An accessible bathroom accommodates everyone, including people with disabilities. Today, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Southern Rhode Island reviews key features of an accessible bathroom to assist with your mobility remodeling project.
Important Features
Lots of Space
For an accessible bathroom, the amount of space is probably the most significant thing to consider. Your bathroom should be large enough to accommodate mobility aids such as wheelchairs. Bathroom renovation contractors recommend that you have several inches of space on either side of the toilet. In addition, the sink should have enough space underneath it so that wheelchair users may conveniently roll up to the sink.
A Wider Doorway
To make it easier for wheelchair users to enter and exit the restroom, accessibility experts recommend making doorways wider than usual. Keep the entrance free of barriers and obstructions. Opening and closing the door should be effortless, so choose a lightweight material for your door and a lock that’s easy to utilize.
Grab Bars
The use of grab bars allows people with mobility difficulties to maintain their freedom while using the bathroom. Grab bars are designed to provide support and balance to those who are transferring from one point to another, such as from the toilet to a wheelchair, preventing slip-and-fall accidents.
A Higher Toilet Seat
It is easier for people who have restricted mobility to get up and down from a toilet seat if the seat is higher. When it comes to height, the seat should be about the same as the seat of a wheelchair. This way, moving from the wheelchair to the toilet is easier and vice versa.
Toiletries Within Reach
Toiletries in an accessible bathroom must be within easy reach by being placed or hung at a lower level than in conventional bathrooms. Avoid storing them in closed cabinets or high places. Towels and hand soap should be kept close to the sink for easy access. People with mobility aids appreciate it if they don’t have to touch their wheelchair, walker or crutches with damp hands before drying them off.
Let’s Start a Conversation!
Bathroom remodel contractor DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Southern Rhode Island can help you design an accessible bathroom that is also beautiful. Call us at (401) 399-3917 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.
