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| − | In modern usage, the term ‘lavatory’ (UK pronunciation: ‘lavah-tree’) describes a room or cubicle containing | + | In modern usage, the term ‘lavatory’ (UK pronunciation: ‘lavah-tree’) describes a room or cubicle containing sanitary ware or other receptacles for the passing of human waste. The sanitary ware will usually be connected to a public drainage system. |
| − | When used to describe a room, a lavatory may also contain other | + | When used to describe a room, a lavatory may also contain other sanitary ware, such as a bath, shower, urinal or bidet. Other ancillary facilities may typically include wash-hand basins, hot air dryers, towels and mirrors. |
The term lavatory is sometimes used synonymously: | The term lavatory is sometimes used synonymously: | ||
* Toilet | * Toilet | ||
| − | * WC (although this more correctly refers to the water closet | + | * WC (although this more correctly refers to the water closet sanitary ware itself) |
| − | * Bathroom (if it contains a bath) | + | * [https://bathzoom.co.uk Bathroom] (if it contains a bath) |
* Loo | * Loo | ||
* Washroom | * Washroom | ||
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Historically, a lavatory was a cistern or trough where the inmates of monastic establishments could wash their hands and faces, as well as their surplices and vestments. | Historically, a lavatory was a cistern or trough where the inmates of monastic establishments could wash their hands and faces, as well as their surplices and vestments. | ||
| − | In southern Germany, lavatories took on grander functions that resembled those of | + | In southern Germany, lavatories took on grander functions that resembled those of baptisteries. They would be either square or octagonal chambers to the side of a cloister and would have a series of water troughs for washing arranged around a fountain located centrally in the room. |
The term lavatory was also given to a ‘piscina’ – a drain that was originally connected to Roman aqueducts but which later was applied to a stone basin near a church altar. | The term lavatory was also given to a ‘piscina’ – a drain that was originally connected to Roman aqueducts but which later was applied to a stone basin near a church altar. | ||
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Legal requirements for sanitary conveniences, washing facilities and bathrooms are set out in Part G of the building regulations, with solutions to common situations described in Approved Document G (Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency). | Legal requirements for sanitary conveniences, washing facilities and bathrooms are set out in Part G of the building regulations, with solutions to common situations described in Approved Document G (Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency). | ||
| − | NB [https://www2.gov.scot/resource/buildingstandards/2016Domestic/chunks/apa.html The Scottish Building Standards, Part I. Technical Handbook – Domestic, Appendix A Defined Terms], defines a toilet: ‘…an enclosed part of a storey which contains a | + | NB [https://www2.gov.scot/resource/buildingstandards/2016Domestic/chunks/apa.html The Scottish Building Standards, Part I. Technical Handbook – Domestic, Appendix A Defined Terms], defines a toilet: ‘…an enclosed part of a storey which contains a water closet, a waterless closet or a urinal, which are properly installed for use.’ |
= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki = | = Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki = | ||
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* Wet room. | * Wet room. | ||
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Revision as of 09:11, 16 February 2021
In modern usage, the term ‘lavatory’ (UK pronunciation: ‘lavah-tree’) describes a room or cubicle containing sanitary ware or other receptacles for the passing of human waste. The sanitary ware will usually be connected to a public drainage system.
When used to describe a room, a lavatory may also contain other sanitary ware, such as a bath, shower, urinal or bidet. Other ancillary facilities may typically include wash-hand basins, hot air dryers, towels and mirrors.
The term lavatory is sometimes used synonymously:
- Toilet
- WC (although this more correctly refers to the water closet sanitary ware itself)
- Bathroom (if it contains a bath)
- Loo
- Washroom
- Ladies / gents
- Sanitary convenience
- Powder room
Historically, a lavatory was a cistern or trough where the inmates of monastic establishments could wash their hands and faces, as well as their surplices and vestments.
In southern Germany, lavatories took on grander functions that resembled those of baptisteries. They would be either square or octagonal chambers to the side of a cloister and would have a series of water troughs for washing arranged around a fountain located centrally in the room.
The term lavatory was also given to a ‘piscina’ – a drain that was originally connected to Roman aqueducts but which later was applied to a stone basin near a church altar.
Legal requirements for sanitary conveniences, washing facilities and bathrooms are set out in Part G of the building regulations, with solutions to common situations described in Approved Document G (Sanitation, hot water safety and water efficiency).
NB The Scottish Building Standards, Part I. Technical Handbook – Domestic, Appendix A Defined Terms, defines a toilet: ‘…an enclosed part of a storey which contains a water closet, a waterless closet or a urinal, which are properly installed for use.’
Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki
- Approved Document G.
- Earth closet.
- ECA Water Scheme.
- Garderobe.
- Inclusive design.
- Passive water efficiency measures.
- Sanitary accommodation.
- Sanitaryware.
- Shared toilet facilities
- Solid surface wash troughs.
- Types of sanitary appliances.
- Urinal.
- Wall hung toilet.
- Water closet.
- Wet room.
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