Before starting the repair, experts recommend looking at the options for finishing the bathroom on the Internet or specialized magazines. In accordance with the chosen project, they decide where to start repairing the bathroom with their own hands. In each specific case, its own repair algorithm is possible, but it is most reasonable to start with measuring the dimensions of the space. The data obtained will allow you to accurately determine the amount of materials that will be required for the upcoming repair.

Preparatory work

Repairing a bathroom is very costly, so many are trying to save on building materials. In no case should you buy building mixtures, tiles or paint on the markets or "from hand". At best, such a purchase will be of poor quality, but at worst - hazardous to health.

Advice. To reduce the cost of consumables, it is better to make all purchases in the online store, where the price is 8-10% lower than the market average. Having learned the exact cost of the finishing materials selected for the renovation of the bathroom, they begin to draw up an estimate. In case of unforeseen expenses, the estimated amount should be increased by 10%.

Experienced builders say that buying all consumables at once will avoid delays in repairs caused by missing tiles or paint in the correct shade. Construction products are stored in a specific order, allowing you to easily access the materials used in the first place, such as plaster, drywall, timber, and more.

Rough finishing of the premises

The rough finishing stage begins with the removal of old coatings from the floor, walls and ceilings. This can be done with a jackhammer or manually with a chisel. Naturally, the second method is more laborious, but the walls will receive less damage.

If work on the bathroom has not been carried out for a long time, then you will have to dismantle the screed. In this case, a moisture-proof film is laid on the floor slabs, protecting the neighbors from below from possible leaks, and a new base floor is created. The screed fill can be prepared from a mixture of sand, cement and water. This option for creating a floor is budgetary, but it has a significant disadvantage - it will take a month for the cement screed to completely harden... Such long delays in bathroom renovation can be avoided by using modern self-leveling pastes when installing the floor screed. Their use will make it possible to obtain a flat floor surface in a short time, which will greatly simplify the laying of the floor covering.

Updates carried out in a residential area often apply to a bathroom. In this regard, individual property owners need to know exactly - where to start self-repairs? In this case, the initial steps should be the same as when repairing a separate bathroom.

At the stage of rough finishing of the bathroom, they carry out:

• punching grooves in the walls to accommodate electrical cables and water pipes;
• alignment of all surfaces of the room;
• installation of a warm floor (if any);
• laying of water and sewer pipes;
• replacement of electrical wiring.

Walls and ceilings are leveled in the process of plastering, which is quite difficult to carry out with high quality without certain skills. Perfectly flat wall surfaces are obtained if they are sheathed with waterproof plasterboard. This material is attached to the lathing, which is made from timber or metal profiles. The joints of the sheets are sealed with a serpyanka and putty.

"Advice:" For bathrooms, moisture-resistant drywall is best suited. Its leaves are green

Warm floor is used as an additional heating system. There are two types of it - electric and water. In apartments, the heat carrier, most often, becomes an electric cable, and in cottages - hot water from a heating boiler. Installation of a warm floor is not difficult and, depending on its type, is carried out at the stage of filling the screed or before laying the floor covering.

After the walls are leveled, they begin to replace the water pipes. Metal structures requiring welding are a thing of the past. They were replaced by PVC pipes, which are either twisted together using fittings, or are soldered with a construction iron. Any man can now handle this job.

"Forbidden:" When installing plastic pipes, excessive stress and kinks must not be allowed. Such a pipe will not last long.

With electrical wiring, everything is a little more complicated.

Forbidden. in the absence of the necessary knowledge of electrical engineering and work experience as an electrician, independently change the electrical wiring in the house. Such self-activity is fraught with fires and electric shock to people.

The laying of the electrical cable should be entrusted to the employees of one of the many specialized companies, which will give a guarantee for the work performed.

Stage of finishing the walls of the bathroom

Initial knowledge of where to start a repair will not be enough to complete it successfully. Each stage of repair work has its own characteristics and nuances.

Advice. finishing work in the bathroom begins from the ceiling only if it is supposed to be painted. Otherwise, proceed to the wall cladding of the bathroom.

In connection with operation in an aggressive environment, special requirements are imposed on building and finishing materials for the bathroom. They must be moisture resistant and not lose their aesthetic appearance over a long service life.

The following are the main options for finishing the walls of the bathroom:

1. Wall decoration of the bathroom with PVC panels. This is the cheapest option. Installation is very simple and does not require skills and time consuming. Along one of the corners of the room, with the help of self-tapping screws, a special plastic corner is attached. A panel is inserted from one side of it, then the other is butted to it, etc. The junction of the panels and the ceiling is sealed with a curb, and with the floor - with a plinth;
2. Stone cladding slabs are expensive and require some skill when decorating the walls with them. It is not recommended to install them on your own. Even minor violations of technology made during their installation can cause serious defects in the wall cladding;
3. Tiles are ideal and therefore the most popular finishing material. Its installation can be handled without much difficulty.

Bathroom wall cladding

To work, the wizard will need the following set of tools and materials:

• a tile cutter with a spare knife;
• drills "ballerinas";
• straight and notched trowels;
• level;
• a sufficient number of plastic "crosses".

Advice. In the process of working with tiles, some of it may become unusable, so you will need to have a small surplus of this material (about 1 sq. M.). When renovating a bathroom in Khrushchev, due to the small size of the room, this stock of tiles can be limited to 0.5 sq. m.

Notches are made on the aligned walls of the bathroom, which are needed for their better adhesion to the tile adhesive. Then, they calculate the number of tiles that will fit in one horizontal and one vertical row. This is done so that incomplete tiles are placed in inconspicuous places, for example, behind the bathroom. Tile adhesive should be of the desired consistency, medium in density.

