Easier Bathing With Walk In Bath Tubs
Some handicapped and elderly individuals have trouble safely getting into and out of regular bath tubs. It can be a difficult thing to do without some extra safety products or someone to help. One way for these individuals to be able to remain more independent is for them to get walk in bath tubs. Walk in bath tubs come in a wide variety of sizes to fit virtually any space, and you can find them available with a number of different options to customize your bathing experience and make it more of a spa experience.
One of the easiest ways to switch from regular bath tubs to walk in bath tubs is to get a walk in tub that has the same footprint as your current bath tub. Simply Bathtubs sells 13 different walk in bath tubs, all of which fit this requirement. They range in depth from 26 to 32 inches, and cost anywhere from $4,499 to $9039. Their Walk In Bathtub 30 Inch is the least expensive option, and measures 52"L x 30.25"W x 42"H. For an additional cost you can add whirlpool or air jet features. The most luxurious option is the Classic Hydrotherapy Walk In Bath Tub. This 52.50"L x 30.50"W x 37.00"H tub features an inline heater, aromatherapy, ozonator, 26 hydrotherapy jets with 4 different speeds, 19 whirlpool jets, 2 LED chromatherapy lights and an inflatable neck pillow.
Another source for walk in bath tubs is My-Bath.com. The options available range in price from $2,399 to $6,900. The least expensive model is the IL USA Economy Walk In Bathtub, which is 50.5" x 31.5" x 39.5" and comes in either white or almond color. You can add whirlpool and/or air jets for an additional cost. The most expensive option is the Safety Tubs ST6032 Walk-In Bathtub, which is 30" x 32.25" x 31.5" and comes in either white or biscuit color. You have the option of paying more and adding an extension kit (from 51 to 70 inches), an acrylic surround kit, a heat pump, an aromatherapy system, and/or a chromatherapy system.
Independent Living U.S.A. has one of the widest selections of walk in bath tubs available, offering over 30 different models of walk in bath tubs to suit any need and price range, which the least expensive economy tub only costing $1,599. There are no optional features with this tub, which is 60"L x 30"W x 19"H and does not include a spa system. They also have spa models, models that fit in the space of a shower stall, models for larger bathers, and extra long walk in bath tubs.
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