Shower Benches

Everyone knows that the bathroom is one of the most dangerous areas of the house, and its hazards are compounded when you’re considering mobility issues. The slick tile and numerous sharp corners are an accident just waiting to happen. One of the most difficult tasks in the bathroom for people with mobility issues is taking a bath or shower.

Getting into and out of the tub is extremely hazardous, and standing for several minutes during a shower isn’t an option for many people either. A transfer bench can solve this dilemma, especially for people confined to a wheelchair. Since you can simply slide across the bench to get into the tub or shower, there’s no need to lift the person or risk walking on slippery surfaces.

Everybody knows that Moen is a name that means quality kitchen and bathroom faucets. Not many people realize that Moen makes a wide variety of shower safety products as well.

Some of the Moen bath products:

1. The Moen Premium Transfer Bench has an innovative leg design for superior stability. The spacious seat has a rounded end for easy transfer and an ergonomic back design for complete comfort.

2. Moen Secure Lock Tub Grip has a 350 pound weight capacity and will not harm the side of your tub.

3. Moen Locking Dual Tub Grip has a simple clamp that offers tool free installation.

4. Moen Premium Shower Chair is comfortable and easy to clean and comes with a shower sprayer holder and accessory basket.

5. Moen Adjustable Shower Chair is height adjustable from 15″ to 21″ and fits most tubs and showers 18″ wide.

6. Moen Adjustable Bath Bench features a non-slip seat surface with built in drainage system and heavy-duty anodized legs.

7. Moen Folding Mesh Shower Seat is ideal for travel as it only weighs four pounds!

8. Moen Hand-Held Shower Head w/Palm Feature offers three spray functions with shower massage or water-saving pause and includes a 7-Ft. flexible hose.

9. Moen Shower Head provides a lightweight, soft-grip handle with safety strap for a secure grip.

Moen has many bath products to make your bathroom safer.

If you need a transfer bench and are concerned about legs jutting into your bathroom walkway and posing a tripping hazard, you will want to consider a Snap and Save Sliding Tub Mount transfer bench.

The Snap and Save Sliding Tub Mount transfer bench has several great features that set it apart from other transfer benches. This transfer bench clamps directly to the tub side for the ultimate in space-saving and safety. With no legs outside the tub, there are no worries that anyone will trip. Small bathrooms will definitely benefit from increased walkway space.

The best part of the Snap and Save Sliding Tub Mount transfer bench is as the name implies. You simply sit on the bench, fasten the safety strap, press to unlock, and then slide into the perfect shower position. Once the lock is in place again, you are ready to enjoy a refreshing shower. There is no uncomfortable sliding of bare skin on plastic, the Snap and Save Sliding Tub Mount transfer bench does all the work for you.

There are several kinds of transfer benches available for those confined to a wheelchair. As a transfer bench enables direct access to the shower straight from the wheelchair, it is important to select the best one for you.

Padded transfer benches are great for those who need extra comfort on the seat area. Sliding transfer benches are ideal for those unable to slide on their own across the transfer bench due to discomfort or very limited function. The sliding transfer bench can make a caretaker’s job much easier, especially if a wife is caring for her much larger husband.

For those with space issues, there are transfer benches that attach directly to the side of the tub. With no legs in the walkway, tripping risk in the bathroom is also reduced.

Transfer benches with toilet seats are also space savers as they eliminate the need for both a single toilet chair and a separate transfer bench.

No matter which style you choose, you will not be disappointed in the safety benefits that your transfer bench will provide.

As we age, our bodies lose muscle. Not only do we have decreased physical strength, but we also become more sensitive to touch. My coworker’s elderly mother complains that even brushing her hair hurts. This extra sensitivity for pain is a reason why many bath safety products are designed with comfort in mind.

 Padded transfer benches are available to assist from wheelchair straight to shower in complete ease. Thick padding covers the entire bench seating area for the utmost in comfort.

 Transfer benches are also available to do the sliding for you. Sometimes the act of sliding across a bench can be very uncomfortable, especially to those without much muscle for support. By sitting in the specially designed seat, it is possible to slide into the shower position with no duress on a delicate derriere.

 Shower chairs are also available with an extra padded seat and ergonomic design for a pain free shower experience. Don’t allow the fear of discomfort to limit your ability to take care of your basic hygiene needs. Padded transfer benches and shower chairs will make your shower pleasant.

