How Wide Is A Shower Chair

How Wide Is a Shower Chair? Video

In the medical equipment business and more specifically in the field of bathroom equipment, distributors, dealers and professionals in the purchasing and sourcing function are sometimes looking for guidance on very specific products. The precise information and technical data sheets that make it possible to enrich our offerings are not always readily available and at times we have to roll up our sleeves in order to find it. We do so in the hope that the information we uncover will also be useful to our readers.

We recently had this experience and had to search for answers to an otherwise simple question: what is the width of a shower chair? The point of this research was to be able to respond appropriately to the requests of our subscribers to be able to know more details to be able to answer our customers. The question raised, probably due to an unmet need of professionals in the medical equipment business, has interested and divided our subscribers on social networks, sometimes delighting them with some surprises.

Our first conclusion is that the width of a shower chair can have a significant impact on the selection of the model that best meets your needs and those of your users. On the other hand, whether they are in wheelchairs or need to sit to shower and have the greatest mobility challenges, the dimensions of a shower chair are a determining factor in safety, comfort and ease of use of the shower.

Therefore, this article will provide a general overview of the dimensions of a shower chair and more specifically its width. Of course, throughout this article you will find indications for distributors, dealers and buyers.

The breadth of a shower chair

The breadth of a shower chair can vary considerably depending on the model and its intended use. Standard shower chairs generally offer seats ranging in width from 18 to 24 inches (45 to 61 cm).

On the other hand, if you have a smaller bathroom or shower and need a model that offers less width, there are shower chairs with a seat width of up to 17 inches (43 cm). Conversely, for heavier and larger people, bariatric shower chairs are available with seat widths ranging from 30 to 36 inches (76 to 91 cm).

Height adjustable shower chairs

Adjustable height shower chairs offer users a way to tailor the height to their specific needs and preferences. However, adjustable height shower chairs typically do not have a significant impact on their width. The adjustment mechanism is usually focused on the height of the seat and does not necessarily affect the width of the chair.

The chair remains the same width regardless of the height to which it is adjusted.

Transfer benches

Transfer benches are a specific type of shower chair designed to facilitate the transfer from outside the tub to inside, and vice versa. These models are generally wider than standard shower chairs to accommodate the user¡¯s entire seat and provide a stable surface for sliding in and out of the tub. Transfer benches typically have widths ranging from 28 to 32 inches (71 to 81 cm).

We hope that this article, by answering the initial question on the subject and the various comments received, has contributed to answering the information needs and requirements of our subscribers in the field of shower chairs.