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Fontana FS8014ORB Oil Rubbed Bronze Wall-Mounted Faucet: Installation Height and Clearance Guide

This installation-height and clearance resource is intended to support architects, plumbing engineers, accessibility consultants, interior designers, contractors, installers and facility managers coordinating the Fontana FS8014ORB oil rubbed bronze wall-mounted faucet with different lavatory applications. The guide presents recommended mounting relationships for standard commercial restrooms, accessible restrooms, children’s restrooms, healthcare installations, vessel basins and recessed basins. Each application should coordinate the spout outlet above finished floor, outlet clearance above the basin rim, countertop clearance, wall-to-basin relationship, basin capture area, and applicable knee and toe-clearance requirements.

Fontana Oil Rubbed Bronze Wall-Mounted Faucet

The Fontana FS8014ORB is a solid-brass wall-mounted faucet with an oil rubbed bronze finish and a projecting curved spout. Because the faucet is mounted independently of the countertop or lavatory, its installation height must be coordinated with the selected basin type, countertop elevation, finished-wall construction, user population and accessibility requirements. Final positioning should support comfortable handwashing while maintaining reliable water capture and sufficient clearance for the intended application.

  • Model: FS8014ORB
  • Installation: Wall mounted
  • Finish: Oil rubbed bronze
  • Material: Solid brass
  • Fixture type: Wall-mounted faucet spout
  • Standard spout reach: Approximately 175 mm (6-7/8"), as illustrated
  • Children’s spout reach: Approximately 140 mm (5-1/2"), where applicable
  • Wall relationship: Coordinate with basin and countertop setback
  • Outlet height: Application-specific
  • Rim clearance: Coordinate with selected basin profile
  • Accessibility: Knee and toe space coordination required where applicable
  • Application: Commercial, accessible, healthcare and specialty lavatories
Product Page Installation Guide

Required Installation Height and Clearance Drawing Package

Each installation-height drawing should use a consistent scale, dimension style, centerline convention and product-identification block. Vertical dimensions should be referenced from the finished floor unless another datum is clearly identified. The faucet centerline should be coordinated with the basin centerline, while outlet height, rim clearance, countertop clearance and wall-to-basin dimensions should be verified against the selected lavatory. Accessible applications should additionally identify the required knee and toe-clearance envelope beneath the fixture.

Complete Installation Height and Clearance Guide

Shows recommended mounting relationships for standard commercial, accessible, children’s, healthcare, vessel-basin and recessed-basin applications. Each detail should identify the spout outlet above finished floor, spout outlet above the basin rim, spout reach, countertop clearance, wall-to-basin relationship and applicable knee-clearance requirements.

Standard Commercial Restroom

Shows a typical commercial lavatory installation with the faucet centered over the basin. The illustrated recommendation places the spout outlet approximately 1065 mm (42 inches) above finished floor and approximately 175–230 mm (7–9 inches) above the basin rim. A nominal spout reach of approximately 175 mm (6-7/8 inches) and minimum countertop clearance of approximately 38 mm (1-1/2 inches) are indicated for coordination.

Accessible Restroom

Illustrates a wall-mounted faucet coordinated with an accessible lavatory. The spout outlet should remain within the applicable reach and mounting-height requirements, with the illustrated guide showing a maximum outlet height of approximately 1015 mm (40 inches) above finished floor. The basin, countertop and concealed components should preserve the required knee and toe clearance, including a nominal 685 mm (27-inch) knee-clearance reference where applicable.

Children’s Restroom

Shows a reduced mounting height and shorter reach appropriate for younger users. The illustrated recommendation places the spout outlet approximately 775 mm (30-1/2 inches) above finished floor and approximately 125–180 mm (5–7 inches) above the basin rim. A reduced spout reach of approximately 140 mm (5-1/2 inches) may be coordinated with a countertop height of approximately 760–815 mm (30–32 inches).

Healthcare Installation

Illustrates an elevated and service-conscious arrangement for clinical or institutional handwashing. The guide indicates a spout-outlet height of approximately 1120 mm (44 inches) above finished floor and approximately 200–250 mm (8–10 inches) above the basin rim. Adequate clearance should be maintained for handwashing technique, cleaning and accessible knee space where the lavatory is designed for a seated approach.