Facing with tiles begins from any lower corner of the room. Using an even trowel, the glue is applied to the wall section. A second, similar tool is used to apply glue to the back of the tile. The glue mass is leveled, and the tiles are firmly pressed against the wall. If the tile is not skewed (it is best to check with a level), then spacers (crosses) are placed between it, the wall and the floor. Their presence will allow you to maintain the same distance between the individual elements of the tiled wall.

After finishing the cladding work, the joints between the tiles are processed with a suitable color grout. It is applied with a roller, and its excess is immediately removed from the surface of the tile.

Installation of flooring and decorative design of the ceiling

Floor tiles are used as flooring for the bathroom. It is superior in size to wall tiles, but the installation process is the same as for wall tiles. Property owners also have the opportunity to choose one of the options for decorating the ceiling:

• painting its surface with emulsion paint;
• false ceiling installation;
• installation of a tension cloth.

In order for the paint to lay in an even layer, and there are no streaks on the surface of the ceiling, it is necessary to use a spray gun when applying it. Installation of a suspended ceiling is also not particularly difficult. When installed, a frame is created at a distance of 3 cm from the base ceiling. Elements of the suspended structure are embedded in its cells.

A stretch ceiling can become an original decoration of the bathroom. However, it will not be possible to install it on our own - this will require special equipment in the form of a heat gun or a construction hair dryer.

To repair a bathroom in a new building, you should always use the services of professionals who can carry it out, taking into account the upcoming shrinkage of the house.

This completes the bathroom renovation, and all that remains is to install plumbing equipment.

The toilet is one of the most visited places in the apartment, where, in addition to fulfilling its main utilitarian function, you can retire and indulge in thought. Therefore, it is important that this room is cozy, clean, comfortable, so that it is pleasant to be in it. In many apartments, there are still toilets of the old building with obsolete morally and physically plumbing and cladding. And new building and finishing materials have appeared in stores, which cannot but stimulate changes in the design of the bathroom. Since repairs involving a construction team are quite costly, and the area of ​​the premises is usually small, it is worth trying to repair the toilet with your own hands - a person "with hands" is more or less able to do this.

Preparing to repair the toilet

First, you need to decide on the idea of ​​the future appearance of the bathroom, as well as on what kind of repairs to be done - cosmetic or major. Redecoration involves only new finishing of the walls, floor and ceiling - for example, you can paint the door, the ceiling can also be painted or hinged, the walls can be primed, putty, painted or pasted over with wallpaper. But if you really start repairing a bathroom, then you should make it thorough, with replacing pipes, coatings and plumbing, and sometimes you can add new elements to the room or move existing ones.

Renovation ideas can be associated with the traditional type of restroom, or they can suggest a new arrangement of plumbing, furniture and communications. In a small room, for example, in a Khrushchev, there will, of course, be fewer options than in a more spacious one in a new house, but this does not matter - with proper planning, every piece of space can be used profitably. You need to choose the right finishing materials and think over the design, which we will talk about below. If there is a desire and space permits, you can install a small washbasin in the toilet - today there is a choice on the market that suits the price and size. It will be useful next to the sink. Installing a corner toilet, especially in combination with a corner washbasin, will significantly free up space, but this will require more manipulation.

In a more spacious toilet, you can put more useful furniture and equipment - a bidet, a washing machine, hang cabinets, shelves, even place decorative items. For beauty and convenience, it is worth considering masking communications and equipping a plumbing cabinet.

So where to start with your own toilet renovation? The procedure is usually standard:

• definition with toilet design;
• selection and purchase of finishing and building materials;
• selection of the type and location of the toilet;
• replacement of the riser and sewer;
• cleaning the floor, walls, ceiling from old finishes;
• laying communications;
• renovation of floors, walls and ceilings;
• floor finishing;
• installation of a toilet bowl;
• installation of a plumbing cabinet, lighting, other plumbing;
• other finishing works;
• finishing or replacing the door.

Choice of design and cladding materials

The interior design of the toilet, depending on the size of its area, should be appropriate: we visually expand a small area, and narrow a large one. You can visually bring too high ceilings. All this is available with some tricks of color and texture combination.

Most often, toilet rooms in apartments are quite small, and still narrow. In this case, dividing the wall decoration horizontally into two parts - upper and lower with a border about half of the wall - will help to visually make it wider. In this case, the lower part should be darker or brighter, and the upper one more neutral and lighter. If the ceiling is too high, then the vertical stripes along the walls will help to visually bring it closer. They can be made solid or in the form of a dashed line, as well as from some of the materials used in flooring or completely different ones, to match the general style.

It is not worth decorating a bathroom in only one color - the view will not be at all what is expected, and it will not add comfort.

It is better to choose materials of discreet, neutral colors with the addition of accessories in similar colors - this is more physiological for such a room, and it will be easier to redo the interior with the advent of new ideas, and it will be easier to correlate with the general style of apartment decoration. Plumbing can be chosen traditionally white or in the color of the finish. Chrome accessories can also act as an extension.

With a larger area, you can give free rein to imagination, especially since modern interior design ideas allow it. Dark or bright colors of the finish will visually narrow the room, while bright accessories will allow self-expression to manifest.

When choosing finishing materials for a bathroom, it is necessary to take into account the characteristics of the room, therefore, such materials should be:

• moisture resistant;
• easy to clean, including aggressive agents;
• do not absorb unpleasant odors;
• does not take up much space.

