National Kitchen & Bath Association - Kitchen & Bathroom Planning Guidelines with Access Standards
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13: Tub/Shower Surround

Recommended:
The wall area above a tub or shower pan should be covered in a waterproof material extending at least 3” above the showerhead rough in.

Code Requirement:

  • The wall area above a tub or shower pan must be covered in a waterproof material to a height of not less than 72” above the finished floor. (IPC 417.4.1, IRC R 307.2)


Access Standard

Recommended:
Bathroom guideline recommendation meets access standard.

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