What Makes a Bathroom ADA Compliant?
Many people wonder just what makes a bathroom accessible for people with physical limitations, including those who are confined to wheelchairs. The answer to this is simple. It should allow the person to use all the facilities in the room without aid from another person. One of the biggest challenges for people with physical limitations is the ability to gain access to the bathroom fixtures. Moreover, the room should be large enough to allow persons in a wheel chair to get in and out of the room. Doors To make sure the entry doors to your bathroom can accomodate a wheelchair, they should be a minimum of 36 inches wide. Sink and Vanity The sink and mirrors in your bathroom should be lower than the standard to make it easier for disabled persons to use the sink and vanity. Although there are no specific measurements stating an exact height for the sink, it should be installed with the user in mind. Aside from being lower, a sink should also have open access so that a wheelchair can easil
