Compare furniture and everyday objects by height
6 furniture and everyday objects, from a ceiling down to a water bottle, each saying what was measured and who published it. Open one to compare it with your height.
6 heights in this selection. Sorting ranks this selection only; it does not identify world records. Equal listings share a height.
Ceiling
at least 7 ft 0 in (213.4 cm)
A ceiling is at least 7 ft 0 in (213.4 cm) from the floor in a living room, bedroom or hallway, under the International Residential Code.
Closet rod
70 in (177.8 cm)
A single closet rod is 70 in (177.8 cm) from the floor, in ClosetMaid’s advice.
Counter stool
24 in (61 cm) to 26 in (66 cm)
A counter stool is 24 in (61 cm) to 26 in (66 cm) from the floor to the top of the seat.
Shower head
78 in (198.1 cm)
A shower head is 78 in (198.1 cm) from the floor of the tub to the shower arm it screws onto.
Water bottle
7.5 in (19.1 cm) to 8.9 in (22.6 cm)
Standard 16.9 fl oz (500 mL) water bottles are 7.5 in (19.1 cm) to 8.9 in (22.6 cm) from the base to the top of the cap, across eight brands measured by Royal Vendors, a vending-machine maker.
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