Many homeowners undergo bathroom remodeling to make their houses more accessible for individuals who lack mobility. People who need to use a wheelchair or walker must have more room and specialized features to improve comfort and safety. Here are a few tips for bathroom remodeling to increase functionality for individuals with handicaps. 

How to Improve Bathroom Handicap Accessibility 

1. Create a Wet Room

Many bathrooms don’t have enough square footage to host a roll-in shower. Instead, turn the entire room into a wet area by tiling the floors, walls, and ceiling. The bathroom remodeling team can install a retractable showerhead in one area and ensure there’s enough room to maneuver around the toilet and sink.

2. Install Appropriate Fixtures

People in wheelchairs need to be able to wheel under the sink basin. Choose a sink that attaches to the wall and doesn’t have a vanity. There must be enough clearance under the sink, and there should be a clear area around it to allow a wheelchair to move up to the basin and then turn around and leave.

Install a toilet next to a wall and add handlebars so that it’s easier and safer to move from the wheelchair to the toilet. You may want to upgrade to a toilet that doubles as a bidet to offer independence for people who may struggle with personal hygiene.

3. Expand Doors

Doors need to be wide enough to allow a wheelchair to easily roll through without injuring the person’s hands. The door should open outward to prevent it from interfering with the interior space. Many people install sliding doors that move inside the walls to ensure they have plenty of room for maneuverability.

If you’re interested in bathroom remodeling, contact Baybrook Remodelers in West Haven, CT. The business has been in the industry since 1992 and offers building and remodeling services, including deck, roofing, patio, and window installations, to customers throughout Fairfield County and all of Connecticut. Visit their website to learn more about their expertise or call (203) 937-6400 to discuss your project.