Towel bars can actually make great grab bars! They’re usually already mounted at a good height and they have a nice, smooth surface that’s easy to grip. Just make sure that the towel bar is mounted securely into the wall so that it can support your weight.
If you're interested in installing grab bars in your shower, you may be wondering if it's possible to do so in an existing shower. The good news is that it is possible to install grab bars in an existing shower, but there are a few things you'll need to keep in mind. First, you'll need to make sure that the grab bars you select are appropriate for the type of shower you have. For example, if you have a tile shower, you'll need to select grab bars that are specifically designed for tile. Second, you'll need to make
Most grab bars need to be installed in studs in order to be secure. However, there are some grab bars that can be installed without studs. These grab bars typically have a stronger mounting system that can support the weight of the user.
There is no definitive answer to this question as the effectiveness of grab bars in reducing falls depends on a number of factors, including the specific grab bar design and installation, the user's strength and balance, and the surrounding environment. However, grab bars can be a helpful fall prevention measure for some people, and they are often recommended by healthcare professionals for individuals at risk of falling.
4.8/5
BUILT TO LAST: Backed by Moen’s Limited Warranty 1.25" bar diameter
COORDINATING FINISH: Stainless finish coordinates with today's popular kitchen appliances and accessories
PEACE OF MIND: Designed for hassle free installation
Concealed screw
Stainless finish delivers a lightly brushed warm grey metallic look
SAFE AND SECURE: SecureMount design for easy, secure installation (sold separately)
SUPPORTIVE DESIGN: Bathroom grab bar supports up to 500 lbs when installed in a stug or when using SecureMounts (not included)
$234
4.7/5
PEACE-OF-MIND: Designed for hassle-free installation
VERSATILE DESIGN: Polished Stainless finish is highly reflective for a mirror-like look that works with any decorating style
SAFE AND SECURE: Optional SecureMount design for easy, secure installation (sold separately)
BUILT TO LAST: Backed by Moen’s Limited Lifetime Warranty
SUPPORTIVE DESIGN: Bathroom grab bar supports up to 500 lbs when installed in a stud or when using SecureMounts (not included)
18-Inch Bar Length:1.5-Inch Diameter
$234
A grab rail has a low probability of failure by design. It is robust, fine, and appealing. A separate tale is the grab bar's shipping (Amazon's packaging). Because the grab bar is made of sturdy steel, I believe the person who packed it in the box reasoned, "Well, this should weather any shipping tribulations, so I'll just place the item loose in the box without any padding or bubble wrap." However, it is plain to me that shipping boxes do occasionally get pressed down firmly during transit, and this was clearly the case with this cargo. At one end of the grab bar, one of the neat-looking caps was severely dented. The steel used to make the caps is substantially thinner gauge. Since they are purely decorative and serve to conceal the screw hardware holding the grab bar to the wall, they do not necessarily need to be as robust as the grab bar itself. I didn't protest or demand a replacement be sent because I had to use the bar immediately away because my wife was coming home in a wheelchair and I wanted to prepare the restroom. Instead, I took my time reshaping the cap with pliers and a hammer so that it would once again fit and serve its purpose of hiding the screws. It is not lovely. The fact that bath towels hang on the grab bar most of the time helps to hide the ding, but it is still present. The cap and the remaining portion of the bar both appear to be in good condition.
4.7/5
PEACE OF MIND: Designed for hassle free installation
WARM AND INVITING: Brushed Nickel finish provides a lightly brushed warm grey metallic look
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER: Authentic Moen replacement part
BUILT TO LAST: Backed by Moen’s Limited Warranty
CERTIFIED MOEN: Part of Moen's Commerical Product Line
$234
While the bathroom was being renovated, we put them in. The best course of action was taken. They are a safety net for anyone who has a minor dizziness issue when coming out of the shower or getting up from the toilet, even if they are not disabled. Ours are robust and prevent us from slipping, which is the main reason elderly people end up in hospitals. They are mounted on pine paneling, where they are for us. They came in various sizes, so I immediately got them all without thinking about what I truly needed. They were just placed where the remodelers thought they would work best. Due to his seizure disorder, my husband frequently trips and falls in the restroom. These are sturdy enough for him to grip onto and prevent a fall to the floor. Product is good; no problems.
4.3/5
The total length is 12 inch. 1.0 inch bar diameter allows enough space to easily grip bar for added support
Concealed secure mount design allows for easy, secure installation at any angle, allows you to cover any unsightly screw holes and continue a clean, sleek trend to your bath and shower.
Use safety grab bars in the bathroom, kitchen, along stairways, or in the laundry room for additional fall prevention, especially for the handicap, elderly, pregnant women, and children.
