Shower Chair

What possible purpose could anyone have for a shower stool in general, much less a corner shower stool? A stool is nothing more than a seat that has been designed to be used in the bathroom. It is designed to make bathing easier, more comfortable and safer.

There are time when you want to relax in the tub, but have trouble lowering yourself down. The bath chair will allow the comfort of a tub while in the security of a chair. There are times when you need to shave your legs, or just soak your feet, and sitting on a stool makes the chore much easier, safer and more comfortable.

If you are caring for disabled, elderly or injured family members a shower stool can make the difference between them having some privacy in the shower and having to constantly have you in the bathroom with them. Shower stools also make showering safer for elderly family members who may be struggling with poor balance. If you have small children who like to horse around in the bathtub the shower stool can be useful for you to sit on while you are monitoring them.

Shower benches are technically medical equipment, but there are many styles available that are as stylish and attractive as they are functional.

Bathrooms that have limited space to work with are ideal candidates for corner stools. These stools fit perfectly into the corner of any shower. They are out of the way and will not interfere with people who are using the shower but not the stool. Shower stools are designed without a back rest, making them even more compact and freeing up more space around them.

You may expect shower stools to be made out of plastic or aluminum, but they can also use attractive teak wood.

A stool designed using teak wood is extremely attractive and will compliment any bathroom. Teak is naturally resistant to water because it has its own natural oils. This naturally moist composition is what makes it such a good choice for outdoor furniture as well as shower stools. The yellowish brown color of teak will gradually fade with use to an attractive and stylish silver hue.

Another option for stools are plastic shower benches. Plastic shower benches have the added benefit of being lightweight and portable. Cleaning requires simply wiping them off occasionally.

Shower benches are also available in rectangular stools and attractive circular stools allowing you an even greater range of choices. Narrow bathtubs can benefit the most from round shower stools as they will fit into smaller areas. Larger bathrooms can accommodate rectangular benches and will be complimented by them.