Saturday, April 10, 2010

Bathroom Standards

The following information was obtained through The National Kitchen and Bath Association

-Doors minimum 2-10" opening.
- No entry should interfere with fixtures.
- Minimum ceiling height of 80".
- Clear floor space of at least 30" in front of fixtures.
- 30"x48" at each fixture for wheelchair maneuverability.
-Plan for knee space at lavatory for a seated user.
-consider wheelchair user's method of transfer to the toilet.
- Lavatory heights between 32"-43" according to user.
- Lavatory sink height should be no more than 34" for the seated user.
-Chipped or rounded corners on counters.
- Interior shower size at least 36"x36". 36"-42"x 60" preferred for a roll-in shower.
- Roll-in shower entries at least 36" or more.
-Shower controls located between 38"-48" above floor.
- Hot and cold identified with red and blue indicators.
- Controls should be operable with one hand.
-Grab bars 33"-36" above floor.
- Grab bars able to support static load of 250 lbs.
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-Controls in roll-in shower above grab bar but no more than 48" off floor.
- Handheld spray unit should be provided with at least 59" of hose.
- Shower seat 17"-19" above shower floor.
- A removable tub seat should be at least 16" deep.
- The waterproof material should extend at least 3" above shower-head.
- Bathtubs with seats should have a horizontal grab bar at side wall of seat and at opposite wall.
- Toilet grab bars located on rear wall and side-wall closest to toilet.
- Glass used in tub or shower enclosures must be tempered.
- Hinged shower doors open outward.
- If steps are necessary they must be placed outside shower/tub and a bar/handrail is mandatory.
- Slip resistant flooring should be specified.
- Toilets/bidets should be spaced 15" on center from any obstacle.
- Toilet seat should be 15"-19" from floor.
- Storage of frequently used items to be 15"-48" off of floor.
- Door/drawer pulls should be operable with one hand.
- User's height to be taken into consideration regarding mirror height. Full height mirror for seated individuals.
- Toilet paper holder should be 8"-12" from toilet bowl and and 15"-48" above floor.
- At least one GFCI electric receptacle installed within 36" of outside lavatory edge.
- Switches and Receptacles shall not be installed within a shower.
- Task lighting should be provided for each functional area.
- At least one wall-switch controlled light provided.
- Light switches must be suitable for damp locations.
- Mechanical exhaust system vented to outside.
- Ventilation controls should e placed 15"-48" above floor.
- Radiant floor system, toekick heater,wall heater, heat lamps/fans should be used for heating.


1 comment:

Unknown said...

Awesome plan and the measurements are really awesome. Doing outstanding job for your nation. can you please suggest me the best designs of Shower Doors .. ??