The Best Dimensions for Your Kitchen
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To ensure your kitchen is functional, comfortable, and safe, use the following dimensions - all of which are suggested minimums unless otherwise noted.
Countertops: 36" Height, 25" Depth
Drawers: 4+" Height, 22" Depth
Vanity Base: 32-34.5" Height, 18-21" Depth
Medicine Cabinet: 30" Height, 4" Depth
Lower Cabinets (kitchen): 34.5" Height, 24" Depth
Upper Cabinets: 30-42" Height, 12" Depth
Space Between Countertop and Upper Cabinets: 18"
You may have heard of the “perfect triangle” in a kitchen, where your appliances are located at each point of a triangle within your kitchen. For instance, look at the diagram on the right. Each space should be approximately 4-9 feet.
The Best Dimensions for Your Bathroom
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To ensure your bath is functional, comfortable, and safe, use the following dimensions - all of which are suggested minimums unless otherwise noted.
Doorway: 32" Wide
Walkways: at least 36" Wide
Shower: 34"x34" Wide (36"x36" is better)
Tub Controls: 30-34" above the bottom of the tub
Shower Controls: 77-81" from the shower floor
Height of Shower Seat: 17”-19”
Depth of Shower Seat: 15”
Height of Grab Bars (in a shower): 33”-36”
Robe Hook: 60" Height
Vanity Sconces: 60”-72” Height
Distance between sconces (for optimal lighting): 36"-40" Wide
Vanity Height: 30-32" is average , but if you a tall person 34-42" might be better suited for you needs.
Sinks: 15-18" from the center of the sink to the side wall, 36" is best (center to center) from one sink to another sink, and 8" from the edge of a sink and the end of the counter for landing space.
Backsplash: Allow 8" or more from the top of the countertop and the bottom of the medicine cabinet or mirror.
Pedestal Sink: 32-36" Height
Toilet Paper Holder: 26” Height
Distance from Toilet to TP Holder: 8” - 12”from edge to edge
Toilet: 16" from the center of the toilet to an obstruction (cabinet/fixture, etc). Toilet seats are usually 17"-19” above the floor.
Towel Bar: 36" Wide Space, 48" above the floor.
