Why Are Grab Rails Important In Bathrooms?

Grab rails and shower safety handles can be essential for people with reduced strength or balance, pain or low sight. They offer extra support and help reduce the risk of slips and falls in the bathroom. Grab rails for bathrooms can also help ease pressure or strain on joints when standing up to get in or out of the bath or shower.

There are different types of grab rails available for different bathroom needs. They can usually be explored in three categories: vertical, horizontal and angled. Keep reading to find out how different grab rails work in showers and baths, and get one step closer to your perfect match.

Vertical bathroom grab rails provide support when pulling into a standing position. They can be positioned beside toilets, baths, or seated showers, offering improved stability and confidence when standing up.

Angled bathroom grab rails can be positioned for support in various bathroom scenarios. They can be used as forearm support when standing up, which can be particularly helpful for people with hand or wrist pain.

They can also be used for steadying support when moving around the bathroom, providing something to hold onto and letting users maintain contact with the rail at different heights. Angled grab rails are a versatile choice for all-round stability.

Grab rails can be used in different bathroom areas to create a safe environment and improve independence. Learn how to install bathroom grab rails in various places when you keep reading.

Vertical or angled grab rails can provide support at the bath’s entrance point, making it easier to pull into a standing position. Horizontal grab rails can also be positioned along the bath’s rim for extra support when lowering into the tub.

For toilets, vertical grab bars can offer assistance when lowering down and getting up from a seated position. If pushing is easier, a horizontal grab bar at the side of the toilet can be a helpful addition to the bathroom.

Angled grab bars can make it even easier to pull yourself up, letting you decide whether pulling or pushing is easier with every use. Angle the bar away from thetoilet for maximum support.

You can find more shower and bathroom aids for accessible bathrooms in our guide, or explore our range of showers to find an accessible option for your home. The Mira Advance (8.7 kW) Electric Shower is built with independent living in mind, while our digital showers feature thermostatic temperature stability to ensure safety.