ADA Compliance in the bathroom - Tilt Frame Mirrors, Grab Bars, Shower Seats, Tub Seats

 

ADA Mirror Requirements

Note: The source for the information below is the ADA and ABA Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities as published in the Federal Register July 23, 2004 and amended August 5, 2005. If you would like to see the previous ADA Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities as amended through September, 2002, click here.

Lavatory Clearances

 

Mirrors - Mirrors located above lavatories or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 40 inches (1015 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground. Mirrors not located above lavatories or countertops shall be installed with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 35 inches (890 mm) maximum above the finish floor or ground.