Wheelchair Accessible Bathtubs
Wheelchair-accessible bathtubs make getting in and out of the tub easier and safer, for the bather and for the caregiver. They are made in the USA, in sizes for home and commercial bathrooms. There are two main designs, and which fits depends on how the user transfers.
Two ways an accessible tub helps
- Out-swinging door. A door that swings out lets the user side-transfer into the tub from a seated position.
- Cantilevered lip. A wide lip gives a surface to transfer onto, then lower into the tub. It suits bathers with good arm strength, or it can be used with a bathtub lift.
Tub or accessible shower?
If a bath is important, an accessible tub works. If the goal is simply easier bathing, an accessible shower is often simpler and takes less room. See curbless showers and roll-in shower bases, or our guide to roll-in vs. transfer showers. Replacing a tub with a shower instead? See tub-to-shower conversion kits.
Accessible bathtub questions we hear
What is a wheelchair-accessible bathtub?
A bathtub designed for easier transfers, either with an out-swinging door or a cantilevered lip, so a wheelchair user can get in and out.
How do I choose between the door and the lip design?
The door suits a seated side transfer. The lip suits users with good arm strength, or users with a bathtub lift. Call us and we will help match the tub to how the person transfers.
Do you offer tubs for commercial bathrooms?
Yes, we have sizes for both home and commercial use. Check each product for dimensions.
Questions? Call 877-392-2531.