Bath Safety Guide
Design a safer, more comfortable bathroom.
According to the CDC, slips and falls account for 80% of all bathroom injuries.1 We believe in making bathing safe and worry-free to bring peace of mind to your daily routine. Use our tips to design a more secure and accessible bathroom.
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Safety is Our Specialty
Bathrooms are one of the most dangerous areas in your home, but they don’t have to be. With thoughtful enhancements, you can ensure bath time is safe and therapeutic, not scary. Empowering you to transform the way you bathe is what drives us.
Safe Step was founded over 15 years ago with one mission in mind: Pioneer, design and manufacture the best and safest walk-in tubs and showers in the industry. And we have ever since by specializing in safety. That’s why Safe Step Walk-In Tubs are the #1 selling walk-in tub in North America. Our passion for helping seniors and people with limited mobility bathe safely at home shines through every bathing solution.
Make Your Bathroom a Safe Space
About 37% of bathroom injuries occur in or around tubs and showers.1 Many of them are caused by slips and falls, especially for older adults while bathing. Reduce your risk with these six tips to increase accessibility and stability in your bathroom.
Bathe Safer With a Walk-In Tub
Unlike a traditional tub, walk-in tubs have a low step-in and extra-wide door that allow you to safely enter and exit the bath with ease. Additional safety, therapeutic and convenience features enhance your bathing experience.
Add a Raised Toilet With Grab Bars
A chair-height toilet makes it easier to sit down and stand up. Make sure your toilet is set at a comfortable height, ranging between 17 and 19 inches. For additional stability, add grab bars around the toilet.
Lower Your Sink Height
If you are in a wheelchair or use a seated vanity while brushing your teeth or shaving, your sink should be no more than 34 inches high to ensure easy access to the counter and sink from a seated position.
Create a Well-Lit Bathroom
Safely navigate your bathroom at night with a nightlight for better visibility. You can also upgrade to an illuminated light switch for an additional light source.
Remove Bath Rugs and Mats
Rugs and bath mats can be trip hazards. Consider removing them to prevent falls. Instead, add textured stickers for extra grip on slick floor surfaces like tile.
Add Accessible Shelving
Lowering your shelving ensures everything is within easy reach. This helps you avoid overexerting yourself and potentially losing your balance, reducing your risk of slips and falls.
A Life-Changing Bathing Solution
Stepping over the high walls of traditional tubs can be challenging, especially for people with limited mobility. That’s why our customers turn to Safe Step to keep them safe. The ultra-low step-in, anti-slip floor and 2x built-in grab bars allow them to bathe independently and with peace of mind.
We’re proud that our customers continuously rave to their friends and family about the dozens of safety, convenience and therapeutic features they experience in their Safe Step Walk-In Tub.
“My new walk-in tub is easy to get into and the jets are outstanding.“
– Donna S.
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