under stairs toilet ideas

Most modern homes have stairs which lead to either the bedrooms, study rooms or any other rooms, which are a little bit elevated above the rest of your house. Nowadays, people have come up with ways of using the space under the stairs to create toilets. These washrooms can be used by guests or even the family members themselves. This article is aimed at giving you very practical under stairs toilet ideas,  An example is shown below



Consider the size of space available before you start dismantling your house, it will be a good idea to find out the exact size of space under the stairs. They vary and while your neighbor's may be big, yours may be small and that means that what works for them, may not necessarily work for you. After establishing the size of the space, find out the style that fits the space available. You may choose to install a toilet that fits your space, or attach your toilet to the wall for it to fit in the room. Remember that there should be enough room, to allow the users to move around. It should also have a sink which means you should leave enough space, for the users to be able to walk and wash their hands. As you design your toilet bear in mind that you will need a water tank for flushing and it should have its own space. If you get the services of a professional, your toilet can come out looking stunningly beautiful.

Check the height of the space,  You do not want to have your guests hit their head on the roof of your toilet. Therefore, make sure that the height is good for a toilet. To be sure that your toilet has the correct height, get a very tall person and see if they will be comfortable using the room.

Use an extractor fan to keep it clean,  All toilets should have ventilation which in most cases is provided by windows. Because an under stairs toilet will not have a window, you will have to use an extractor fan to ensure that the toilet is clean and fresh. If you are not sure what to do, engage the services of a plumber and he will give you the way forward.

Choose the right kind of door for the toilet,  Among the under stairs toilet ideas this is one of the most important. If you put a door to your toilet, chances are it will be hard for you to open without hitting the toilet bowl. Also, once you are inside; it may be hard to open without creating space for the door. The best thing to do will be to get the opinion of a skillful plumber to help you with the door. He will assist you to explore the available options and be of assistance in choosing what suits you. Always remember to put into consideration the set rules and regulations set by the government. These are some of the under stairs toilet ideas that have worked for people and will work for you too.

Below is a video of an understairs conversion I did a year ago