6 Foolproof Ways to Upgrade Bathroom Safety and Comfort

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6 Foolproof Ways to Upgrade Bathroom Safety and
Comfort

• Home Renovation

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Upgrading Bathroom Safety and Comfort

• Your home is a haven from the dangers of the
  outside world. As much as possible, you try to
  keep it safe, especially if you have kids or
  elderlies living with you. However, there are
  specific areas in your home which are
  accident-prone, such as your bathroom. Hence,
  keeping bathroom safety and comfort should be a
  priority.
• Two-thirds of accidental injuries occur in the
  bathroom area, mainly in the bathtub or in the
  shower. These areas tend to get slippery due to
  constant water exposure. According to a CDC
  report in 2011, 234, 094 non-fatal injuries
  happened in the bathroom area. Falls caused 81
  of these injuries.

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• Even when exercising caution, the bathroom is a
  proven magnet for injuries. Women are prone to
  getting more injuries than men, with a bathroom
  injury rate thats 72 higher than the recorded
  number for men. For older people, 2.5 of
  non-fatal injuries occur in the bathroom. Most of
  the elderlies acquire injuries when using the
  toilet.
• These reports prove that the bathroom can be a
  dangerous place inside your house. Inspect your
  bathroom and consider renovating it to make it
  more safe and comfortable for the people living
  in your home. Here are some tips to consider for
  bathroom renovation to make your bathroom a safe
  and comfortable place.

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Install grab bars.

• A grab bar is a safety device which can help you
  maintain your balance or break your fall in the
  bathroom. Before, hospitals were the primary
  users of these bars. Now, grab bars are useful
  bathroom accessories that can keep you safe.
• Place these bars near the bathtub, toilet, and
  shower. These bars can help you keep your balance
  when climbing in the tub or sitting on the
  toilet. There are three main types wall-mounted,
  bars attached on one end, and sheltering arm
  grabs.
• The wall-mounted type is the safest, and its
  attached to the wall at both ends. Some bars are
  attached to the wall only on one end because its
  connected to a hinge on the wall. The sheltering
  arm grabs work best near the toilet.

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Add light fixtures.

• Dim lighting can cause accidents in the bathroom.
  Avoid injuries and make your bathroom experience
  comfortable by adding lights during the
  renovation. Put lights in the vanity area to help
  you get the best illumination when youre
  preparing for work. Its ideal to mount vertical
  lights on the sides of the mirror to achieve the
  best effect.
• Its not necessary, but you can add light (with
  glass lens) to your shower area so you can see
  around when youre using the shower. Halogen
  bulbs with low voltage are ideal for other
  bathroom areas.
• However, its crucial to ask an expert when it
  comes to lights. Remember that electricity plus
  water is a dangerous and deadly combination. So
  always exercise caution when it comes to your
  bathroom.

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Use a showerhead thatll fit your needs.

• If youre not satisfied with your shower, you can
  get a showerhead with a different function for
  added comfort. There are several types of
  showerheads magnetic slide strip, adjustable
  arm, auto-lock arm, sliding bar, and a flexible
  neck.
• Magnetic Slide Strip
• You can quickly move the magnetic slide strip to
  adjust to your height because you can remove it.
  It also comes with a magnetic strip which lasts
  for a long time.
• Adjustable Arm
• The adjustable arm makes it easy for you to move
  the shower up and down, but it has limited
  movement.

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• Auto-lock Arm
• The auto-lock arm has almost the same function as
  the adjustable arm. You can move it quickly, and
  it doesnt have wingnuts.
• Sliding Bar
• The sliding bar lets you slide the showerhead,
  but you can also detach it if you want to use it
  as a handheld showerhead.
• Flexible Neck
• The flexible neck has an adjustable neck which
  you can adjust for your convenience. Even kids
  can use this showerhead when showering alone.

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Put a bath seat in the bathtub.

• If you have elderly or injured people living with
  you, it might be wise to install a bath seat
  during the renovation. It allows people the
  convenience of bathing independently. It also
  gives them safety inside the bathroom because
  theyll be sitting down the whole time.
• Some bath seats are also portable. If you want
  to, you can bring it along when travelling. You
  can get a flat seat, commode, reclining,
  self-propelled, PVC, or stainless steel shower
  chair.

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Include non-slip strips or non-skid mats.

• There s a big chance that people will get
  injured in the bathroom due to its slippery
  floor. To avoid this, put non-skid mats on the
  floor or non-slip strips in the tub. Itll
  prevent you from falling to the floor, and it
  will keep you safe while you use the bathroom.
  These items are highly useful for playful kids or
  elderlies who cant walk properly.

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Change your toilet.

• If youre experiencing toilet problems, it might
  be time to invest in a new one. Check toilet
  reviews online before buying one. Look for a
  high-efficiency model because this will help you
  save as much as 4,000 gallons of water yearly.
• Make sure that your toilet is comfortable to use
  and its high enough for you. If youre not sure
  what model you should get, you can ask your
  designer for tips if youre hiring one for your
  renovations. Hiring a designer will make your
  life comfortable so consider hiring one when
  renovating your bathroom.
• Bathroom renovations arent as easy as it sounds.
  You need advice on what fixtures you should get
  and where to place them. Its easy to find a
  professional designer if youre living in a major
  city like Melbourne. Search online and check the
  customer reviews so you can see the best
  designers for bathroom renovations Melbourne has
  to offer.

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Takeaway

• The bathroom is one of the highly essential rooms
  in your home. You spend a lot of time in it
  daily, so its preferable if you make your
  bathroom the most comfortable area in the house.
  Hire a designer for renovations if necessary.
• Discuss the things that you want to add or
  adjust, and dont be afraid to make suggestions.
  Remember the tips stated above, and achieve a
  safe and comfortable bathroom for the entire
  household.
• Source https//www.giarenovations.com.au/