Tsugunov Anton Valerievich

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Pipes left in plain sight are not the best addition to a bathroom interior. In order for the room to have a neat and complete look, communications must be hidden. Moreover, it is desirable to do this in such a way as to have access to the pipe connections, valves, meters and filters. The optimal solution to this problem will be the manufacture of a box. Consider how to make a pipe box in a bathroom from plastic panels.

Advantages of a plastic box

The structure for masking pipes can be made of plastic or. Each of these options is good in its own way, but from the point of view of practicality, the plastic box is in the lead. It has many undeniable advantages:

• Possibility of quick disassembly without damaging the material. This property of a plastic structure is especially important for pipes docked using fittings and threaded connections, which are not insured against leaks. After the elimination of the breakdown or scheduled maintenance of the pipes, the box can be easily assembled back.
• No need for further finishing. Plastic panels themselves are already a finishing decorative material, in contrast to drywall, which requires final processing.

• Resistance to deformation and ease of repair. The plastic used to make the panels is strong and flexible, so it is less likely to be damaged than tiles that can be accidentally broken. Even if one panel is damaged, it is easy to replace it with a new one without damaging the entire structure.
• Moisture resistance. PVC is not afraid of water, does not rot, nothing will happen to the box, even if it is installed close to the bath or it gets wet due to condensation formed on the pipes.
• Easy to install. The installation of the box will take only a few hours and does not require the use of expensive or specific tools.
• Affordable price. Plastic panels for bathrooms are one of the most inexpensive finishing materials.
• Spaciousness and compactness. Due to the small thickness of the panels, the plastic structure is very spacious and does not take up much extra space in the bathroom, which is especially important for a small room.

The plastic box is very practical: it can be disassembled and reassembled as many times as necessary.

Preparatory work

Before proceeding with the assembly of the box, you need to carry out several preliminary measures.

• Examine all pipes that will be hidden. Eliminate defects while communications are visible. If a new pipeline is being installed along the way, try to keep the number of connections to a minimum.

• Decide what kind of tub will look like in the bathroom. It can hide only a small area where pipes pass, or take up a fairly large area. The advantage of the first option is in saving material and not having to sacrifice free space. When choosing a more voluminous modification, the additional space inside the structure can be adapted for storing things.

• silicone sealant;
• PVC skirting boards for masking joints;
• self-tapping screws;
• sharp construction knife.

We make the frame of the box

When installing the structure frame, follow the instructions below.

• On the walls adjacent to the corner, install guides (UD profiles), which will determine the dimensions of the box. Don't forget to use the level. To fasten the bearing profiles to the wall, use euro screws and dowels. If the surface is tiled, you can take self-tapping screws for metal 2.5 centimeters long and 3.5 millimeters in diameter. They are twisted into the seams between the tiles.

Tip: To save space in the bathroom, install the profiles closer to the pipes. The minimum distance is 3 centimeters.

• If the pipes run horizontally, place the profile parallel to the floor and fasten it to it.
• Start shaping the outside corner. Twist the corner post from the two UD profiles. Direct their shelves in different directions at right angles and connect with small screws - "flea".

• Cut the CD support profile into pieces that will fit the dimensions of the structure. Attach the corner stiffener to the wall. Insert the finished pieces of the profile with one end into the guide set at the first stage, with the other into the stiffener. Thus, both parts of the corner are connected to the profile.
• Every 50 centimeters, add the jumpers, which are necessary for the subsequent fastening of the PVC panels.
• The second corner profile is attached in the same way to another wall.

We sheathe the frame with PVC panels

After the supporting structure is ready, you can start in its sheathing. This must be done in the following sequence:

• Install the start profile. Carefully, avoiding deformation, secure it with the help of "flea beetles" on the installed rail.
• Measure a strip of plastic panel to the desired length, cut it off with a sharp knife.
• Fix one panel in the starting profile, attach the other to the corner profile and install it to the other plane of the box. To connect, use all the same "fleas" or "bugs".
• Assemble the second side of the box in the same way. Fix the starting profile on the last plastic panel, then secure it. If you do this with silicone, you can ensure that you can easily dismantle it in the future in the event of an emergency.
• Cut inspection holes in those places where you need unhindered access to important elements of the pipeline: taps, meters and joints. Using silicone sealant, fix the special hatches in the holes.

