Bathrooms to suit the those with a disability, mobility issues or the elderly |
At Quality Bathrooms & KItchens we fully understand all aspects of bathing and bathroom design and specialise in design and fitting of bathrooms to suit the those with a disability or with mobility issues and the elderly.
If you or a member of your household is elderly or has a physical disability, even maneuvering in the bathroom can be difficult, if not impossible. By making a few adjustments and installing the specialist products, you can make life much more comfortable. Quality Bathrooms & Kitchens specialise in fitting bathrooms for people with mobility difficulties. This focuses mainly on the following elements of bathroom design: Walk-In Bathtubs - a walk-in bathtub with a door is far easier and safer to enter than a conventional bathtub. Instead of having to step over a tub wall that can be as high as several feet. |
Walk-In Showers - it's possible to build a bathroom and steam shower with a floor on level with the rest of your house allowing for wheelchair access and extremely easy entrance by foot. Shower seats offer extra stability from slipping.
Seats & Grab Bars - Shower seats and grab bars offer extra stability from slipping. This bathroom requires less space and would be good for an elderly or disabled person who was not wheelchair bound. Industry compliant grab bars should be installed in the bathtub, shower, and around the toilet. Sink with Wheelchair Access - Consideration for individuals who use wheelchairs is often overlooked when it comes to positioning the bathroom wash basin. Quality Bathrooms & Kitchens recommend an ideal height for an individual in a wheelchair is to position the basin at approximately 30". We can help design and fit to suit the individual. |
Toilet Height - The standard 15-17 inch height of most contemporary toilets causes problems for many individuals with physical disabilities. Quality Bathrooms & Kitchens is able to supply and fit elevated seats using specialist toilets and add-on's.
Non Slip Flooring - Non Slip-proof flooring is available for both the bathtub, shower, and bathroom floor. Adding a slip-proof coating to the bathroom floor is a simple and affordable way to make the bathroom safer. Bathroom Entrance - In order to make it easy for an elderly or disabled individual to enter and exit, the bathroom should have a zero-step entrance without a door. If privacy is considered important, a sliding door can be used, but a curtain or wraparound entrance that provides privacy without a physical obstacle is preferable. Quality Bathrooms & Kitchens are able to consider easy access when planning your bathroom. |