Locking Support Grab Bar for Bathroom
Hey, we all have different needs! And having different needs means that we all need different bathroom set ups!
If you prefer to pull up to a standing position instead of pushing up, I’ve got the grab bar for you!
Locking support grab bars are a great option for people who need something to grab onto to pull up instead of pushing off a traditional straight grab bar.
Watch this video or keep reading below to learn about locking support grab bars!
Locking Support Grab Bars
Locking support grab bars help you safely sit down and stand up from the toilet. You pull up from the toilet as opposed to pushing yourself up from the toilet.
Some people may find pushing up from the toilet uncomfortable in their wrists and shoulders. The locking support grab bar allows you to grip in different positions that alleviates strain on your wrist and shoulder joints.
Holding onto the locking support grab bar while standing will help you keep your balance when shimmying your pants up or down.
Installation
Locking support grab bars can be installed vertically or horizontally.
If you have it installed vertically, the loading capacity is 250 pounds. When installed horizontally, the loading capacity is 450 pounds.
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Make sure you have it installed into studs or blocking so there’s no way it can rip out of your bathroom wall!
How to Unlock the Grab Bar
If you’re worried about the locking support grab bar sticking out from the wall and being in the way, don’t worry! You can simply pull out the pins that lock it securely into place and move the bar to the left or the right (check out the video to see what I’m talking about).
If you installed it horizontally, you pull out the pins and move the bar up or down.
Where to Install
There are so many different places you could install the locking support grab bar!
You could put it next to the toilet or right above the toilet tank. People with male anatomy may appreciate installing the locking support grab bar above the toilet so they can hold onto it for balance while standing to urinate.
People who use walkers or wheelchairs can come directly in front of the toilet and pull on the locking support grab bar to stand and do their duty!
If you have a low hanging ceiling with studs or blocking, you can install the locking support grab bar so it’s over head. This can be a great option for caregivers to hold onto while assisting your loved one get on and off the toilet.
You can also install the grab bar in the shower since it can’t rust!
There’s no doubt you can install the locking support grab bar in a lot of places to help move around safely in the bathroom!
Versions
The locking support grab bar is available in stainless steel or painted white. Both versions will not rust with water, so you can rest assured that this will last!
Multifunctionality
If you’re like me and like to get more bang out of your buck, you can use the locking support grab bars to hang wet towels to let them air dry!
The choices are endless! Be creative!
Conclusion
Locking support grab bars provide another option to safely sit down and stand up from the toilet or shower seat! Would you put a locking support grab bar in your bathroom? Tell us in the comments below! Please share this article with a friend or family member who could benefit from a locking support grab bar!
(Hey, did you know we have an awesome online course for people who have a hard time wiping after using the toilet? It’s an awkward topic that you can learn how to solve in the comfort and privacy of your own home! Learn more about the course HERE!)