A bathroom is a room in which it is always damp, while there are water supply and drainage systems in it. The plasterboard box in the bathroom is made in order to hide all unsightly communications, and to make the room attractive and comfortable.

Preparatory work

The work on installing the box is done in stages. For a positive result, you must strictly adhere to the instructions. Before starting the installation, you need:

• prepare the room;
• draw a box plan;
• apply markings;
• make the necessary calculations;
• buy all the necessary material;
• prepare the tool.

Let's consider the stages of preparation for the installation of the box in a little more detail.

• all walls in the bathroom must be cleaned of the old coating. The paint must be cleaned off and scored on the concrete surface;

The process of cleaning the walls in the bathroom from the old coating

• next, there is a primer to improve adhesion;

Be sure to apply a primer before installation work with drywall

• if the irregularities are more than a centimeter.

Features of assembling a plasterboard box in the bathroom

How to assemble a plasterboard box in a bathroom for drainage pipes? The bathtub is a damp room, therefore, drywall for mounting the box needs to be purchased moisture-resistant (green sheets).

Do not forget that there should be free access to communications - this applies to taps and water meters, so it is worthwhile to provide hatches. We must not forget about the hood.

In what sequence is the installation of the pipe box and the bathroom itself carried out:

1. Level markings are applied to the walls.
2. Then a metal frame is constructed from profiles for a plasterboard box.
3. Drywall is screwed on.
4. A hatch is mounted.
5. Finishing is in progress.

Watch the video: plasterboard box in the bathroom to hide pipes.

The box for the bath is as follows:

• make a frame from metal profiles;
• install drywall with the provided technical hatch;
• install the hatch.

Pay attention to the video: assembling a plasterboard box under the bathroom.

Important! When working in the bathroom, it will be more practical to use metal profiles, they are resistant to moisture, and do not deform over time.

Frame installation:

1. Calculate the dimensions and apply the markings that will pass on the floor and walls in the bathroom.
2. Make a skeleton from profiles. A guide profile is fixed to the walls and floor.
3. Install jumpers from profile 60x27. Jumpers are cut to size, installed in 40 cm increments, for structural rigidity. Fasten the profile with "seeds" cutters, 4 pieces per element.

As soon as the frame is ready, you can proceed to fixing the drywall and finishing.

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Material selection and required tools

The first step is to prepare the tool that will be needed for the installation of the drywall box and material.

We need:

• hammer drill, or hammer drill;
• plumb line;
• laser level;
• screwdriver;
• roulette;
• pliers;
• construction knife;
• iron scissors;
• spatula;
• hammer;
• roller;
• construction bucket;
• whisk.

Material:

• the choice of material should be approached correctly, since the room is humid and exposed to constant temperature changes - therefore, moisture-resistant drywall;

It looks like a moisture-resistant drywall that has a light green or green color

• you need to buy with antiseptic ingredients, and with deep penetration;

• the frame for the box should only be made of, since the wooden blocks may rot soon, and the entire structure will have to be redone.

Step-by-step process of installing the box in the bathroom

A plasterboard box in a bathroom is a simple structure consisting of a metal frame and pieces of drywall, but when installing it, you need to take into account some points.

Design and drawings

No structure is complete without a drawing, which will indicate the location of the profile frame. Design cannot be neglected.

Example of a drywall box project

Do not think that you can download a typical project from the Internet, since in each specific case, everything is calculated individually.

There must be a technical hatch in the box, therefore, reinforcement from profiles is mounted to install it.

In order to prevent condensation from appearing inside the box, a ventilation hole is provided at the top.

The profile must be chosen rigid, since the structure must be rigid, otherwise the tile may crumble over time.