In the next twenty years, 1 in 5 Americans will be 65 years old or older. This increase in older citizens will require more safety innovations for around the house. No room in your home requires more attention than the bath.

A shower chair is the first step to a safer bathroom. Sturdy legs and feet keep the chair firmly in place while you are seated to bathe. With no more worries of tiring out during your shower, you can relax and take your time.

Transfer benches allow those in a wheelchair to slide from the wheelchair straight to a seat in the shower. A transfer bench has all the benefits of a shower chair, while allowing for greater mobility for a wheelchair bound individual. Some transfer benches even have sliding seats for even easier use. Others offer a built in toilet to eliminate the need for both a toilet chair and a transfer bench.

Grab bars and tub rails are a necessity for a safe bathroom. A firm grip as you enter or exit the tub increases your sense of security. There are grab bar configurations to meet the need of every space. Many grab bars and tub rails offer tool free installation. There are even grab bars created specifically to help you get up from the toilet.

It is easy to make your bath safer using any or all of the items discussed.

Hardly anyone has a palatial bathroom like you see on television. A cramped bathroom can really present a problem to someone with a mobility issue. There are many bath safety products created with small spaces in mind.

The Snap-N-Save Sliding Tub Mount Transfer Bench w/Swivel Seat is a perfect example of a design for smaller bathrooms. While a traditional transfer bench has legs both inside and outside the tub, the Snap-N-Save clamps directly to the side of the tub. No legs extend into the walkway. Not only space saving, this transfer bench eliminates a potential tripping hazard as well.

Shower stools are also perfect for a small bath. Most of these lightweight stools weigh less than a gallon of milk and are easily moved by children, adults, and senior citizens. Shower stools fit conveniently in a tub enclosure or in a shower stall.

Shower chairs come in many portable designs that can be folded for storage. When the shower chair is folded and stored in a linen closet or under the bed, it is not taking up valuable space in the bathroom. Folding these shower chairs also makes them less awkward to remove from the bathroom, enabling their transport with less worry of scratching the walls and doors.

Don’t shy away from safety just because your bathroom is small, there are many options to make your bathroom fit for a king!

For the last few years my parents’ health has been deteriorating rapidly, so my wife and I recently helped them move into our house. This allows us to assist them with many of the daily tasks that had become a burden, such as cooking food and cleaning the house. In order to provide them the highest level of comfort, I took the liberty of outfitting our home with several products to improve their mobility.

First, I installed a ramp by the front door so that my mom could gain easy access with her walker. The bathroom is obviously a trouble area for people with mobility issues, so I installed several grab bars and padded all of the sharp corners. I even purchased a couple of transfer benches, allowing them to safely and easily get in and out of the shower without assistance.

Transfer benches provide a safe means of exiting a wheelchair and getting in the shower. By sliding across the padded seat, you can actually get from wheelchair to shower without standing. Some transfer benches even come with a built-in toilet seat. There are several advantages to the purchase of a combination transfer bench and toilet.

By implementing the transfer bench/toilet combination in your bath safety routine, you are eliminating the need for two separate pieces–this will save not only money, but space. Transfer benches are relatively large and do not normally breakdown for easy storage. Adding a separate toilet chair doubles the space requirements.

The transfer bench/toilet combination also makes for easier access to the private parts for cleaning. It is not necessary to rise from the bench to have a caretaker wash these areas as they are now accessible through the toilet hole.

The final advantage is being able to safely transfer from the wheelchair to the toilet part of the bench and use the toilet. Most traditional bathroom designs just do not have the area around the toilet needed to accommodate a wheelchair transfer. A transfer bench/toilet combination is a great way to respond to all of your bathroom needs.

The idea of a shower stool that has a swiveling seat is quite ingenious. You can enter the tub straight on without worrying about turning around to be seated after you’ve entered the tub. This greatly decreases your chances of a fall. You can simply sit down on the chair and then turn the seat and your body toward the faucet. It’s like a giant lazy Susan!

Also ingenious is the transfer bench with sliding mechanism. Even those of us without severe mobility issues can have trouble scooting across a plastic or upholstered seat. This is even harder when you are undressed and ready to bathe. Once you have moved from the wheelchair to the Snap-N-Save Sliding transfer bench, the seat can slide you on rails to the proper shower position. There is a strap for safety and the seat locks in place. You simply reverse the process to get back to your wheelchair.

Everyday new ideas come forth to make your bath safer and these are two great ones!