Chapter 6: Lavatories and Sinks This guide explains requirements in the ADA Standards for lavatories and sinks. Required Compliance [§212, §213.3.4] The Standards cover access to sink and to lavatories, which are sinks used for handwashing in toilet and bathing facilities. 4.19 Lavatories and Mirrors.
4.19.1 General. The requirements of 4.19 shall apply to lavatory fixtures, vanities, and built-in lavatories. 4.19.2 Height and Clearances.
Lavatories shall be mounted with the rim or counter surface no higher than 34 in (865 mm) above the finish floor. Provide a clearance of at least 29 in (735 mm) above the finish floor to the bottom of the apron. Knee and toe.
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When assessing ADA bathroom layout, the most important thing to be considered is the clear floor space needed in water closets, bathrooms, lavatories and bathroom fixtures. The clear floot space required for a lavatory (sink) is 48″ deep by 30″ minimum. Learn ADA bathroom design requirements for lavatories and showers.
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When working for an ADA compliant bathroom, it is important to have accessible sinks and lavatories for all users of your bathroom (606). Lavatories and sinks have specific height requirements along with their width and depth. Height: ADA accessible sinks surface must be 34 inches (864 mm) maximum above the finished floor or ground surface.