When you create a project, mark all connections and their types on the drawing.

Markup

You need to start with the markings near the vertical pipes:

• first of all, you need to find the most protruding section, you need to step back 3 centimeters from it and put a mark;
• set a laser level and draw a vertical line along the entire height of the wall;

Laser level, will help to accurately draw the markings

• the same action is performed from the opposite wall;
• then marking is made on the ceiling and floor using a building corner;

Correctly applied markings are the main stage in the construction of a drywall structure

Advice! It is advisable to mount the pipe box in the bathroom, relying on the size of the tile that is supposed to be laid so that you do not have to make cuts. This will help to significantly save on material.

As soon as the marking is done, you can start building the frame.

Installation of profiles

You need to start with the installation of a vertical frame made of profiles according to the following plan:

• install the profile, cut along the length of the line with scissors for metal, and secure with dowel-nails;

• a similar action is performed from the second side;
• then the profile is installed on the ceiling;

Important: that all profiles are installed strictly along the line, otherwise it will be skewed, and the tile will not lie flat.

• then they are installed end-to-end in guides bolted to the floor and ceiling;

• the profile must be screwed to the walls on both sides with dowel-nails. The fastening step should not be more than 20 centimeters, otherwise the structure will turn out to be unstable;
• check the level of the profiles, but before these;

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• the joints of the rack and guide profile are fastened with small self-tapping screws - "seeds";

• install a corner piece cut from a CD profile, as it has greater strength and rigidity;

• mount intermediate jumpers that connect the corner and wall profile. The distance between the jumpers should be 25-30 cm, you get a kind of lattice. Stiffeners should be strictly level.

The assembled frame must be flat, otherwise the structure will begin to deform

Securing drywall sheets

Fixing drywall sheets to the frame is done in the following way:

• cutting drywall to the desired size;
• attach pieces of gypsum board to the frame and cut them exactly along the profiles;
• cut out technological holes for ventilation and under the hatch;

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You do not need to leave the head of the screws or screw them deep

• the pitch of the self-tapping screw is 15-20 centimeters, the screwdriver must be set at low speed.

Ready-made plasterboard box with a hatch hole

When a bathroom has a beautiful design, but its decor spoils a lot of water pipes, then something clearly needs to be done about it. Especially if the luxurious interior is tiled with designer tiles and fittings. Therefore, it is highly desirable to hide often unsightly communications. One of the most popular camouflage methods is the installation of a drywall box in the bathroom. What's most interesting is that you can easily do it yourself. Let's consider this moment in more detail.

Features of the box

Despite the concealment of communications, the box leaves access to free. If desired, they can be replaced or painted. Often it looks like a simple structure sheathed around the water supply. A wide variety of materials can be used, however, drywall for the box is considered the best option. This is due to the fact that it has all the necessary characteristics: strength, durability, availability for the average consumer.

The box provides easy access to the pipes at any time

External finishing can be any, at the discretion of the owners. To upholster with plasterboard sheets, it is necessary to construct a rigid frame for the box. The sturdy construction can be either metal or wood. There is absolutely nothing complicated in this, you just need to correctly calculate the amount of consumables. For the main condition is that the box should not come into contact with communications. Since its functional necessity hardly raises doubts among beautiful owners, you should take care of its arrangement in advance.

Box arrangement options

There are several options for making a box, depending on the material used:

Plastic panels. Their installation is carried out as follows:

• Make a detailed drawing of the box (to determine the amount of material required);
• Purchase additional materials (bars, fasteners, profiles, etc.);
• Next, fix the vertical bars around the perimeter of the bathroom;
• After that, a couple of central bars are exposed in order to install plastic panels in their place;
• The latter are first cut and then connected horizontally;
• At the end, the profiles are fixed with a decorative skirting board in order to insert the plastic structure.

Drywall. In the case of drywall, it is advisable to install a metal frame. Sheets of material are also fastened with self-tapping screws (after cutting into pre-calculated pieces). Subsequently, they can be processed with any finishing material.

