft PVC.
4. The PVC is pressed against the fence, and then the surface of the cladding is leveled using a rag or rubber roller.
5. The room is closed for 24 hours. If this is not possible, then all measures are taken to prevent the occurrence of temperature changes during this period.

Fastening tiles with adhesive

The adhesive is applied to the wall and then the tiles are pressed tightly against the wall

Unlike cladding with self-adhesive PVC coating on glue does not require such strict restrictions on the difference in heights of the plane of the fences.

The adhesive is applied in a layer of 3 to 5 mm, so the height difference is quite acceptable within these limits.

So:

1. Apply the adhesive composition to the prepared base with a notched trowel.
2. Self-adhesive tiles are pressed against the wall. Glue that appears at the joints of the coating is quickly removed with a damp cloth.
3. A plastic profile is installed on the external and internal vertical corners.
4. The upper junction of the panels to the ceiling is covered with plastic pilasters.
5. Then skirting boards are placed around the entire perimeter of the room.

Please note that skirting boards are attached to the walls and not to the floor.

Installation of rigid PVC panels

The complexity of the work on constructing a frame for fastening cladding panels is compensated by its simplicity.

The sheathing is made in two types: horizontal wooden slats and a frame made of metal profiles.

Installation of wood sheathing

After cutting the slats to the required length, proceed to the following steps:

• wooden slats with a cross section of 20 x 40 mm are mounted horizontally with a vertical pitch of 400 - 500 mm;
• The planks are fastened using dowels;
• in particular difficult cases the distance between the rows of slats is made significantly smaller;
• installed in the corners of fences wooden racks the same section.

Installation of a metal profile frame and installation of panels

Place a stand in each corner

Use a metal profile for drywall.

• first install horizontal profiles on the ceiling and floor;
• metal racks are placed in the inner corners - one on each side of adjacent surfaces: the same is done with external corners rooms;
• install horizontal connections and vertical intermediate posts with a pitch between them of 40 - 50 cm;
• in the inner corners and on the outer protrusions, plastic corner elements are attached with self-tapping screws, which have grooves for entering the side of the panel;
• the panels have a protrusion on one side and a groove on the other side; this design provides the finishing with a connection of elements using the tongue-and-groove system;
• cladding begins from the corners of the room: the next panel from one edge is attached through the protrusion to the metal profile with self-tapping screws. For more information about installing the frame, watch this video:

To prevent moisture from accumulating in the space between the cladding and the wall (especially in bathrooms and toilets), the baseboard and pilasters are fastened, leaving a longitudinal gap. This will ensure natural ventilation hidden space.

Caring for PVC cladding

Do not use solvents to wipe tiles

The polyvinyl chloride wall must be regularly wet cleaned. As detergents cannot be used washing powder, various pastes with abrasive fillers.

Any solvents should not be used to remove various contaminants from PVC surfaces. They can cause damage varnish coating tiles or panels.

To wash vinyl walls, it is better to use a soap solution or ordinary shampoo.

In case of unexpected emergency situations The damaged section of the cladding is cut out and a new vinyl fragment is installed in its place.

Over time, outdated siding can be easily replaced with new vinyl flooring. This does not apply to tiles installed with adhesive. To learn how to tile a bathroom, watch this video:

Self-adhesive tiles can be easily removed by heating the surface with a hairdryer.