to check the rules about ceiling height.
A good rule of thumb
Minimum Bathroom Dimensions
Full bathroom dimensions (bath / shower combination with
toilet and sink) 5ft x 8ft (1.5m x 2.4m). This is based on the
minimum size of the bath so if you’re going for a bigger bath
the 5ft side of this bathroom will change slightly.”
This is one of the standard layouts for small bathroom floor
plans.
Small bathroom dimensions (shower, toilet and sink) 6ft x
6ft (1.8m x 1.8m)
This is one of the standard layouts for small bathroom floor
plans.
Half bathroom dimensions (toilet and corner sink, pocket
door) 5ft x 3ft (1.5m x 0.9m). The minimum you're allowed
by code in the US is 5ft x 2.5ft (1.5m x 0.76m). If you're one
of my UK readers where there's no regulations (not sure
about other places) a smaller arrangement is possible if you
use a high wall mounted tank (dotted line) or space saving
toilet.
Ceiling heights in bathrooms
If you're trying to sneak a bathroom into that area under the
stairs or squeeze one into some left over loft space you need
is that if you're going to stand (in front of the toilet, in front
of the lavatory, in the shower then you need decent ceiling
height.
A height of 6ft 8 ins (2.03m) is required in front of all fixture
and for a 30 inch (76cm) diameter where the shower head is.
So I guess you can slot the back of the toilet and any portion
of the bath that isn't a shower under a sloping ceiling.
Bathroom Fixture Dimensions and Clearances
In this bathroom dimensions section I've included:
 Fixture sizes
 Recommended bathroom dimensions and
clearances. These are what you want to make a
bathroom feel spacious - perhaps for your master
bathroom floor plans.
 Minimum bathroom dimensions and
clearances - maybe for using in your small
bathroom floor plans or even a Jack and Jill
bathroom.
The fixture sizes here will be a useful starting point for
planning your bathroom but they come in all sorts of different
shapes and sizes so once you've chosen your fixtures use
those dimensions in your plans.
Toilet dimensions and clearances (same for bidets)
These measurements also apply to bidets.
Standard toilet fixture size – The standard depth of a toilet
seat from hinges to the edge is 16 inches (40.5cm). If you
get an elongated model this will be slightly longer – more like
18 inches or 46cm. Then you have the dimensions of the
tank arrangements to add to this making the total depth from
about 26 inches to 29 inches (66cm – 74cm). In Europe
there are space saving options available that are smaller than
this because there is no minimum size required for a toilet
room.
Bathtub dimensions and clearances
Standard bathtub dimensions - The smallest standard bath
is 5ft x 2 ½ feet (153cm x 76cm).
Whirlpool tubs with dimensions of 5ft x 2 3/4ft or 153cm by
81cm are available.
Recommended bathtub clearance - 30 inches (76cm)
should be left as clear space along the edge of the bathtub.
Minimum bathtub clearance - A minimum of 21 inches
(53cm) must be left as clear space along the edge of the
bathtub.
Bathtub controls location - You need to be able to reach
the tub controls from both inside and outside the tub. They
should be placed between the rim of the bathtub and 33
inches (84cm) above
Sink, washbasin, lavatory or vanity
dimensions and clearances
What a lot of words that mean the same thing in various parts
of the English speaking world! I'm going to use the words
washbasin and vanity.
These come in lots of different sizes and a corner vanity, or a
lavatory that is wide but not very deep can solve all sorts of
design challenges in bathrooms.
Standard vanity cabinet measurements - 2ft (60cm)
deep.
Standard washbasin height - Standard vanity height or
washbasin height starts at about 30 inches (76cm) high and
goes up to say 43 inches (119cm). At the lower heights most
people will have to stoop to use the sink. Try out different
heights in the bathroom centers to find the right height for
you. Just as a comparison standard kitchen worktops are at
36 inches (92cm).
Recommended single washbasin clearance - 20 inches
(51cm) is recommended from the center line of the
washbasin to the nearest wall or obstruction. So a span of 40
inches (102cm) is recommended for a single washbasin.
30 inches (76cm) is recommended as clear space in front of
the washbasin.
Minimum single washbasin clearance - A minimum
distance of 15 inches (38cm) is required from the center line
of the washbasin to the nearest wall or obstruction. This
means a span of 30 inches (76cm) is required for a single
washbasin. A minimum of 4 inches (10cm) is required from
the edge of a washbasin to the nearest wall or obstruction.
A minimum of 21 inches (53cm) is required in front of the
washbasin.
Recommended double washbasin clearance - 36 inches
(92cm) is recommended between the center lines of two
washbasins. This means a span of 76 inches (193cm) is
recommended for a double washbasin.
30 inches (76cm) is recommended as clear space in front of
the washbasin.
Minimum double washbasin clearance - A minimum
distance of 30 inches (76cm) is required between the center
lines of two washbasins. So you need a span of 60 inches
(153cm) for a double washbasin. A minimum of 4 inches
(10cm) is required between the edges of hanging or free
standing washbasin.
A minimum of 21 inches (53cm) is required in front of the
washbasin.
Recommended shower dimensions and clearance - A
shower size of 36 x 36 inches (91 x 91cm) is recommended.
30 inches (76cm) of clear space is recommended in front of
the entry to the shower.
Minimum shower dimensions and clearance. - a
minimum shower size of 30 x 30 inches (66 x 66cm) is
required.
A minimum of 24 inches (61cm) is required in front of the
entry to the shower

Shower doors - hinged shower doors must open outwards

Electrical and lighting Clearances

Light switch clearance - A minimum clearance of 5ft is

required between a water source and a light switch.

Light fixtures - All the light fixtures that you choose for the
bath and shower spaces need to be suitable for a wet
environment.

A hanging fixture must be at least 8ft (2.44m) higher and 3ft

(91cm) away from the bath rim

Other sockets – the regulations in each country vary with

respect to power in the bathroom. It's all to do with the
danger of electrocution when water electricity mix.

All circuits must be protected by GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit

Interrupters).

Bathroom door size

A standard bathroom door is 32 inches (81cm). If you’re

working with a really small space you could bring the door
width down to 28 inches or 71cm, even down to 24 inches or
61cm as an absolute minimum (note - small doors are should
only be used for bathrooms, closets and utility rooms). Don’t
worry – you’ll still be able to get the bath through the door.