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November 30, 2023
Safety should always be a top priority for both residential and commercial/public bathrooms. The #1 cause of injury for older adults is slipping & falling when entering or exiting the shower over the bathtub wall. Aside from ensuring there is adequate lighting and non-slip bath mats, there are two key safety features that go hand-in-hand and should be added in every bathroom.
1. Grab Bars: Grab bars provide support and stability while getting in and out of the shower or bathtub, using the toilet, and standing up from a seated position. Every bathroom should have grab bars installed near the toilet, in the shower and in the bathtub. You should always choose grab bars that are made of a durable, long-lasting and corrosion-resistant material, such as stainless steel, and you should ensure the grab bars are professionally mounted and secured to the walls for effective safety.
You can take a look at the variety of grab bar styles, sizes and colors here: Grab Bars
Here are placement guides to give you a sense for exactly how many and where the grab bars should be placed in your bathroom:
2. Shower Seats: Shower seats provide a stable place to sit while showering, which can help to prevent slips & falls, especially for elderly folks and people with balance or mobility issues. Slips & falls in the shower are the leading cause of injuries for older adults given these are often very slippery environments. Shower seats help combat that risk by providing a secure place to sit and bathe.
You can take a look at the variety of shower seat styles and materials here: Shower Seats
Overall, if you are looking to enhance the safety measures of your residential or commercial bathroom, you should add grab bars and shower seats. These two safety features complement each other while providing different types of support to bathroom users depending on their needs. Keep in mind, these safety features support everyone, not just older adults and those with mobility issues.
In order to make your bathroom as safe as possible, we highly recommend professional installation for both safety features. If you need help finding a professional to install grab bars, we’ve made it super easy for you! Just fill out this Grab Bar Installation Request Form and within a few hours one of our installers from our network of over 500 independent professional grab bar installers across the United States will get in touch with you.
