Height of the washbasin in the bathroom. Correct calculations of the shell installation in height

It is impossible to imagine a bathroom without a sink. It is just as indispensable as a bed in a bedroom or a dining table in the kitchen. But if the bed and table at any time can be moved to another place, then when installing the washbasin it is necessary to determine in advance the optimum height for its placement. The convenient height of the washbasin in the bathroom will allow all family members to feel comfortable when using it. But it is the comfort we are trying to achieve in our home.

The answer to this question is very simple: a person with washing should feel comfortable. It is for this reason that it is necessary to install a sink, taking into account its physiological characteristics. If the sink is installed incorrectly, it will be uncomfortable for all family members. And in the bathroom there will never be a feeling of coziness. Morning and evening procedures in the bathroom occur in order for a person to relax after a hard day or, conversely, cheer up in the morning. If washing nothing but irritation and discomfort does not bring, then nothing useful will come of it.

Suspended washbasin

Common standards

Builders are unlikely to think about at what height the use of the washbasin will be most comfortable. They simply install the sinks in the apartments in accordance with generally accepted standards. Given that last changes   these documents were introduced quite a long time (or never made), we can safely say that the standards are outdated. Prove it easily with just one single fact: over the past few decades, the average person's growth has increased. This is proved by numerous studies. At least for this reason the standard height of the washbasin in the bathroom should also be increased.

In addition, it is worth knowing that according to the standards of the shell set at 70-75 cm above the floor. Approximately the same size is the height of a conventional writing or dining table. That is, if people were washing themselves sitting, they would be quite comfortable, but they are doing it standing up!

Optimum washbasin height

Unfortunately, many people do not think about convenience when doing repairs in the bathroom, preferring to leave everything as it was before. But we have already found out that the standards are not convenient and can be the cause of unpleasant emotions and sensations. If you still decided to ignore state standards and install a sink in accordance with your personal needs, then you need to know how to correctly calculate the height of its location.

How to correctly set the height of the washbasin

To calculate, you need to know that the hand is optimally located on any surface, if it (the brush) is 10 cm below the level of the elbow. In men, the average height of the elbow is 1.05 m, for women it is slightly less. It was estimated that the average value of this indicator is 91 cm. So approximately at this level and should be installed washbasin in the bathroom.

Consequences of improper installation of the sink

If it is located below the optimal height, then the person will have to bend down for washing too low. This can cause discomfort or even pain in the spine and back muscles. In addition, most people have a shelf over the sink, and a too low slope can cause a person to just hit her forehead and get an unpleasant injury. If the shell will hang higher, then it will have to drag on (especially to children), which will also be very inconvenient. Of course, you can substitute a small stool or a bench, but it can also be traumatic.

By the way, for children it is possible to install a sink with the possibility of height adjustment. But unfortunately, such models can very rarely be found in sanitary ware shops and, most likely, will have to make an individual order.

Varieties of shells

Height of the washbasin in the bathroom from the floor

In sanitary ware shops, you can find a huge number of models at various costs, but they can all be divided into the following parameters:

• the depth of the bowl;
• diameter of bowl;
• method of attachment;
• the presence or absence of a stand.

These parameters are very important for installation. For example, a deep sink, installed in accordance with the calculations, can still be uncomfortable because of the high sides.

Ways of installation of a washstand

We fix the pendant washbasin

There are several ways to install a sink:

1. The most common option is to attach the sink to the brackets. For its implementation, it is necessary to make precise measurements, to mark on the wall at the level of the optimum label height. In this case, it is necessary to take into account the thickness of the washbasin. If a shell of the wrong geometric shape is chosen, then the average value is taken as the thickness. When these actions are performed and all the values ​​are checked again, you can proceed to drill holes. Then in the holes it will be necessary to insert the dowels and fix the brackets. And the final stage of work: fixing the washbasin and installing sanitary ware. If necessary, you can hide communications in the wall or close them with some element of the interior. Do not forget to cover the gap between the sink and the wall sealant, otherwise the water entering the gap will lead to unpleasant consequences.
2. The second way to install the shells is to mount it on a pedestal. It should be noted that this option is used much less often. Perhaps the reason for this lies in the fact that the pedestal is absolutely non-functional. It is more of an ornament than it does any good. Although with his help you can successfully hide all communications. The disadvantage of this method is that the manufacturers of pedestals almost never make them above the standard 50 cm. That is, to install a sink at the optimal height, you will have to make an additional step or order a pedestal individually. Both these options are threatening with increased costs for repairs in the bathroom.
3. An easier way than the above is to install a washbasin on the curb. Dimensions thumbs more diverse, so pick up optimal model   will be much simpler. With this method, there is no need to install brackets, which also simplifies the installation procedure. Height installed shell   here it will be practically equal to or slightly higher than the height of the curbstone, that is, the height of the curbstone should be approximately equal to the calculated value of the optimum height.
4. And last but not least, it is worth describing the least feasible option - the installation of a sink with a height adjustment mechanism. Screw spikes are used for installation. As an option, you can hang the sink to the ceiling on the ropes. In this case, even a child can easily set the desired height, just by turning the handle or sliding the lever.