Able to support up to 500 lbs of pull force to provide a stable, reliable handhold; Made of stainless steel for a lasting strength and quality.
Complies with ADA specifications; Backed by ZUEXT's 2 Years of Free Warranty
12-Inch Grab Bar, Stainless Steel,installation screws and anchors are included.Each ZUEXT 12 inch shower handle comes with a free self-adhesive stick-on hook which can support up to 22 Pounds weight.
Imported
$234
These 12" grab bars were purchased twice for my basement stairwell. Being tall, I would have to stoop over by around 9" to grab the current stair rail at the top. It is not a problem once I have descended one or two steps because I can reach back just a little to grab the rail. Additionally, climbing up is not too difficult for me because I can grab the door frame at the top.After some trial and error, I chose to install the grab bar with the low end towards the top of the stairs and at a 30 degree angle to the horizontal. Because of this, I can easily grip it using my arm's and hand's natural angle. A few feet from the bottom of the stairs, at the landing where the stairs turn 90 degrees, I similarly installed the second grab bar.The grasp bar feels robust but is lighter than I had anticipated. Even though there are no instructions, installation is simple. After sliding the covers over the bar, bolting the flanges to the bar, and screwing the flanges to the wall, you must remove the decorative covers from the mounting flanges.The grab bars come with drywall anchors and mounting screws. I would advise against utilizing the drywall anchors and instead having you screw at least one end to a stud. I was fortunate in that both ends of my grasp bars had handy studs.I'm not sure where they got the 12" figure from. They are roughly 10" in the grab region, 11" between the flange centers, and 13" between the outside margins of the flanges. The diameter of the bar is approximately 1".
4.2/5
Item will NOT work on dry walls
Can be used on shower walls too
Simply press the tab levers to securely attach.Toddlers can enter a wet and slippery tub safely
Easy to install and remove just flip the tabs. The item is white in color with gray accents
Instructions: . Easy to Install:. Position Safe-er-Grip where desired on tub or shower wall. Apply pressure to the handle while flipping the latches down. Be sure to attach to smooth dry non-porous surfaces. Tile must be 4" x 4" or greater. Easy to Remove:. Release both latches. Slide fingertip under rubber seal at each end if necessary, to release suction
The suction balance assist bar is for balance assistance only and not for body weight leverage. The bar should be checked before each use to make sure it is securely attached. If necessary, it should be reattached.
$234
I provide geriatric patients with home health care as an occupational therapist. I'm always looking for particular adaptable devices to make the bathrooms of my patients safer. Unfortunately, many people won't compromise on looks in favor of safety! As a result, they won't put genuine grab bars in their tiled showers because doing so would ruin the tile.This item is useful in the situation. Before choosing this brand for my patients, I looked at a few others. Since then, I've tested it on a variety of surfaces, and depending on how you position it, it produces diverse outcomes.I've tried it on walls, and for about a half-hour, it sticks. Not at all. You'll hurt yourself in the end! It will come off even if your wall is not textured.It will be quite useful if you use it as a handle to enter and exit your bathtub. No matter how hard you pull, that sucker won't budge. Additionally, when you try to get your legs over the edge, it isn't high enough to grab them (thinking more of geriatric patients who have hip and knee range of motion problems).Your outcomes in the real shower area can also vary. The ideal option is a smooth-surfaced shower, like one made of laminate or fake tile. I have, however, also had some success with tiled showers. Just make sure that one of the suction cups is placed solely over a tiled surface and not a grout region. Sometimes the grout lines don't offer the cup enough surface area to generate a strong suction.The bottom line is to make sure you place this on a surface that can receive a good seal. Allow the grab bar to rest idle for four to five hours. During this time, if it were to fall off, it would do so naturally. If it's still on after that, you can probably continue. But I would repeatedly tug on it just to be sure.I ran a few test runs on surfaces in my house after my initial purchase. I made the decision to save the box and everything packaging and return it without thinking twice if it didn't work out. I've already placed four of them in the homes of my patients, which says a lot considering I stand to lose if they don't work out.Revision 3/13: Several years afterwards... Back then, I gave this counsel to a small number of patients, but I simply advised them to utilize it for stability. Now I'm holding back even that suggestion. Even the brands I was "recommending" at the time are no longer on my list because I've had a lot more experience with them. To be cliche, they can't be completely trusted, therefore it's best to be cautious than sorry. I hate to contradict myself, but even a few weeks later, I have personally witnessed an excellent, tight seal falling off in someone's hands. Not good at all. There may be no other choice if you rent your place of residence and your landlord won't let you install actual bars, but I would tug and check these bars every day, especially before you intend to hold it. Even in these conditions, tub clamps and tension bars may provide better stability than suction cup grasp bars. That's my updated perspective.
