Safety, comfort and peace of mind. It's engineered into every Moen Home Care® product at ELDERLUXE.
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easy tool–free installation
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supports up to 300 lbs.
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complies with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) specifications
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seat measures 20" wide x 18" deep
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17" leg width
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15" to 21" adjustable height fits a variety of tub and shower styles
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non–slip seat surface
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glacier finish for a bright, clean white look
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limited lifetime warranty
More Information on Choosing Shower or Tub Seats
The primary difference between a tub seat and a shower seat is the seat height. Most units intended for tub use are in the 6 to 16 inch range while shower models are normally approximately 20 to 21 inches high.
The seat height for the tub model is intended to position the seat approximately level with the tub wall. Seat heights that are significantly lower than this often pose a problem for the user when it comes time to exit the tub. From these lower positions, body mechanics are bad for both user and attendant, creating the potential for a serious accident. One slip and the user and the attendant may end up in adjoining hospital beds.
The objection frequently arises that this seat height prevents the user from taking a "real tub bath". They cannot sit and soak in the warm water. This is certainly a valid statement. Bathing at this height usually requires the use of a hand shower. The fact remains that the more you lower the seat height below the wall of the tub, the more difficult it is for the user to get down to, and up from, the bath seat. this obviously results in the seat providing less and less assistance, thus creating greater risk of injury.
Installation
Installation of the standard bath seat consists simply of placing it in the tub in the appropriate position. This is usually near the end opposite the faucets. Most bath seats have rubber or plastic feet that are slip resistant but certainly not slip proof. Wiping these feet with alcohol removes any oil or grease, and enhances the slip resistant characteristics. The feet should be cleaned initially on a new product and cleaning should be repeated periodically during regular use. It is also important to keep the bathtub clean and free of soap film to help prevent slipping.In spite of all precautions to prevent slipping, it is important that the user understand the necessity to exert force only straight down in a vertical direction when sitting down, or rising from the seat. Any significant force in a horizontal direction is likely to cause the seat to slip or even to tip over. These are relatively light weight products and they are not anchored to the tub in any way.
Learn More: Shower Seats and Bath Seating and Benches
Shower Seats are simple solutions that are designed to allow persons to sit while enjoying a shower. Constructed of materials that are water repellent and resistant, shower seats make it possible for persons who have difficulty standing to still enjoy all the benefits of taking a shower in the privacy of their own bathrooms. There are different models of the shower seat that will work in just about any size shower stall, including types that are easily stored away when not in use.
The most basic of all shower seat designs is the
shower chair. The chair is usually constructed of sturdy but lightweight resin materials. Resembling a simple straight back chair, it is possible to purchase shower chairs with or without arms. Most models will include section devices on the feet of the chair, helping to minimize the chance for sliding or slipping one placed into the tub or shower stall. Because the resin material is water repellent and very light, it is easy to move the chair out of the shower enclosure when other members of the family wish to bathe.
Another type of shower seat is the
retractable seat. This is often a simple hinged seat that is attached to the wall of the shower stall. Many models are made from hardwoods that have been treated for water resistance. When needed, the seat simply swings down and locks into place. After completing the shower, the user returns the shower seat to the upright position against the wall. This shower seat model is a more or less permanent fixture in the shower stall, but it has the convenience of not requiring the removal of the seat when others wish to stand while taking a shower.
In some homes, the idea of a permanent ceramic shower seat has become popular. This is especially true when all the occupants of the home prefer to sit during a shower. The permanent seat is fixed in place and covered with easy to clean ceramic tile. Similar models are constructed with marble, granite, and even materials that are traditionally used for kitchen countertops. In all cases, a shower seat of this type will be waterproof, germ resistant and easy to clean with standard bathroom cleansers.
Prices on various types of shower seats will vary. The resin shower chairs are very inexpensive, and are ideal with temporary health issues make it more comfortable for people to shower while sitting down. The retractable hardwood seats are also relatively inexpensive, but should be installed by a professional. Permanent seats in the shower area tend to be the most expensive, but are well worth the cost if the need for sitting during daily hygiene is a necessity.