The walk-in tub can hold up to 46 gallons of water, ensuring a calming and cleansing bath. Built with many safety features, the walk-in tubs offers security with minimal assistance.
An anti-scald water mixing valve prevents the water temperature from rising above a preset temperature. Special drains expedite the drain time, thus becoming very beneficial for those with health problems that may require immediate attention.
A twenty-four inch inward opening door with a five inch rise on the threshold, allows easy access. Constructed of high quality fiberglass the walk-in tub has a contoured, cushioned seat that makes bathing more enjoyable.
The seat and floor are slip-proof and thereby offers more secure footing. The faucets are within arms reach along with an extendable showerhead that makes reaching even the most difficult areas a breeze. Grab bars come standard on all of the walk-in tubs.
Equipped with air propelled hydrotherapy jets the walk-in tub has temperature sensors that adjusts and maintains the heat of the jets. This allows for a gentle massage that is very soothing to aching muscles and sore joints. Among the warm massage benefits are the reduction of arthritis, muscle strain, inflammation and menstrual cramps.
It also reduces high blood pressure, stimulates the elimination of impurities through the skin, promotes emotional balance, increases circulation, and relieves varicose veins.
It has also been shown to alleviate bladder and urinary distress. Some studies also suggest that warm water massages restore emotional balance and help to eliminate insomnia. Soaking in cool water reduces fever.
The water is drained and is not recirculated. This is extremely important as it provides a bacteria-free environment especially for those with diabetes, open wounds, or recovering from recent surgical procedures. This is also important if the tub is used by more than one person.
The fiberglass construction offers easy cleaning and maintenance. The walk-in tub comes in white and biscuit, but it can be ordered in custom colors. The tub was designed to fit into the space that is normally occupied by a conventional bath tub. Existing plumbing and drains can be used so there is no additional cost to have plumbing moved.
This tub was designed to restore independence, self-confidence, and dignity as well as to offer a safe way to bathe in comfort.
Perhaps the most difficult part of bathing in a conventional bathtub is stepping into and out of the tub while maintaining one's balance trying to step over the high sides of the tub. This no longer poses a problem with the walk-in tub.
This tub has only a five inch threshold under a twenty-four inch wide door that seals when closed. With grab bars standard in all of these tubs a person can feel confident in maintaining their balance.
The tub is designed with a non-slip seat and flooring for added safety. The faucet is within easy arm's reach and has an extendable showerhead for further ease in bathing and rinsing off.
An additional benefit is the special design of the faucet. It is enhanced so that it reduces the wait time for filling the tub. This faucet also has an anti-scald mixing valve that prevents the water temperature from exceeding the preset temperature.
Also included in this tub are air propelled hydrotherapy jets. With water propelled jets a person with fragile skin may not be able to use the jets at all or for a very limited amount of time. The air propelled jets allow for sustained use for a longer period of time.
The jets have temperature sensors that adjust and maintain the temperature of the water that is thrust outward. These jets act as a water massage, which has beneficial effects for the reduction of arthritis, sore joints and muscles, and inflammation.
Unlike a Jacuzzi or a hot tub, the water is not recirculated. The water is completely drained after each use. This allows the tub to be wiped with disinfectant to maintain a bacteria- free environment. Not only is this important for a person with diabetes, open cuts, or recovering from a surgical procedure, it is imperative when the tub is to be used by others.
Compact and designed to fit in less space than a conventional tub, the walk-in tub matches up to existing plumbing thereby eliminating the need for any further expense to install new drain lines and plumbing. Constructed of high quality fiberglass this tub is low maintenance and wipes clean with a non-abrasive disinfectant cleanser, providing many years of use.
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