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"Selected for their ease of installation, a strong structural base and integrated wood backing , barrier-free showers are ideal for both residential and commercial use for the disabled and those aging in place." Those who require modifications to their bathroom to accommodate a disability, injury or who are aging in place will find this guide to bathroom modifications solutions very helpful; key products already approved by United Disabilities Services . Independence in the bathroom is one of the most challenging tasks for accessibility and safety in the home. No matter the disability, the bathroom is almost always one of the most challenging rooms in which to maneuver. It is difficult to feel at home, much less feel safe, if you don't have secure access in your own bathroom. Achieving safety and independence with bathroom modifications is possible with the right products, but there are added benefits as well. For example: Customization: Modifying a bathroom is, by de...

Walk-in showers are mostly preferred for the ease of access they provide. This makes it a perfect choice for homes where a physically challenged or elderly person stays . Here's more about walk-in showers and design ideas for the same. The Advantages Walk-in showers, as the name suggests, are simply the bathing areas where you can 'walk-in'. No need to step up or step in. The flooring of the shower can be made of tiles, or a separate shower pan can be installed. A slight slope towards the shower drain is commonly made to avoid water coming out of the shower area. Features like, a hand shower, easily accessible shelves , shower fixtures, and knobs, make a perfect shower area for the elderly. You can further customize and add features for more convenience. The Designs * Press F5 to reset the slideshow. While you design a walk-in shower for an older person, make sure that you always remember the 'convenience' factor. Right from the entrance to the interiors, all thi...

American Bath Enterprises , Inc. (“ABE”), the makers of AmeriWall™ and AccessaBath™, recently unveiled new ADA- compliant shower stall kits . These bath safety shower systems are shower stall kits and shower enclosure solutions for the physically challenged who have mobility or safety concerns . Those with mobility challenges, or other disabilities, can bathe in comfort and feel safe in these barrier-free showers. The ADA- compliant shower stall kits from ABE features wheelchair shower accessibility , padded folding seat with stainless steel frame , three stainless steel grab bars , single handle chrome plated mixing valve with scald-guard, and a height adjustable, hand- held shower head . The shower stalls kit is backed by ABE’s limited five-year warranty. The reinforced AmeriWall™ acrylic panels of these ADA- compliant shower stall kits are designed to look like four- inch square textured ceramic tile with interlocking leak- proof corner seams . ABE offers installation by a...