Most homes only need a few targeted changes
Full clearance retrofits usually apply to new construction or major remodels. For an existing home, the highest-impact, lowest-cost changes are almost always a correctly placed grab bar, a toilet riser, and non-slip flooring — see our 5 Fixes Under $750 page for combos that cover the most common risk points without touching the room’s layout.
Features
- 60″ Turning circle The clear floor diameter generally recommended so a wheelchair or walker can turn a full circle without backing into a fixture.
- 17″–19″ Toilet seat height Measured floor to seat top — taller than a standard 15″ seat, which is why risers are one of the simplest retrofits available.
- 30″×48″ Clear floor space at fixtures The minimum unobstructed space recommended in front of a sink, toilet, or shower entrance for a safe, stable approach.
- 32″ min Doorway clear width The minimum clear opening width recommended for a bathroom door to comfortably accommodate mobility aids.
- 34″ max Sink & counter height Sinks and counters should sit no higher than this, with open knee space beneath for a forward approach from a seated position.