If the height is not selected correctly

Many owners still underestimate the consequences of improper installation of the washbasin. Specifically for them, we will try to describe everything that could be threatened by incorrect determination of the optimal height.

Washbasin height

So, if the sink is set low:

• with frequent inclinations and prolonged standing in an uncomfortable position, pains in the muscles of the back and spine may appear;
• there is the possibility of hitting a shelf hanging over a sink and getting injured;
• when washing, a person feels uncomfortable;
• under too low a washstand can not be put washing machine, a basket for dirty laundry or other attributes required for the bathroom. This is especially acute in very small rooms, where it is worth saving every millimeter of free space.

If the washbasin is set too high:

• children will not be comfortable using it. As a result, the child will be very reluctant to perform hygienic procedures, to be capricious or to perform them poorly and in a hurry;
• will have to substitute for the child a stool, which can lead to falls and injuries. To avoid this, parents will always need to be present in the bathroom with the baby, which will slow the development of his independence;
• for convenience, the person who is washing will reach for the sink, leaning on it, thereby increasing the likelihood of its breakage or breakage of the fastenings.

As you can see, the installation of a washbasin in the bathroom at the optimum height is very important for the comfort and health of all family members. That is why it is recommended that you plan in advance the installation option and calculate the indicators. Then after the repair, you can safely say that visiting your bathroom brings only positive emotions, it is convenient for adults and children.

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When carrying out repairs in the bathroom, it usually becomes necessary to dismantle and reinstall the sanitary equipment. At the same time, many homeowners prefer to install new shells with their own hands. But in order to realize the necessary repair work, you need to know what should be the height of the installation of the sink in the bathroom.

From the type of sanitary ware depends on the options for installing sinks. Having decided to install a plumbing product, you will certainly come across many questions. How to strengthen the sink? Which washstand device is reliable? Which wash basin will be the most practical and durable? How to install

The sanitary equipment considered differs in type of attachment, so the installation of a washbasin in a bathroom of different types will also be different.

Kinds of sanitary products by type of installation

On photo hinged and embedded bathroom sink

1. Wall sinks   - the most widespread kind. Do not require the presence of furniture accessories, such as mortise. In order to close the unpresentable type of communication, they are often covered with a pedestal. Installation of this type of washing is convenient, if there is no other way to hide the sewer and water pipes.
2. Furniture washbasins.   Washbasins of this kind are sold together with a bath room in this case requires only the installation of furniture and connection to the sewage and water supply, or separately, and then the wash basin must be installed on the curb or table independently. By the method of installation can be divided into two main types:
   • Mortise washbasins.   Plumbing of this type is often mounted in the countertops. The bracket for the washbasin has an L-shaped view, by means of which the mortise-type washbasin is fixed to the bottom of the countertop from the bottom. All the seams after installation are necessarily sealed, so that water does not fall under the countertop.
   • Overhead sinks.   Before you make a sink and buy new equipment, you need to take into account that most models of the overhead type do not have apertures for mixers. Therefore, fixing the sink in the bathroom is accompanied by a separate installation of the mixer in the countertop.

It should be borne in mind that the installation of the sink is a complex process, not only patience and accuracy are required, but also some professional skills.

Determination of the height of the installation of the sanitary device

Standard size for washbasin installation

From the fact that the height of the sink, the convenience of using sanitary ware depends on everyone living in the room.

When starting work, it is necessary to strive, that in the end, the height of fixing the shell should be comfortable for all members of the family. For this reason, determining this parameter is not so easy.

In such situations it is necessary to take into account all the nuances and find the best compromise solution. Not so long ago, the height of the washbasin was determined by the generally accepted practice, according to which this parameter varied in the range of 77-85 cm. According to modern normative documentation, the standard height of the washbasin in the bathroom in this situation should be 85-94 cm from the floor.

But the question arose, what is the height of the washbasin should be in the bathroom if people of different ages live in the house?

Reference: The normative documents regulating the height of plumbing fixtures show that the optimal height of the sink for adults is approximately 0.8 m to the sides of the product, for children 0.6 m, and for adolescents 0.7 m.

