Sliding curtain for the bathroom: Installation Guide

device is a separate shower in the small bathroom is very problematic.Of course, if you dismantle the bath, then in its place cubicle quite fit, but you also do not want to give up the bathroom.By purchasing a sliding curtain, you solve this problem, it will not have to throw anything.How to install sliding curtain for the bathroom we describe in detail in our article.

types curtains for the bathroom

on sale there are some species of sliding curtains for the bathroom:

1. With frame on which the whole structure is mounted, and polycarbonate orglass mounted between the frames.
2. Frameless -. A web of glass with high mechanical strength with a thickness of 0.6 to 0.8 cm Sometimes this blind fabric is made up of 1, otherwise a few canvases.
3. combined.

differences and opening mechanism for these products.On this basis distinguish curtain:

• folding;
• Extension;
• with loops;
• with hinges.

Benefits sliding shutters

well these modern designs that:

• washed and disinfected easily.
• simulates a full walk-in shower.
• not susceptible to attack by microorganisms and fungi.
• They are used for a long time.
• have a stylish look.One has only to look at the curtain for the bathroom sliding, photos that have directories to understand so comfortable, elegant and comfortable will be with them your bathroom:

Glass sliding curtain for the bathroom

Make these productstempered glass or plastic.They are mounted directly on the bath edge and fixed to the wall using a profile.Glass sliding curtain for the bathroom have a different shape, which depends on the geometry of the bathroom.They may target:

• for rectangular bathtubs.Suitable for mounting on any bathroom having direct overboard;
• for asymmetric and semi-circular.

happens that the firm makes this modern, stylish accessory for a specific bathroom.Good fit this kind of blinds in the interior of the bathroom a small area, asto open its doors no additional space is required.

There are separate groups of glass curtain for the bath, depending on the type of glass.There are screens:

• transparent;
• dull;
• tinted.

Operational characteristics of the selected type on this basis does not depend.The choice made in favor of one or the other option, only changes the design of the bathroom.

Pros and cons of sliding glass shutters

First, the pros:

• Long lifespan.They practically do not age and do not change color.
• easy to wash, does not remain traces of water after drying.
• aesthetically pleasing and are a worthy ornament of a bathroom.

course there are some disadvantages:

• price, compared to other, high;
• a lot of weight, lack of flexibility;
• broken on impact of great strength.

Good to know : with a strong impact, the curtain of glass shatters into many pieces, but because of their round shape, cut them impossible.Choosing a screen for the bathroom, pay attention to his height.Between him and the ceiling should be a clear space for air circulation.

Subtleties choice

There is one important thing that should be considered when choosing a sliding glass curtains - is a type of slide mechanism.There are only 2:

• with roller system;
• groove.

The operation is best established himself first type of sliding mechanism.Ideally, when the rollers are at the top and bottom of the door.

Manufacturers

glass curtain for the bathroom sliding, price and quality of which are at an appropriate level produces a Russian manufacturer Aessel.Curtain Aessel Tango 170h140 1.2.03.13, released by this company, has the following specifications:

• material - transparent, polished glass 6mm;
• profile white;
• dimensions - 1,7h1,4 m;
• installation size is adjustable in the range 1,67-1,72 m;
• warranty is for 3 years.

exquisite design different shower enclosures from the Italian company Cezares.Such sliding curtain for the bathroom to buy can not afford one of their great value.Features sliding shutter Cezares TRIO-V-22-180 / 145:

• design 3-section;
• material - glass transparent texture or thickness of 6-8 mm;
• profile of chromium;
• adjustable in width from 1780 to 1820 mm;
• guaranteed trouble-free operation for over 15 years.

no less luxurious and quality products made in Germany co-branded Russia Gutewetter.In the photo below a model having dimensions 1,2h1,6 m, SLIDE PART GV-864:

Features curtains for baths Gutewetter:

• material - Tempered 8 mm clear glass, tinted or opaque, with or without a pattern;
• profile - bronze, chrome, gold;
• glass is covered with a protective layer;
• warranty - 5 years.

Installation instructions curtain on bath

Preparing to install

Before installing the curtain on the bath and wiser before purchasing it, you should do some research:

1. Take the metal detector and examine the wall adjacentto the bathroom for the presence of electrical wires and pipes.Thus, when the frame fixing can avoid damaging them.
2. Determine the kind of fastening shutters on the results of the survey and stores essential tool:

• level of construction;
• pencil;
• dowels and screws;
• screwdriver or drill.

Mounting curtain

1. curtains of glass, regardless of the design features that are installed on the same principle and with the general rules.Mount Technology consists of several stages:
2. process begins with the assembly, becausefrom the store you bring this useful element of the interior packed in parts, but with the assembly drawing.So the challenge in front of you - to connect everything together.At the same time the door is not installed immediately, it all fit after mounting the assembly.
3. Then install the product assembled in place and mark up the points at the opening.
4. We arm with a drill or screwdriver and drill holes.
5. on marked line on the edge of the mounting and bathroom put a layer of silicone.
6. Install screen and anchoring.Do not touch the structure until the silicone dries, and it will happen for 2 hours minimum.
7. Mount the door and this work is finished.

This form will become blind assembled:

Bath screens sliding, photo mounting scheme:

Helps learn how to install a sliding curtain for the bathroom this video instructions: