Stop worrying about slides and falls with new accessible bathroom fixtures, that make showering and bathing substantially easier and safer for elderly people.

Question 1

1) Is there a way to re-sell the tub once we are done with it?

You can re sell or locate used walk-in baths being sold online. Nevertheless, a lot of people generally desire to be sure they are purchasing a walk in bathtub that personally matches with their needs for the long-term. They're much less likely to take a big risk by paying all of the costs associated with transport and the removal of their present tub without a bit more investment and guarantee in the condition and quality of their purchase. There isn't really a huge market for plumbing fixtures that are used. In the event you're unsure how long you are going to be at your Pawtucket residence and can't warrant a long-term care solution of a leading walk-in bath installation, then there are easy measure retrofits that give you the ability to return the toilet to an unmodified toilet to avoid turning potential buyers away who don't desire to pay for a big removal. Finally, if you do think you could try and resell your walk in bathtub, the next buyer may want to be aware of whether the lifetime guarantee is extended to other owners too or if they are going to have to cover the costs related to a door seal or alternative part damages that could occur with use.

Question 2

2) Are these tubs as easy to clean as normal tubs?

They are not difficult to clean, but unlike routine tubs, it is recommended to keep a day-to-day cleaning habit with a walk-in bathtub utilizing the correct products and subsequent manufacturer's recommendations. You would like to really make sure with a walk in bathroom that you remove scum and spots to protect the surface. Get into the practice of wiping down the surfaces that are wet after each use to help avoid the build up scum, which will necessitate more scrubbing later. Weekly, use cleaners to clean your walk in bathtub. Products that address your particular water stain and deposits should be considered as well as any indications that these products may destroy the finish on your own bath. You need to familiarize yourself with the very best cleaning methods for your sort of bath since tubs are generally either acrylic or fiberglass. Fiberglass can easily dull and is porous and fragile and spot. Acrylic is nonporous and easy to clean. Additionally, if the current weather permits, air the room out so that it does not remain humid all day. Some manufacturers advise that your bathroom window opens for an hour daily to let moisture escape.

Question 3

3) Why are these tubs so much more expensive than normal tubs?

Mostly you are paying for a listing of safety features that are unavailable on a regular tub. These safety features are built into walk in baths for persons with limited mobility to reduce the chance of falling down. An important aspect of walk in baths is that there's a low step threshold to allow a user to readily enter into the tub unconcerned concerning the typical high wall of a normal tub. The walk in tubs also generally include jet treatment a cleaning function, and enhanced drain choices. Also, among the reasons why the cost varies among the walk-in tubs is that the baths are custom-made depending on someone 's demands rather than factory replicated, so you can discover a tub that is specially made for someone who desires wheelchair access, a tub that fits a bigger person, or a soaker tub with jets.

Question 4

4) About how much will one of these tubs cost to get installed?

The setup can really cost you approximately $1,500-$3,000 to be installed in Pawtucket. Sometimes the cost of the unit along with the installment is a better investment than paying for a caretaker.

Question 5

5) How do walk in bathtubs work?

When you enter the walk in tub, you shut the doorway and seal it by pulling on the handle toward you. Make sure the handle is locked in order to prevent any water decline. There are different kinds of handles determined by the version you choose to purchase. Make sure it's a handle you could quickly function. Following that, you shut the floor drain and ensure the anti-scald device has already been preset before utilizing the bath. Your bath is ready once the tub fills to the desired depth. Ensure that you get familiar with the operating instructions to gauge which speed works best for your needs, in case you plan on using jets. When you've finished your bath, remove the drain depending on the kind of drain or turn the overflow knob you need to empty the water. Pull on the bathtub leave and handle the tub.

Question 6

6) Can I make one of these myself?

Yes, but most people don't start from scratch, they begin with a tub conversion kit. There are instructions available on how to convert your existing bathtub into a walk in tub. We advise that you simply understand the best way to use the tools that are correct in order that you just do not end up with a non-working tub. There are firms that know the way to turn your handicap that is tub more and your home reachable for less of an investment than alternatives. As Rhode Island installers, we understand the way to direct you in the proper course, so please ask us for a consultation so we are able to assist you to make your house match your present needs, particularly if you've recently become disabled or are supplying an aged person care-giving in their home or your home.

Question 7

7) Can the shower be used still with a walk-in bathtub?

Yes. There are walk in bath installations that provide you with a big standing area for standup showers. You can shower sitting down or standing up. Ensure you get the appropriate dimensions for the walk in tub in order that you do not feel cramped during a stand-up shower. Also, another thing to keep in mind is always to ask about the faucet place, because if your faucet is not right against a wall, it is considerably harder to tap into your existing shower in case you want to keep your standing shower.

Question 8

8) How much do walk-in bathtubs cost in Pawtucket?

A walk-in tub in Pawtucket generally ranges in cost from $1,700 to over $30,000. The cost depends upon whether you have it professionally installed by our Rhode Island team, what characteristics you choose, as well as the grade of the product. The cost also varies depending on whether you choose fiberglass or acrylic tubs. Everybody is different and ensuring that a walk in bath works for a person's unique position is quite essential because it's usually replacing a bathtub or bath assembly that isn't satisfying their needs. A good walk-in bathtub runs between $3,000 and $8,000 installed. Some suppliers offer a cash bonus or monthly payments.

Question 9

9) Can I choose the color / style to match my interior decoration?

Yes. Check with the makers about Rhode Island alternatives. Some offer colors that are uniform with most bathrooms. Picking the right walk-in bathtub for you means discussing the number of sizes, fashions and layouts to make sure it satisfies your own special needs and room conditions. Since most makers make tubs in cream and white, you may need to pay an added fee for a custom shade.

Question 10

10) How do walk-in tubs drain?

Some systems employ a gravitation just drainage system, while other manufacturers offer power assisted drainage systems. Ordinarily, the drainage system in a walk-in tub is attached to the normal bath drain, which is threaded into a flat conduit called a waste shoe. The shoe is sealed with putty or a foam washer under its flange. Since a bather cannot leave the bath until all the water is drained, the big difference is the fact that since sitting there waiting for the water can leave a bather feeling cooled, manufacturing companies have tried to reduce the waiting time. Comparing double drain choices to rapid drain choices is vital when considering that most walk-in tubs take between 2 and 3 minutes to drain which demands the temperature in the room be comfortable while they wait. Some features may cost you more, so it's almost always advisable to ask. Finally, get to be aware of the difference between frameless tubs and framed tubs since because they don't alter the drain height of your existing bath frameless tubs tend to drain faster than framed baths. Framed baths are constructed on a steel framework and the bottom of the bathtub is dangled off the ground. Frameless tubs are made with an extra-strength mold that really doesn't require a steel framework and the bottom of the tub isn't suspended in the air.

Question 11

11) Is there any additional structural support needed before installation?

Many walk-in bathtubs are mounted to a stainless steel welded support framework with leveling feet that is included with your bathtub that was bought. The floor in the bathroom must have a structural support strength that surpasses the weight of the tub in addition to the weight of the water. Our Pawtucket installer will check to ascertain if it's not, if the floor is level and otherwise, then they will make use of the leveling legs to adjust the amount of the bath. Of course, the last tub will have to be eliminated. Also, the if replacing the wall or tile in the region will have to be removed.

Question 12

12) Will AARP cover the cost of equipment and installation?

AARP isn't a provider of insurance, but contracts with insurance companies to make coverage available to AARP members. AARP will not make health plan recommendations for individuals and doesn't cover the expense of walk-in bathtubs or any well-being needs. AARP does provide access to healthcare tools and coverage like other health plans and Medicare Supplement Insurance to members as a resource, but third parties provide member advantages. Check with the plans that are listed in Rhode Island under the membership services of AARP.

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