We are often asked what the correct height to mount a baby changing unit is. Unfortunately, this is not an easy question to answer. There is no fixed or regulatory height at which baby-changing units should be installed.
Most manufacturers agree that the height should be between 730mm and 800mm from the floor. This appears to be the most comfortable height for most users, including both males and females, and allows them to stand while changing a baby's nappy.
For context, an adult height vanity unit with sinks for hand washing is installed at 800mm deck height. Therefore, baby-changing units, such as the Corian Baby Changing Table, will be made to the same dimensions.
Fold-down baby changing units are ideal when space is tight, but the mounting height may be restricted by other washroom items mounted to the walls, such as hand dryers and paper towel dispensers. It may therefore not be convenient to install them at the standard height. You should therefore aim to fix them as close to 800mm from floor level as possible.
Regardless of the manufacturer you choose for your baby changing unit, whether fixed or fold-down, you will be provided with fitting instructions detailing the recommended fixing height. This height is usually measured from the floor to a specific fixing point on the unit. However, when fitted, the surface on which the baby will lie will usually fall within the 730-800mm range.
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