If we are talking about a drywall box, you must first mount the metal frame

Box-wardrobe. To save bathroom space, you need to take care of the free space of the room. In the example of using a cabinet, this means masking several pipes at once if they are next to each other. At the same time, a functional cabinet can contain convenient shelves for storing various utensils. Since there are no strict requirements for the material for the manufacture of such a structure, experts recommend using the same drywall.

DIY box installation

Professionals identify two key layouts based on pipeline location. Let's consider them in more detail:

The pipe is in the corner. This option involves the use of three profiles with the subsequent fixing of drywall sheets. The order of work in this case will be as follows:

• The first step is to take measurements to determine the height and width of the structure;
• Then three pieces of the profile are cut off, according to the earlier measurements of the height;

Advice. If the decor in the bathroom boasts expensive tiles, then the dimensions of the box are recommended to be adjusted to its size.

• Further, markings are carried out on the walls for the subsequent installation of two profiles;
• After fixing the profiles with self-tapping screws, two sheets of pre-prepared drywall are attached to them;
• After they are installed, a third profile must be fixed between them. Its role is to create a stiffener.

Diagram of the box for pipes

The pipe is in the middle of the wall. This option involves the use of four profiles and additional struts for structural rigidity. All the same sheets of drywall are used as the walls. Let's consider the procedure for installing the box in more detail:

1. First of all, two vertical profiles are mounted;
2. Then measurements are taken between them (in such a simple way, the width of the future structure is determined);
3. After that, two beautiful pieces of drywall are cut off, and attached to the above-mentioned profiles;
4. You will also need to take measurements for the end side of the box, in order to then cut out the necessary piece of material from the drywall sheet;
5. Then two more vertical profiles are attached to the installed drywall panels;
   - The latter will need to be connected to the end wall.

In principle, this is considered the standard for installing a plumbing box. However, when branching pipes from this technology, some deviations may be required. In particular, the sequence of installation work can be changed.

Box finishing

Someone prefers to paste over sheets of drywall with the usual wallpaper. Some people prefer coloring. However, the best option is considered to be cladding with reliable tiles, since it is characterized by excellent performance properties.

Tiling the box is considered the best option.

First, the amount of moisture-resistant material required is calculated, after which repair tools are purchased (spatula, grinder, drill, special glue, etc.). Ease of finishing consists in applying a uniform layer of glue to the plasterboard structure and then installing beautiful tiles on it. Seams are rubbed with plastic elements. Speaking of plastic. The structure of the box can be "refined" with plastic panels. The assortment on the market allows you to find the desired color to match the interior, and the physical characteristics of the material will also pleasantly delight the owners.

Self-installation of the box is quick and easy. By following the above recommendations, the interior will be able to "save" from the load of the bathroom with water supply lines.

Video: Drywall pipe box

In the toilet of an apartment in a multi-storey building, there are riser pipes for sewerage and water supply. Their appearance usually spoils the interior, so it is important to successfully hide them. Next, it will be considered how to build a box for drywall pipes, and what effective methods of installing the frame and exterior decoration exist.

Advantages

The riser pipes usually run through all floors, from them to each apartment in the bathroom there are sewerage and water pipelines. They do not look very aesthetically pleasing, in addition, they serve as a source of additional noise when draining, and condensation can also accumulate on them. In any case, all apartment owners who care about the interior try to close them. In new houses, upon delivery, there is often already some kind of partition, but its quality usually leaves much to be desired, so the best option is to make a strong and beautiful box in the toilet with your own hands.

The pipe box in a combined or separate bathroom should not be completely closed, since water metering devices are usually located in this place, in addition, you must always have access to the riser in case of leaks. Therefore, homemade options can be removable or with a neat built-in door.

Making a drywall pipe box is very effective, because it is lightweight, relatively cheap and easy to process material. It is attached to a frame made of metal profiles with screws or self-tapping screws for metal. For such a humid room as a bathroom, it is worth taking moisture-resistant types of drywall. The advantage of this material also lies in the fact that after installation it can be decoratively revetted by any means: putty, moisture-resistant paint, ceramic tiles, PVC panels. Often they try to finish the plasterboard box in the same style with the walls, this is how the most successful toilet interior is obtained.

