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Last Updated: 30th Jun 2024

How wide does a disabled toilet door need to be?

900mm wide



In the same vein, how wide should a door for a disabled toilet be?

Restructured disabled toilet dimensions were recently made to allow for a 2220mm cubicle, instead of its 2000mm size. The door opening outwards must be 950mm in width and have an opening of 900mm.

What size bathroom is required for disabled people? A disabled bathroom should be at least 2700 x 2500 mm in depth x width. A disabled bathroom should be designed with the following design considerations: Doors should be open outwardly and have a horizontal closing bar attached to the inside.

Is a wheelchair accessible toilet legal?

Access to toilets must be provided for all customers/visitors and employees. This includes meeting their Equality Act 2010 obligations. The Equality Act does NOT recognize'minimum standards'.

Is it possible to have a closer door on a toilet for people with disabilities?

A door closer should not be installed. The door must remain open until the disabled person closes them. The door should be capable of opening inwardly. If the cubicle is sufficiently large, it can open outwards. However, in an emergency, it must also be able to open outwards.