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Colorado Bathroom Remodeling

Frequently Asked Questions about Safety & Accessibility

This page is devoted to providing honest answers to help you make confident decisions about your bathroom renovation and/or kitchen cabinet restyling.

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What safety features do you offer?

 

Standard Safety Features:

  • Slip-resistant flooring/bases (textured surface)
  • Rounded edges (no sharp corners)
  • Pressure-balanced valves (prevent scalding)

Optional Safety Upgrades:

  • Grab bars (multiple placement options)
  • Built-in seating (fold-down or fixed)
  • Handheld showerheads (adjustable height)
  • Zero-threshold entry (wheelchair accessible)
  • Wider doors (easier entry/exit)

Are walk-in tubs safe for seniors?

 

Yes!  KOHLER walk-in tubs are considered the industry standard and are specifically designed for senior safety.  KOHLER’s founder, John Michael Kohler, created the first bathtub more than 140 years ago in Wisconsin.  Since then, the company has continued to lead the plumbing technology industry, engineering and manufacturing various bathroom and kitchen essentials right here in the U.S.

Kohler prides itself on creating functional designs that match your personal style, a philosophy that carries over into their accessible baths. 

 

Kohler’s walk-in tubs are great for older adults who:

  • Want a safe, comfortable way to bathe independently
  • Need an extra-wide seat or door
  • Care about the tub’s appearance
  • Would benefit from hydrotherapy and aerotherapy
  • Have a flexible budget

Safety Advantages

  • Low 3" entry (vs. 14" traditional tub step-over)

  • Built-in seat (no standing required)

  • Grab bars included (tested to 250+ lbs)

  • Slip-resistant floor

  • Anti-scald technology (temp control)

Considerations

  • Must fill before use (3-5 min wait)

  • Must drain before exiting (3-5 min wait)

  • Door must seal properly (we test thoroughly)
Walk-In Tub Statistics (Consumer Affairs) CDC Facts About Falls

What does "aging in place" mean, and how can you help?

 

Aging in place means modifying your home so you can safely live there as you age, avoiding moves to assisted living facilities.

HomePride bathroom modifications:

  • Walk-in tubs or zero-threshold showers
  • Grab bar installations (strategically placed)
  • Comfort-height toilets
  • Handheld showerheads
  • Built-in seating
  • Slip-resistant flooring

Our designers specialize in Universal Design, features that work for all ages and abilities while looking stylish (not institutional).

Photo pf Mary. sharing how her Kohler walk-in bath improved her quality of life

Learn how Mary's KOHLER walk-in bath improved her quality of life

Other Common Questions

Can you make my bathroom wheelchair accessible?

Do walk-in tubs qualify for medical deductions?

Are your products covered by Medicare or insurance?

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