We purchased these grab bars to make our bathroom safer: our floor tiles are slippery when wet and there is a single step up to the bath tub which is a trip hazard. The bars seem sturdy and the wavy bronze design is unique. We recommend investing in a professional installation, as these have to be mounted on the studs to be effective. We have metal studs, plus we had to drill through tile, but the extra expense was worth it. We feel safer now and will likely keep the bars when we remodel the bathroom.