Allow 26″ to 30″ from the underside of the
sink to the floor for wheelchair armrests. A
space of 30″ to 34″ from the rim of the sink to
the floor may be more preferable. If countertop
sinks are used, insulate any exposed pipes to
prevent burns. For easy reach, faucet handles
should be a maximum of 18″ from the front of
the sink. Lever-type handles provide greater
usability.
Water closets are produced in a number of
styles. The older style has a separate tank and
stool. Many newer models are one-piece units,
either floor- or wall-mounted, Figure 7-27.
Wall-mounted water closets make cleaning
easier. Most water closets require a space at
least 30″ wide for installation, Figure 7-28.
Allow 36″ for a handicapped person. Water
closets should be placed so that they are not
visible from another room when the bathroom
door is open.
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21″ 12″ 15″ 18″
Vanity bases
30
″
21″
30
″
12″ 15″ 18″
Drawer vanity bases
21″
30
″
24″
Vanity bowl bases
30″
21″
30
″
Vanity hamper base Vanity wall cabinet
18″ 18″ 6″
30
″
Figure 7-26. There are several standard vanity sizes
and designs.
Figure 7-25. This attractively designed bath is func-
tional and easy to clean.
Figure 7-27. A contemporary one-piece water
closet.
15″ 15″
24
″
Figure 7-28. This is the minimum clearance for
water closet installation. More space is required to
be wheelchair accessible.