When installing mortise plumbing and products on the pedestal, you can not adjust the height. In these cases, only the factory parameters are used, in which the height of the shell suspension will vary from 80 to 87 cm.

Dismantling of old sanitary equipment

We cover the water and remove the old sink

In order to install a new plumbing, it is worth answering the question of how to remove a sink in a bathroom that has become unusable. The process is simple and involves the following steps:

• Before installing the sink, you need to remove the old plumbing. First, remove the mixer (if the mortise version is installed in the sink). It is necessary to unscrew the nut with which it is secured. After that, the water supply can be disconnected, and then simply remove the equipment;
• Next, it is necessary to dismantle the old siphon: from the underside of the sink the nut from the drain pipe is loosened, then the siphon is removed;
• At the final stage, the replacement of the shell requires the removal of obsolete equipment from brackets, pedestals and other supports.

Installation of cantilever sinks

Console washers are attached to the wall

Before changing the sink in the bathroom, you need to cut off the water. Then you can start repair work.

The installation of a cantilever washbasin is widespread, due to the simplicity of the installation process. Therefore, plumbing equipment of this type can easily be installed without the involvement of specialists. The video clearly demonstrates how to install a washbasin in the bathroom.

Stages of equipment installation:

• The height of the washbasin in the bathroom plays a very important role. Therefore, first you need to apply the markup. At a certain height from the floor, it is necessary to outline the line, horizontally the floor, in the intended installation place with the help of a level. What is the standard, see above. Then draw two vertical lines, perpendicular to the horizontal markings, along the width of the washbasin itself;
• Fasteners try on the sink, then mark the location of the holes on the wall;
• In the designated places make holes in which the dowels are screwed and the brackets are screwed;
• Since it is not easy to mount a sink in the bathroom on the hangers yourself because of the weight of the product, ask for help from household members who will help hang the equipment on the fasteners;
• Then connect the siphon and mixer.

After installation, check the fixing quality. The sink must not move away from the walls or stagger.

Installation of mortise washers

Cutouts on the table top must strictly correspond to the inside dimensions of the sink

Installation of a washbasin of an embedded type occurs in the cutouts of furniture accessories. Also, the washbasin can be "drowned" in a bedside table or simply placed on a flat surface

The height of the sink in the bathroom will depend on the parameters of the furniture on which the plumbing is installed. In this case, the mixers are fixed either to the sink, or to the countertop. Sometimes it is placed on decorative supports.

First, the sink is installed in special cutouts on the furniture, then connect the siphon and mixer. How to connect the sink to the communication, is told above - everything is the same as the console type of sanitary ware.

Important! Cutouts on furniture should strictly correspond to the width of the sanitary ware, since the shell must be secured in a qualitative way so that it does not stagger. After all, the durability of the equipment will largely depend on the correct installation.

The photo demonstrates how to install washbasins of built-in type.

Installation of plumbing on the pedestal

Plumbing on the pedestal hides the layout elements

The design of the sink on the pedestal will depend on the model of the product, and therefore the mounting options may vary. To begin with it is necessary to understand how to hang a sink in the bathroom, if the pedestal is used only as a decoration.

• It is necessary to dismantle the shell, which has become unusable.
• If you want the washbasin next to the bathtub to be installed near the wall, you need to mark the places for fixing the equipment.
• Then drill the holes for the brackets, then plug the plugs or dowels and screw the washbasin. Given the standard height, the sink must be mounted at a height of 85-93 cm from the floor.
• Before fixing the washbasin, you need to put special rubber rings on the screws.

Important! To tighten them strongly is not necessary, otherwise you can break the thread - the main thing is that the plumbing is not dangling.

The sink in the corner of the bathroom is often installed on the pedestal. A socket of pipes for a tap is mounted at a height of 0.5 m from the floor. In this situation, replace the sink easily, because the new equipment is attached to the wall in a standard way. After this, a semi-pedestal is mounted, according to the manufacturer's instructions.

The location of the sink on the pedestal will be a good alternative to console products. If the walls are not strong enough and you can not install fasteners in them, you can use models of washbasins in which all the load will fall on the pedestal.

Conclusion

All works on connecting the sinks to the communications are made according to the algorithm already described above. As you can see, there are no special difficulties during installation. Now you know how to put a sink in the bathroom and make an independent transfer of the sink from one place of the bathroom to another without the help of professionals. To get it right, you need to make the most of efforts and efforts, then you will certainly be satisfied with the results of the work.

Alexandra (Krasnoyarsk)

And what should be the height of fixing the sink from the floor, are there any standards?

