Introduction: barrier free bathroom design for the disabled

Introduction: barrier free bathroom design for the disabled

When we are enjoying life, there are still a group of people who have no sound body and even have obstacles in daily life. So for this kind of family, our decoration should more reflect the humanized design, the barrier free bathroom design for the disabled, can let them better enjoy the comfortable home life. So what should we do for barrier free bathroom design? Let's make a comprehensive analysis. God loves everyone, and we should love everyone in need with love.

1、 Bathroom space: not too small

For families with disabled people, the bathroom area should not be too small. Especially for the disabled who need to use the wheelchair, the free area of the bathroom should be enough for the wheelchair to rotate inside, and the minimum area should not be less than 2mx1.3m or 1.80m x 1.80m.

2、 Bathroom door: sufficient width

For wheelchair users, the door of bathroom should allow wheelchair to pass smoothly. Its width shall not be too small, generally not less than 0.9m. When the open door is used in the bathroom, the door leaf shall be opened outwards, and the passage width after the door leaf is opened shall not be less than 0.8m. The door opening handle shall preferably be a horizontal handle, and a door closing handle shall be set inside the door leaf.

3、 Bathroom floor: antiskid is the key

Because disabled people usually use crutches or wheelchairs to move, if the ground is too smooth, it is easy to fall. When the floor of the bathroom is decorated, it is best to choose the floor tiles and anti-skid pads with patterns and good anti-skid performance. At the same time, ensure that the ground is flat without height difference, floor drain drainage is smooth, and the ground does not accumulate water.

4、 Safety grab bar is indispensable

In the bathroom for the disabled, it is better to install some safety grab bars to support them and facilitate their movement. The height of the safety grab bar shall be determined according to the physical conditions of the disabled. The grab bar shall be firmly installed and can bear the weight of the body.

5、 Call button is recommended

For normal people, bathroom is easy to slip and other accidents, not to mention disabled people with physical inconvenience. If the disabled are in danger in the bathroom and cannot be treated in time, it is easy to have more serious situation. Therefore, it is recommended to install the emergency call button in the bathroom. The installation of call button involves weak current wiring, which needs to be considered before circuit design. At the same time, the height of the call button should not be too high, generally 40-50cm from the ground.