Choosing the Perfect Shower Seating Option for You

Bathrooms are considered the most dangerous rooms in any house, thanks to the higher chances of slipping and falling. Fortunately, there are many options for safer showering nowadays for any homeowners with concerns around accessibility. 

As an experienced and well-known bathroom remodeling company in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Bath Masters knows all about shower remodeling, and offers many different selections for our customers looking for improved comfort while utilizing their bathrooms.

One of the easiest and quickest ways to restore your peace of mind is through adding shower seating. With the option to sit down and rest while rinsing off, many people can breathe a sigh of relief. But there are a few different seating options available on the market, and which works for you may depend on your specific needs.

Built-In Shower Seating

For a shower seating option that will never require you to lift a finger, built-in seating is the way to go! These seats are a part of the entire shower structure itself, and typically have the same color scheme for a seamless blend. You can select different types of built-in seating, such as:

  • Corner Shower Seat: This option takes up the least amount of space, giving you plenty of room in the rest of the shower.
  • Shower Bench Seat: Bench seating gives you ample space to sit and rest during your shower.

Built-in seating is reliable, as the seat is mounted into the wall studs for maximum strength and durability.

Fold-Down Shower Seating

If your shower is on the smaller side, a fold-down seat may be the best option. These shower seats are also mounted to wall studs for strength, but are hinged to fold up while not in use, to provide extra space for those who prefer standing. The seat is designed to stay upright when folded up, so no extra work is required from you!

The versatility of this option is great for households where some may prefer to utilize the chair while others want the extra space.

Transfer Shower Seating

With this option, an independent shower chair can straddle a tub rail or any type of lip so that users don't have to lift their feet up and over to step inside the shower. The seat itself is wider than a normal chair, so you can sit down outside of the shower, move in, and either continue sitting or use a safety bar to stand up. 

This option is another great choice for households where some family members may stand and others prefer sitting. Similarly, anyone who has friends and family with extra accessibility needs can easily bring out a transfer shower seat when needed, and store away when not.

Bath Masters can efficiently install any of the aforementioned seating options during our shower remodels. Our replacement showers come in a variety of customizable options, including:

If you need improved accessibility out of your next shower remodel, give Bath Masters a call. We'll give you a free estimate on a new shower installation, or any of our other bathroom remodeling services.