Public Space: Men's Bathroom
...hanced by the design of these public spaces. Most men’s bathrooms are situated with many urinals on one side, while the stalls are on the opposite. Each urinal is spaced apart by about a foot and a half, while the public space of a person is three. Each man needs his own space so that he can feel comfortable in an already exposed environment. To ensure that each man has their own privacy, a buffer space must be provided. Each man must keep the greatest possible distance away from another. When multiple people are inside, men alternate each urinal, allowing the guaranteed buffer space. When no slots are open, you should never crowd the urinal area because there can always be some stalls open to access. Don't start unzipping until you're protected by the privacy of the urinal and do not step back until you've closed your pants again. No one wants to be the one called a fairy caught checking out the other guys. Another rule while using the urinal is that all eye contact must either is towards the wall or ceiling. There should be no looking towards another man’s stall because that will once again cause an awkward scene. After many years of using public restrooms, it is easy to observe that men usually follow these urinal guidelines. Although some might believe that as soon as the bathroom stop is over that it is ok to do as you please, but these rules are just the tip of the iceberg. What I have come to also observe in male restrooms is that most men only wash their hands on certain instances. When there are not many people in a bathroom and no one else can see them, most men do not wash their hand. But when the bathroom is packed, they do not want to seem unsanitary in front of others, so they wash their hands. In other situations, it is more likely for a man to wash his hands after“#2” then“#1”. This has been through close observation in a bathroom over many years. After close examination, it is safe to say that most men are only sanitary in the presence of other people. It is funny to look at a guy as he finishes his business as he quickly glances around waiting for his opportunity to leave without washing his hands. After awhile it becomes quite comical. The next rule involving bathroom etiquette is the reduction of mirror time. Men are not known for their constant good grooming and inside the bathroom we need as much space as possible. Taking up a lot of time in front of the mirror takes up more space then is needed. A quick glance in the mirror is permissible, but absolutely don't spend a significant time arranging hair, clothing, etc. Zit popping is only allowed after checking to see nobody else is around. This is because the sinks are not spaced apart by a good amount and it can cause some messy situations. Men do not keep their bathrooms clean in the first place, so by taken the time of “clea...