Handicap Shower ADA Seat Safety Products For The Neglected Bath Tub

Sunday, August 15th, 2010 at 4:53 pm

Have you had a good look at your Bath area lately? One efficient way to prevent slipping in the bathroom is by using handicap shower ADA seat while taking a bath. Your bathroom is surrounded by water. Being on one’s feet while taking a bath increases the risk of injury especially if you have physical restrictions. If you are on your seat while doing your day-to-day bathing ritual, there is no chance that you will slip or fall.

Most persons consider their Bath Room as a hideaway, a private sanctuary where one can sit back, relax, and revive oneself after a very long day. However, a few also look at the bathroom as an awfully dangerous area of the house. According to studies, one of the most neglected areas in the house when it comes to security plans is the bathing area. How could someone forget to make it a secure place for everybody in the house?

Among the members of your household, the old, disabled, and the injured are the typical victims of accidents in the bathroom. Slippery tiles, hard ceramic surfaces, and wet floors are the most common reasons of spills in the shower area. Anyone who has slipped in the shower will tell you how hazardous it is for these individuals to walk around the bathroom unaided.

There are types of handicapped seats with padded seats for those who are searching for a soft surface while taking a bath. Some even have cutout seats for those who want to wash their undersides. In the meantime, some shower chairs can be folded up so the user can store the bath seat in the shelves in case shower space is small. The handicap shower ADA seat is a bath safety bench wrapped in white powder plated steel, has a large seat with drainage holes, and comes with a backrest for additional ease. It is made up of a light aluminum frame, with suction-style tips and angled legs for added stability. With a handicap shower ADA seat like this, everyone in your household can delight in bathe less the strain. For the disabled and the old, the chairs can cleanse in privacy and take their time in enjoying the splash of water.

Aside from obtaining a bath seat for your bathroom, there are also other simple ways that you can do to change your bathroom into a safe refuge. For your slippery tiles, if renovation is underway, change your floor with non-slip ones. As a temporary but effective solution, place rubber-backed bathroom rugs to cover the main areas of the floor and tub. Situate bathroom necessities nearby, preferably waist-high. Keep those that are unnecessary inside the cupboards. For furniture with pointy edges, consider covering the edges with rubber or any material that would avoid further injury in case of a fall. Keep electrical appliances, like blower, and electrical wiring secured. In addition, check if the pathway going to the bathroom is properly illuminated, especially at night.

Bathroom can be both comforting and secure for everone in the house. If you have been overlooking this area of the house for years, maybe it is time to consider looking at your bathroom for your peace of mind and for the safety of all in the home.

Gene Medame is a writer and interior designer. Among his circle, he is known for decorating safe and compact spaces, especially for the seniors and handicapped. In his recent design, he placed a handicap shower ADA seat for the home of a married couple since they wanted something functional, practical, and safe for their bathroom. Handicap shower ADA seat and other bath seat products are available at Medame.com or you can call 888-787-6554 for product inquiries.

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