Roberts Residential Remodeling

Home Improvement Professionals , Design-Build Firms , Accessory Dwelling Units , Home Remodeling , Home Additions , Universal Design , Basement Remodeling
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Roberts Residential Remodeling
22 Reviews

Aging in Home – The Accessible Bathroom

Bathing, including shower and tub accessibility: A Curb-less shower or walk-in tub are easy changes to make to allow ease of use. A seat within your tub or shower allows for comfort while the space is in use, and grab bars are great accessories for safety when entering and exiting. One other thing...
Aging in Home – The Accessible Bathroom
Odds and Ends: Doorways should be widened to allow for easy access – A door that swings outward instead of inward will allow more space inside the bathroom, or a pocket door in small spaces is another good option for constructing optimal space. Providing easily accessible storage compartments with...
Aging in Home – The Accessible Bathroom
Bathroom toilet: Toilet height is a major consideration – A wall-hung model toilet can be mounted at a height that is customized for the user. Install toilet paper dispenser at a comfortable height that is forward of the bowl, and installing a bidet may allow for more privacy and good hygiene for...
Aging in Home – The Accessible Bathroom
Sink and vanity accessibility: Consider a mounted sink to allow for knee and sitting space beneath, and single-handle faucets, which can be easily turned on and adjusted without having to grab or twist. Other simple adjustments include mounting a lower placed mirror, extra long mirror, or tilt...
Aging in Home – The Accessible Bathroom
Lighting: Good lighting in the bathroom is important in safety. Lower light switches so someone in a wheelchair can access them and consider installing switches with a large toggle or push button that doesn’t require one to use a pinching motion to turn off or on. Dimmers can also provide the...
Aging in Home – The Accessible Bathroom