Needing to make your bathroom more easily accessible due to an injury or age but afraid of it looking like your grandparent’s bathroom? Don’t let that detract from your quality of life. Modern accessible bathrooms can be beautiful, too! These days there are lots of ways to make your bathroom easier to use that are esthetically pleasing and even increase resale value of your home.
The bathroom is the main source of problems for accessibility. The biggest step towards an accessible bathroom is a walk-in shower. There are many great benefits to a walk-in shower.
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Ease of Use: A fall, surgery, or medical diagnosis can make it hard to get around the tight corners of your bathroom. Our walk-in shower was a lifesaver after my husband’s knee surgery because he didn’t have to step over a high tub wall making getting in and out of the shower quick, easy, and safe. With no threshold to step over, a walk-in shower reduces the risk of slips and injury. A walk-in shower makes it easy for those with low mobility, or in wheelchairs and walkers, to bathe independently.
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Added Value: Walk-in showers offer a more modern, open feel that makes bathrooms feel larger and more contemporary. Modern walk-in showers increase the value of many homes over a traditional tub/shower combo. Also, they add cost value in the form of savings on medical costs you could accrue if you or a loved one sustained an injury while using a traditional bathtub.
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Sense of Dignity: Aging is a physical process, but it can take a considerable mental and emotional toll when it begins to detract from your day-to-day routine. By installing an easy-access walk-in shower, you’re preserving your personal independence or that of a loved one.
Features of a Handicap Accessible Bathroom
To make your accessible bathroom, these bathrooms are built with:
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Barrier-Free, Walk-In Entry Shower
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Easy-to-Reach Faucet Controls
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Handheld Shower Wand
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ADA-Compliant Grab Bars
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Slip-Resistant Flooring
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Optional Built-in/Portable Shower Seating
Small Accessible Bathroom Updates
Also, small updates in your bathroom can make a big difference. For instance, good lighting is important in any bathroom, but it’s especially important in an accessible bathroom. Without proper lighting, it may be more difficult to navigate the space, increasing the potential for injury. Make sure you have adequate lighting in your bathroom, and that your controls operate easily.
Installing safety bars is also a cost-effective update that will help you add safety to your bathroom. Adding grab bars to the area around your toilet and shower provides additional stability and support for your existing features.
Luxury Bathroom Upgrades
Incorporate in some luxury features in your accessible bathroom and showering now becomes a joy! Take your bathroom update to the next level with a variety of customized accessories and fixtures, such as:
- Custom-Styled Shower Walls
- Beautiful Glass Shower Doors
- Rain-Style Shower Heads
- Multiple Shower Heads and Faucets
- Built-in Shelving
- Integrated Soap Caddies and Foot Pedestals
- Heated Flooring & Towel Bars
- Quartz Countertops
- Stylish matte black or chrome bathing area fixtures,
including faucets, door frames, and drain plugs. - Beautiful Light Fixtures
- And More!
BEAUTIFUL ACCESSIBLE SHOWER WALL OPTIONS
If you’re trying to plan a modern-looking accessible bathroom, simple is always best—gone are the days of wild wallpaper and bright color pallets.
At Top Tier Kitchens & Baths, we feature a full range of options and patterns to fit your accessible bathroom design needs. Our products feature smooth surfaces, block patterns, and down-to-earth tones your family is sure to love.
ACRYLIC SHOWER WALLS: A TOP CHOICE FOR STYLE AND AFFORDABILITY
Offering incredible value, acrylic walls are increasingly popular among homeowners who want to save big on accessible bathroom remodeling. I admit the word “acrylic” doesn’t always have the most luxurious ring to it, but the truth is that today’s acrylic can be formulated to mimic the textures and looks of other, more classic materials, such as Italian brick tiles. That means you can choose a style that fits your aesthetic ideals without sacrificing the beautiful benefits that acrylic offers, including superb durability, easy maintenance, and incredible longevity.
Plus, acrylic walls tend to be on the more economical side compared to other materials, making them ideal for all budgets. And installation is a breeze compared to stone or tile walls, so you don’t have to put up with major delays and disruptions.
CERAMIC AND PORCELAIN TILES FOR A HIGH END LOOK
Love the look of tile when you enter a bathroom? It’s true that ceramic and porcelain tiles can give a space a certain unmatched elegance. Though not typically considered a budget option, tile can be affordable if you stick to ceramic, and both ceramic and porcelain will hold up for the long haul. Both materials also offer a watertight seal, though the use of grout means you’ll have to keep an eye out for mold and discoloration, two things that are inevitable with time.
The Top Tier Difference
We at Top Tier Kitchens & Baths set a high standard for outstanding customer service, high-quality bathroom remodeling products, and impeccable installation.
For all your accessible bathroom remodel needs, you can trust us to complete the job with expertise and dedication to excellence. If you’re looking for ways to increase the accessibility of your bathroom, the professionals at Top Tier Kitchens and Baths can help! We’d love to help you create a beautiful, safer, and more accessible space.
Submit a quote request on our website or give us a call at (417) 887-1100 to schedule a free, in-home consultation with one of our designers. We look forward to serving you!
