Plumbing hatches for bathroom and toilet: dimensions

Why do you need revision hatches for the bathroom and toilet? Equipping these premises it is impossible to do without summing up communications. Of course, the bathtub and toilet are places of individual use, however, the exposed pipes and hanging wiring “cut” the eye and significantly damage the interior. Therefore, all plumbing eyeliner is usually hidden under the facing material. It is impossible to completely block access to communications: you need to regularly write off meter readings and carry out maintenance. Such an opportunity is given by plumbing hatches for the bathroom and toilet, the dimensions of which provide unhindered access to pipes and counters. In fact, these are decorative doors that do not stand out from the general interior of the bathroom. The sizes of these elements are standard, only the options differ. We will analyze in detail all the features of these plumbing products.

Varieties

Hatches for a toilet and a bathroom are presented in the market by four modifications. The key differences lie in the way the external door is opened. Consider in detail each category.

• Swing. This is a fairly practical, and therefore common design. Such plumbing hatches can be installed independently, without involving specialists. The product is a swing door, which is fixed using suction cups or a locking handle with a rotary mechanism. Suitable for decorating with ceramic tiles and plastic panels.

• Sliding. Used for installation in confined spaces where swing doors cannot be used. When pressed, the hatch extends forward and to the side. A magnetic clamping mechanism is used here. To open such a revision hatch, special suction cups are used (included). Suitable for all kinds of tiles or bathroom mosaic finishes.

• Push. This is a plumbing invisible hatch that opens with a simple click on the external panel. The design uses a spring mechanism that, when pressed, flips the door forward. Looks organically with any options for finishing the bathroom.

• Folding. Here, when you press the door, it reclines at an angle of 45 degrees, fixing on a chain with carbines. This is usually enough to conduct a routine inspection of communications or write off meter readings. If it is necessary to provide full access, for example, during repair work, the carbines snap off and the hatch retracts to the side.

Installation methods

Hatches for the bathroom and toilet are classified according to the floor, ceiling and wall installation method. The basic requirements for products depend on this. For example, ceiling hatches are usually made of lightweight plastic or aluminum alloy to prevent arbitrary opening under their own weight. Such models are practically not used in residential premises, they are equipped with bathrooms of commercial buildings and industrial enterprises.

For floor structures, the strength of the frame and the outer door is mandatory. For their manufacture, steel is usually used that can withstand high loads. Models are optimally suited for country houses and cottages, opening access to basements with established communications.

In apartment buildings, wall hatches are often installed made of aluminum, metal or plastic. Such models are convenient to install and practical to use. Please note that such hatches can completely merge with the finish of the bath or toilet, or vice versa to emphasize their presence. In the first case, the door is finished with material similar to the general interior design, in the second - the emphasis is on contrast. For example, if the bathroom is decorated with white tiles, the hatch is made black.

Dimensions

Plumbing hatches are square or rectangular. Dimensions are usually standard, and do not depend on the features of the design and materials.

Typical sizes look like this:

• 100x100 mm.
• 150x150 mm.
• 150x200 mm.
• 200x200 mm.
• 200x250 mm.
• 200x300 mm.
• 250x300 mm.
• 250x400 mm.
• 300x300 mm.
• 300x400 mm.
• 400x500 mm.
• 400x600 mm.

The landing depth for all products is 35 millimeters.

Considering that the given dimensions may not meet the necessary requirements, some companies produce sanitary hatches for individual sizes. For example, to equip a large communication center, where repair and maintenance work is carried out by two specialists. Production terms vary from 3 to 6 days, the cost of such products differs significantly from standard models.

Mounting

You can install plumbing doors for the bathroom and toilet yourself. It is enough to make a little effort and follow the manufacturer's instructions exactly. We give an approximate installation diagram, divided into several stages.

1. Preparatory work. To start equip plumbing cabinet. This is usually done at the installation site of the meters. On this cabinet you need to install a frame for attaching a decorative hatch. If the basis of the box is drywall, the frame is fixed with screws to the box. In the case when the cabinet is equipped in a brick or concrete niche, the frame is fastened with dowels and nails, the gaps between the frame and the wall are eliminated with mounting foam. Please note that when using mounting foam, the door is disconnected from the frame for 24 hours, this is exactly what is needed to seal the sealant. Then the hatch is installed in place, the locking mechanism and hinges are debugged.
2. Facing. Finishing of plumbing hatches is carried out simultaneously with wall cladding. In this case, it is worth considering the ratio of the size of the door and tile. Usually a multiple number of tiles is used, or the hatch is closed with one decorative element. To ensure reliable adhesion of the door to the tile, you will need to pre-ground the surface. To stick the tiles use liquid nails. For high-quality fixing, glue is applied on 50% of the area of ​​the coupled surfaces. The adhesive should not fill the space between the frame and the door. After facing, it will take several hours for the adhesive to harden, after which you can proceed to the next stage of work.
3. Finishing Unlike other walls, plumbing hatches do not overwrite. The edges of the door are covered with plumbing tape, leaving a small gap. The remaining free space is filled with silicone sealant, while smoothing the applied layer. Then the adhesive tape is removed and the sealant is left for two days until completely dry. After this, an incision is made around the perimeter with a construction knife.

Useful Tips

The arrangement of the bathroom is a rather complicated and painstaking work. Therefore, it is necessary to install plumbing hatches for the bathroom and toilet correctly, so as not to redo the door later, spoiling the lining of the room. We advise you to pay attention to the following nuances:

• When choosing a product, please note that the hatches are in horizontal and vertical orientation. Therefore, before buying, you must make the appropriate measurements.
• When mounting, be sure to use a level.
• Considering that the sizes of hatches for a bathroom and a toilet differ, small designs can be installed entirely, overall dimensions are usually disassembled into component parts.
• When finishing with ceramic tiles, the cladding is made directly under the door, leaving the bottom row in the end. This trick will help to avoid distortions and fit all the decor elements to size.

These simple tips will help make the hatch in the bathroom or toilet less noticeable without spoiling the overall interior of the bathroom.