Vessel Basin

Shows the faucet coordinated with an above-counter vessel basin. The complete height of the vessel should be included when establishing the wall rough-in. The illustrated recommendation places the spout outlet approximately 1065 mm (42 inches) above finished floor and approximately 200–250 mm (8–10 inches) above the vessel rim, with approximately 50 mm (2 inches) of minimum countertop or wall clearance where required.

Recessed or Undermount Basin

Shows a recessed or undermount lavatory positioned below the countertop surface. The illustrated recommendation places the spout outlet approximately 1065 mm (42 inches) above finished floor and approximately 150–200 mm (6–8 inches) above the basin rim. The lower basin profile may require careful coordination of the water landing point and approximately 32 mm (1-1/4 inches) of minimum countertop clearance.

Wall-to-Basin Relationship

Defines the horizontal setback between the finished wall and the selected basin. The illustrated guide indicates a typical wall relationship ranging from approximately 64–152 mm (2-1/2–6 inches), depending on basin construction and countertop configuration. The faucet projection should place the water stream within the basin capture area without striking the rear inner wall.

Knee and Toe-Clearance Coordination

Documents the clear space beneath accessible and healthcare lavatories. Faucet connections, valve kits, supply lines, drains and access panels should be arranged outside the required knee and toe-clearance envelope or protected where permitted. Final clearances should be coordinated with the selected lavatory and the accessibility standard adopted for the project.

Engineering note: The heights and clearances shown are planning recommendations rather than universal installation requirements. Final mounting dimensions should be coordinated with the actual faucet, lavatory, countertop, user population, finished-floor elevation, wall construction, concealed valve kit, accessibility criteria and locally adopted plumbing and building codes. Do not scale dimensions directly from the illustration.

Architectural, Plumbing and Accessibility Coordination Considerations

Finished-Floor Datum

Establish all vertical faucet heights from the final finished-floor elevation rather than the structural slab or unfinished substrate. Account for floor tile, setting materials and other finish build-up.

Basin-Rim Clearance

Maintain sufficient clearance between the spout outlet and basin rim for comfortable hand access while avoiding excessive height that could increase splashback or reduce water capture.

Wall-to-Basin Setback

Coordinate the finished-wall plane, countertop depth and basin position with the faucet reach so the outlet remains centered over the intended handwashing and water-capture area.

Accessible Knee Space

Keep piping, valve kits, control components and access panels outside the required knee and toe-clearance envelope. Protect exposed supply and drain components where required.

User Population

Adjust mounting height and reach for the intended occupants, including children, seated users, healthcare staff and other specialized applications, rather than applying one height to every installation.

Water Capture and Splash Control

Confirm the actual water landing point after installation and ensure it remains within the basin capture area without striking the rear wall, passing over the front rim or creating excessive splashback.

FontanaShowers Installation and Specification Resources

FS8014ORB Product Page Product information, oil rubbed bronze finish details, technical specifications and available documentation for the Fontana FS8014ORB wall-mounted faucet. FontanaShowers Installation Hub Central installation information for wall-mounted faucets, automatic faucets, concealed connections and related FontanaShowers fixtures. FS8014ORB Dimensional Coordination Review current faucet dimensions, spout projection and available technical documentation before setting final wall-mounting heights. Wall-Mounted Faucet Installation Guidance General guidance covering wall preparation, mounting elevations, basin coordination, concealed connections, sealing and testing. Product Submittal Verification Confirm current dimensions, mounting requirements, connection information and product limitations before releasing coordinated construction documents. Fixture Testing and Commissioning General installation resources covering supply flushing, water-stream verification, leak testing, cleaning and final fixture commissioning.

Professional Engineering and Accessibility References

Project verification: Installation-height and clearance guides are coordination tools and do not replace approved project submittals or project-specific accessibility review. The architect, plumbing engineer, accessibility consultant, interior designer, contractor and licensed installer should verify the spout outlet above finished floor, outlet clearance above the basin rim, countertop clearance, wall-to-basin relationship, basin centerline, water landing point, knee and toe clearance, concealed component location, user requirements and locally adopted codes before installation.