Any bathroom requires the organization of air exchange so that moisture does not stagnate inside. It is necessary to competently approach the arrangement of the ventilation system, providing for the supply and removal of air. You can help air get inside in the following ways: organizing a gap under the door or installing a grate construction of a ventilation duct

The latter will also serve to remove the exhaust air. Additionally, the channels are equipped with valves responsible for fire safety. Elements are made from non-combustible materials. If in a country house, in addition to the bathroom, according to the original project, which was drawn up before construction, a bathhouse or other warm and humid room is provided, then ventilation will also be required there.

Features of waterproofing

In order for the decoration of the room to last for a long time, and for the wood to not start to rot quickly over the years of using the bathroom, it is necessary to think about the waterproofing of the structures.

Types of materials

The choice of waterproofing material depends on the type of decoration of the room. In construction stores, you can find the following compositions for waterproofing: Coating. With their help, it will be possible to obtain a coating resistant to water. The material is mastic and emulsions, which are applied by means of a brush or roller. The number of layers

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Available in rolls and sheets. They need to be glued on. The seams between the individual elements are subjected to additional sealant treatment. Impregnation. Good waterproofing materials, the only drawback are the presence of chemical additives in the composition. Therefore, it is not recommended to use them in the arrangement of the bathroom.

The uniqueness of the water-repellent material is achieved with the help of harmless additives for the human body. For example, to glue sheet or roll compositions, mastic-based adhesives are used.

Stages of waterproofing

Protecting bathroom surfaces from moisture is carried out in several stages: First, everything is cleaned of dust and dirt. A primer is applied to the walls and ceiling, and the floor is additionally treated with mastics on a bitumen basis. Apply a waterproofing compound or glue a water-repellent material.

Special attention should be paid to the floor. After its surface has been treated, it is necessary to proceed with the installation of a special waterproofing film, on top of which it will be necessary to perform a cement-sand screed. The screed is additionally reinforced with a mesh or plasticizer.

Wall waterproofing is performed in various ways: Treat the surface with a latex-based waterproofing coat the surface with mastic and lay the tiles to impregnate the tree with oil compositions, if additional finishing is not plannedBitumen mastic is applied to the ceilings, using 2-3 layers, additionally covering the surface with an antiseptic composition.

Finishing

When the preparatory and waterproofing work is completed, you can start finishing the bathroom in a country house.

floors

The concrete screed is the base for the bathroom floor. It should be done with a slope that will help drain water into a pre-prepared drain. As a floor covering for a bathroom, they usually use:

Tiles

The latter is a simple and economical option. Recently, floors have been made of wood, which also looks beautiful and organic. However, this type of flooring requires additional processing.

Walls

When it comes to wall decoration, you should take into account the characteristics of wooden materials. During operation, the structure will begin to shrink and dry out. To prevent the deformation of the structure, it is necessary to install the crate along the walls. An additional wall is arranged using waterproof drywall or a sliding-type frame, which is based on a metal profile.

Such preparation will allow you to apply any option for the final finish. If the main finish is wood, then there is no need to install an additional frame. Popular wall covering materials: