Walk in Tubs...........What Do I Need to Know Before Purchase?

[Hammer]

I'm starting a renovation of a garage into a apartment for my parents. I want to install a walk in type tubs for them to reduces the risk of tripping or falling.

Are there any issues or concerns with these types of bathtubs that I should know about in terms of installation or maintenance?

 

[havasu]

I personally have no idea, but I'll be paying close attention since this is something I would like to install myself.

 

[MicEd69]

I had an older friend that had one, and the only thing they had an issue with was making sure to use the bathroom before they got into the tub. Seemed getting into the nice warm water made him have to go to the bathroom. And the only way to get out of the tub is to crawl over the top, which defeats the whole purpose of a walk-in, or to drain the tub, which takes time, and the sound of draining water isn't conducive to "holding it". LOL.

He was told that there were models that had special filters, UV sanitizers, etc., but they all sound like gimmicks to me.

 

[TomFOhio]

You would have to drain the tub down so the door can be opened. Or crawl over like MicEd said. A person would be cold
before the door could be opened. Pretty expensive for what they are.

 

[Hammer]

You would have to drain the tub down so the door can be opened. Or crawl over like MicEd said. A person would be cold
before the door could be opened. Pretty expensive for what they are.

Understood but I'm not too sure there is another affordable option.

 

[BlueSkyHigh]

I, too, am getting ready to do a tub to shower conversion and I have been swamped with emails from respectably-sounding representatives of well known manufacturers. I’ll be paying close attention too! The conversion is for my safety and comfort. Getting old is hell.

 

[BlueSkyHigh]

I had an older friend that had one, and the only thing they had an issue with was making sure to use the bathroom before they got into the tub. Seemed getting into the nice warm water made him have to go to the bathroom. And the only way to get out of the tub is to crawl over the top, which defeats the whole purpose of a walk-in, or to drain the tub, which takes time, and the sound of draining water isn't conducive to "holding it". LOL.

He was told that there were models that had special filters, UV sanitizers, etc., but they all sound like gimmicks to me.

The same people who pee in public pools would have no issue doing it in their bath water.

 

[BlueSkyHigh]

Speaking of emails, "Jacuzzi Bath Remodel" is one of the outfits that is haranguing me. Does anyone have any experience with them?

 

[havasu]

I would never use a company that is "haranging" me.

 

[BlueSkyHigh]

I would never use a company that is "haranging" me.

Excellent point! You back in the States? I can never spell that “h” word correctly.

 

[havasu]

Yes, our trip is done. Nothing better than crawling back in your own bed with that damn jet lag.