4.1/5
Can be used on shower walls too
Simply press the tab levers to securely attach
Easy to install and remove just flip the tabs
Note: This is a suction cup device and as such must be applied to smooth, flat, non-porous surfaces, cannot cover grout lines and will not work on textured surfaces. Must be reattached before each use, and cannot hold full body weight
Tile needs to be smooth and non-porous.
Tiles should be 4x4,Ghost White with gray accents
$234
An alternative that is considerably superior, stronger, and safer is a shower handle that is bolted into the wall. However, there are occasions when that is not practical, particularly in my rented property. So, after many failures, I finally bought two Safe-er-Grip and have now figured out how to keep the damn things attached to the shower wall. I want people to benefit from my experience. I foolishly began by just pushing the handle on the shower tiles to lock the small levers in place. The following morning, the Safe-er-Grip was still on the tub's bottom.Since then, I've experimented with a variety of ideas and have finally been successful in maintaining both handles tightly on the wall for more than two months. It necessitates some work.The tiles must first be thoroughly cleaned. I use a product designed for glass-top stoves that is strong but won't scratch. With a sturdy, stiff brush, scrub the tiles well. Then, thoroughly rinse the residue away with water. The handles are next. I discovered that Vaseline worked after numerous failures. Each of the spherical disks needs to have a reasonably thick coat applied; a thin coat will not do. The Vaseline covering is roughly 1/32 to 1/16" thick, in my opinion. After that, lock the levers by pressing the handle firmly into the tiles.They typically remain in place for a week or two. The key is to apply a bead of Vaseline all the way around the disk's perimeter using more Vaseline on your finger. The "stay life" has now been extended for—I don't know how long. The bad news is that you need to replace the Vaseline bead around once a week. I don't know if water washes it away or if it dries up. However, I am aware that for me, a weekly application has been keeping it in place for the past two months.I never rely on this handle for anything heavy because it is obvious that the disks cannot bridge a grout line. However, it does assist this 89-year-old man in maintaining his balance and feeling considerably safer when taking a shower.Hope this was useful. Guy
4/5
Generous, soft gripping surface for comfort and control, underside of bar is non-slip for a secure grip, even when wet
For best results, use on smooth glazed surfaces, mirrors or glass. Not recommended for use with textured or porous surfaces including some stone, acrylic or metal.
Large, contoured installation levers for easy use - no tools required. Securely attaches to tile, glass and other smooth, non-porous surfaces.
Powerful suction and comfortable grip provide stability and support in the shower
Size and distance between suction cups designed to accommodate a variety of tile patterns
$234
The grip bar was readily removed from the packaging when it arrived in attractive packaging. The "Use
4/5
👠PERFECTLY FOR ELDERLY/SENIOR/ALL AGES - This could be a sweet gift for elderly/senior parents/grand parents. Medical Assist Balance Hand Grip Rail, Tub Safety of Elderly, Kid, Handicap, Injured, Pregnant...
👠SAFE TO USE - The indicators on the side of the suction cup will change from red to green when a safe and secure hold is achieved. Before each use, test the firm hold of the suction device. Ensure that both indicators are GREEN. If the adhesion seems insufficient, release the suction assist bar and reattach again.
👠PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU BUY - For getting sufficient suction power to work, 1)✔ This Suction Grab Bar only works on tile size LARGER THAN 4"x4", 2)✔ The suction discs can not be mounted on grout seam(s). 3)✔ Make sure there's no texture on the shower wall, 4)✔ The mouting surface must be flat and smooth for any other applications.
👠LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY - This AmeriLuck Suction Grab Bar(s) come with a limited lifetime warranty against any manufacturing defects.
👠NO TOOL REQUIRED INSTALLATION - This AmeriLuck Suction Grab Bar is easy to install. (1).Clean the rubber discs and the surface it is to be attached to thoroughly. (2). Press as hard as possible against the wall till the green indicators show up. (3). Press down on the flip-up easy release tabs, you will feel negative pressure. The greater the pressure, the better the suction. (Installation Manual included)
$234
Although this review is positive, I was prepared to write a negative one when I first received these. I found a solution to my issue.The indicator dot, which might be a terrific and comforting feature which glides from red to green when the suction is holding, wasn't functioning consistently. The left suction would only move to approximately 25%, occasionally 10%, or not at all, while the right suction would travel to 90% green. But it continued to hold. I tried several different places, but the indicator discrepancy persisted. In a tile location where the left one misindicated, the right one would.The remedy (applied a few days ago; it still seems to be working): I carefully massaged a drop of body moisturizing lotion onto the indicator dot, and presto! The indicator is now moving to 100% green while the suction is operating. It is on red when it's not functioning. Green indicates that it is holding.Before they leave the plant, they need to lubricate these indicators.
