Discover the Ease of a Walk In Tub
A walk in tub allows ease of access for those unable to bathe in a regular tub, including persons with physical challenges, limited mobility or the elderly. An individual capable of using a walker will have no problem using a walk-in tub by themselves.
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A walk in tub offers someone with limited mobility, who wants to remain self-sufficient while living in their own home, a great feeling of independence.
In addition, a walk in tub relieves the caregiver of having to lift or support an individual while helping them into a regular tub. If climbing over the side wall of a conventional tub presents a difficult or dangerous situation for you or someone you love, a walk in tub may be just the solution you were looking for.
Walk in tubs are higher than conventional tubs and have a unique feature – a door! You can walk into the tub, shut the door, sit down on the bench and fill the tub chest high with water. The unique seal around the door makes it water tight.
Things to consider when comparing walk in tubs:
-Will you need a right- or left-handed door? Also make sure that the latchs is easy for the bather to operate.
-Can the bather maneuver the ledge at the entryway? If the height is a problem, ask about an optional ramp.
-Sit in it! Check the height and contour of the tub seat for comfort.
- Check dimensions. Make sure, especially if you are remodeling an existing bathroom, that you have enough space to fit the new tub.
-Ask about safety features like slip resistant floors, safety bars and water temperature gages.
- If you want the walk in tub to also serve as a shower, ask about optional shower doors that fit the model you are interested in.
The best thing about the walk in tub is that individual who once needed assistance are able to bathe by themselves, with privacy and dignity. What a great invention!
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