Wallnaut
What are the standard bathroom clearances?
Plan a zone 30 in (760 mm) wide with 21 in (530 mm) clear in front of a toilet, 21 in (530 mm) in front of a vanity, and 30 in (750 mm) along a bath. A mirror's bottom edge usually sits 40–42 in (1000–1070 mm) above the floor.
Bathroom numbers
| Item | Inches | mm |
|---|---|---|
| Clear in front of toilet | 21 | 530 |
| Toilet zone width | 30 | 760 |
| Clear in front of vanity | 21 | 530 |
| Along the bath | 30 | 750 |
| Mirror bottom edge above floor | 40–42 | 1000–1070 |
| Double vanity, minimum width | 48 | 1200 |
| Double vanity, usual width | 60 | 1500 |
Questions
How wide should a double vanity be?
At least 48 in (1200 mm), and usually 60 in (1500 mm).
Draw it at your size
Type the dimensions and download DXF + IFC, with the clearance on its own layer.
These are planning rules of thumb. Check local codes, accessibility rules and manufacturer data for your project.