The standard height of the sink in the bathroom: the distance from the floor rules

When planning the installation of plumbing in residential buildings, apartments, public institutions are initially recognized standards as laid down in the SNIP and GOST. But if, for government agencies, these rules remain unchanged, the private villas, cottages, mansions, other monasteries, shell height in the bathroom and other plumbing fixtures selected by the owner. He decides to follow the rules or not.

For kids, teens, adults need a different level of the cup-shaped object that is taken into account in kindergartens, schools, hospitals and other municipal organizations. In his own corner, where the family and all its members are of all ages, to select the optimal distance from the floor element, satisfying all households.

Types of shells according to the process setting / mounting

Plumbing market annually updated with new models with shells enhanced features unusual design, color. Having decided to repair, it is better to change and porcelain fixtures. Selecting the shells huge. Each product has the features of the installation. Before buying you must take into account the material walls, the possibility of drilling, laying of new communications and other factors affecting the long-lasting, reliable performance. Bowl should fix as rigidly as possible. For each model there is a separate type of mounting.

on the pedestal

Otherwise, wash basin on a pedestal called "tulip" because of the similarity with the full assembly to the flower. This variant of fasteners suitable for any bathroom design. In this case, absolutely it does not matter the quality of the walls, the type of coating, because the shell does not need to hang up. As support will perform her leg. You can select any location the podium, to hide him pipes, communication, wall defects. Such embodiment makes installation WC nice and neat.

Variants of registration of supports can be very different - square, circular, polygonal. Any of pedestals securely holds the sink, it complies with the rules of ergonomics, despite the lack of opportunities to use the space under the bowl. With the installation of sinks "tulip" can deal with alone.

False

Considered to be the most popular models. Set right next to the wall using brackets or studs. Hanging sinks are made from different materials, but it is better to choose lighter products, for example, ceramics, stainless steel. Heavy shells made of natural stone is difficult to securely fix.

There are many models of suspended basins. The familiar shape - oval, round. This is the safest option. Timeless for families with young children. If the area allows, you can set a rectangular bowl with stand along the wall. For toilets in a certain style, you can order a sink design of any size and shapes - spherical, conical, triangular.

Standard suspension model width are divided into three types: compact - up to 55 cm, medium - 55-60 cm long - 60 cm. If the shell is simply replaced by the new, should take into account the dimensions and characteristics of the hole for the mixer. fixation method to the wall depends on its carrying capacity. Attached to the wall sinks are in the following ways:

• On the studs. For wall mounted with metal plate fasteners. On it is mounted by means of rods bowl;
• Brackets. A more reliable option. The design supports the shell from all sides. It may be monolithic, welded steel, bow type;
• Frame. Built under the item of sanitary ware and grasping it with both sides. The frame may be conventional fixing or sliding.

With pedestal

Sink pedestal has many advantages. The main advantage of the model - the rational use of space. Each of these washes, even overall, will look compact and organic in any interior. Washbasins, Sets of tables can be divided into the following types:

• Floor. Strong, simple and reliable construction. The cabinet provides plenty of shelves to store a lot of things, shopping for clothes, drawers. Furniture easily mounted along a straight wall. It can be of various shapes, colors, design;
• Wall. Weighty structure suspended type installed only on a solid wall. For mounting the fastening elements require more than usual;
• Corner. Suitable for small spaces. When you select should be noted that the angle in the bathroom should be exactly 90 °, the product will be unstable otherwise.

Some models of shells with tables require additional fastening to the wall. It may be screws or special adhesive. Wall models can be used special metal stand.

countertop

Sanitary products with installation on the table can be of various types. Built-in sink - a high-tech device. In the neighborhood at the same plane may be several vials for various purposes. Mortice models have an aesthetic appearance, especially if made of materials such as granite, artificial stone, polymer concrete. When installing the sink edges go under the countertop material. For fixing screw clamps are used. The size and number of brackets depends on the shape, the weight of the product. Simple washing bill is retained on the surface by projecting ledges.

