A Bathtub entry aid facilitates the safe entry and exit from the tub. For older people, it is indispensable, but younger people are increasingly on it. The bathtub offers the Bathtub entry aid an excellent, secure fit.

Bathtub entry aid: what is important?

The decisive factor is one Bathtub entry aid in that it is securely and securely mounted to the wall, the bathtub and the floor. She has to endure considerable forces. Anyone who assembles them must observe the manufacturer’s instructions exactly. The choice of Bathtub entry aid must match the mobility of the user.

Types of bathtub access aids

There are different basic variations in the bathtub entrance aids. The treads or the bad step stool facilitate entry through a reduced height. You must have edge-free, non-slip treads that will stay secure on wet feet. Attached rubber feet prevent the foot from slipping. A grab handle can provide extra security. The mobile boarding aids can be taken on trips or used in several bathrooms at home. They are safe because they hang with suction cups on the wall (alternatively on the stable shower partition). It is a very fast installation without leaving marks on the tiles possible. However, the holding force of the suction cups must be sufficient, which the manufacturers achieve by measuring the vacuum value. It can be read permanently via safety indicator. When the vacuum subsides, there is a clear warning signal. The maximum weight load must be maintained. Handles with suckers can be as stable as bolted handles in this way. The handles must also provide good grip for wet hands thanks to a non-slip grip surface. The advantage of the mobile Bathtub entry aid is that it can be flexibly mounted at the desired height. A bow handle would be the next option to install a bathtub entry aid. This must remain stable under load, which can provide Bodenhafter. Handles are mounted, pay attention to the tiles. Again, the grip surface should be non-slip. Finally, there are still floor-ceiling poles that can be kept very stable even with a gas pressure system. For persons who are still sufficiently self-sufficient, this bathtub entrance guide would be recommended. Many people over the age of 70 use the floor-ceiling poles as an interim solution until more help is needed. In addition, a horizontal bar can be added.

Bathtub entrance aids in the test

– Step by unizell24: This bathtub entry aid is one of the simplest variants for people who just want the bath height a bit too high. The unizell24 tread is height adjustable, which is considered a big plus. It holds up to 100 kg and has the dimensions 43 x 23 x 20-27 cm (the latter is the adjustable height). The feet are rubberized and like the tread slip. On this, the users should be relatively centered, the tread should tend to shake a bit according to buyers opinions.

– Ridder boarding aid: The shapely help with absolutely non-slip gripping surface brings a scratch-resistant, stainless aluminum frame, there are no sharp edges, ergonomics is considered very successful. The Ridder product, which is very easy to assemble, also convinces visually.

– Security Pole stand-up aid: Nottingham Rehab Supplies markets this floor-to-ceiling pole as a convenience bathtub entry aid with a curved, generous handle. A handle supports sitting down. The rod is fixed by tension, its length is flexibly adjustable between 213.4 to 274.3 cm. The maximum weight load can be at least 136 kg.

These variants show the variety of today’s bathtub entry aids that meet all requirements.