Fold Down Shower Benches

ADA shower benches make bathing easier

ADA approved shower benches help make bathing and showering easier and safer for the elderly, individuals with mobility issues and those who want a spa-like experience. The wet, slippery surfaces of many bathtubs and shower units cause many household accidents each year. A fold down shower bench offers you safety and comfort.

1. A fold down shower seat gives individuals a convenient place to sit while bathing when rising from the bottom of the bathtub is difficult.
2. Fold down shower seats are easy to get out of the way for other family members who may not need the extra support.
3. A folding shower bench gives extra stability to individuals with balance issues or other injuries.
4. Teak shower benches give a spa experience to an ordinary bathroom.

ADA shower benches meet the requirements for the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you run a health care facility, hotel or other business where individuals will be bathing, you need to make sure that you have appropriate fold down shower seats or shower benches for individuals who may need them.

 

Mount a fold down shower bench to save room in the shower

Fold down seats can be adjusted when you want to use them and left up when you don't. These versatile units work great when several people share the same shower over time such as in a motel room where not everyone will want to use the bench.
Try: Rehabmart has a four legged shower bench that can be folded up against the wall of a shower. Plumbing Supply also has wall mounted shower seats.

Look for durable shower benches that won't rust or corrode

Choose materials for your shower bench that are easy to clean and that won't rust in the wet environment of the shower. All metal parts, like screws and bolts, should be covered with protective materials.
Try: Consider the various shower bench options at Ameds. Carex-Rubbermaid shower benches won’t rust and are easy to clean.

Choose non-skid ADA shower benches

For your guests' safety, look for non-skid legs and support systems. If you mount a fold down shower seat in the shower, you avoid this problem. However, for baths, shower benches often make more sense.
Try: LifeSolutions Plus has a range of non-skid fold down shower seats and benches. SpinLife also has non-skid shower seats with hand holds to give your greater stability.

Create a spa-like experience with wooden shower benches

Attractive wood benches can add safety and style to the bathroom. Create a spa experience with a luxurious bathroom and wooden bench in the shower.
Try: Choose one of the wood folding shower seats from PlumbingProducts to get the versatility of a folding seat and the luxury of wood. TeakWorks 4U has a number of different styles of teak benches.

 

• Most fold down shower seats and benches have weight limits for give you an indication of how much weight it can support. If you are seeking a shower bench for a larger individual, you'll need to make sure you choose one that has the appropriate weight limit.

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