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. A single full-length mirror can accommodate a greater number of people, including children. In order for mirrors to be usable by people who are ambulatory and people who use wheelchairs, the top edge of mirrors should be 74 inches (1880 mm) minimum from the floor or ground.
DDA DESIGNER NOTES In accordance to Clause 15.4.1 of AS 1428.1-2009, a vertical mirror with a reflective surface not less than 350 mm wide shall extend from a height of not more than 900 mm to a height of not less than 1850 mm above the plane of the finished floor. Reflecting on ADA Compliance: ADA bathroom mirror requirements go beyond aesthetics; they are designed to ensure accessibility for individuals with disabilities. These guidelines dictate the height, placement, and clear floor space in front of the mirror to accommodate wheelchair users and those with limited mobility.
Sinks and Mirrors At least one sink and mirror combination per bathroom must be compliant with the latest ADA standards and located outside of a stall. The sink should have a rim height of no more than 34 inches (86.36 cm) above the floor to accommodate wheelchair users. - Mirror - 900 to 1850mm in height and minimum 350mm wide - Shelf - 900 to 1000mm in height, 300 to 400mm in length and minimum 120mm wide (separate fixture) - Dispensers (soap/towel) - 900 to 1100mm from finished floor level (min 500mm from corners) - Clothes hanging device - 1200 to 1350mm from finished floor level (min 500mm.
BS8300 provides detailed diagrams of mirror dimensions which correspond to the drawings in Document M, and specify the following: The accessible mirror height should be set at a maximum of 600 mm above the finished floor level from the base of the mirror. This Doc M mirror size should also be at least 1000 mm tall. Key ADA Bathroom Mirror Requirements: The 40-inch maximum height applies specifically to the bottom edge of the reflecting surface, not the frame.
This distinction is crucial because decorative frames can add several inches, potentially pushing the actual mirror surface out of compliance. Beyond height requirements, consider these additional. The wc pan should be able to accept a toilet seat riser.
A mirror, of width 400mm and height 1000mm, set 600mm above floor, should be provided. A panic cord, coloured red, extending to within 100mm of the floor, should be provided in supervised facilities, so that it is possible to summon help following a fall. Room underneath for footplate and knee clearance.
Fixtures and fittings Mirror width >350mm. Height 1850mm above floor. Shelf adjacent to washbasin as part of vanity or separate fixture.
Soap, paper dispensers etc. 900 to 1100mm, one hand operation. Clothes hanging device located between 1200 to 1350mm from floor.
