Locations of ADA Grab Bars
There are three main situations considered when looking at ADA grab bars. The first would be grab bars in toilet rooms/water closets not so much urinals. Additionally there are grab bars in showers and grab bars in bathtubs. Understanding the slight differences between these requirements will make the difference between a compliant bathroom and one that is in violation of the ADA.
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ADA Grab Bar Requirements: Toilet
Compliant grab bars in a water closet used with a toilet have specific width and height requirements. ADA Grab Bar requirements state grab bars must be a minimum width of 36” extending 12” on the closed side and 24” on the open side. Side grab bars must be a minimum width of 42”, be spaced 12” maximum from the rear wall, and must be 54” from the rear wall to the end of the grab bar. The top of the gripping surface must sit at 33” minimum to 36” maximum.
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Toilet Rear Grab Bar
The rear grab bar must be a minimum width of 36” extending 12” on the closed side and 24” on the open side.
Toilet Side Grab Bar
- Side grab bars must be a minimum width of 42”, be spaced 12” maximum from the rear wall, and must be 54” from the rear wall to the end of the grab bar.
