Discussing your bathroom remodel and sink installation with a trusted expert can be a fun experience, as you get to design your project according to your needs and preferences. But how can you design a safe bathroom for your growing family? This is especially important if you have kids and aging parents, so adding more safety features is a priority to ensure a safe bathroom experience. To help you out, The Bathroom Store shares some useful tips:
Install Safety Bars
These are important especially if your bathroom is used by seniors. Slip-resistant grab bars can be installed in the shower/bath to offer support frames and prevent accidents or injuries while getting in and out of the area. Discuss with your trusted bathroom contractor how support bars can be properly installed around your shower area.
Keep Hazardous Materials Out of Reach
This includes your makeup, medications, mouthwash, and hairspray. While they may not seem like hazardous materials at first glance, but in the hands of a very young child, they become objects to taste, touch, open, and explore. Whether you have daily toiletries or cleaning products in your bathroom space, make sure to keep hazardous materials high and out of reach so that your kids can’t access them.
Consider Non-Slip Mats and Tiles
If you’re planning to add more safety features in your bathroom remodel, consider using non-slip materials for your tile installation. They can be tiles made from textured surfaces that prevent accidental slips and injuries, which is convenient for both kids and aging parents. You can also add bath mats with rubber surfaces and suction cups that stick to the floor to further reduce any chance of slippage.
Add Stepping Stools
You can expect your kids to climb on things all the time, no matter what the obstacle may be. In your bathroom, for instance, they may not be tall enough to use the sink, so they’ll likely turn a nearby bucket upside down and step on it to reach it. They may even use it as a foot-hold to reach the tub or window! The best way to prevent this is by adding a stepping stool to your bathroom space. A stepping stool provides a proper foothold for your kids, preventing unexpected accidents in your bathroom.
The Bathroom Store always ensures your tile or tub replacement project gets completed with your needs and preferences in mind. Talk to us today by calling (701) 515-0370, or you can conveniently reach us online.
