Accessibility · Counters & Work Surfaces

Accessible Counter / Desk Height

Maximum work surface height and required knee clearance beneath, for seated wheelchair use.

865 mm / 34 in max685 mm / 27 in knee

Description

An accessible work surface pairs a lower countertop height with open knee space beneath, so a wheelchair user can roll fully underneath the surface.

Sources

  • ADA Standards for Accessible Design

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Values

Maximum counter heightMaximum
865 mm34 in
Minimum knee clearance heightMinimum
685 mm27 in
Minimum knee clearance depthMinimum
480 mm19 in

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