The first step to making your bathroom accessible is to design a shower that is user-friendly. There are many different options available. Some of them are low-threshold, barrier-free, and roll-in.
Having an accessible shower is important for people with limited mobility. Here are some tips to help you design your shower.
Low-threshold showers
Low-threshold showers can improve a person’s quality of life and are easy to install. These showers can be custom-designed to fit a person’s needs and budget. They can include a variety of features, such as designer shower heads and drains. The only limitations are the individual’s imagination and the space available in the bathroom.
Low-threshold showers have just a small lip to step over and for those with mobility issues, there is only a tiny step.
They also have special pans to direct water away from the barrier. This prevents water from splashing over the barrier. When the shower door is completely open, the pan slopes slightly toward the traditional drain located in the shower floor. This prevents water from splashing over the barrier and overflowing in the shower.
Low-threshold showers for access provide a safe, accessible shower experience for people with various disabilities. The low threshold and hand grab rails make bathing easier and safer.
Roll-in or barrier-free showers
If you have a home that is not yet accessible to people with mobility disabilities, roll-in or barrier-free showers are a great way to make your home more accessible and are ideal for wheelchair users who can roll directly into the shower.
The shower floor is often level with the bathroom floor, although the floor may be slightly inclined toward the drain. This helps keep water within the shower area, preventing it from dripping into the rest of the bathroom.
These showers are accessible and come in many different styles. They can be installed with a wide variety of features, including bench seats and grab bars.
Bathrooms with roll-in showers are generally more spacious than bathrooms with standard showers due to the need to accommodate the wheelchair user.
They aren’t restricted to those with mobility issues however and can also be installed in all bathrooms for a modern and more upscale appearance. While most people install these showers for personal use, they come into their own when used to accommodate the needs of people with disabilities.
If you have a family with young children, you may also consider installing one so that they can get in and out of the shower without a problem.
Barrier-free showers are becoming increasingly popular as society moves towards an ageing population, and you may want to consider one for your bathroom.
Hinged, opening and closing curtain rail system, giving clients privacy within the showering area.
Hand-held showers
There are many benefits of hand-held showers and their relative affordability is certainly one of them.
If you are unable to stand up or reach the overhead showerhead, a handheld shower will allow you to do so from a seated position.
Hand-held showers make it easier to adjust water temperature and flow, which is especially beneficial for people with limited mobility. They are easy to install and can be installed by professionals or a homeowner with the right tools.
Combining a hand-held shower with a low-threshold or roll-in shower could provide you with just he solution you’re looking for.
Hoist friendly shower rails
For those people who are severely limited in their mobility and require a hoist for them to access a shower, then we recommend the installation of hoist friendly shower rails.
The Hinge Curtain Rail system is designed to be easy to use for home owners accessing showering or bathing areas in their own home. The rail is designed to be easily opened or closed around the user.
The accessible shower curtain system allows home owners to be hoisted into shower areas or onto showering / changing benches and then close the curtain around them.
You can buy these hoist friendly shower rail system on this website, either for your own home, if you’re buying for a local authority or if you’re a distributer or in the building trade.
If you’re looking to buy 5 or more, we also offer generous discount for bulk purchases, so explore our website fully and get in touch with us if you require more information.