Having an ADA compliant, wheelchair accessible bathroom is vital for people who are wheelchair bound. Sometimes when someone needs to start using a wheelchair, the transition is sudden and unexpected which makes creating an accessible home a little more difficult. However, bathroom remodeling in Tampa companies can work with you to create a plan for your renovation that will be efficient and take care of your needs as quickly as possible.
How to Make a Bathroom Wheelchair Accessible.
There are a few top renovations that need to be considered when completing a bathroom remodeling job in Tampa.
- Wheelchairs need to have enough space to make a 180 degree turn. A space that is at least 60 inches in diameter is necessary for this to happen.
- If your bathroom is at the end of the hallway the doorway must be at least 32 inches wide. When your bathroom is accessible from the side of the hallway, a 36 inch width is required in the doorway to accommodate turning the wheelchair.
- ADA requires toilet rims to be 17-19 inches from the floor; however, the ideal toilet seat will line up exactly with the seat of the wheelchair for easy transition.
- Walk in/roll in showers are one of the best things a bathroom remodeling in Tampa company can install for homeowners needing more accessibility.
- Vertical and horizontal grab bars at the toilet and in the shower are vital to accessibility and bathroom independence for people in wheelchairs.
- The sink in the bathroom should be 34 inches with clearance beneath the bowl for a wheelchair. Lever handles or touchless faucets are also best for accessibility.
When bathroom remodeling you want the best contractors Tampa has to offer to complete your project, especially when accessibility is a priority. When homeowners need wheelchair access to their bathrooms, the Bath & Kitchen Gallery can design a custom floor plan specific to your needs and wants.
If you are ready to start planning your bathroom upgrades, give Bath & Kitchen Gallery of Tampa a call at 813-454-0591.
