The Roll In Shower – A Fort Collins Bathroom Remodeling Neccesity
For someone with limited mobility, especially a wheelchair user, bathing in a conventional shower can be challenging or even impossible. Traditional showers in Fort Collins have high curbs that may be too difficult for a person with disabilities to step over, and they cannot be used with a wheelchair. Also, trying to maneuver in a space that was designed for a standing body can be very problematic while seated, making routine hygiene a dreaded chore rather than an enjoyable experience.
The frustration of not being able to perform a hygiene regimen effectively is troubling enough, but mobility-challenged users of standard showers are also at higher risk of suffering from shower-related mishaps which can cause severe injuries, especially for the elderly. Perfecto can solve the problems faced by the wheelchair user or others who cannot easily use a standard shower by installing a roll in shower that is perfect for every need.
The roll in shower is an open Fort Collins shower design that has no raised curb to impede a wheelchair’s entrance. These showers also offer various accessibility options to make bathing easier for someone who is seated or unable to move freely.
A devastating aspect of becoming wheelchair-bound is the perception that personal independence has been lost. This can take its toll, both emotionally and mentally, on someone who was formerly able to care for themselves without assistance. A bathroom that is customized for the wheelchair user can help to restore their independence and the self-confidence that may have been damaged by mobility limitations. The curb-free shower can provide effortless entrance and exit, while giving the assurance of greater safety to those vulnerable to accidents in a traditional shower environment.
There are a variety of available models, and Perfecto can customize the roll in shower for every individual’s needs. Some features are generally standard. Secure grab bars are attached to the shower walls within easy reach of the user. These can be utilized to assist in transferring, help prevent slips and falls and offer support for repositioning the body during bathing. Conventional showers may require a full range of motion for operation of the shower body– even those with add-on handheld shower heads. An alternative configuration places the control within hand’s reach of the seated bather. Having the shower body conveniently positioned can allow the user complete access to altering the water temperature and force without having to stand or reach up. Other options, like a hanging sink, can also be useful– and can provide convenient access for smaller tasks.
A built-in shower seat can benefit those who do not need use a wheelchair in the shower. Some people may not have a problem standing, but cannot lift their feet to step over a curb; this makes the roll-in shower a viable choice for them too.
Because of its versatility and thoughtful attention to the varied needs of the physically challenged, this product can be perfect for households where there are members with differing levels of ability using the same shower.
Unlike common shower safety products, such as sliding transfer benches and shower stools, these custom showers are more stylish and can reflect the buyer’s personal taste. They do not conjure negative thoughts of hospitals or remind one of their disabilities, as removable equipment sometimes does. There is no cumbersome object to remove from the shower if others in the home want to use it. Given the simplicity of the design, the walls and floor of the shower are generally easy to clean.
Roll-in showers can be easily fitted to newly planned rooms, and can also be added to existing rooms after careful measuring of the available space.
Perfecto installers can guide customers in deciding which features are the best fit for their new accessible shower.
Written by Rich Ramjatan of Perfecto a New York General Contractor who specializes in bathroom remodeling.
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