The bathroom is an essential part of the house as it serves as a private space for grooming and personal hygiene. It can also serve as a place for rejuvenation and relaxation after an exhausting day. However, it is also one of the places in your house that pose the greatest risk to your personal safety. 

Aside from minimizing the risk of injuries due to slips and falls that may occur, improving the accessibility of your bathroom can also benefit people with mobility issues—for example, those with disabilities, temporarily or permanently injured, the very young, and the elderly. 

EZ Baths & Walk-In Tubs provides top-quality products for convenient and affordable bathroom remodeling. Our goal is to help homeowners experience the joy of a better bathroom, especially for those living with mobility issues that face a higher risk of injury in a traditional bathroom setting. In this article, we’ll share some of our favorite bathroom modifications for improving the safety and accessibility of your bathroom space. 

Bathtub Replacement For A More Comfortable Bath 

If you are considering a bathtub replacement project with the primary focus of making your bathroom more accessible, walk-in tubs are highly recommended. Such types are those that have a swing-open door to allow people to step into the tub. With this, those with limited mobility or are injured would find it much easier to walk into and out of the tub. 

Furthermore, walk-in tubs feature built-in seating so users can relax and stand up more conveniently when done with their bath. When choosing your bathtub replacement, make sure that it is made with the strongest acrylic that is resistant to molds and mildew, as well as chipping, cracking, and peeling. 

Shower Replacement For Those With Mobility Issues 

Aside from replacing your bathtub with more accessible options, it is also highly recommended to get a shower replacement. A zero-threshold shower stall is better for those with mobility issues because this roll-in shower type doesn’t have any barriers that users should step over. This also means that it is easy to use for those in a wheelchair. 

Add Bathroom Accessories 

If you have a limited budget, simply adding small upgrades such as EZ Baths accessories can significantly improve your bathroom’s accessibility. These accessible ADA-compliant accessories include: 

  • Sturdy grab bars placed near the toilet 
  • Non-slip bathtub and shower treads 
  • Non-slip bath mats 
  • Durable shower seat 
  • Handheld shower heads that people can use while sitting down 

Improving Toilet Accessibility

According to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ideal toilet should be between 17 and 19 inches high. Such height will make it convenient for people with disabilities to sit down to and stand up from the toilet. If you don’t have the budget to replace your current toilet with an ADA- compliant one,  you can also add height to your toilet to make it more accessible. 

Your Trusted Provider of Bathroom Remodeling Products and Services 

If you are looking for a company with a proven track record of excellent results, contact Bath Planet today. Since 1999, we have been striving to achieve the highest level of customer satisfaction by providing durable and stylish acrylic products that can withstand the test of time. 

With our consistent improvements in the quality of our products, we managed to earn the prestigious Good Housekeeping Seal which is one of the most widely recognized consumer symbols in the United States. To learn more about how Bath Planet can help you with your bathroom remodeling needs, contact us today or fill out this online form to request for a free and accurate quote.