Washbasin installation standards

Many people in the repair often ask the question on what height it is necessary to install a sink in the bathroom - this question is not often discussed. And yet this is one of the key issues, because all members of the family are of different sizes, and the washbasin needs to be installed so that everyone is comfortable.

The height of the washbasin in the bathroom is not a matter of interior design, but of the comfort of family members

There are generally accepted standards developed for institutions, such as pre-school children's institutions, schools, universities. Based on the normative documents, the baby sink should be placed no higher than 55-60 cm from the floor level, while for teenagers this height is 65-70, and for an adult person a height of not less than 80 cm is provided.

However, if people of different ages live in the family, then it is necessary to seek the best option, since the installation of several shells is often impossible and inexpedient.

Compromise solutions

Of course, the ideal option is to install a sink with the possibility of height adjustment. However, in practice, such solutions are used so far rather rarely, because it involves many difficulties in the construction of the structure and quite high costs. As a rule, this solution is realized with the help of hanging shells fixed to the wall with special brackets and devices. With the usual fastening of hanging shells, experts advise to take into account that for men the optimum height ranges from 94 cm to 102 cm, while for women from 82 cm to 93 cm. If the house is constantly inhabited by representatives of two floors, it is best to place the wash basin on height from 86 cm to 93 cm.

Scheme: installation height of the sink

Attention. If the installed washbasin is a "tulip", then it is not necessary to talk about its height adjustment, because these products are supplied with standard parameters and sizes. Most often the height of the "tulip" is from 80 cm to 85 cm.

The option of installing a sink on special curbstones also depends largely on the height and design of the curbstone itself and makes the sink unregulated in height. However, if the pedestal design provides legs, you can try to raise or lower the sink by adjusting the height of the legs or removing them completely.

Sink-tulip

If there are children in the house, it is not necessary to set the sink much lower than the standards, because performing hygienic procedures in a bent form gives an extra burden on the adult spine. Solve this problem by installing special steps or pedestals for children, with which they can climb to a sufficient height, to comfortably wash their hands or brush their teeth.

Most often the washbasin zone is the main zone of the bathroom. This is due to the fact that the typical bathrooms have a small size, because the space under the washbasin and above it try to use the maximum. These features can also be reflected at the height of the washbasin, as many people try to place under it not only a curb, but also a washing machine. Compact machines are about 70 cm high. But it should be noted that there must be a mandatory gap between the washbasin and the machine so that the unit does not damage the sink when it vibrates and does not scratch its own plastic coating. In this case, the height of the shell will be just above 100 cm.

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Optimal height of the sink for the bathroom

To date, plumbing manufacturers provide the consumer with all kinds of bathroom sinks, which differ in shape, color, design, material of manufacture, design, surface, and other numerous parameters. Thus, each potential buyer can choose exactly what corresponds to his taste and desires.

However, when choosing a washbasin model for a bathroom, it is necessary not to forget about such a nuance as convenience and comfort. So, how a bathroom sink can be the most durable, the most fashionable and the best, but if it is inconvenient to use (too low attached or too high, hinders the passage, etc.), then the price for its aesthetic characteristics and matching with the style of the bathroom room, if not can provide comfortable use.

Thus, when choosing a washbasin for a bathroom it is necessary not to forget that the model should not only be elegant and beautiful, but also comfortable, as family members will use it every day. Therefore, when choosing a model, it is necessary to take into account its width, depth, and also the expected installation height of the sink in the bathroom.   It is highly recommended to measure the space in the bathroom with a tape measure (meter) before the sink is installed. This fitting is necessary in order to understand the approximate dimensions of the shell, which can be selected.

As already mentioned, in addition to the width, it is necessary to measure the height of the attachment point of the shell. So, as if it is assumed that the sink will be selected normally, then the height of the fastener can be changed. But if it is supposed to buy a sink on the pedestal, then in this case any amendments or changes can not be made.

In this article we will talk about what is the optimal width of the sink in the bathroom, as well as its height and depth.

Standards bathroom sinks in width ^

To date, believes that for the implementation of hygiene procedures, such as washing, brushing teeth, washing hands, etc., the most optimal is the sink for the bathroom, which is between fifty and sixty-five centimeters wide.   It should be noted that in most apartments the bathroom is large enough so that the shells of the above width fit harmoniously into their space and interior, if along with the width is correctly selected and the height of the sink in the bathroom.

This width, usually, make "simple shells" that are attached directly to the wall above the drain pipe. And, also the pedestal sinks, which are also attached to the wall above the drain pipe, but all the pipes and hoses are hidden at the expense of the pedestal in the form of a column or half-column. with a curbstone, usually exceed sixty-five centimeters in width.

