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The Essential Bathroom

The Essential Bathroom. Start with full-size bathroom on main level. Essential Features ( universal design features). Open floor space (5-foot turning circle) 32 inch doorway (preferably 36) Shower (usually) or tub. This. Not this. Open floor space & wide doorways.

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The Essential Bathroom

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  1. The Essential Bathroom

  2. Start with full-size bathroom on main level

  3. Essential Features (universal design features) • Open floor space (5-foot turning circle) • 32 inch doorway (preferably 36) • Shower (usually) or tub

  4. This Not this Open floor space & wide doorways Impossible for wheelchair users Spaciousfor family & guests

  5. Shower usually more convenient than tub 36 x 36 size -- easy to reach controls from seated position Can sit or stand to shower Shower (36” x 36”) Adjustable shower head Removable seat

  6. Hand-held adjustable shower head Faucet controls off-set for easy reaching from outside tub Anti-scald controls Bathtub Alternative

  7. The Extras Other universal design features to add convenience and comfort

  8. The Extras • Lowered mirror • Non-slip flooring • Removable base cabinet front • Continuous flooring under lavatory • Raised toilet

  9. Color contrast between counter & sink Single-lever faucet Large, low mirror Low energy nightlight The Sink

  10. Gadgets & Gizmos • Shampoo & soap dispenser • Easy-change toilet tissue holder

  11. Plan for the future By including universal design features now, you won’t be forced to move or remodel if needs change in future.

  12. Convenient now—and in future Open knee space for seated users

  13. Open knee space under counter • Convenient for wheelchair or seated users • Electronic faucet – no handles to turn • Large, low mirror • Lighting from top to bottom

  14. Grab bars can be added later • Fold-down grab bar Grab bar in vertical position 

  15. Remodeling an existing bathroom for wheelchair users • Tub with transfer seating area • “Transfer shower” (36” x 36”) • Tub replacement shower (36 x 60”) • Roll-in shower (60” x 60”)

  16. No remodeling required Remove existing toilet seat & bolt on lifter Plug into electrical outlet Push button to raise & lower seat Electronic toilet seat lifter

  17. For more information on bathrooms • Iowa State University Extension Web Site on Universal Design & Home Accessibility: • www.extension.iastate.edu/universaldesign • Visit Universal Design Learning Laboratory on ISU campus: • Call 515-294-6568 to make appointment

  18. Prepared by Mary H. YearnsExtension Housing SpecialistIowa State Universitywith a grant from the Iowa Department of Elder AffairsRevised, August 2008 Issued in furtherance of Cooperative Extension work, Acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Stanley R. Johnson, director, Cooperative Extension Service, Iowa State University of Science and Technology, Ames, Iowa. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Many materials can be made available in alternative formats for ADA clients. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call 202-720-5964. UDBL.PP 1

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