Sometimes, more attention is paid to how a bathroom is decorated than to the safety of the space.
Water on a bathroom floor is a slipping hazard, and often an invisible one.
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Question:Is a towel bar the same as a grab bar?
Answer:Usually no.
That way, the bar wont detach when gripped, such as to prevent a fall.
(Suction-cup handles are not suitable substitutes.)
A grab bars placement will vary based on the space or a residents needs.
Grab bars with a textured, nonslip surface are best.
A vertical grab bar helps with balance and is easiest to grip.
A horizontal placement helps with forward and backward movements.
A diagonal installation is useful for getting into a seated or standing position.
Grab bars are increasingly available in decorative, dual-purpose styles and some do include a towel bar.
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