The most suitable materials for decorating a toilet with your own hands are tiles, washable wallpaper, moisture-resistant paint, plastic panels.

It is better to choose a tile from a tile, porcelain stoneware, the main thing is that the wrong side of it is white, that is, based on kaolin. It does not have as many micropores as tiles made of ordinary silicates, and does not absorb odors, which is very unpleasant in the toilet.

This finishing material is considered a classic for sanitary facilities, since the tiles are easy to clean, they are strong, moisture resistant, and durable. Its choice in the modern market is huge, besides, you can independently choose various original combinations. But you need to lay the tiles on perfectly flat walls, and the price of such a finish will be the highest of all the options.

Wallpaper for the toilet must be selected moisture-resistant, which will be easy to clean. Therefore, it is better to stop at vinyl, non-woven, fiberglass. A novelty on the finishing materials market is also suitable - liquid wallpaper, which also has the necessary qualities, moreover, it is easy to apply and has a wide variety of colors.

Bathroom paint is one of the budget finishes, suitable for ceilings and walls. It is easy to apply even to a layman; you can add different patterns and designs if you wish. For the toilet, paint on a latex basis, or on a mineral pigment with a microcalcite filler, is suitable. But painting is carried out with perfectly flat walls, which requires preliminary alignment.

Plastic panels are one of the cheapest options for wall and ceiling decoration. They are moisture resistant, quick to install and easy to clean, have a variety of designs, and do not require perfectly flat walls. But given that the panels are mainly attached to the crate, they can steal part of the usable area of ​​the toilet, which in a small room of 1.5-2 square meters will be completely inappropriate.

In addition to the materials described above, you can use a moisture-resistant green gypsum board, plaster, followed by impregnation with a deep penetration primer.

Wooden and MDF panels, paper wallpaper, ordinary drywall, silicate-based tiles (not white on the back), paints with organic pigments and fillers, foam ceiling panels and ordinary concrete floor screed are not suitable for lining the bathroom.

Preliminary cleaning of surfaces and replacement of communications

So, where to start renovating a toilet when the design is thought out and the cladding materials are purchased? Now is the time to start dismantling the old plumbing and coverings and, if necessary, replacing the riser and sewer pipes.

First you need to turn off the hot and cold water, make sure that the water does not flow from the taps, then drain the water from the tank. Then proceed to dismantle the drain tank - the hose supplying water is disconnected from it and from the water pipe, and then the tank itself is unscrewed from its fasteners. After that, you can start dismantling the toilet. If the toilet was fixed to the floor with bolts, screws, then they are unscrewed with a key or screwdriver and taken out of the room. If a concrete solution was used during installation, then in most cases the old toilet is simply broken and replaced with a new one.

It's time to start removing old coatings from floors, walls and ceilings. This is necessary so that the new cladding does not begin to flake off over time, and the old one accumulates a lot of odors. Old tiles from walls and floors are removed using a hammer drill or, if not available, a hammer and chisel. The paint can be removed with a hair dryer and a spatula, or with a drill or grinder with a round metal brush - the top layer of plaster is also removed. A thicker layer of the latter is removed with a spatula, having previously soaked the surface. The same method works for removing old wallpaper.

After removing the old cladding, the surfaces need to be well leveled, take out the debris, brush it again, and it is best to walk with a powerful vacuum cleaner to remove all the dust. After that, a deep penetration antiseptic primer is applied, preferably in two layers - the second after the first has dried.

Consideration should be given to waterproofing the floor in case of possible accidents and water leaks, in order to avoid flooding of the lower floors. The most accessible is a coating waterproofing, applied to the joints of walls and floors with a width of 15-18 cm, a waterproofing tape is glued to it right during drying. After the joints have dried, this mass is applied to the entire floor.

After the above manipulations, you can start replacing the pipes. It is best to replace old metal pipes with propylene pipes - they are more resistant to aggressive substances. It is better to replace the sewer riser completely in the entire entrance, especially if it is old and has been in use for a long time - this must first be organized together with the neighbors. Replacing part of the riser will be much more troublesome. If the installation of water filters and water meters is not planned, then new plastic pipes are simply installed in place of the old ones.

For a more aesthetic look, water and sewer pipes are hidden in a special sanitary cabinet, which is constructed from wooden or metal profiles, leveled and fastened together with self-tapping screws. The structure is sheathed with moisture-resistant green plasterboard, which can be decorated with other finishing materials on top. Separate boxes can be built for the sewer riser and for ventilation, having been equipped with an exhaust fan beforehand. It is imperative to think over the location of the inspection door in order to provide access to the pipes in case of leaks, and just to take readings from the instruments.

Renovation of floors, walls and ceilings. Lighting selection

Do-it-yourself toilet repair after cleaning surfaces from old coatings and replacing communications continues with leveling and finishing the floor.

It is easier and best to make the floor in the toilet self-leveling - for this, a liquid polymer finish is also used. With the help of special tools, the prepared solutions are quickly leveled - one day after the other. Taking into account the area of ​​the toilet, the price of such a finish will be quite affordable.

Self-leveling 3D floors

Ceramic flooring remains one of the best and most practical options for a bathroom, but the installation process is more time consuming. It can be laid on old concrete or new cement screed.

Alternatively, you can lay marmoleum - natural linoleum with bactericidal properties, which is suitable for a bathroom.

The height of the floor in the toilet should be 2-3 centimeters lower than the general floor level in the apartment. This is necessary in order to retain water for some time in the event of flooding, which can save the situation.

