Wash Basin Accessories

• Washbasins and vanity counters should have a knee space beneath
• Should be a minimum 800 mm wide and 1400 mm deep clear floor space in front of accessible washbasins

Accessories

• In general accessories should have operable portions between 900-1200mm above floor.

Faucets

• Faucets should be electronically controlled or have a single long lever-style handle that is operable with a clenched fist.
• Faucets should not self-close
• Hot water and drain pipes beneath accessible washbasins should be insulated.

Dimensions

• Top of washbasin: 850mm from floor
• Centre line of wash basin to closest wall – 450mm minimum
• Centre line of faucet to edge of wash basin: 500mm maximum
• Height of dispensers and dryers: maximum 1200mm above floor
• Mirror height: 1000mm maximum above floor