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under ADA rules... what is the receptacle height?
18", and is that to center, top, or bottom of outlet?
18", and is that to center, top, or bottom of outlet?
An old thread...under ADA rules... what is the receptacle height?
18", and is that to center, top, or bottom of outlet?
outlets at counter heights.
Adult Obstructed Reach Requirements
For a forward reach over an obstacle such as a shelf the requirement is 48 inches maximum above the floor for obstacles 20 inches or less in depth, and 44 inches maximum for obstacles 20 to 25 inches deep. For obstructed side reaches, such as over a table or file cabinet, receptacle minimum height is above the obstacle, which is limited to 34 inches high. The maximum receptacle height is 48 inches for obstacles less than 10 inches wide, and 46 inches for obstacles 10 to 24 inches wide.
under ADA rules... what is the receptacle height?
18", and is that to center, top, or bottom of outlet?
That didn't answer the OP! It doesn't say whether the measurements are to the bottom, center, or top!:happyno:
Here in CA:
For receptacles it's, no lower that 15" AFF measured to the bottom of the box.
For switches it's, no higher than 48" AFF measured to the top of the box.
So with the receptacle height it's very important that you know the floor finish. You rough them in at the required height and they tile the floor you'll be to low.