Wall renovation can consist of several stages, depending on their initial condition and the desired appearance. If they are uneven, then first you need to align them with putty or drywall sheets (preferably waterproof). Plasterboard sheets are attached to the wall using special glue, or to a thin wooden lathing, if the walls have significant irregularities. On top of the prepared surface, the selected wall decoration is applied - we talked about it above.

Ceiling repairs are carried out in the same way as in other rooms. Having leveled it, if necessary, with a putty, you can apply paint with a suitable composition, or trim it with PVC panels, having previously attached the lathing. If you wish, you can build a plasterboard suspended ceiling on which LED spotlights will look good.

If we are to bring beauty to the toilet, then we should not ignore the lighting in it. A commonly used chandelier with a light bulb above the door gives out too dim and dim light. A large sconce on the wall or LED spot lighting under the ceiling will look much better. When choosing lamps, you should take into account the overall design of the bathroom and its area - a small room needs bright light.

Plumbing installation in the toilet

The final moment of the repair is the installation of a toilet bowl and other plumbing, if any, in place. Having carefully studied the manufacturer's instructions, you can cope with the process yourself. The floor-standing toilet is installed on a place selected in advance, or on where it was previously, the attachment point is outlined with a marker, holes for attachments are drilled. A new corrugated pipe is being tried on to the toilet bowl and to the opening of the sewer pipe. By attaching the toilet to the floor, you can install a corrugation; all joints should be well sealed with a sealant. Having dealt with the design of the cistern, it is connected to the water pipes.

If a suspended toilet is chosen, then it is attached to a special triangular bracket, which is built in advance. The frame of the bracket is either mounted in a self-leveling floor screed, or attached to the floor with anchor pins. All unnecessary elements are hidden in the plumbing closet.

Once you get the impression that a toilet is being renovated, you can get down to business, while saving money and gaining valuable experience that can come in handy when working on larger projects.

Tsugunov Anton Valerievich

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Repairing a toilet in an apartment is not an easy task, despite the seemingly small amount of work. The lion's share of the difficulties is connected precisely with the size of the room and with the installation of plumbing fixtures and pipes in the toilet: risers, wiring, sewerage. Of course, it is better to entrust specific work to professionals, but it is quite possible to cope with cosmetic repairs without outside help. Let's figure out how to do it, saving time, nerves and money, and find out where it should start.

What is the order in which work is carried out in the toilet?

Even a small repair of a toilet in a panel house will require a large number of different tasks. In this small room there are many different communications: piping, sewerage, heating, lighting. Replacement of the toilet itself is often required. In some cases, a defective statement for overhaul may be required.

First you need to decide on the sequence of repairs in the toilet. Renovation begins in an old house or in a new building with the development of design and calculation of the necessary materials. It is advisable to carry out further stages of repair in the following order:

• removing old coatings from ceilings and walls;
• replacement of heating risers and sewer pipes,;
• replacement of wiring (if necessary);
• room cleaning;
• preparation of the floor, pouring the screed, laying the floor covering;
• installation of wall coverings (wallpaper, tiles, panels);
• if necessary - assembly of a sanitary cabinet;
• installation of a toilet bowl;
• installation of a new door.

Even the most modest toilet renovation takes a lot of time and requires a significant investment, since plumbing is expensive. The most inexpensive repair option in the toilet is a simple cosmetic one, when the drain or wiring is not changed, but only the ceiling and walls are refreshed.

Toilet design

Quite often, the toilet is a tiny room in which, as they say, you cannot turn around. In the houses of the 137th series, the toilet, in which, in addition to the riser and pipes, a ventilation shaft is also located, is so small that there is practically no free space between the toilet bowl and the door. Within such a small space, the development of a design before starting repairs requires a special approach. When thinking it over, it is necessary to take into account some important nuances.

• The central object of the toilet is the toilet. First of all, it should be comfortable. Snow-white sanitary ware looks best, although other colors can be chosen. The main thing is that it fits the general interior.

• A great option for a small room is a built-in toilet. This is a practical solution: the tank and sewer pipes are removed into the plumbing cabinet, dirt, dust and microbes do not accumulate on them. Cleaning becomes much easier. In addition, the toilet in the installation moves a few centimeters deeper into the toilet, which makes staying in a small room more comfortable.
• Most often, heating pipes and water meters are installed in the toilet. It is also recommended to sew them into a beautiful sanitary cabinet. The interior will only benefit from this. Opposite the meters and taps, a hinged hatch should be provided so that at any time you can turn off the water or see the readings.

If you are tired of standard solutions, you can search for ideas on the Internet and create an unusual toilet interior in a new building. An interesting option is shown in the following photo.

You can decorate the toilet with wallpaper or paint the walls in an unusual way, but you should avoid aggressive tones or excessive variegation.

A black and white toilet will look stylish and non-standard, especially if you choose high-tech black plumbing.

Toilet repair materials

The load on the toilet room is quite specific. There is often high humidity, pollution and unpleasant odors. Therefore, the toilet should be used finishing materials that do not absorb odors and dirt, resistant to high levels of humidity, easy to clean.

For the repair and leveling of the floor surface in the toilet, it will be advisable to use self-leveling floors. The mixture must be cement-based. For decoration, it is advisable to use porcelain stoneware tiles.

To level the walls of the toilet in a new building, you can use drywall, but only its moisture-resistant modification (the distinguishing feature is the green color of the sheets). For the frame, aluminum profiles are recommended, since the tree quickly rots from dampness and is affected by a fungus. You can glue tiles, paint or wallpaper on drywall.

