Size & Dimension Guides

Knowing the specific dimensions of house rooms and objects come in handy when you need to do some house remodels & decorating.

Here’s our reference guide to the sizes of every part of the house, home objects, furniture, plumbing and so on.

Toilet Paper Holder Height
| Updated August 17, 2023 | Published August 17, 2023

The typical height for a toilet paper holder is 26 to 28 inches (66 to 71 cm) from the floor.

Door Rough Opening Sizes
| Updated August 14, 2023 | Published August 14, 2023

Door rough opening sizes are typically 2 inches wider and 2.5 inches taller than the door size. For instance, the rough opening for a 36 × 80-inch door should be 38 × 82.5 inches.

Broom Sizes
| Updated February 5, 2024 | Published August 2, 2023

The standard broom size typically ranges from 52 to 57 inches (132 to 145 cm) in total length. This includes a 34 to 40-inch (46 to 102 cm) handle and an 18-inch-long (101 cm) broom head. The width of the broom head usually spans between 7 to 12 inches (18 to 30 cm).

Egg chair dimensions
| Updated July 22, 2023 | Published July 22, 2023

While egg chairs share the same shape, they come in a range of different sizes which can make choosing the right egg chair a challenge. A standard egg chair has dimensions of around 43 inches in height, 34 inches in width, and 31 inches in depth, though this can vary between each model.

Swivel Chair Dimensions
| Updated July 19, 2023 | Published July 19, 2023

There are a huge variety of different options available, making it difficult to know which swivel chair dimensions are right for you. On average, most swivel chairs will have a seat height range of between 16 and 21 inches, and a backrest measuring between 12 and 18 inches in height.