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There’s nothing better than sinking into a relaxing bubble bath after a long, hard day. Unfortunately, typical bathtubs can be limiting to seniors, and those with disabilities or chronic pain. Thankfully, walk-in bathtubs have become a popular solution to this frequent problem. Walk-in bathtubs have a tall, watertight door attached to the side of the tub which makes it easy for seniors, or those with disabilities, to step inside while reducing the risk of falls or injury. The built-in seating adds additional comfort and support. Once inside, the water can fill and drain, then the user can easily step out. With additional features like massage jets and easy-to-grip door handles, this walk-in bathtub is a perfect solution for those who struggle accessing a typical tub. Walk-in bathtubs are easy to install in an existing tub space. With an easy bathroom remodel, you can have a walk-in bathtub in your home in just a few days. The installs are fairly inexpensive and studies have shown that the walk-in bathtub can actually be cost-effective. The walk-in bathtub also features a re-circulation heater, which stabilizes the water temperature and helps pump hot water into the tub. This feature also enables “hydrotherapy”, and it can be extremely beneficial to seniors and those suffering from arthritis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “hydrotherapy involves the use of water for soothing pains and treating certain medical conditions.” Another great design feature of the walk-in tub is its wheelchair accessibility. According to the Retirement…
Each of our walk-in tubs comes equipped with lever style faucets to make it easy to use for all of our clients regardless of their physical abilities. By using levers you don’t have to squeeze or grip the faucets making them much easier to use as we age.
The walk-in tubs have a grab bar built right into the side of the tub increasing your safety while you are in the tub. It help to reduce the risk of accidents while you are sitting down and standing up inside the tub. It also help those who need the assistance of their arms to stand up and sit down safely.
Frameless glass enclosure can add class and style to your new shower. By eliminating the trim your glass enclosure will be much easier to clean and it will give the impression of spacious shower. Often called Euro glass these enclosures are made of a heavy duty clear glass with heavy duty hinges. The hinges and door handle come any a wide range of finishes to match your new shower fixtures.