A 6×8 bathroom is only 48 square feet, smaller than some walk-in closets. It’s even smaller than your average parking space. If you measured it out in your living room right now, you’d probably think, “Wait, is that it?” But small doesn’t have to mean cramped and unusable; with the right layout, a bathroom this size can actually feel like it provides what you need it to. In this guide, I share five different 6×8 bathroom floor plan ideas so you can see layouts that work for your personal preferences.
6×8 Full Bathroom Layout With Tub Shower Combo Across the Back Wall
This full bathroom offers a tub and shower combination on one side, with a toilet in the middle, and a single sink vanity on the end that maximizes floor space in the middle for easier movement.
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Layout Details: If you’re working with a 6×8 bathroom, you’ve only got 48 square feet for your needs, which isn’t a huge amount. But by lining a 60″ x 30″ tub/shower combo along the full width of the space on one side, followed by the toilet and the sink, the small bathroom feels organized and bigger than expected. The toilet sits in what designers call a “nook”, which is basically a little alcove next to the tub. It’s got enough space at 3′ x 4′ to feel comfortable and accessible. On the right side, you’ve got your vanity with a sink measuring 30″x22″ that is respectable for a room this size. There’s even a little 12″ x 30″ linen closet tucked in beside the tub for all of your towels and accessories, so you have an alternative to storing everything under the sink.
Dimensions:
Room size: 6′ x 8′ (or 66″ x 96″)
Tub/shower combo: 60″ x 30″ (standard size)
Toilet nook: 3′ x 4′ (36″ x 48″)
Vanity: 30″ x 22″
Linen closet: 12″ x 30″
Design Tips:
Consider extending your tile all the way up to the ceiling in the shower/tub area to protect the walls and trick your eye into thinking the room’s taller than it is.
For more storage, add a small shelf above the toilet.
For the vanity area, consider installing a wall-mounted faucet to free up counter space and make cleaning easier.
Get a vanity with drawers instead of just cabinet doors for easier organization.
For your bathroom’s lighting, go with a fixture on either side of the vanity mirror, not just above, and maybe a separate fixture for general room lighting to fight shadows.
Why it works: You get a full bath, a wide aisle, an easy-to-reach toilet and sink, and a linen closet for additional storage.
6×8 Custom-Feel Bathroom With Full-Width Shower Layout
This bath trades the practicality of a tub for the luxury of a spacious shower that feels more like a modern spa than its 48 square feet should allow.
Layout Details: Using the same 6×8 footprint as before, and the same 48 square feet to work, but this time with no tub and no closet, allows you to really luxuriate in a large walk-in shower. This design goes all-in on a big shower measuring 72″ x 36″, which basically takes up the entire left side of your bathroom. If you’re like most adults, it’s what you use day to day, and if there’s a tub elsewhere in the house, there’s really no need for another. To really add another couple layers of luxury, you could add a bench, and maybe do one of those rainfall showerheads. The rest of the layout is pretty straightforward, with a toilet in its own nook on the right, followed by the 36″ by 21″ vanity in the upper right corner.
Dimensions:
Room size: 6′ x 8′ (72″ x 96″)
Shower: 72″ x 36″ (large walk-in style)
Toilet nook: 3′ x 4′ (36″ x 48″)
Vanity: 36″ x 21″
Toilet to shower space: 31″
Design Tips:
The shower is your centerpiece, so consider adding a bench to one side, wall niches, and recessed lighting to enhance the luxury vibe.
Consider adding a half wall between the toilet nook and sink to add some visual separation and a bit of privacy
Go with a slightly smaller vanity and install a linen strip closet for your towels.
For more storage, add a medicine cabinet above the vanity, and possibly some open shelving above the toilet.
Why it works: Provides a large 6′ wide shower so you get a custom feel, even with the small footprint.
6×8 Storage-Focused Bathroom With Corner Shower And Tucked Toilet Floor Plan
This bath focuses on daily functionality by pairing a larger vanity with a corner shower enclosure and keeping the toilet discreetly tucked so it’s mostly out of sight.
Layout Details: The 6×8 storage-focused bathroom gives you more places to put your stuff by adding a slightly larger 48″ x 21″ vanity, so you have room for your towels, toiletries, cleaning supplies, and other essentials. The vanity is large enough that you could fit two people in front of it in the morning if needed. The shower’s tucked into the bottom right corner and measures a big 72″ x 36″, so it’s still plenty spacious. The toilet’s in its own nook in the upper right-hand corner, so it’s discreetly out of the line of sight from the doorway entry.
Dimensions:
Room: 6′ x 8′ (72″ x 96″)
Vanity: 48″ x 21″ (the real MVP here)
Shower: 72″ x 36″ (corner placement)
Toilet nook: 3′ x 4′ (36″ x 48″)
Design Tips:
Go with a double sink if this will be a shared bathroom, or use the extra counter space if for single use.
Consider a neo-angle door or sliding door design for the shower, depending on your preference.
Add a half-height privacy screen or some frosted glass to the shower on the toilet side if you want to add privacy for couples.
Use the 24-inch section on the lower left for a narrow shelving unit or some floating shelves
Install a pocket door instead of an inswing model to capture some of the lost floor space.
Add sconce lights on either side of the mirror, and separate lighting for the shower and toilet areas.