A competent owner can make a metal frame and plasterboard partitions in almost one day. This requires a minimum of materials and a small set of tools.

Variants

Depending on the location of the riser pipes in the bathroom, such a box can be:

• solid partition;
• a separate wardrobe in the corner;
• protruding from the wall.

The first option is relevant when all communications in the toilet are located behind the toilet at the rear load-bearing wall. It is very simple to make it, since you only need to install a frame from a profile and fasten one solid sheet of drywall. But in this case, more material may be required, and this method takes a lot of space from an already small toilet room.

If the sewage and water supply pipes are located in the corner of the toilet, a neat corner box is made. The guide profiles go from the floor to the ceiling, stiffeners are attached between them, the entire frame is sheathed with plasterboard and then proceeds to its decorative finish. The box will have the shape of the letter G. Before sheathing, you need to take care of the door, which provides easy access to the riser. It is quite easy to make a similar shape of the box due to the fact that it will be closed by load-bearing walls from the back side, its advantage is also that it takes up a minimum of space in the bathroom.

If the sewer pipes are not located in the corner of the room, but you need to save space, you can make a U-shaped box. Installation of the frame for it will be more laborious, you will need to make more trimming of the metal profile, but after carefully carried out work, such a cabinet will look very elegant.

The issue of access to pipes and water meters during the construction of such partitions is very relevant. The box can be made removable, then, if necessary, the entire structure is removed entirely. The advantages of this method are that at any time convenient access to the entire riser from floor to ceiling can be carried out, but such a structure will be very cumbersome, and it is rather difficult to remove the box from metal profiles and drywall. Therefore, usually removable boxes in the bathroom are made of plastic, PVC and other, lighter materials.

A much more common method of accessing a riser in a duct is by installing a door. In the frame, a rectangular frame is made from a profile - it will serve as a hole to easily get inside.

Doors can be made from the same drywall, plastic, PVC, plywood, or other available materials. They can be single or double leaf, removable or hinged. For convenient closing, they can be made with locks, latch, magnets. Properly assembled doors, matching the finish with the box and the walls of the toilet, look very nice.

There are a lot of options for decorative finishing of riser boxes for pipes. The most common option is to cover them with PVC panels. They look great, are protected from moisture, and are very easy to install. With this method, if the box is angular or U-shaped, it is necessary to purchase decorative plastic corners in order for the structure to look more aesthetically pleasing.

Plasterboard boxes are often tiled with ceramic and porcelain stoneware tiles. This is a good option, especially if the walls have the same finish - then the box will fit well into the interior. In addition, additional protection against moisture and noise will be created.

When decorating a plasterboard pipe box, it can be equipped with additional functions. There are designs with shelves for toiletries, niches for a brush or plunger, towel hooks and other useful parts. You can use the box partitions as efficiently as possible, you just have to show your design imagination.

Blueprints

Before installing the toilet box, the correct solution would be to draw up drawings of the frame. They should indicate the dimensions of the main guide profiles, door openings, vertical and horizontal distances between stiffeners, ventilation holes and other elements. Such drawings will help not only to correctly navigate when installing the box, but also to calculate in advance the consumption of drywall sheets, metal profiles and fasteners.

Calculation of materials and components

It is very simple to calculate the consumption of drywall for a toilet box. It is enough to know the height from floor to ceiling and the width of the partitions - from these values ​​you can calculate the total surface area. The number of metal profiles can be calculated based on the distance at which the stiffeners will be located from each other, usually this distance is 30–40 cm. Here it is worth considering the frame for the door, recesses, ventilation holes, and other details. The number of fasteners - self-tapping screws and corners - is calculated according to the number of joints of the profiles, to this you can add an amendment of 15%.

