Buying a Walk in Bath - what you need to know

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Choose a WALK IN BATH and regain your independence. Our extensive range of easy-entry walk in baths with inward opening doors make bathing an effortless pleasure again. Whether you want to reduce your reliance on helpers or simply wish to take pleasure from your regained privacy, a walk in bath gives back a dimension in lifestyle that can be so easily lost

Not all walk in baths are the same. Just because it may look like one does not mean it will function well as one.  Choose from our range of superior quality baths with door access. Each and every walk in bath you will find here is the product of meticulous design, careful construction and has been subjected to rigorous testing.

Because of our specialist involvement with these products over many years we have forged exceptional relationships with manufacturers and as a consequence are delighted to be able to offer you premium quality products at prices that can only be regarded as outstanding. Please feel at liberty to call us with any questions you may have or to discover exactly what goes into the fabrication of these rather unusual products. (Click here for contact information)

A walk in bath is the ideal solution where limited mobility causes difficulty when bathing. Throughout the years manufacturers have experimented with different styles and designs of bath - some of them with catastrophic results!

Materials also play an important part as to whether the bath will function as required. For example, if the bath flexes when it's filled with water or the occupant moves it is likely that the seal around the door will leak. This is a particular problem. It is therefore important that the construction of the bath provides rigidity or you might find water running through your ceiling!

Another issue is which way the door should open - inward or outward? You might be surprised to discover how heavy water is. Just imagine how catastrophic the problem is when an outward opening door mechanism fails!!! The bath literally empties there in front of your eyes.... all over the place. For this reason and after much development this is why the inward opening door is by far the preferred method nowadays. The weight of water in the bath when full presses against an inwardly opening door and actually improves the action of the door seal. The bath still has to be manufactured to resist flexing for this to work OK, but you can probably see the advantage.

Ease of use makes bathing more pleasurable and aids safety. It also reduces the need for assistance enhancing privacy and independence for those who would normally require higher levels of aid because of reduced mobility.

The advantage of an upright model. Upright models like the Classic Walk-in take up less space than a conventional bath. The higher body offers support when entering and exiting and the higher seating position makes sitting down and standing up less of an effort.

If you prefer a conventional shape but require a door take a look at the Duet. If you require a lift then enjoy the luxury of a Luxor Walk-in Bath - fully equipped with touch-sensitive controls for the lifting system and water controls.

Hydro Massage systems represent the height of luxury and provide the ultimate bathing experience. With millions of tiny air bubbles massaging your skin while you relax in a soothing bath of warm water the affect is believed to enhance circulation and most certainly adds to the whole pleasurable experience. What could be nicer than a gentle massage while you relax?

Installing a walk-in bath presents no special requirements. At the end of the day it is still a bath! With additional space available for access to plumbing on models such as the Classic and Barry installation often proves easier than fitting a conventional bath. Hydrotherapy systems will require an RCCD protected power supply which must be installed as per IEE Regulations (providing the user with total security and protection from the electrical supply). This too is not a complicated task but should be carried out by a competent person.

VAT Exemption is often available when purchasing a product of this nature. If you believe you qualify or would like further information about VAT Exemption please don't hesitate to contact us for further assistance. For more info check here

Whether you need the easy access or simply want to enhance the bathing experience, a walk in bath will add a new dimension to bath time.