Walk-in tubs are an excellent way to improve the safety and accessibility of your bathroom. They make it possible for seniors with reduced mobility to continue bathing independently when they otherwise might require assistance with the task. But they can be so much more than an accessibility upgrade too! Our walk-in tubs include some wonderful features that allow them to double as your own in-home spa. Keep reading to learn more. Hydro Jets There’s nothing more spa-like than getting a […]
While walk-in tubs are certainly beneficial for someone with a disability or serious mobility issues, they’re the safer bathing option for all seniors. What makes them safer? Here are just a few of the reasons: Low entry step – You don’t have to have reduced mobility to appreciate easy access to your bathtub. Climbing over a high tub wall can be slippery and dangerous, and having a safer way to exit and enter your tub can prevent serious falls. Safety […]
Owning a walk-in tub is a process that begins with knowing that you need one, and ends with you relaxing comfortably and safely in your new tub. But in between those 2 points, you need to consider many steps and countless things to ensure you get the right tub from the right company and installed properly. This article will provide you with all the information you need regarding installing walk-in bathtubs for seniors. The Cost of Installation When you’re shopping […]
A walk-in tub can offer many benefits to those who own them, particularly senior citizens who may have reduced mobility in their later years. What, exactly, makes a walk-in tub or shower-tub combo better than your average tub? Keep reading to learn the major benefits of owning a walk-in tub yourself. Greater Accessibility By far, the main reason that people purchase a walk-in tub is for improved accessibility. Standard tubs require you to climb over a high wall, which can be […]
At Safe Step Tub, we’ve installed a lot of walk-in tubs for seniors over the years. With all of that experience in our belts, we’ve found that new customers often ask a lot of the same important questions regarding walk-in tubs, their features, and the installation process. This blog will address the top 4 questions people ask about getting a walk-in tub so that you can go into your purchase with total confidence. Is It Really Any Safer? The answer […]
As your mobility declines, it’s important to give your safety extra consideration. Will you really be able to make it up all those stairs without help? What will happen if you fall in your home when nobody is around? If you sit down in that deep soaking tub, will you be able to stand back up? Many senior citizens have concerns regarding bathing independently, as standard tubs are highly inaccessible for those with limited mobility. But is a walk-in bathtub […]
A walk-in tub is more than just a bathroom upgrade—it’s an investment in your safety and independence. As such, it’s imperative that you find the absolute best tub, not only in terms of quality but also in terms of meeting your exact needs. How do you do this? Keep reading to learn what you should be looking for when shopping for walk-in tubs. Business Accreditations It’s crucial that you look at the company you’re buying from just as much as […]
Reduced mobility due to age or injury can be challenging to cope with. It can feel like you’re no longer the person you used to be, unable to complete even the simplest of daily tasks. Your mobility can limit even your ability to tend to your personal hygiene, and in some cases, the problems are bad enough that you might consider giving up your home. But that doesn’t have to be the case. Your reduced mobility doesn’t have to define […]
A walk-in tub is only as good as its features! But what features should you be looking for when choosing your walk-in tub? From features for accessibility to luxury upgrades, here are the top 5 features you should look for: Low Entry Step – The low step to enter your walk-in tub is the most important accessibility feature. After all, that’s what makes it a walk-in tub! Upright Seat – The seat in a walk-in tub should be in an […]
These days, shopping for a walk-in tub can feel a lot like shopping for a new car. There are so many different manufacturers out there, and each manufacturer offers several models with numerous add-on features to choose from. How can you decide what the best choice is for you or your loved one with so many different walk-in tubs available? This blog will break it down into the top 5 factors you should be looking at when making this important […]