To build a drywall box in the toilet, you will need the following materials and tools:

• moisture resistant gypsum board sheets 0.65–0.9 mm;
• metal profiles 40x40 mm;
• self-tapping screws for metal;

• self-tapping screws for drywall;
• building level;
• pencil, ruler and tape measure;

• hammer drill with 6 mm drill for concrete;
• screwdriver or Phillips screwdriver;
• scissors for metal or grinder;
• assembly knife.

The installation of the box begins with the manufacture of a drawing and marking the location of the profiles of the future frame on the walls and on the floor. To make an even and durable box, it is imperative to use a building level. First of all, guides are attached to the load-bearing walls. For them, U-shaped profiles are selected, best of all 40x40 mm, they are attached to concrete using a perforator, a screwdriver and dowel screws with a diameter of 6 mm. After that, it is necessary to assemble the frame grille with stiffeners, partitions and a frame for the future access door.

For the strength of the frame, it is correct to make the distance between adjacent pieces of profiles at least 40 cm.

The profiles are fastened together with self-tapping screws for metal using a screwdriver. After installing each element, the level is checked. Cut off the fragments of the profiles with a grinder with a cutting wheel for metal or special scissors.

After the frame is ready, the drywall sheets are installed. There are special screws for them. The sheets are carefully cut to size with a painting knife and attached to the frame. The fewer trimmed pieces of drywall, the better, since the number of joints decreases, which then need to be processed to a uniform surface. This should be taken into account during installation and cut as efficiently as possible.

A modern bathroom cannot be imagined without communications. But sewerage and water pipes will not add attractiveness to the room. Therefore, in the process of renovation, the owners of apartments and houses hide these systems under the boxes. It is quite possible to carry out such designs independently, without the involvement of professionals. Just first you need to pick up the material. To accomplish the described task, you can use one of several methods and complete the installation:

• boxes;
• furniture;
• roller shutters;
• pipes in the wall.

When choosing an option, it is worth considering the possibility of pipe maintenance. In the event of a breakdown, the decor of the room should not be damaged. As soon as the box can be installed, you can mount a collapsible structure or make access doors.

The tubing box in the bathroom can be installed depending on the location of the lines. You can only cover the pipes or the entire wall. The first option involves decorating individual areas, so there is an opportunity to save on materials.

If the entire plane is sewn up, then the room will look more attractive, but this design will reduce the usable area. You can use the space partially occupied by pipes by storing various things there.

Preparation of tools and materials

Like all other rooms in your home, your bathroom should look attractive. The indoor pipe box can be made of different materials - it can be drywall, plastic or wood. However, before starting work, you should take care of the availability of some tools, among them:

• roulette;
• hammer drill;
• construction knife;
• plumb line;
• building corner;
• hammer;
• bubble level.

To make the boxes, a standard sheet of drywall with dimensions of 2500x1200 mm will be enough. The thickness can range from 9 to 12.5 mm. It is better to purchase a moisture-resistant material, because the sewer riser and water pipes are covered with perspiration, so the humidity will be significant.

The frame can be made of wooden square bars with a side of 40 or 50 mm. An alternative solution is a galvanized profile designed for working with drywall. The latter option is more practical, because the profile does not require special training, and it is much easier to install it.

Material selection

Before making a pipe box in the bathroom, you should select the material. It must be moisture resistant, have a small thickness and weight, and also be based on environmentally friendly ingredients that do not emit harmful substances into the atmosphere. According to these requirements, you can choose plywood, plastic, MDF or moisture resistant drywall.

Preparation

Before installing a pipe box in the bathroom, you need to think about where problems will most often occur. Problems with the water supply or sewerage system occur at the joints. If you plan to install the box after laying the pipes, then you should make sure that the line has fewer connections.

If the replacement of the pipeline is not planned, then before hiding the pipes, it is necessary to inspect them. Without fear of leaks, you can close welded or sealed connections. Fittings should be easily accessible. Their inspection should be carried out periodically. This indicates that screw connections must not be bricked up. Access must also be guaranteed to valves, filters and meters.