3.9/5
👠PERFECTLY FOR ELDERLY/SENIOR/ALL AGES - This could be a sweet gift for elderly/senior parents/grand parents.
👠NO TOOL REQUIRED INSTALLATION - This AmeriLuck Suction Grab Bar is easy to install. (1).Clean the rubber discs and the surface it is to be attached to thoroughly. (2). Press as hard as possible against the wall till the green indicators show up. (3). Press down on the flip-up easy release tabs, you will feel negative pressure. The greater the pressure, the better the suction. (Installation Manual included)
👠LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY - This AmeriLuck Suction Grab Bar(s) come with a limited lifetime warranty against any manufacturing defects.
👠PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU BUY - For getting sufficient suction power to work, 1)✔ This Suction Grab Bar only works on tile size LARGER THAN 4"x4", 2)✔ The suction discs can not be mounted on grout seam(s). 3)✔ Make sure there's no texture on the shower wall, 4)✔ The mouting surface must be flat and smooth for any other applications.
👠SAFE TO USE - The indicators on the side of the suction cup will change from red to green when a safe and secure hold is achieved. Before each use, test the firm hold of the suction device. Ensure that both indicators are GREEN. If the adhesion seems insufficient, release the suction assist bar and reattach again.
$234
It is crucial that the nonporous, smooth, and thoroughly clean surface you are attaching cups to is these qualities. For roughly one to one and a half hours, I've found that the cups hold really well. They do not continue on forever. The safety indicator on these cups can give you a false reading at first, indicating that the cup isn't entirely keeping its shape when it actually is. I repeatedly depressed these tiny square indications until they loosened up and began to function more effectively. These work wonders as a band-aid. You should have no trouble getting the cups to stick if you clean the area where you're intending to attach them with detergent and a scour pad. Install shortly before use, remove after use, and store them on their sides rather than on the cups.
3.8/5
✅ã€Free Shower Sponge】With each GreenChief grip bar, added a free shower sponge designed to create a rich lather from a small amount of anybody soap or shower gel Extra large collection of mesh loofas for longer lasting lather. the friction is comfortable, while corrosion does not
✅ã€Secure, Easy to Use】Our grab bar is FDA cleared, the highest standard in medical bathtub safety handrail; Supporting up to 250 pounds; Easy to install in 5 seconds
✅ã€Guarantee】We are always trying to provide you with the finest product,with our 100% Hassle free money back guarantee,you can call us to for an full refund or free resending as you like; so you can purchase now with confidence.
✅ã€Tool-Free Installation】GreenChief shower handle is easy to install, no tools required and no drilling needed. Just flip the locking latches to secure bar in place. You can change its location according to your current need. The grab bar doesn’t harm the surface it’s on nor leaves marks when placed right.
✅ã€Non-Slip Grip】Two strong suction cup design works on any non-porous, flat surface, including tile, glass, acrylic and fiberglass. Perfect for senior, elderly, handicap and toddlers. the grab bar provides additional stability when entering and exiting the tub or shower for a safe and comfortable experience; Great for shaving legs, surgery recovery and preventing an injury.
$234
The product was just as described. The grab bar attached firmly to the shower wall when I tested it. I have a fibreglass shower enclosure with a smooth wall. The grab bar should be verified before each usage to guarantee a secure attachment, according to the given instructions. So far, I'm really happy with the goods.
Most grab bars need to be installed into the wall studs in order to be securely fastened. However, if you don't have studs in the location where you want to install the grab bar, there are a few different ways that you can still do it. One option is to use toggle bolts. Toggle bolts have wings that open up once they're inside the wall, so they don't require a stud to be secure. Another option is to use molly bolts. Molly bolts have a sleeve that expands once it's inside the wall, again eliminating the need for
The answer to this question depends on the height of the person who will be using the grab bar. Most experts recommend that grab bars be installed at a height of 34 to 38 inches above the tub rim.
Installing a grab bar in your shower can provide added safety and peace of mind, especially for seniors or those with mobility issues. But how much do grab bars cost? Prices for grab bars vary depending on the material, size, and style. Most basic grab bars start at around $20, but prices can go up to $100 or more for larger, sturdier bars. If you're looking to install a grab bar in your shower, it's important to choose one that's made of high-quality materials and is the right size and style for your
A grab bar should be installed in a location that will allow the user to maintain their balance while using it. It is important to make sure that the grab bar is installed securely and that it is the correct size for the user.
There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on the individual's needs and preferences. Some people may find horizontal grab bars more comfortable and easier to use, while others may prefer vertical grab bars. Ultimately, it is up to the individual to decide which type of grab bar is best for them.
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