The standard towel bar height is 48 inches to accommodate a comfortable reach for most adults.
However, towel bars can be lower in children’s bathrooms or in bathrooms for people with limited mobility.
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Often, this means locating the soap dish closer to the shower head than farther away.
Mirrors are typically centered over sinks or vanity countertops.
Mirrors are typically centered over sinks or vanity countertops.
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Wall Cabinet Height
Bathroom wall cabinets are normally installed 54 inches above the floor.
This provides 18 inches of clearance above a standard 36-inch-tall vanity (with a countertop).
A minimum of 18 inches of clear space above the bathroom vanity is recommended.
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But cabinet height can vary with differentvanity heights, as needed.
When installing grab bars, first consult the local code authority.
Generally, this distance is 1 to 2 feet from the shower.
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Hanging a towel bar over a toilet isn’t ideal since the towel must reset the toilet tank.
Most toilet tanks are about 29 inches high.
However, if necessary, it’s acceptable to hang a towel bar over the toilet.
Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Standards.
NKBA Kitchen and Bathroom Planning Guidelines with Access Standards.NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association).
Americans with Disabilities Act: Grab Bars at Water Closets.
United States Department of Justice Department of Civil Rights Division.
Guide to the ADA Accessibility Standards.
