Useful information on walk in baths.

Walk in Baths

If you are buying a walk in bath ask about the drain time - how long does it take the bath to empty before you can exit.

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Walk in baths - We help find the right one for you….

Our mission statement:

1. To provide information on walk in baths to aid you in purchasing the right bath for your needs.
2. To put you in contact with a reputable and reliable mobility company supplier which adhere to not only our strict checks but also relevant recommendations laid down by the Trading Standards. Click here for further information.

Consideration before you buy: 

• Fill Time – As you will be seated in the bath while it fills, the fill time is important. The quicker the bath fills the shorter you will have to sit waiting to bath.
• Drain Time – This is the time it takes for the walk in bath to drain. The quicker the drain time the sooner you will be able to open the door and exit.
• Door Opening - there are two types of door opening; inwards and outwards. Generally inwards opening doors are more popular as they form a better seal preventing water to escape.

Question to ask before you buy: 

• Does the company offer an assessment if required; ensuring the walk in bath is the right one for you and suitable for your home?
• Does the company offer a full warranty.
• Does the company employ their own technicians to repair any faults?
• Do they offer national coverage?

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Walk in baths - FAQ's....

Why is Draining Time or Drain Down Time Important?

Draining time is important because it will determine the amount of time that the bather will have to wait for the bath water to empty before being able to exit the walk in baths. The importance of this reflects directly on the bathers comfort.

If you are an elderly person you may be more likely to be susceptible to chill therefore it is important to be able to exit the walk in bath quickly after soaking. The faster the walkin bath drains the faster you can get out of the walk-in bath and the more comfortable they are.

Are Smaller Walk-in Baths That Hold Less Water Better than Those That Hold More?

NO ! Smaller walk-in baths are not better than walk-in baths with larger water volumes. This does not apply to traditional baths and it does not apply to walk-in bath systems. Walk-in baths should be as large as possible to provide and allow ample room within the walk-in bath space for those individuals with limited mobility. The walk-in bath should let you maneuver around while bathing and provide space to have a deep relaxing soak.

Door System Operation

Inward Swinging Doors vs Outward Swinging Doors?

Inward swing doors are usually more popular . This is because they are more effective for door seal than outward swing doors.

Inward swing doors do not impede the user from entering or exiting the bath or easily closing the door once inside the bath. Inward swing doors are not restricted from opening because of other fixtures in the bathing area such as vanities or water closets. They also do not require a significant latching system to keep the door closed while the bath is filled.

Inward swing door seals are enhanced as the bath fills and the seal becomes more efficient. Inward swing doors cannot be accidentally opened during bathing, which could result in flooding of your bathroom. Inward swing doors do not require an exterior drain because of potential door leakage. They do not require devices for adjusting door tension to prevent leaking. With an inward swinging door there is no residual water run off from the door that falls onto the floor outside the bath that could be a safety concern when exiting the bath and stepping onto this area.

Inward swing door bath design can accommodate a larger volume of water. This is an advantage not a disadvantage. Most outward door swing baths are extremely small and uncomfortable and are designed smaller because the amount of force that would be required to keep an outward swing door closed that had a larger water volume would be extreme.

Bath Fill Time

Bath fill time is the amount of time it will take your walk-in bath to fill up once you have entered, are comfortably seated and turn your bath taps on.

Why is Bath Fill Time Important?

Walk in bath fill time is important because it will determine how quickly your bath will fill up. Being able to provide larger water supply sizes and taps that will accommodate larger volumes of incoming water will allow your bath to fill extremely fast'

Getting Into a Walk-in Bath

There is much discussion over the entering and exiting of a walk-in bath. Individuals have different needs and requirements and as such may require a different model or style of walk-in bath to meet those requirements.

Step-In Height?

The step-in height of any walk-in bath should be comfortable and safe for the individual user. Like any product, not all products are safe and comfortable for all users. Most walk in baths with greater step-in height have been designed to allow for plumbing drain lines to run under the bath and make connections to existing drain lines easier and less costly.