Floorplan/ideas needed for a really small bathroom
Where can't find floor plans for a 3-piece bathroom we could add to her bedroom that would be workable, practical, not too cramped, etc?
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Nancy Spencer Carlson on Aug 25, 2015first, what size room are you looking for? Then I'd just do a search for small bathrooms. If you only need a shower that will save a lot of space, methinks. Good luck! It's nice that you will have her move in with you.Helpful Reply
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Z on Aug 25, 2015I'm with Nancy, more information is needed. If you do chose a shower, make sure it's big enough for a shower chair.Helpful Reply
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Janet Pizaro on Aug 25, 2015Home talk website has many options in planning bathrooms.Helpful Reply
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Janice Metzger on Aug 26, 2015Depending on the size and if you are doing the work your self... It would be best to have a walk in shower with no step with a glass wall or solid wall on the shower head side. It doesn't need to go to the ceiling, only enough to block shower spray from hitting the bathroom floor. This way if mobility becomes an issue you don't have to worry. Wall cabinets that are eye level would work best for a senior citizen. Bending over is hard for them so keep that in mind. If your installing a new sink and it's a small bath use a pedestal sink to keep the room looking large. Large tiles make a small floor area look larger using light colors. Also install a new "handicap" toilet. It is higher than the standard which allows for easier sitting and standing (unless the person is short). Use a large framed mirror instead of boring bathroom medicine cabinet. It will look richer. Have fun what ever you do! It's great that you will have your mom move in with you!Helpful Reply
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Nancy Fallon on Aug 26, 2015I'm a physical therapist, so my first thought was to make the bathroom accessible, which is difficult in a small space. My second thought was of some of the bathrooms I saw while in Europe that were basically waterproof everywhere; they even had little metal covers over the toilet paper to keep it dry. The "shower" would just be part of the room with a drain and blocked off by a shower curtain. The toilet could even be in the curtained off area...instant shower chair. The only big concern with this solution is that the tile for the flooring needs to be very slip proof as there may not be a spot for a bathmat if the room is very small and the entire floor tends to get at least a little wet. Try searching for shower rooms to see some pictures. Don't forget to add some grab bars, and a shower head that can be hand held is a good idea.Helpful Reply
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Carol on Aug 26, 2015How big is the room/closet you will be turning into a bathroom. That sorta dictates the size of tub/shower, vanity/sink vs pedistal sink and toilet style. It will also help to know where the piping for water and drains will go. Google small bathrooms layout.Helpful Reply
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Cathy Smith on Aug 26, 2015I would probably go ahead and make it handicap accessible. Cheaper in the beginning than having to do it later.Helpful Reply
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Sonia Burrows on Aug 26, 2015Janice and Nancy, totally agree with you, but Polly did say her mother would be "helping with the mortgage" so I'm guessing the expense for the bathroom suggestions isn't in the picture.Helpful Reply
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Dragonintheattic on Aug 27, 2015You can get a product called "No Skid" to paint your tile floor every few years, or use small mosaic tiles which have a lot of grout lines so they are not as slippery for older people. If you get her a higher toilet, get a squatty potty to rest her feet on as it's easier to go in that position. I grew up in a multi-generational house and its much easier for all. You won't have to worry about her. Good luck with your project.Helpful Reply
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