Guidelines for Bathroom Installation

There are a number of common errors observed from most of the bathroom installation. Here is a list of those errors:

Ignoring or violating local code restrictions

Employing pipes that are too small

Attaching copper to galvanized without employing a brass or dielectric fitting between the two

Not considering Teflon tape or pipe compound especially at threaded joints

Not installing an air gap filling for fixtures

Not properly aligning tubing into fitting or stop valves

Cutting supply stub outs too short to install the shutoff valves onto after the finished wall is in place

Not leveling fixtures when installing them

Here are some of the recommended guidelines to take note of:

 

Bathroom Fixtures

As opposed to a conventional toilet which is about 14 to 15 inches above the floor, you can employ accessible toilets which are designed and developed so that the seat is between 17 to 19 inches above the floor. For the sink, you may want to make sure that the rim is no higher than 34 inches above the floor. Aside from that, the sinks should extend out at least 17 inches from the rear wall, and the area under the sink must be opened with a clearance of at least 29 inches starting from the floor to the bottom of the sink. If in case you want your sink to be installed in a countertop, consider putting it no more than 2 inches from the side of the counter. According to some experts, this promotes maximum accessibility. In addition, you can employ a protective boot over the water lines and trap underneath the sink to prevent contact. Use a single-handle, lever-style faucet that is easily operated with one closed fist.

 

 

Grab Bars

Perhaps one of the wonderful features in just about any bathroom is the grab bars. These even make the bathroom safer and more convenient for anyone to use. Well, it is worth noting that if you are installing a horizontal grab bar, it should be positioned on the wall behind the toilet. You can install another one on the closet sidewall adjacent to the toilet. Also, the grab bars should be placed inside bathtub as well as shower enclosures. If you are remodeling or installing new and the walls in the room are open, make sure to provide wood blocking in the walls. This will allow simplification of the grab bars’ attachment.

Okay, enough about those guidelines. Let us now proceed to some steps to install your shower or bathtub.



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Bathroom Accessories
Bath Accessories Chrome
Chrome Towel Rings
Tissue Paper Holders
Bath Accessories Robe Hooks
Towel Rings Polished Chrome
Brushed Nickel Accessories
Nickel Towel Bars, Hooks
Towel Rings Brushed Nickel
Oil Rubbed Bronze
Towel Ring Bronze

Shower Faucets
Polished Chrome Faucets
Pressure Balanced Faucet
Wall Mount Showers
Brushed Nickel
Shower Faucet Washerless
Oil Rubbed Bronze

Kitchen Faucets
Pull-Down Kitchen Faucets
Kitchen Faucets With Spray
Two Holes Kitchen Faucets
Brushed Nickel
Washerless Nickel Faucets
Ceramic Disc Deluxe Faucets
Oil Rubbed Bronze Faucets

Lavatory Faucets
Decorative Lavatory Faucet
Cross Handles Faucets
Premier Widespread Faucets
Chrome/Polished Brass
Bar Faucets Chrome
Antique Brass Faucets
Brushed Nickel
Widespread Nickel Faucet
Oil Rubbed Bronze


Massage Panels
Shower Panels Towers

Mosaics Tiles
Beige Marble Look Tiles
Decorative Porcelain Patterns

Roman Tub Faucets
Chrome Tub Faucets
Brushed Nickel Faucets
Oil Rubbed Bronze

Multi Shower Systems
Shower Spray Systems
Shower Hoses Chrome

Bathroom Vanities
Modern Bath Vanities
Double Bathroom Vanities
Contemporary Double Bowl Vanity
Traditional Bath Vanities
Travertine Single Sink Vanities
Bathroom LED Lighted Vanity
Bathroom Stone Counter Tops
Bathroom Double Vessel Sink

Shower Enclosures
Faucets

Bathroom Sinks
Bath Ceramic Sinks
Bathroom Pedestal Sinks
Round Vessel Sinks Pop-up
Glass Vessel Vanity Sinks
Stone Sinks
Marble Basin Sinks