Shallow washbasin with counterspace

A shallow washbasin works well for wheelchair users with limited reach

Shallow washbasin and counter space to the right of the washbasin

Shallow washbasin

Counter space to the right of the washbasin is at the same height as the washbasin.

Users comments
The user has the drain trap between his knees, which works well for him. Other solutions are also possible, such as a bent pipe and the drain trap on the wall. The user can easily reach items standing on the counter.

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Store for plumbing products

Paid for by
Local government

Editors comments
For accessible bathrooms, se also bano.co.uk (last checked April 2020).

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Author: Anonym 1

Personen bor ihop med fru och barn i villa. Han arbetar deltid. Han skadade sig 1975 och har en hög tetraplegi (C5). Genom hand-kirurgi fick han bättre greppfunktion i båda händer. Han har personlig assistans 7 timmar om dagen. (Avliden 2024)

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