Box making: sizing

The pipe box in the bathroom should be carried out only after it has been possible to determine its future dimensions. The distance from the walls of the box to the pipes should not be less than 3 cm.

Installing the frame

Before backfilling the communication system, the frame should be installed. It is better to make it from a galvanized profile, because the air in the room will be constantly humid, so wood is not suitable. If the latter option is still preferable for you, then you should pick up the bars made of rocks that are resistant to decay. Before use, the elements are treated with an antiseptic.

The components of the frame are fastened together with self-tapping screws or cutters. To fix the profile to the wall, you can stock up on euro screws or dowels. The box covering the bathroom pipes must first be fixed to the walls. At the next stage, the racks are mounted, which will form the front face. Next, guides are installed on the floor and ceiling.

If the length of the racks is more than 1.5 m, jumpers should be made between them. They are required for a frame with a width of more than 0.25 m. Between the jumpers, you need to leave a distance of no more than a meter. How to make a pipe box in the bathroom so that it will serve for many years? You should treat the cut with mastic if you are using wood. This will not only protect the material from damage, but also exclude its deformation.

Frame sheathing

When preparing parts for the box, it is necessary to form whole elements. The side walls should be cut first. They are cut so that the edges do not go beyond the frame profile. Then the front part of the box is cut out, which should cover the sidewalls. After cutting, the material is mounted to the racks. To do this, use 3.5 cm self-tapping screws. The step between them should be 2.5 cm. This will provide the frame with strength, so there is no need to fix the material to the jumpers.

For the manufacture of doors, you can use elements that will be fixed with magnets. Sometimes the box for pipes in the bathroom is made completely collapsible. For this, sheets of material are fastened with self-tapping screws at the very edge. The final finishing does not imply their decoration, this is necessary if ceramic tiles are used at the final stage. In order to make the box complete, you can use the skirting board or If you need to dismantle the box, the skirting board is removed, the screws are unscrewed, the finishing material is removed.

A pipe box in a plasterboard bathroom is the most common solution for decorating communications. For sheathing the frame, drywall should be prepared, the thickness of which will be 9.5 mm. The joints should be putty, and then the surface is painted or revetted with another material as desired.

Manufacturing of a plastic box

The first thing to do before getting in the bathroom is to close the pipes with a frame. This was discussed above. However, if you want to use polystyrene panels as the cladding of the box, then the cladding will be done in a slightly different way. The advantage of this solution is the ability to adjust the structure in height.

The panels have legs, which makes it possible to level the unevenness of the floor. With the help of these legs, you can close irregularities up to 10 cm. Installation of panels will look like this. An end support is mounted on the wall. The top and side edges must be coated with glue and reinstalled. A wrench will allow the panel legs to be tightened. The plastic pipe box in the bathroom is not only easy to install, but also durable and reliable.

Specialist's recommendations for sheathing the frame of the box with PVC panels

After installing the starting profile, in order to avoid deformation, it is necessary to fix it with beads on the guide profile. On the plastic panel, you need to measure the desired size, then cut it off with a sharp knife. In the starting profile, the first panel is fixed, while the other is attached to the corner profile.

To connect, you must use bugs or fleas. The second side of the box is assembled according to the same principle. On the last panel, you need to fix the starting profile. By using silicone, you will ensure ease of disassembly when an emergency arises. In those places where it is necessary to provide unhindered access to the pipeline elements, it is necessary to cut inspection holes. Special hatches are installed using silicone sealant.

Conclusion

Before making the box, you need to think about what material the frame will be made of. If you plan to use a profile, you should purchase UD and CD guides. If you prefer wood, then to connect the elements from it, it is better to purchase hardened self-tapping screws, the length of which will be twice the size of the timber used.

In each of these cases, to fix the drywall sheets, it is better to stock up on hot self-tapping screws, the dimensions of which are 35-45 mm. It is important to select fasteners that have a piercing tip. It will be easier to work with it, and it will not damage the material.