Overhead on the sink countertop differ by type of material and form. These factors influence the performance characteristics and appearance of products. When you select the cup should be noted that the outer and inner surface thereof will always be in sight. They are made of ceramic, stone, glass. For exquisite antique interiors can be found copper, brass products. Installation is to install a washer on a horizontal surface, wherein the slotted hole and draining the mixer.

On the washing machine

Perfect solution for small rooms, shared bathrooms. The main objective of the combination washing machine and sink - saving scarce space. Such a method will allow to place all the necessary items in the toilet or bathroom. Sometimes it is necessary, as in the other room is a technique impossible.

Appearance of such shells is different from the usual products. Basically, they are flat, have the shape of lilies. For them need a special mount and a non-standard trap. The design assumes the side and rear drain. Some models of sinks have no holes for the mixer. The manufacturer suggests that it will be mounted to the wall. For security purposes, all products are equipped with drain and overflow system.

Can be installed quickly and easily, if you follow some rules. Installation begins with the shell. To put it better on the brackets and special hooks. Flexible plastic hoses must not touch the washing machine, because its vibration to quickly break the tightness at the joints.

With adjustable height

Designed for people with disabilities, who are forced to move in a special chair. Such a person can operate the hoist pneumatic or mechanical means. Often these structures installed in hospitals, but it is possible to equip the house of bath.

Sink for adjustable fit any design. It must be installed on bolts and have rounded edges. Every manufacturer of these products gives them special characteristics. This may be a ready-made kit or fully assembled structure. Power frame in all types of sinks attached to the wall. height adjustment occurs by pressing a button or moving the lever. The shell is lowered to 20 - 40 cm, depending on the design dimensions.

General recommendations for the installation of sinks

Manufacturers shells offer a choice of a lot of different options. Each different sizes, height, mounting means. Choose the right product to follow these guidelines:

• When purchasing products for the bath and fasteners necessary to ensure their compatibility;
• Change the height of tulip shells can, at its discretion - to cut off part of the leg, or set the construction of the stand;
• Washbasin above the washing machine can be installed if the equipment does not exceed 70 cm;
• supply and drain pipes in the sink on a bedside table should be sewn into a special box;
• Select the size and type of sink is necessary in view of the dimensions of the room.

Sockets in the bathroom should be installed at a maximum distance from the shell. Electrical wires must be well insulated.

installation regulations in accordance with GOST and SNIP

In Soviet times it was created and established a lot of state standards, building codes, which define the rules for the installation of different plumbing. In this case, the rules are now. Consider the basic options for mounting according to the existing approved documentation:

Type of product	Title of the standard
Internal sanitary systems	Kindergartens	Sinks and wash basins, steel and enameled steel brackets for sinks	Ceramic sanitary ware
SNIP 3.05.01-85 p. 3.15	SNP II-64-80 p.4.7	GOST 24843-81 Annex 1.2	GOST 30493-2017 p. 3.3.6
The installation height of the net to the top level of the floor board, mm
In residential, public and industrial buildings	In schools and children's hospitals	The nursery groups	In pre-school groups
washing facilities	800	700	400	500
Sinks	850	850	850
Ceramic pedestal washbasin	800

There are also other more recent documents such as SP 73.13330.2012 (actualized edition SNIP 3.05.01-85), which are specified in paragraph 6.3.4 of the same characteristics as the primary source.

How to determine the optimum height and does not follow the standards

In most cases installing a bowl made in accordance with regulatory verified data, it is not satisfactory from the side members. Manufacturers also produce their products, taking into account the established norms. But if the standard subject for some reason are not satisfied man, for a comfortable use is possible to raise or lower it.

Depending on human growth, the optimum height of the sink installation, the range can be viewed in the following table:

Height	140	145	150	155	160	165	170	175	180	185	190	195	200
The optimum height of the shell, see	85	90	90	95	95	100	100	105	110	110	115	120	125

For a family in which all its members are of different height, to determine the optimal distance in several ways:

1. If the house is home to a few people (in the calculations are not involved kids of preschool age), it is possible to lay down their growth together, and then divided by the number of tenants. Based on the obtained values ​​of average height to choose the required level. In this case, use the subject to be all equally convenient.
2. A more accurate version. Given the fact that the sink should be located at a distance of 10-15 cm from the elbow joint, it is necessary to make measurements and know the distance from the elbow to the floor at each household, and then calculate the mean value from which to subtract the above value.