The ceiling surface can be painted or a stretch ceiling made of PVC film can be installed, which will help prevent damage to the finish in the event of a leak from the neighbors on top.

The doors to the bathroom can be both standard and smaller, as in the houses of the 137 series. And this creates a lot of problems for the owners, since it can be problematic to find such a canvas. Only one recommendation can be given here - the door should be deaf.

We start repairs

When all questions on materials have been resolved and a design has been selected, you can begin the repair process. Where to start renovating a toilet? From dismantling old materials: removing the toilet, removing coverings, wallpaper, removing garbage, etc.

Repairing a toilet in a new building is easier: there is no need to change pipes, dismantle the old finish.

The next stage of the renovation is the installation of a new sewerage system. Now they use plastic. It is much lighter and cheaper, but not inferior in strength to traditional materials. When buying any plumbing kits, you need to check if all the rubber gaskets are in place. If they are not enough, there may be problems with the sealing of the joints.

Then they change pipes and wiring. Risers are now also made of polypropylene. They must be firmly attached to the wall, especially a hot water pipe, since they can deform under the influence of high temperatures. With the economy option, the pipes are not touched, since the price of repairs from this significantly increases. If the toilet is suspended, the installation is installed at this stage of the repair.

When doing electrical wiring in the toilet in a new building, you need to remember that the wires must be hidden in a special corrugation, and the junction boxes and wire connections must be taken out of this room.

Another point is ventilation. Often it turns out to be clogged, so it is necessary to clean it and close it with a special grill.

For efficient ventilation, it is advisable to equip a forced draft.

The repair is being completed by installing a toilet bowl and assembling a plumbing cabinet.

Repair cost

Knowing how to make repairs in the toilet and what kind of work you have to do, you just have to decide whether you can do everything yourself or whether it is better to entrust some of the work to professional craftsmen.

The cost of redecorating a turnkey toilet in Moscow ranges from 14-25 thousand rubles, in St. Petersburg such repairs will cost 10-22 thousand rubles. The price for overhaul with replacement of pipes starts from 35 thousand rubles.

You can save money by doing some of the work yourself, for example, dismantle the old coating, make a screed, etc. If you have no experience in performing any operations, you can watch training videos, look through photos in search of inspiration.

Each owner of his own home tries to create all the conditions for a comfortable stay in it. In fact, it is easy to do it, you just need to show your imagination, and your home will sparkle with new colors. Repair is always a big financial cost and a lot of problems, so most people are reluctant to start it. At the same time, many nuances should be taken into account so that the interior design is not only beautiful, but also practical. This is especially true for the toilet and bathroom, since both of these rooms are associated with high humidity and temperature. This is where many questions arise. What materials and plumbing equipment to choose? What is the style of the room? How can you save money without sacrificing quality? Let's look at all this in more detail and find out where to start repairing the toilet with our own hands. This article will be especially useful for people who have no experience in construction and finishing work. After reading it to the end, you will learn how to quickly and easily transform your bathroom beyond recognition.

Where to begin?

If you do not want to order a turnkey toilet repair, but plan to cope with everything on your own, then it is very important to have at least some idea of ​​where to start. Many people think that the first step is to purchase building materials and plumbing, however, as practice shows, later they face many problems that entail unnecessary financial costs. To avoid most of the mistakes of beginners, it is recommended to pre-prepare the premises for the upcoming renovation. This implies not just taking out everything unnecessary from the room, namely the preparation of all work surfaces - walls, floor and ceiling for further work. This will be discussed in more detail below.

Room preparation

Let's dwell on this in more detail. So where to start renovating your toilet and bathroom? First of all, you need to understand that in the vast majority of apartments, the toilet has a very small area. As a rule, it is equal to 1.2 x 0.85 meters. Such dimensions greatly limit the possibilities, so you need to immediately decide on the interior design project.

In this case, everything happens in the following sequence:

1. We disconnect the toilet from the communications, unscrew the fixing bolts and take it out.
2. We assess the condition of the pipes. If it is deplorable, then we also carry out their dismantling.
3. Most often, the walls in the toilet are tiled, so we remove it, and then we clean the work surface with a puncher and a special nozzle.
4. If you want to make high-quality repairs, then it is recommended to immediately start replacing the wiring. We remove the electrical cable from the strobes and cut it off.

It is worth noting that in some apartments the toilet is combined with a bathroom, so there is constantly increased dampness in them, which creates ideal conditions for the growth of fungus and mold. To prevent this, you need to treat the walls with special antiseptic agents.

We have described the preparatory stage in detail, so now you can consider the further sequence of repairs in the toilet. Floor, walls, ceiling require an individual approach, so below we will dwell on each of them in more detail.

Laying of communications

What is it like? Where to start repairs in the toilet of a new building when reconstruction is not needed, but only bringing the premises back to normal is required? In this case, you will not need to prepare anything in advance, since the work surface is already suitable for finishing.

The first step is to bring the water supply and sewer drain to the installation site of the toilet, as well as electrical wiring. Without this, the bathroom simply cannot function. If you live in a panel house, which are most often erected today, then there will already be risers for hot and cold water in the restroom. To minimize physical and financial costs, this is where it is best to lay the distribution node. To give the room a more aesthetic and attractive appearance, all pipes are hidden in a special box.

