Pros and Cons of Walk in Bathtub

Traditional bathtubs presents a risky situation for the elderly and less mobile. Walk In Bathtubs create a safer, easier way to bathe for seniors and those who are less mobile. These special tubs that have doors for easy access are perfect for your bathroom if you are looking to age in place. If you’re worried about bathroom safety, consider installing a walk-in tub during your next bathroom remodeling project.

Bathe Safe Walk-in bathtubs are installed by only highly trained walk in bathtub professionals.  Bathe Safe Walk-in Tubs can include a variety of features, including adjustable air and water  jet systems, safety grab bar, adjustable hand held shower head and built in seat height seating. Bathe Safe walk-in bathtubs offer the largest  variety of walk in bathtub models.  Also consider the size of the room where the tub will be installed.

What’s good about walk-in tubs?

If a walk-in bathtub is on your wish list, a quick review of the advantages and disadvantages is in order. The first and most obvious advantage is that a walk-in bathtub makes bathing easier and much safer. In addition to a low step in and an inward swing door, these walk in bathtubs are designed to prevent slipping: safety grab bar, seat and  anti slip flooring help you to stay safe while, entering, bathing in, and exiting the walk in tub. Installing a walk-in bath could also raise the value of your home, especially if you live in a retirement community.

What could go wrong?

There are some disadvantages to walk-in bathtubs. First, you must enter the walk in bathtub and shut the door before turning on the water. This is usually ok, just be sure to warm up the water before filling the tub, to insure the right temperature while bathing.  Waiting for the bath to drain before you exit is another factor to consider. Although Bathe safe walk-in bathtub uses a  fast-filling faucets and fast-moving drains.