Shower Height From Floor

This height will keep the shower curtain from touching the floor.

Shower height from floor. Shower heads are located at a standard height of 80 203 cm but can be set at a minimum height of 72 183 cm if desired. However its commonly installed at 78 or 72 inches by many builders and plumbers. The height from the bathroom floor outside the shower must be at least 72 inches according to the 2003 international plumbing codes handbook by r.

This is an ideal shower head height for people who are average or tall in height. It is basically eighty inches 80 or six feet and eight inches 6 5 207 26 centimeters cm. A standard shower curtain is typically 72 inches long so the curtain rod should be installed around 75 to 77 inches from the floor.

Inside the shower the height from the drain to the top of the wall needs to be at least 70 inches. When looking at the height of the shower walls consider two measurements. This is 6 feet 8 inches which is suitable for most people of average height and even usable for those who are taller.

Shower controls should be placed at a height 40 50 102 127 cm above the shower floor and out of direct line of the water path to avoid being caught in extremely cold or hot water when operating. It can range from 72 inches to 96 inches according to personal heights and location.