Very often, when decorating a bathroom, glass is used that resembles frozen water. It brings light into the interior of the room, expands the space. That is why the use of glass blocks is very popular in the arrangement of the bathroom. This material is liked by everyone without exception, even the most demanding customers prefer glass blocks for zoning space.
What is a glass block?
Glass block is a simple product that has the shape of a brick, is made of glass and has an empty interior. The thickness of its walls is from 6 to 8 mm. This material is in demand when creating partitions in the bathroom due to non-standard light distribution. The glass unit has many properties that make it possible to create reliable sound and thermal insulation due to the rarefied air located inside. It is produced exclusively from environmentally friendly materials. Glass bricks are distinguished by good fire resistance.
One of the most important properties of a glass block is its moisture resistance, so it can be used when decorating a bathroom. This material allows you to create original forms of partitions, without limiting the imagination of the designer. With its help, you can select various effects, give the room a luxury and charm. The bathroom will be bright, stylish and comfortable.
Over the past few years, the glass unit has become very popular. Manufacturers offer a wide range of products. They create a variety of shapes: square, rectangle, angular, round, etc. Today you can buy a glass block of any color or texture. At the peak of popularity today, glass blocks with decorative fillers or decorated with illumination.
Glass block is an excellent choice when decorating a bathroom, because on its surface can not survive either fungi or bacteria. In addition, the glass is easy to clean and disinfect.
Dimensions
Glass blocks for decorating rooms have standard dimensions - 19x19x8 cm and 24x24x8 cm. One glass block weighs from 2.5 to 4 kg. The thickness of the product is from 7.5 to 10 cm.
Price
Today you can buy glass blocks at different prices. The buyer independently chooses the option that satisfies his requests. The price of glass blocks depends on many factors - size, color, shape and manufacturer. But on average, glass blocks are available to everyone. One such "brick" can cost from 110 to 310 rubles.
Variety
Glass blocks are presented by manufacturers in different colors. Their surface can be corrugated, glossy or matte. The choice depends entirely on the client's preferences. To play the light you can choose the right option, because they are translucent, light-scattering and light-guiding.
Glass blocks can be of different shapes: rectangular, square, round, oval, triangular, with rounded corners, in the form of corner pieces or other irregular shapes.
Partitions made of glass blocks in bathroom design
Conventional partitions
Translucent glass blocks can be used in the form of a variety of partitions when decorating a bathroom to create multiple zones. They pass light well, and at the same time create a blurred image. Often, partitions made of glass blocks are used to separate the shower cubicle and the bathroom. This design creates a magnificent tandem with ceramic tiles.
Shower cabin
A shower cubicle with glass blocks is often used by designers who want to create an elegant and modern interior. If you use glass blocks for the walls of the shower cubicle, then the room will become lighter, because they let out about 85 percent of the world. Glass blocks can be of various shapes, which allows the designer to create. Using glass blocks as dushkabin walls, you can simultaneously achieve several tasks: to share space, to reliably protect the whole room from splashing water during showering, to create privacy, and to decorate the interior of the bathroom.
Windows
Not every bathroom has a window, but if you have it you can also add originality due to the use of glass blocks. They allow you to add unusualness, create soft lighting, and also have high strength and variety of shapes. There are a lot of pros, but there is one small drawback - lack of ventilation. Therefore, before you put the glass blocks on the windows, you should take care of the ventilation of the room.
Decorative inserts
Very often designers use glass blocks to create partitions in the bathroom. Stones from glass will allow to add an interior of originality and style. But it's worth knowing the measure, do not overload the partition with decors.
Installation
The process of installing the partition from glass blocks is not easy, but it can be done independently, even without special skills and skills.
One of the existing fixing methods can be applied:
- special frames, modules and profiles;
- cement-sand mortar;
- adhesive composition.
With the help of special frames, the installation of glass blocks can be entrusted even to the novice. The units should be placed in special modules of the module, using rubber gaskets for fixation. Even without a plumb and construction level, you can quickly and easily build a partition. This method of installing glass blocks allows you to transfer the partition to another location if desired. The whole construction remains intact. If you use a glue composition or cement-sand mortar, its location can not be changed.
Each glass block has a protective film. Before installation, it should not be removed, because you can not just dirty the unit, but damage it.
The basic rules, subtleties, and professional tips for installing glass blocks are collected in a video that we recommend to see before you get started:
Specialty glue can be purchased in building stores that provides fast and easy installation of glass blocks. Thanks to the transparent texture, it remains invisible, so it does not affect the appearance of the glass blocks.
The cheapest way to install a partition from glass blocks is to use a cement-sand mortar. You will also need spacers for level masonry. The installation process takes place in several stages:
- the sand for the mortar must be fine, because large grains of sand can scratch the glass;
- glass blocks have a special film, which can be removed only after installation. If this film is damaged, then usual scotch will help;
- work should start with the layout, while you need to consider the size of the room, glass blocks and seams, which will be placed between them. If the bathroom has more than 15 meters, then it is worthwhile to put a frame of profiles. To achieve high rigidity, the frame is fixed in three directions: on the floor, ceiling and wall. If the frame is not used, then it is possible to weld the seams using a metal wire;
- per day can be placed only three rows of glass blocks. The solution does not adhere well to the glass, so it is necessary to give it time to fix securely;
- this method of installation is applied exclusively for low partitions. The lower rows can not withstand enormous loads, since the solution can spread as a result of the large weight;
- for structural strength it is necessary to purchase special metal rods, which have a section from 4 to 6 mm. They are used before laying the next row;
- after installation of glass blocks it is necessary to process them with grout to hide the solution. But to save time, you can immediately make the installation using a color solution.
For step-by-step instructions on how to install the partition from the glass blocks in the bathroom, see here:
