These days, more and more homes are being renovated to accommodate for people who are wheelchair-bound or have mobility challenges. Bathrooms are one of the most used areas of your home, but they’re also the most common for accidents. For a bathroom remodeling project, you should design your bathrooms to be safe, accessible, and comfortable for those who have special accessibility needs. You can remodel with style while also being inclusive to all users.

How to Remodel a Bathroom for Handicap Accessibility

1. Bath & Shower

For accident-free bathing, install a walk-in shower with low to no curb or a walk-in bathtub. You can add permanent or portable shower or bath seats so users can sit. Install overhead lighting and glass doors so that the area is well-lit. For convenience, choose a handheld, extendable showerhead and hose with controls.

2. Safety Features 

For the toilet area, include grab bars and hand rails to assist the user. These also need to be installed in the bathtub and shower for safety while bathing. Also, consider non-slip flooring in the bathroom remodel. Bath mats are easy to trip over and unnecessary, so remove any from the room. Waterproof vinyl flooring, cork and bamboo wood flooring, and rubber flooring all reduce the risk of slipping.

3. Vanity & Sink

The sink and vanity should be wall-mounted if possible or floating to allow for knee or walker room. Install motion-activated faucets or easy turn handles. If you put in cabinets, they should have low drawers and easily reachable shelves.

4. Layout

Overall, when you are doing bathroom remodeling, you can be the most inclusive by referencing the standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act for your layout and design. Most of the time, this will mean widening the doorway, passageway, and clearance around the room.

It will also involve making features easier to reach, such as power outlets, paper sources, and sinks. Installing a higher toilet is also part of the ADA guidelines.

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