Why it works: The large 48″ vanity gives you a bathroom with more counter space and storage.
6×8 Open Center Bathroom With Neo-Angle Corner Shower and Full Vanity Design
This design features an open center space that makes the bathroom feel larger by using a space-saving neo-angle shower, corner toilet, and vanity on the opposite side.
Layout Details: This bath layout leaves the middle of the room so it’s easy to access the shower, toilet, or vanity whenever you need them. Since everything’s pushed to the perimeter, it makes the room feel well-designed and pleasant to use. The corner shower is 36″ x 36″, which is not huge, but its neo-angle design with an angled door saves space. The neo-angle enclosure is placed in the upper left corner, and in the lower left is the toilet that faces the vanity. The toilet is placed so it is not in the direct line of sight when the entry door is open, offering some extra sense of privacy. The 42″ x 21″ vanity has its own wall and feels substantial, and provides the sole storage for the space.
Dimensions:
Room size: 6′ x 8′ (72″ x 96″)
Neo-angle corner shower: 36″ x 36″ (with an angled front)
Vanity: 42″ x 21″ (on its own dedicated wall)
Toilet nook: 3′ x 4′ (36″ x 48″)
Open center space: approx. 27″ wide
Entry door: inswing style
Design Tips:
Choose a neo-angle shower with clear glass to help further enlarge the look of the room, or select a subtle frosted model if you want more privacy.
The toilet’s positioned so there’s a little privacy from the door, but if you want more separation, you could add a half-wall or some frosted glass between the toilet and the entry.
Select a vanity that is 42 inches and pair it with a vessel sink if you want the most counter space. Just remember, they are a bit harder to keep clean due to their nooks and crannies.
A tall, narrow cabinet that goes floor-to-ceiling will fit directly to the right of the entry for extra storage capacity for toiletries to keep them concealed.
Add floating shelves above the toilet for other essential items if needed.
Why it works: The bathroom feels wider because there is an open space in the middle, the shower is angled, and the toilet is out of the way.
6×8 Accessible Friendly Bathroom and Shower Layout
This bath design uses a sliding door that opens directly facing the vanity that shares a wall with a larger shower, so the space is more accessible to users.
Layout Details: This bathroom is designed for those with mobility issues, people using wheelchairs or walkers, people recovering from surgery, and elderly folks. And this layout actually thinks about those people by starting with a 48-inch wide entry. These four full feet are not just “technically code-compliant,” they’re generous enough that you could get a wheelchair through there without any problems. Once you’re in, there’s actual floor space for maneuvering to all of the fixtures. The shower area takes up the entire top left section and measures 60″ x 36,” and since it’s barrier-free, there’s no curb to step over or lip to trip on. It gives a smooth transition from the bathroom floor into the shower, and for someone in a wheelchair, it’s the difference between independence and needing help. The toilet’s in its standard nook on the left, but notice how much clear space there is around it. There’s space for grab bars and a transfer space if someone’s moving from a wheelchair. The vanity is tucked up in the upper right corner and is positioned so there’s clearance underneath. An accessible vanity often offers the needed knee clearance so someone in a wheelchair can actually roll up to the sink to use it.
Dimensions:
Room size: 6′ x 8′ (72″ x 96″)
Entry width: 48″ (wide enough for wheelchair access)
Barrier-free shower: 60″ x 36″ (no curb, no lip, no obstacles)
Toilet nook: 3′ x 4′ (36″ x 48″)
Center floor space: Approximately 54″ x 36″ (critical for turning radius)
Design Tips:
Use slip-resistant tile that’s textured in the shower with a linear drain that is sloped to the back so the enclosure can remain open.
For a truly accessible experience, you’re going to want grab bars on the shower’s walls and one on the side wall, and one behind the toilet.
Grab bars don’t have to look institutional; you can choose a hardware finish like oil-rubbed bronze, matte black, or brushed gold that matches your other fixtures and looks like part of the design.
Install a handheld showerhead and mount it on a slide bar so it can adjust to different heights.
Ensure the shower’s controls are within reach from both inside and outside the shower.
Add a motion detection lighting system and a hands-free or lever faucet that is easy to use.
For an accessible vanity, choose a model with knee clearance underneath that’s at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide, and 19 inches deep. That’s the minimum for a wheelchair to fit.
The sink also needs to be at the right height and should sit at 34 inches max from the floor to the rim.
Make sure there are insulated pipes underneath so no one burns their legs.
You will lose some storage with an accessible vanity without the cabinet base. So you’ll want some wall-mounted cabinets above the sink, with a tall, narrow cabinet somewhere else.
Flooring needs to be slip-resistant but not so textured that it’s difficult to roll a wheelchair. Textured tile works made from modern vinyl usually work well for this purpose. Avoid anything super glossy or those tiny mosaic tiles with a million grout lines that don’t work well for wheels.
Make sure your light switches and outlets are at accessible heights. This is lower than you’d usually put them. And if you’re installing an outlet near the sink, make sure it’s GFCI protected and positioned where someone can reach it.
For the entry, go with a pocket door, slider, or barn door. Anything that doesn’t swing into the bathroom and get in the way.
For mirror placement, you may want to tilt it slightly or mount it lower for best visibility from different heights.
Why it works: It’s an accessible 6×8 bath layout that allows you to more easily access all of the elements without feeling crowded.
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