Families with young children, living in his own house with a spacious bathroom, can install an additional sink for children. Those who are less fortunate, their room for bathing is limited in size, can buy special cabinets in which provides a retractable step, or use a regular stand to kids was convenient to wash.

Installing the shell with respect to other devices

Determining the height of a very important parameter, but also should take into account the need to provide a space in front of it for easy and safe use of the equipment. This index ranges from 53-76 cm. The minimum optimal distance is 60 cm.

To wall minimum distance from the central axis of the article should be 35 cm. When two shells should be noted that while the use of each of objects user comfort is required, so the gap between the center of the structure must be at least 90 cm. It is also necessary to consider the following recommendations:

• Mirror should be placed on the product is indented 20 cm;
• Shelves for towels must be placed at a distance of 60-70 cm, which will reach them easily;
• Stand for toothbrushes, a bar of soap, the dispenser for liquid soap is better positioned above the washbasin 30-40 cm at the sides of the mirror, departing from it of 5-10 cm;
• The minimum distance from the lateral edge of the sink to the toilet, bidet, bath, shower should be 30 cm from the front side of at least 60 cm;
• gap to electrical appliances, sockets - not less than 60 cm.

Recommendations for selecting and installing mixers

The construction market offers a wide range of different basin mixer. They may differ in the way of management, whether dvuhventilnye, odnozahvatnye, electronically controlled, have a different shape of the spout, appearance. Everyone defines for itself what product he needs. However, to make the right choice, it is required to pay attention to certain conditions:

• The length of the spout. It is necessary to choose a product with such a length parameter that water, when fully open valves, flowed directly to the bottom of the basin or drain valve does not fall on its walls.
• The height of the spout. Depending on how a person uses the sink, as well as its type, select the object height. If a mixer will be to wash your hands, your toothbrush, it is sufficient to install the device with low or medium spout. Those who use a cup more intensively, for example, wash the head, tempted babies, wash the dust from the shoes will need a high spout.
• Matching design. The easiest way - to buy a product from one company. But if this is not possible, it should be visually make the choice to bring one item to another. It should take into account the fact that the shells to a rounded shape better to choose a faucet with similar outline to the angular variants - a model with right angles.

Secure mixer bowl over several ways: at the front, on the pipes, on the edge, on the wall. When working, it is desirable to take into account the following points:

• Before starting work, you should decide the height of installation, from which will depend on the comfort.
• Provide for the possibility of rotation of the crane from the sink in the bath.
• It is necessary to choose the best location for mounting, without destroying the finish of the walls. For example, it is not recommended to install fasteners on the edges of the tiles.
• The best result is obtained if the product is installed to combine the requirements set out in the regulations, with the wishes of the owner of the equipment.

Tips for Choosing a sink for the bathroom

When buying a new sink, you should consider some of the nuances. Sink - an essential element bathroom, immediately catches the eye, so should be in harmony with the overall style of the interior. Should pay attention to the following characteristics:

• Dimensions. Standard sink 60x40 cm. This is the best option for ergonomics and functionality. European standard is slightly smaller. That operation did not deliver problems require accurate calculations. Washbasin size depends on the area, features bathrooms;
• The depth of the cup. The volume of the shell should be selected on the basis of its destination. mini-sink approach to a guest toilet, a rare hand-washing and washing, to a depth of 10 cm. When choosing the main basin can be guided by hand length. The greater the depth, the smaller the spray;
• Material. It depends entirely on the stylistic trends and personal preferences. If from the usual ceramic decided to give up, it is worth considering that the metal emits a loud sound when you hit the water, granite, marble products have to be hung on the special fasteners.

conclusion

From experience it is clear that not all people are suitable legal regulations. When you install the sink in a private house or apartment, each owner can independently determine the location of the object height, his view, the relationship with other plumbing elements and nodes.