Adapted Living Spaces

Include a Walk-in Tub in Your Bathroom Remodel

2012-05-15T17:38:08Z

After reading our post, Is it Time to Remodel Your Bathroom, did you come to the conclusion that it is in fact time for you to do so? If you are in the beginning phase of brainstorming the design of your new bathroom we would like to suggest that you include a walk-in tub in your plans. We especially recommend a walk-in tub if you plan on retiring and staying in your home indefinitely.

You may be thinking that you don’t need a walk-in tub right now because you have no mobility impairments, and while that may be true a walk-in tub will provide you with more and more benefits as the years go on. Since they feature a barrier-free entry you won’t have to worry about straining to get in or out as you age, which will also help reduce the chance of slips and falls. It will also help you maintain your independence if you do happen to encounter mobility impairments in the future.

If you would like to discuss including a walk-in tub in your bathroom remodel call Adapted Living Spaces at 888-607-3760 if you are in the metro Atlanta area.

The Top 10 Features of Accessible Bathrooms

2012-05-10T15:06:05Z

Roll in shower by Adapted Living Spaces

Have you heard about the many benefits of remodeling the bathrooms in your home to make them accessible and easy to use for anyone, but you aren’t exactly sure what goes into it? If you think an accessible bathroom design may be the best option for your home we are going to provide you with a brief overview of the top 10 features to include so that any and everyone can safely use the space; they include:

Three feet wide doorways that allow wheelchairs to pass
Walk-in shower or bathtub
Grabs near the toilet and inside the bathtub and shower
Bench seating inside the shower
Showerheads at multiple levels with hand-held nozzles
Comfort-height toilets
Roll under sink and vanity
Lower light switches and faucets that are easy to use
Slip resistant flooring
Doors with push or lever handles

If you are interested in learning more about how you can make the bathroom(s) in your Atlanta-area home more accessible call Adapted Living Spaces at 888-607-3760.

How to Make Your Home’s Entryways Accessible

2012-05-09T13:10:24Z

If you or someone in your household has recently endured a walking impairment you may be finding that it’s becoming increasingly difficult to maneuver through the thresholds of your home. And if there is one thing that will make you feel like a prisoner to your own home it’s not being able to get in and out in an easy and comfortable manner. Luckily, we specialize in home adaptations so we are able to modify your home into a place that is more easily maneuverable and convenient for the members of your household who are elderly or that have disabilities.

A few of the ways you can make your home’s entryways accessible include:

expanding doorways
adding a wheelchair/accessibility ramp
adding a wheelchair lift

For a free quote on making your Atlanta area home’s entryways accessible call Adapted Living Spaces at 888-607-3760 and let us help you improve your home to meet your needs!