Beat bathroom challenges with safe and stylish fixes

ADAPTING a bathroom can greatly improve quality of life as we grow older, or face healthrelated limitations. But what’s the best way to go about it? That rather depends on the challenges you are facing.

Is it hard to get in and out of the bath, or is the edge of your shower tray an obstacle? Are you worried you might slip and fall in the bathroom?

With the UK population ageing, more bathrooms need to be made accessible. Here are some of the options a specialist bathroom adaptation provider such as EA Mobility could fit for you, following a free, no-obligation home assessment.

∎ BATH LIFT: Used with your existing bath, choices range from retracting belt lifts to inflatable bath cushions.

∎ WALK-IN BATH: This provides low-level access through a watertight door and the option of an integral fixed or powered riseand-fall seat and shower. Add spa massage, chromotherapy and a Bluetooth sound system for an enhanced bathing experience.

∎ LEVEL ACCESS SHOWER: The tray sits almost flush with the bathroom floor and has a lip of 10mm or less, meaning it is even accessible to a wheelchair without assistance. It can sit in the footprint of an old bath or shower, and a carer-height shower screen can be added if required.

∎ SLIP-RESISTANT SHOWER TRAY: Exchanging your shower tray for one with a permanent slipresistant surface will eliminate slipping worries.

∎ SHOWER-PROOF BOARDING: As an alternative to grouted tiles, PVC boarding is completely waterproof and much easier to keep clean.

∎ WET ROOM: Obstacles such as a shower tray edge or door are eliminated, allowing easy access even to wheelchair users while creating real wow factor.

∎ SMART TOILET: This can be raised to a comfortable height and includes warm water and air options. Add a grab rail or dropdown rail for assistance with getting up.

∎ BODY DRYER: A warm air body dryer allows you to effortlessly dry your entire body without assistance.