If you do not know where to start repairing the toilet, then just stick to the following sequence:

1. The first step is to install the toilet and connect it to the drain pipe. For this, a corrugated plastic pipe is usually used, laid at a slight angle.
2. Further, the riser is connected directly to the sewer drain using the same pipe, which is connected at a slope of about two centimeters per linear meter. Clamps are used for fixing.
3. A tee is cut into the riser, which is responsible for supplying cold water, through which water is supplied to the drain tank. If you want the bathroom to have a sink for washing your hands, then immediately make separate taps for hot and cold water. It is best to use hidden montage so that they are not visible.
4. If the water for the bathroom will be heated using a water heater that is in the toilet, then immediately make the piping to connect it.
5. Wiring must be routed exclusively in grooves. In this case, the cable is placed in a special corrugated box, which excludes the possibility of mechanical damage and short circuit.
6. The uprights are hidden in special boxes, the frame of which can be made of a wooden bar soaked in an antiseptic solution, or a metal profile. Then it is sheathed at the final stage of the repair with finishing material, for example, clapboard.

That, in fact, is all in the toilet, which is at the initial stage. Further work will be described in detail and tips are given that will help you to cope with everything much easier.

Room decoration

So, you already know where to start repairs in the toilet, bathroom, so now you can talk directly about finishing. At the same time, it is important to understand that working with walls, floors and ceilings has certain features that must be taken into account. This will be discussed in more detail below.

Ceiling decoration

Where should you start it? It is better to start redecorating the toilet room (photos of some interior design projects are simply breathtaking) from the ceiling, since this way you will not damage the wall decoration and then you will not have to think about how to mask the defects. Some repairmen may disagree with this, however, as practice shows, this approach is more appropriate.

The sequence of repairs in the toilet when finishing the ceiling is as follows:

1. A straight line is drawn along the perimeter of the working surface at a distance of approximately 5-7 centimeters from the overlap. The exact indentation is determined depending on what types of lighting fixtures you will be using.
2. According to the markings, a galvanized or wooden profile is fixed on the walls.
3. Metal guides are attached to the ceiling using special hangers and dowels.
4. When the frame is completed, the electrical wiring is supplied to the place of the proposed location of the fixtures.
5. A ceiling plinth with special grooves for installing plastic panels is fixed on the profile.

When planning the repair of the bath and toilet, it is recommended to decide on the materials in advance. Which one to use depends solely on your preferences and financial capabilities. The best option in terms of cost and practicality is lining. It is cut to size and simply inserted into the installed ceiling cornice. They also cut holes for lighting fixtures, which are connected at the very end.

Wall decoration

So where should you start? Many people do not want to order turnkey repairs, because very often the craftsmen do not pay enough attention to the walls. It so happens that the work is handed over, and later unevenness of the working surfaces and other defects are discovered, which greatly spoil the overall impression. But you do not need to hire anyone, because if you can handle the ceiling, then the walls will not create any special problems for you.

It is best to use tiles as a finishing material. Firstly, it has excellent performance and durability, and secondly, it is very easy and simple to care for it, and thirdly, since the area of ​​the restrooms in many apartments is small, you will not need a large amount of material, and therefore, repairs are not will require significant financial costs.

So, the materials have been purchased, you can continue to repair the toilet. The sequence of work when decorating walls is carried out according to the following algorithm:

1. Carefully inspect the work surface and check with a building level how smooth they are. If there are even small curvatures, then you need to align them to increase the tightness of the tile. The margin of error is 5 millimeters per square meter.
2. If alignment is necessary, then first you need to remove any protrusions with a puncher or grind them. This is a mandatory step, because if during the operation of the bathroom, the finishing materials begin to be plastered, then you will not get around this problem.
3. Before gluing the tiles, the walls are treated with an antiseptic primer. It will prevent mold and mildew from growing, so your toilet will always be clean and tidy.
4. The frame of the box, in which the pipes will be hidden, is sheathed with plasterboard, which has increased resistance to moisture.
5. To improve the adhesion quality, the tiles should be placed in water for about a few hours before working with them.
6. Glue is being prepared. To do this, you just need to dilute the dry mixture in water in the proportions indicated by the manufacturer on the label. It is very important to stir everything well so that it is homogeneous and free of lumps.

So, the above instruction answers in detail the question of where to start repairing the toilet. When all preparations are complete, you can start cladding.

It is performed according to the following scheme:

1. Markings are applied to the working surface under the level. It is important to take into account that the thicker the tile is, the wider the seam needs to be made.
2. The adhesive is evenly applied to the wall with a spatula. It is very important to distribute it so that it is the same thickness over the entire area. Do not try to cover a large area at once, as it dries quickly. Do everything slowly and little by little.
3. Based on the markings applied earlier, a tile is applied to the wall and pressed firmly. Excess glue should be removed immediately.
4. Plastic spacers must be installed between the tiles. This will keep the seams at the same thickness everywhere. The gluing is carried out in rows from the floor to the ceiling. If you want to give the room a more original appearance, then each next row should be applied with an offset of half the width. In this case, it is recommended to check the accuracy of laying using a building level and, if necessary, correct the position of the tile.

That, in fact, is all, now you know where to start repairing the toilet in the apartment, as well as in what sequence all the work is performed. After the wall cladding is completed, the room is closed and left for at least 12 hours so that the glue is completely dry, and then the seams are rubbed with a special putty. It not only improves the attractiveness of the walls, but also prevents the penetration of water under the tiles, thus extending its life. At the very end, all that remains is to thoroughly wash the walls, after which they will shine with their beauty.

Floor finishing

So, the beginning of the repair of the toilet has already been made, but for its complete completion, the flooring still needs to be laid. Here, as in the case of other parts of the premises, it is very important to assess its condition. As practice shows, waterproofing very often deteriorates, so it needs to be replaced.

