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Convenience and Luxury in One

Any disability, due to age or injury, can put you at risk for taking a fall, since it lessens a body's flexibility. And falling is the leading cause of death among older adults. Since 1/3 of Americans over the age of 65 will take a tumble this year, it's a good idea to explore whatever options are available to lessen the possibility. Since the bathroom is one of the most hazardous rooms in the home, it makes sense to consider replacing the standard tub with a more user-friendly version that will allow access without posing a danger. Instead of struggling to lower yourself into a tub and then try to hoist yourself out of the water, you should consider a safer option. Here are some additional reasons to consider a bathtub shower:

What Are the Benefits?

A bathtub shower combination is a one-piece hybrid unit that offers the convenience of a shower when your time is limited, but also can allow you to enjoy the spa-like luxury of heated water with soothing jets to stimulate and nourish the skin when you have time for a more leisurely soak. With its low point of entry, you will no longer fear stubbing your toe or losing your balance as you climb over the side of the tub, or risk a fall on your way out as your wet feet make contact with a hard tile floor. A bathtub/shower combination unit comes equipped with safety features, such as grab bars in all the right places, dual heads so you can have access whether you're standing or sitting, a heated seat, quick-fill and quick release technology so you won't need to sit for minutes while the tub fills and drains, and anti-scald technology. The door should open inward, cutting down on the footprint of the unit, and should have a low point of entry for ease of getting in and out. 

What Else to Watch For

The unit should be made from acrylic with a gel coating to provide years of reliability. The floor should be an anti-skid surface, and the unit should have undergone rigorous testing and come with a lifetime warranty. Make sure to get the unit professionally installed by a company who guarantees their work. These are a few things to keep in mind when selecting a bathtub shower


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