More household accidents occur in the bathroom than in any other room in the house. Hard porcelain surfaces and soapy water make bathrooms slippery places where falling can be dangerous. Older persons may have balance problems, or weak joints or muscles, which make bathing difficult.
Many products exist to help make bathing easier and safer.
Bath seats are one of the most common types of bathing devices. Bath seats are good for people who have difficulty standing in the shower or sitting on the bottom of the tub. Some people prefer them simply because a seat provides a more comfortable bathing experience. There are a variety of types of bath seats available. Most have suction cups or rubber feet that keep the chair stable in the tub and prevent scratching of the tub surface.