The work is carried out in the following sequence:

1. The base is completely cleaned of any debris and dust, after which it is treated with a deep penetration primer.
2. Next, a special polymer mastic is applied, best made on the basis of bitumen, which will act as a waterproofing. Thanks to this, the likelihood of flooding neighbors living on the floor below you will be almost completely excluded. The layer thickness must be at least 150 millimeters.
3. After waterproofing, a concrete screed 50 mm thick is poured. It is best to use fast-setting mixtures for this. Of course, they are more expensive than ordinary ones, but their quality is much higher, and you will also save a lot of time.
4. After the screed has dried, as a rule, it takes 3-4 days, the working surface is primed.
5. For cladding, it is better to use floor tiles. It has greater strength and durability, so it will be much more difficult to damage it, and it is also not as slippery when exposed to water. If you settle for a wall tile, be prepared to replace it just a few years after the renovation.
6. The process of gluing tiles is the same as in the case of walls. First, an adhesive mixture is applied to the floor, after which the tiles are laid in rows. When it is dry, grouting is done. Tiles can be laid either in rows or with an offset.

That is, in fact, the whole process of work. Now you have a detailed idea of ​​where to start a toilet renovation and how to bring it to the very end. Now you just have to equip the bathroom, and you can start using it.

Plumbing installation

This article covered the step-by-step repair of the toilet. If you strictly adhere to the instructions described in it, then you will certainly succeed in doing everything at a high level. However, this is not the end, since the plumbing equipment still needs to be installed and connected, and this is also a very time-consuming process.

It is performed according to the following algorithm:

1. The toilet is installed in the space provided for it. At the same time, so that it does not fidget on the tile, it is recommended to put it on a special rubber lining.
2. Mark the holes for the fixing bolts and drill them.
3. We install the plumbing and fasten it with anchors, after which we connect it to the drain using a corrugated pipe.
4. Next, we screw the cistern to the toilet. The kit contains all the necessary fasteners, so you don't have to buy anything extra.
5. We connect the equipment to the water supply system.
6. If you were planning to install a sink in the restroom and have supplied hot and cold water for this purpose in advance, then there should not be any special problems with this. The sink is simply mounted on the wall and fixed with anchor bolts. In this case, it is recommended to use an additional bracket, which will give the sink more stability.
7. We connect it to the sewer through a siphon and install taps for hot and cold water.

When all the installation of plumbing equipment is completed, it is recommended to check the quality of all connections so that there are no leaks anywhere. After that, you can start to build the fixtures into the ceiling and start using the bathroom. That, in fact, is all turnkey repairs, which you can handle on your own without the involvement of professional builders.

The price of the issue

If you have read this far, then you are no longer worried about the question of starting the toilet repair. However, it remains to tell in detail about how much it will cost to decorate the interior of the room in the restroom. It should be noted right away that by doing everything with your own hands, you save a decent amount of money, but you still have to spend money, since building and finishing materials are quite expensive these days.

To get accurate figures, it is best to personally go to the store and make all the calculations yourself, since prices can vary greatly depending on the region. In addition, 30 percent should be added to the resulting estimates, which will go to cover rejections and possible additional costs. By the way, if you have been planning to renovate the bathroom for a long time, but did not know where to start repairing the toilet, then it is better to immediately decide on how much money is required for this and whether you can afford it.

The table below will make this task a little easier for you.

Material	Quantity	Price in rubles
Waterproofing mastic
Tile adhesive
Antiseptic primer
	Square meter
Floor tiles	Square meter
Screed mixture
Drywall
Plasterboard fittings	Set
Wooden beams
	Square meter
Corrugated pipe
Reinforced plastic pipe
Compression fittings
Mixer universal

In addition to all of the above, you will also need to purchase new plumbing fixtures. It is very difficult to orientate with the prices for it, since everything here depends on the individual preferences of each person. You can purchase both a budget option and elite plumbing fixtures from world famous brands. When choosing a toilet bowl and sink, you should start from your real financial capabilities. If you used inexpensive tiles to cover the room, then there is simply no point in a European toilet. It is better to do everything in unison so that everything in the interior is in good harmony with each other.

Conclusion

Here, in fact, our article, dedicated to answering the question of how to start making repairs in the toilet, has come to its conclusion. All the information provided in it is supported by practical experience, so if you strictly follow all the advice and recommendations, you will be able to cope with everything, and the quality of the repair will be in no way inferior to that performed by qualified specialists.

As for the style of dressing, it all depends on your imagination. There are quite a few unique ideas, the implementation of which will not require large financial costs. For example, a modern style that is distinguished by minimalism can be an excellent option. Despite his inherent austerity, he looks very attractive and at ease.

Do not be afraid to experiment with the design of your own apartment. After all, only you know all your preferences, with the help of which you can create all the necessary conditions for the most comfortable living. Due to the fact that today the market is rich in various building materials, you can equip your home in a modern and stylish way.

Where to start repairing a toilet is a question that interests everyone who is renovating their apartment. Despite the fact that the area of ​​this room is quite small, a huge number of problems arise, which we will now try to solve together with you.

Stages of repair in the toilet

Repair must begin with the development of a future project. You must have a clear idea of ​​how the room should ultimately look like. Think over the whole design in advance and calculate the preliminary cost of all materials, so that you will not be surprised later. Particular attention should be paid to the choice of materials for wall, floor and ceiling decoration, as well as the selection of all necessary new plumbing.

Of course, you should not spend too much money on renovating the toilet and making it somehow chic, but everything should look beautiful and aesthetically pleasing in the end, not only your family members, but all your guests will visit this room.

