In the repair there are no small things, and all the smallest details of the decor are important. The border between the bathroom and the tile, as a rule, rarely attracts attention and we choose it spontaneously, without giving any special significance to the material and size. But in the process of operation from the chosen side you will depend on the appearance of the entire finish and the period of its use. In this article, we'll look at what the curb around the bath is, the advantages and disadvantages of each kind.
Ceramic curb for bathroom
Products made of ceramics are characterized by rather high parameters of hardness and strength. If you are looking for a side for the bathroom, which for a long time will retain its original appearance, then the ceramic corner curb for the bathroom is exactly what you need.
This material allows you to retain not only the external characteristics for a long time, but also to resist the appearance of yellow stains and mold . The only drawback of ceramics is that it is easy to break. If you drop something heavy, most likely, a ceramic curb for the bathroom will crack.
There are two options for installing this type of curb:
- under the tile (first install a bath and a corner, then from it spread the tile in the direction of the ceiling);
- on the tile (in this case, the edge is attached directly to the tile for liquid nails or other adhesive composition).
Border for a bath plastic
Polyvinyl chloride has proven itself in the field of repair work. What is not made of plastic. Plastic border for the bath is a profile bar, the length of which can reach 250cm.
A corner of plastic is often used to seal the joint between the bathroom and the wall. The surface of the wall can be lined with plastic panels or tiles. The height of the curb in the bathroom is different, depending on the method of its installation. For installation under the tile, a height of 30 mm is sufficient. For the decorative finish of the joint, a profile of 35-45 mm in height is more suitable.
Not so long ago, manufacturers began to produce a new model of the curb for a bath with rubberized edges. This allows you to additionally protect the joint from leaks. When you purchase the curb itself, you will be sold with elements for butt corners and stubs. Of the disadvantages, it is worth noting that the plastic is used to quickly acquire a yellowish tinge. That is why, whenever possible, it is better to choose color darker models.
Ribbon-curb for bath
Polyethylene self-adhesive border for the bathroom has a special adhesive composition, which greatly simplifies the installation process. But quite often it is additionally fixed with a sealant to prolong the service life and provide more reliable protection against moisture ingress.
This option is somewhat more expensive than plastic, but more economical and reliable. Even if you will additionally fix the structure, the material consumption is much less than when installing the plastic. The installation itself is quite simple and a layman can handle it. Before you paste the curb on the bath, you need to dry the surface of the bath and tiles. The better you are
Elite curb for bath
If you originally decided to do a chic renovation and use only high-quality luxury materials, pay attention to the model corners of granite, marble. This solution is suitable for large, spacious bathrooms. They will last long and look really expensive.
In this case, it is better to select all the "stuffing" at once. If the curb for the acrylic bath can be made of ceramics or even plastic, then the marble corner should be selected under a marble bath. Otherwise, you will get a dissonance between relatively cheap plumbing and too expensive finishing.