Bath seat for disabled and elderly people - characteristics and types

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Today there is a huge range of products that facilitate the person with disabilities the use of bathrooms and reception of water procedures. One of these special devices is the seat for bathtub for elderly and people with disabilities.

What it itself is?

This is the subject in the form of a chair, bench or chair, which is made by special technology to make a more comfortable bath for people with age or certain physical limitations.

Some models are mounted on the sides of the water tank, others have legs in the rubber sheath, which are placed on the bottom of the tank. There are other design options is explained next. But all bathtub seats perform one task - to help people with mobility issues, to make the procedure for washing.

However, other family members, this piece of furniture can also be used to provide extra comfort while bathing.

Tips

  • The Main criteria when buying such seats are, of course, their reliability and safety. Therefore, product quality should be a priority. This is not a subject on which you want to save. Therefore give preference to trusted manufacturer, which has all the necessary certificates of conformity and quality product.
  • Seat must exactly fit the size of the bathroom. You should know its dimensions (length, width and depth) and, drawing on them, look for any instance. This depends on how safe and comfortable is the person with disabilities to use the purchased object.
  • It Is necessary to study the maximum number of market offers in this area and to select from all possible exactly the model of a chair that will be most appropriate in each case. Be sure to consider the material from which made the bath seat, as well as the nuances of design, learn the pros and cons of all the options to make the right choice.
  • Be Sure to check the weight limit, which is calculated on the product. For example, the man is quite large you should not buy a chair made of plastic - it is better to give preference to more durable wooden counterpart.
  • Design is, of course, is not the primary factor when selecting a bathtub seats, because here is not so much aesthetics are important, how much functionality. However, if you are buying a chair for your child, the better that it is bright, colorful, liked the kid and makes him a positive joyful emotions. Especially in children's products presents a large variety of different patterns and colors from which you can choose what you want.
baby bath seat

Types of seats

Bathtub Seats are divided into several types according to the following parameters.

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Material:

  • Hardwood.
wooden seat

They are not entirely made of wood. The frame is made of metal, but it is strung wooden plates, of which the major part of the product consists of.

These seats a lot of advantages. First, they are environmentally friendly and do not irritate the skin when come in contact with it. Also for strength, reliability and, as a result, the durability these chairs have a solid lead, why are in great demand among buyers.

  • Plastic.
plastic seat

They are inferior in strength to their wooden competitors and can't stand too much weight, so they are suitable for use primarily by children. But there are more sophisticated models, which are made from advanced composite materials. They are much more durable and lifespan is higher. This plastic is resistant to high temperatures and does not deteriorate from constant contact with water. However, such seats are much more expensive than wood.

  • Metal.

They represent pipes which are attached to each other by welding. And although these bathtub seats very reliable and sturdy, they are not very comfortable for children not good. Recently the demand for them has dropped significantly.

Design features

Here too there are your options:

  • Swivel (rotating).
swivel seat

This kind of sensors is very popular because it allows the person to make turns in different directions, thereby making bathing much easier and simpler. Thanks to the fastening system, such a device is able to withstand even the most sudden movement along a predetermined path, and a person may not be afraid that they will fall into the water. The advantage of this chair is that it is possible to first sit, then to turn at right angles and be in the water containers.

  • Adjustable.

These seats are bathing in the bath provide an opportunity to adjust the degree of immersion in water. A person chooses for themselves the most comfortable mode. He may like to raise the chair higher, if, for example, wants to take a shower, and to lower it below thatthe surface of the body was in the water.

  • Mechanized and folding.

The Folding seats is very practical because it does not take up much space - after all, they can after use, simply fold and put. For small bathrooms it's just perfect. Also, due to the compactness they are very convenient for transportation.

Motorized chairs today - the most advanced and committed. Adjusting them is done mechanically or by electricity. The wire is protected from contact with water, which makes the device completely safe to use. These bathtub seats for the elderly and disabled there is only one but significant drawback for many is too high a price.

Chair with backrest

chair with back

This seat is for the person sitting on it, even more comfort and convenience, since it is possible while taking water treatments based on a broad back and this will contribute to additional muscle relaxation and relaxation. But it is better to take model with removable or retractable back, as sometimes it can make it difficult to use the product for its intended purpose. Often, such chairs are equipped with some accessories such as doormat, non-slip, or, for example, collapsible handles to make it easier to sit.

How to use a bath seat and care for him

So the design lasts as long as possible, not broken, and certainly not cause harm to the person who will use it, you must correctly operate, and to comply with certain rules of care and storage. Here are some guidelines:

1. Clear the commit.

Bath Seat for disabled and elderly people need to accurately and thoroughly fixed to the sides of the tank for swimming. Due to improper mounting is not only possible to break the object itself, but the people on it, risks serious damage to the product. So always make sure that the chair was firmly in place.

2. The temperature at which the design must be not above 40 degrees.

3. You need time to change harm rubber parts fasteners for a new one.

4. To keep design preferably protected from the sun.

5. After use, the seat should be washed in warm water using special detergents, and then dry wipe the metal is not rusted and the wood has not darkened.

6. It is not necessary to remove stains that have appeared on the product, the solvent and various abrasive materials.

Now you know how to choose the seat in bath for seniors and the disabled. And though it's not the cheapest purchase, but it can make the life of your loved one much more comfortable and enjoyable.


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