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A bathroom is a Room that may have different functions depending on the cultural context it is used in.

  • In its literal sense it means 'a room with a bath', but as Bathtub s have partly made way for Shower s and Steam Shower s, the more general sense of 'a room where one Bathe s' makes more sense. There can be just a shower or just a bathtub or both, sometimes combined and sometimes separate (in which case the bathtub may have a second shower). Usually, it also contains a Handbasin or Sink and often also a Toilet .


  • In the USA , 'bathroom' commonly means 'a room containing a Toilet ' (in other countries this is usually called 'toilet' or alternatively ' Water Closet ' (or 'WC'), or ' Lavatory '). For this interpretation of the word see Bathroom (American) .In America they come in Full Bathroom (one with a bathtub, a shower, a toilet, and a sink), Half Bathroom (any bathroom with a shower or bathtub , but not both), a toilet, and a sink), and Quarter Bathroom (one with a sink and toilet).


''En-suite'' (french for ''in room'') refers to a bathroom attached to a Bedroom , or shared among several bedrooms. If it's attached to a master bedroom it's known as a '''master bathroom'''.

A half (1/2) bath contains a toilet and a handbasin (lavatory). A 3/4 bath contains a toilet, a handbasin (lavatory) and a shower. A full bath contains a toilet, a handbasin (lavatory) and a bathtub.


DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

The design of a bathroom must account for the use of both hot and cold water, in significant quantities, for cleaning the human body. The water is also used for solid and liquid human waste to a sewer or septic tank. Water may be splashed on the walls and floor and hot Humid air may cause Condensation on cold surfaces. From a decorating point of view the bathroom presents a challenge. Ceiling, wall and floor materials and coverings should be impervious to water and readily and easily cleaned. The use of ceramic or glass, as well as smooth plastic materials, is common in bathrooms for their ease of cleaning. However, such surfaces are often cold to the touch and so water-resistant bath Mat s or even bathroom Carpet s may be used on the floor to make the room more comfortable. Alternatively, the floor may be heated, possibly by startegically placing heater conduits close to the surface.

Electrical appliances, such as lights, Heater s and heated Towel rails generally need to be installed as fixtures, with permanent connections rather than plugs and sockets. This minimises the risk of Electric Shock . Ground-fault Circuit Interruptor Electrical Socket s can reduce the risk of electric shock, and are required for bathroom socket installation by Electrical and Building Code s in the United States and Canada . In some countries, such as the UK , only special sockets suitable for electric shavers are permitted in bathrooms, and are labelled as such.

Bathrooms can also be a source of decorative inspiration. One can easily decorate the bathroom by choosing shower curtains or cubicles to match a theme.

Design considerations

The design of a bathroom must account for the use of both hot and cold water, in significant quantities, for cleaning the human body. The water is also used for solid and liquid human waste to a sewer or septic tank. Water may be splashed on the walls and floor and hot humid air may cause condensation on cold surfaces. From a decorating point of view the bathroom presents a challenge. Ceiling, wall and floor materials and coverings should be impervious to water and readily and easily cleaned. The use of ceramic or glass, as well as smooth plastic materials, is common in bathrooms for their ease of cleaning. However, such surfaces are often cold to the touch and so water-resistant bath mats or even bathroom carpets may be used on the floor to make the room more comfortable. Alternatively, the floor may be heated, possibly by strategically placing heater conduits close to the surface.
Electrical appliances, such as lights, heaters and heated towel rails generally need to be installed as fixtures, with permanent connections rather than plugs and sockets. This minimizes the risk of electric shock. Ground-fault circuit interrupter electrical sockets can reduce the risk of electric shock, and are required for bathroom socket installation by electrical and building codes in the United States and Canada. In some countries, such as the UK, only special sockets suitable for electric shavers are permitted in bathrooms, and are labeled as such.
Bathrooms can also be a source of decorative inspiration. One can easily decorate the bathroom by choosing shower curtains or cubicles to match a theme.


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