Slippery surfaces, high tub walls, and inadequate lighting can transform a simple routine into a dangerous task. Falls in the bathroom account for a significant number of emergency-room visits, with seniors over 65 being especially vulnerable.
If you or someone you love is aging in place within the Greater Delmarva, Philadelphia, or Baltimore Metro areas, prioritizing bathroom safety is crucial.
At Coastal Bath Company, we specialize in crafting secure, comfortable, and stylish bathroom sanctuaries. We’ve compiled eight essential tips on how to improve bathtub safety for seniors and explained how targeted remodeling can solidify these tips into permanent realities.
The CDC reports that annually, one out of four seniors will experience a fall, with the bathroom being a hotspot for such incidents. One major point of hazard is the bathtub, with its high walls and slippery surface. Bathing should be something you can enjoy with comfort and dignity, not a source of stress, shame, and fear.
Falls can lead to severe consequences like broken hips, head injuries, and prolonged hospital stays, which can significantly hamper independence. While installing grab bars and bathmats is beneficial, a holistic approach to senior bathroom safety, through a professionally planned remodel, provides a more comprehensive solution.
Here are our eight essential insights into a safety-first bathroom remodel:
Why It Matters
Navigating a 15-inch tub wall can jeopardize balance. By opting for a low-threshold or walk-in tub, the step can be reduced to as little as 2-4 inches, often including a watertight door for easy access.
Our Solution
Coastal Bath Company installs USA-made walk-in tubs featuring contoured seats, hydrotherapy jets, quick-drain technology, and slip-resistant floors. We tailor the dimensions to suit your home’s existing footprint in locations like Lewes, Dover, Salisbury, Philadelphia, and Baltimore, ensuring you never have to compromise space for safety.
Why It Matters
Grab bars offer essential leverage for entering, exiting, and repositioning while seated. Standard towel racks aren’t designed to support body weight and can fail during emergencies.
Our Solution
We install ADA-compliant grab bars securely anchored into wall studs rather than drywall. Color-matched finishes blend seamlessly with existing fixtures, maintaining aesthetics without sacrificing utility.
Why It Matters
Soap scum and water can create dangerous invisible hazards. Even younger adults can slip on glossy enamel surfaces.
Stick-on decals and bathmats may eventually peel off, leaving behind unsightly residue. On the other hand, modern acrylic and composite materials with built-in textures provide stylish, lasting slip resistance without fading or delaminating.
Our Solution
During a remodel, Coastal Bath Company replaces outdated tubs and surrounds with slip-resistant acrylic systems sealed with antimicrobial protection. This is particularly beneficial in coastal climates where humidity can foster mold growth.
Why It Matters
Prolonged standing in a wet environment increases the risk of falls and fatigue. A stable, comfortable seat supports safe bathing and allows caregivers to assist without bending risks.
Our Solution
We offer built-in contoured seating options or fold-down benches capable of supporting up to 400 lbs. For clients in Baltimore row homes or Philly brownstones, our compact bench models preserve essential floor space.
Why It Matters
Seniors often have slower reflexes and thinner skin, elevating the risk of being scalded.
Our Solution
In your remodel, we install pressure-balanced or thermostatic mixing valves and reliable lever handles. We can also set maximum temperature limits to protect memory-impaired residents efficiently.
Why It Matters
Dim lighting can obscure water on the floor, creating disorienting shadows and straining the eyes of aging individuals.
Our Solution
Coastal Bath Company integrates waterproof LED fixtures and motion-activated nightlights for improved visibility. We also use contrasting color palettes to enhance depth perception.
Why It Matters
Reaching for toiletries on high shelves—or worse, directly from the floor—can result in dangerous twists and slips.
Our Solution
We integrate recessed niches at seated height within tub or shower walls, making essentials easily accessible. Adjustable shelving is adapted for multi-generational households in Delmarva beach cottages to accommodate varying family heights and needs.
Why It Matters
As mobility needs evolve, an adaptable remodel can grow with you.
Our Solution
We offer modular systems with removable panels and pre-prepared reinforcement points for additional grab bars or transfer poles in the future. This preparation avoids the need for another costly remodel down the line.
Greater Delmarva Area: Coastal homes often contend with high humidity and corrosive salt air. Our unique acrylic walls resist mold, and stainless hardware provides rust-resistance, vital for retirees in seaside homes.
Philadelphia Metro: Narrow rowhouses often demand innovative layouts. We specialize in tub-to-shower conversions that maximize the use of limited space while enhancing resale appeal.
Baltimore Metro: Historic properties come with challenges such as out-of-plumb walls and uneven floors. Our custom-fit liners and shims ensure a waterproof, level installation while maintaining historic charm.
Many clients find it surprising that Medicare Advantage plans, state aging offices, or VA benefits may cover costs related to aging-in-place modifications. All Coastal Bath Company bathroom remodels come with a warranty for your peace of mind. For further information on specific warranties, contact us today.
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Picture stepping confidently into a warm bath, supported by a trusted grab bar, with assurance that the floor beneath will secure your every step. This peace of mind isn’t a luxury—it’s imperative for seniors seeking to retain independence.
Coastal Bath Company transcends the role of traditional contractors; we’re your partners in aging with dignity. Our team understands the unique architectural nuances of homes from Bethany Beach to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, leveraging our expertise to deliver meticulous, swift, and lasting solutions that stand the test of time
If you or a loved one are considering a bathroom remodel focused on safety, we invite you to schedule a no-obligation consultation. Together, we’ll assess risks, visualize solutions, and create a customized plan, transforming your bathroom from the most accident-prone area into a safe oasis.
Coastal Bath Company—leading Greater Delmarva, Philadelphia, and Baltimore Metro homeowners from vulnerability to vitality, one personalized bathroom at a time. Contact us to learn more and start your journey to safety today.
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