As already mentioned, in most apartments bathrooms are medium in area, and it is recommended to install in them sinks from fifty to sixty centimeters in width. However, if the owner of the apartment is lucky and the owner of a large bathroom, it is recommended to choose a sink, which is sixty-five to ninety-centimeter wide. Usually shells of this width are of construction in relation to the shells. That is, in the place where the drain pipe is installed a cabinet with a cabinet for washing and hygienic means, and a sink is cut into the cabinet. Thus, the owner of the apartment and his guests have the opportunity, comfortably and without spilling water on the sides to do the necessary hygienic procedures. It should only be added that such dimensions refer to the standard "large shells".

In addition to the above standards, there is also the "Mini" standard. Under this standard, shells include shells that are as wide as thirty-five centimeters to fifty. In most cases, such shells are made in the form of a semicircle or square, and also a triangle with a rounded one side (corner shell). The parameters of such a shell are ideal for small bathrooms where there is not enough space.

Optimal depth of the sink in the bathroom ^

In addition to the width, it is also necessary to remember the standards of the depth of the sink for the bathroom. The most optimum depth   counts from forty-eight to sixty-one centimeters. But, in this case, one should be guided not by standards, but by one's own preferences. If the width is selected based on the width of the place where it will be installed, the depth is selected based on the growth of the buyer.

In order to find out whether the depth of the shells is optimal, you need to approach the bathroom sink you like, then you need to extend your arm. In the event that the sink for the bathroom ends at the fingertips or in the middle of the palm of the buyer, then this model and its depth is optimal. Therefore, if the model ends further or earlier, then the depth of such a shell does not fit.

What is the standard height of the sink in the bathroom? ^

It has long been established shells at an altitude of eighty to eighty-five centimeters from the floor. Consequently, after the coming of many years, such a height began to be perceived as an obligatory standard and the most optimal height of the shell installation. However, as practice shows, such a height of the sink in the bathroom is not always and not for everyone is convenient and optimal.

Of course, if a sink with a pedestal or a cradle is installed, then it will not work out in any way. Is that to buy the above type of model of non-standard height. But, if you purchased a regular (suspended) sink, then you can install it at any convenient height. Therefore, it is necessary to find out which height of the sink in the bathroom is most optimal.

As the practice and statistics of plumbing manufacturers and companies, establishing sanitary ware, shows for men the optimal height of the installation of the sink in the bathroom is the height from 94 to 102 centimeters, but for women from 81 to 93 centimeters.   The above figures were derived from average growth. If the husband and wife live in the apartment, the man and the woman use the sink, then the recommended height is about 87 centimeters from the floor, this is the "golden mean" thanks to which all members of the family will be comfortable to use.

Bathroom arrangement can not do without the presence of a sink. To be sure that the installation is performed with all the rules laid down, it will be important to determine the appropriate parameters, that is, the height that is acceptable for both adults and children. Very serious is the choice of the sink, which will not only be beautiful, but also functional.

Before buying should consider the location and size of sanitary ware, making a preliminary measurement of the bathroom, as well as think about combining with other devices. Methods of mounting directly will depend on the type of shells: cantilever it is, or hanging, built-in, with a pedestal, which is also called a "tulip", with a semi-pedestal. The most acceptable height from the bathroom floor is too difficult to determine. For an accurate definition, you need to study regulations   and find the right solution.

Mounting the sink to the wall

It is possible to install a sink using height adjustment, but this option is quite rare, because of its price category. And the most common is the installation of fastening to the wall, with the help of the necessary tools. The sink on the pedestal has certain requirements for installation, which must be adhered to. The bowl can be of various shapes and attached to the wall, separate from the stem. After that, the pedestal is mounted, all the drain hoses, pipes, connecting and fixing fittings are hidden, which contributes to its beautiful aesthetic appearance.

The standard height of the shell is 85 cm, it can be installed and higher, but in this case you will need a stand for the baby.

Particular attention is paid to the location, relative to the drain, which is very important when mounting the sink in height. This factor must be taken into account, so that in the future there are no problems with the replacement of equipment. From the height can be user-friendliness and even security. The most common height parameters can be considered 850 mm. From the bottom of the floor to the edge of the sink, for children 50-60 cm from the floor.

To install a hanging sink, you must first consider its distance from the floor. To do this, you need to apply a level, make a horizontal line. This will be the definition of the top of the shell. After placing the shell in relation to the line, note the location of the holes for the fasteners. In these places holes are drilled, dowels are blocked and a fastening pin is screwed.