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Safety Grab Bars

Safety Grab Bars A set of Safety Bars can be an important addition to your tub or shower. They are not a guarantee against an accident, but are like a hand rail going down a set of stairs - they give a person stability in a potentially dangerous enviroment. Whether entering and exiting the tub or shower, closing your eyes to soap up or rinse, or stepping around on a slippery floor, Safety Bars provide something to hold onto for stability and assurance.

Generally the most common locations are these; one smaller grab bar installed near the entry point of the tub or shower, used to hold onto during entry and exiting, and one larger grab bar across the larger wall to be of help while you are showering. I will work with you to carefully locate and mount the Safety Bars where they will help you the most and are the most comfortable.

Another common use of a Grab Bar is to locate it approximately the height of a seat so you can put your foot up on it for support as you wash feet, legs or for shaving.

I generally install a pair of chrome or white (250 lb. rated) Safety grab bars with stainless steel screws for $125. These are illustrated in the photo on this page.

Heavier duty stainless Safety grab bars, similar to what you'd see in a bathroom in a store or business, would be about $140 a pair. These generally carry a slightly higher (300 lb.) rating. These are not as 'stylish' but provide security for heavier people or handicapped people.

Other bars are available depending on how much you want to spend. Polished brass, polished nickel plated etc. These can be pricey but sometimes it's what people want to compliment more expensive homes and tilework.

My opinion is; the least expensive chrome or white bars are very strong and durable, and will work well for you for many years. Upgrades are usually for preference of color, design or style.

Please call me at (941) 952-9602 or email me at richard@professionaltile.com, if I can help you.