The stools used elderly people who are depended on others and people who are ailing from back and joint problems use these stools. It will be comfortable for the dependent people to shower sitting on the stool. Elderly people would be hesitant to mention the difficulties while performing basic daily routine like toileting, bathing, as they are either embarrassed or because they do not want to trouble you. You can provide them with bath benches or chairs depending on the size of the bathtub and shower tubs. A raised toilet seats with arms will help them to lower and raise themselves without difficulty and help. A bath transfer bench will transform bathing from a painful ordeal into effortless task. These stools and benches and chairs are available in different models. They are made of rust-resistant aluminum rods and seat is a of polystyrene and have rubber tips to ensure that the stool is safe and stable.

Different models of bath stools and chairs

1. Foldable shower chair is comes with horseshoe design and is foldable and can be carried while traveling too. It can be used by anybody. You get shower chairs, which is non-foldable too.

2. Shower stool with side handle bar and with seat designed for hygienic purpose is also available. Wall mounted seat is also available which can be fixed directly to the wall beneath your shower.

3. Bathtub seat allows one to sit in the tub for extended hours. Bathtub benches and swivel seats that are adjustable to ones comfortable are also available. Ones with back or without back support are also found in the market today.

4. Adjustable bath stool of anti-rust aluminum is also available and it can be used by children too.

These stools and chairs are made from aluminum and have rubber and vinyl or teak seating. They are lightweight and durable and have weathering properties and will last for months. They are specifically designed for bathtub or shower. The legs are adjustable and the rubber tips prevent or reduce slipping.

Bathroom tips

Put a non-slip in the bathtub or shower tub and on top of that put the bath stool or chair. Wash the tub and shower area to keep it free from bacteria and algae formation. Install grab bars around tubs and toilet, and a raised toilet seat if you have trouble sitting or rising from the toilet. Keep the toilet dry whenever possible.