Dismantling the toilet

If you have planned to change the bathroom space on your own, then the following sequence of toilet repair should be observed:

1. Preparation of the premises and, if necessary, replacement of pipes;
2. Installation of new plumbing;
3. Finishing of all surfaces;
4. Aesthetics and decoration.

Let's start with the correct preparation of the premises. This means that it is necessary to get rid of all unnecessary items and dismantle the already used toilet bowl. First, of course, you need to remember to shut off the water so as not to flood your neighbors.

When the room remains empty, it is necessary to clean all surfaces, get rid of the previous finish. Despite all the difficulties, clean it very carefully, you should not rush anywhere. Otherwise, a number of difficulties will arise later, which will be much more difficult to fix.

If there used to be wallpaper on the walls in the room, you can remove it with a spatula. To do this, first of all, try to moisten the surface of the wallpaper with a sprayer with water and let it stand for a while. After a while, the wallpaper will get wet, and you can easily remove it with a regular construction trowel. The tiles must be removed with a punch.

If during the repair process you want to install a new front door, then at the preparatory stage you need to get rid of the old one. Also remove the door frame together with the door.

If finances do not allow you to replace the old door, or if it is simply still quite suitable for further use, then just wrap it well with food or other plastic wrap. This is necessary so that dust and dirt that will form during the repair process does not collect.

In the same way, get rid of the trim on the ceiling, and then remove the chandelier or shade. It is enough to leave only the bulb in the socket.

If there is such a need, then at the next stage the cast-iron pipes should be replaced with new ones, preferably plastic ones. This will allow you to avoid frequent contamination and blockages of the sewer pipes, which leads to poor water flow. The advantage of PVC pipes is that they are quite easy to install, do not rust, do not accumulate all kinds of pollution on the walls, and besides, their price is not too high.

Moving on to replacing plumbing

So now you know where to start. Now that all the preparatory work has been completed, you can start replacing the plumbing. The toilet is an indispensable thing in every apartment, so its choice must be approached with all responsibility.

Installation of new plumbing

To date, there are a huge number of models on sale, they are both compact and overall. Choose them based on personal preference depending on the size of your room. It is desirable that the toilet is combined with the general interior, in harmony in color. When buying this product, pay attention to the presence of all parts, the absence of various irregularities or cracks, as well as high-quality packaging, so that during transportation you do not break a rather fragile toilet.

Step-by-step instructions for installing the toilet:

• Shut off the water with a special valve that supplies liquid directly to the toilet. If this is not the case, then it is worth turning off the valve of the cold water pipe.
• In order to reduce the water pressure in order to prevent the valve from leaking, open the water faucet in the kitchen.
• Get rid of the old toilet.
• Provide a perfectly level floor where the new toilet will be.
• Install new plumbing, while making sure that all connections are smooth and reliable.

Surface finishing

Nice finish in the toilet

The first step is to decide on all the materials that will be used for decoration. You need to start with the flooring, and then tackle the wall and ceiling cladding. For finishing the floor, it is best to use tile laying, which is quite durable, practical, not afraid of moisture and dampness, besides, there are no difficulties in maintenance, just wipe it with a damp cloth. In order to keep the surface warm, you can install a warm floor system under the cladding. This will also provide additional heating for the entire room.

Today, plastic panels are the best option for finishing wall surfaces. The advantages of such a material are ease of installation, easy maintenance, resistance to moisture and dampness, and a relatively low price. If you will use such panels for wall decoration, then it is better to choose glossy ones, this will further expand the space in a rather small room.

The first step is to make a frame from profiles. Then, in the existing grooves on the installed profile, install the plastic panels. After you have veneered all surfaces, proceed with the installation of new plumbing. Then install new doors as needed and complement the interior with additional decorative elements.

How to hide pipes

The pipes do not look very neat in the toilet, so if possible, you should hide them. Plastic is perfect for this purpose. A box made of this material will perfectly fit into the interior of the room, besides, it is quite simple to make it.

The profile frame will hide the pipes

Apply markings on the surface of the wall to which you will attach the profile. Then make a frame from the profiles in order to secure the plastic panels. This is done using ordinary self-tapping screws. This task is simple, it does not require any specific skills, so you can make a box yourself, thereby giving a beautiful appearance to the toilet room.

Secrets to Increase Space

Of course, each of us would like to see all the premises in our apartments spacious and comfortable. However, most bathrooms still have a fairly limited space. In order to at least visually increase it, there are some secrets.

First of all, the decoration of the walls and ceiling should be light. You can use a little trick - cover the bottom of the wall with tiles of light shades to highlight clear edges that will give originality, also apply a border. All the remaining wall space can either be plastered or pasted over with light wallpaper.

For floor decoration also use only light colors. You can also save space with a wall-hung toilet. With all this, do not forget that all elements must be harmoniously combined with each other.

There is another way to save space. To do this, combine the bathroom with a toilet. Of course, this is a rather laborious process, as it requires demolition of the partition, numerous construction works and the execution of all the necessary documents. An important condition that must be taken into account is that the wall that you are going to demolish should not be load-bearing. If you nevertheless decide on this process, then first completely think over the entire project, decide where you will place all the plumbing, and how to hide the sewer pipes.

All furniture that will be present must be compact and functional. Recently, wall cabinets with mirrors have been very popular, as well as a sink with a built-in cabinet, where you can store all the necessary items. It is advisable to use furniture that will be fixed to the wall and not take up space on the floor.

Using all of the above tips, you can easily make repairs in the toilet yourself.