Bathroom safety may not ever cross your mind, as these spaces are part of our daily routines. Since the bathroom is one of the most frequently used rooms in a home it can also be one of the most dangerous. Especially if homeowners have failed to take precautions to maximize bathroom safety. Some important steps homeowners can take in order to create a bathroom that is safe for all users include removing any rugs, adding non-slip features or mats to the bathtub and/or shower, installing a railing, ensuring adequate lighting, regular cleanings, securing hazardous items and chemicals, leaving frequently used items in easy to reach locations, remembering not to leave any items that use electricity plugged in, and drying off wet surfaces. When these tips are kept in mind, a safer bathroom environment can be maintained.
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- Keep a well-lit bathroom space. Motion sensor lights are helpful for trips to the bathroom at night when people are drowsy.
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- Make toiletries and other bathroom items easily accessible. Extreme reaching and bending may cause one to become unbalanced.
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- Eliminate bathroom rugs. If you must have rugs, keep them flat and apply a non-skid backing underneath.
“A big injury risk comes with those midnight ventures to the bathroom. Wandering through the dark while half-asleep is a dangerous combination Having extra lighting, such as night light plug-ins in your bathroom or in the surrounding hallways, can help prevent falls and injury.”
Read more: https://www.modernbathroom.com/blog/post/2019/03/05/10-tips-for-a-safer-bathroom
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