Ada Bathroom Mirror

Ada mirror requirements note.

Ada bathroom mirror.

The innovative design and fabrication method results in a mirror with superior breakage and moisture resistance. Fixed tilt frame mirrors consist of one universal frame mirror and one fixed tilt frame. This is typically achieved through a fixed tilt frame or adjustable brackets. Almost always the mirror will be more than 40 inches above the floor.

The americans with disabilities act ada of 1990 includes specific guidelines for the construction of accessible or ada compliant bathrooms. They can also serve as a general guide for safe user friendly accessible design when ada compliance is not required. The bottom edge of a wall mounted mirror must be mounted no more than 40 inches 1015 mm above the floor. The innovative design and fabrication method results in an ada fixed tilt frame mirrors with superior breakage and moisture resistance.

4 19 3 clear floor space. The source for the information below is the 2010 ada standards for accessible design. The ada mirror requirements insure the reflective surface is accessible to wheelchair bound individuals. Keep in mind that a trash can on the floor for example is a barrier when it comes to someone in a wheelchair reaching for a dispenser mounted above it.

Ada compliant fixed tilt frame mirrors are easy to assemble and install. A clear floor space 30 in by 48 in 760 mm by 1220 mm complying with 4 2 4 shall be provided in front of a lavatory to allow forward approach. Mirrors mirrors located above lavatories or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 40 inches 1015 mm maximum above the finish floor or ground. The standard flat commercial washroom mirror slides readily into the tilt frame.

The ada regulations specify height requirements for installation. These design requirements must be met for most public and commercial bathrooms.