Wet Rooms For The Disabled
In York

A walk-in bath could be fitted in either a bathroom or a wet room, since there is a separate bathing area, meaning all the waterproofing requirements of a wet room aren't necessary.

Walk-in baths are great because they allow full access for anybody, have a built-in seat to help you relax and improve your mobility, and they're suitable for a range of people of any age (even children can use it).

There are many styles available, though, so talk to our team about your needs to make sure you get the perfect solution for you. We always want every bathroom or wet room we create to suit the user perfectly.

Lifts for baths are perfect, even if it isn't a walk in one (although the two often go hand in hand).

Not only will the wet room provide wheelchair access, but by installing a lift for your bath, you can easily and comfortably get in and out.

A walk in the shower in a wet room is often the mark of a first class job. There's very often no shower tray in a disabled wet room shower because wheelchair access is often needed and those with limited mobility would struggle to make the step from the floor to the shower tray.

Level access showers work much better here, where there is no step from the floor to the shower, and actually, there's sometimes not even a separate showering area in wet rooms because of the need for extra space to help mobility and ease of access for wheelchairs.

Contact our York team today and we can discuss the walk-in shower installation you're looking for and talk more about what will suit you best.

Shower seats are a great way to give yourself added peace of mind in bathrooms because it gives you the ability to sit in the shower, so you can rest if your mobility is limited.

We will usually attach a shower seat to the wall to ensure it is completely stable, putting your safety and security first.

We've talked a lot about wheelchair access so far, but that's a very common feature of wet rooms because they are often much more open to give elderly people and disabled individuals the space to move wheelchairs and any other mobility aids they may use.

If you're a wheelchair user, then wet rooms are a brilliant solution to give you the access and freedom of movement you require.

We can install grab bars or grab rails all over wet rooms to give you the confidence you need to move around in a way that puts your independence and safety first.

Grab bars can be placed outside your shower, by the toilet, or next to a basin attached to a wall to give you extra security whilst showering or using the bathroom. They're an ideal choice for anyone who wants a little extra reassurance in the bathroom.

Toilet aids are another great example of what disabled wet rooms can feature to make everything much easier.

Raised toilet seats, bidets, and toilet frames to help with getting on and off are all just some of the things you could install to make a bathroom or wet room work for you.

Disability friendly basins are another wonderful solution. They tend to be lower for those who use wheelchairs, but they can benefit the whole family, too.

The single best feature of any wet room is the extra space. This benefits everybody from children to the elderly, because it means there is more space to move around and less chance of bumping into things.

Sometimes a wet room won't have a separate showering area, meaning the open plan space really gives you freedom of movement. Of course, whether you choose to have something with this open plan or not is up to you and your needs, but we can discuss this when you contact us.

It varies based on the requirements you have and the amount of work involved. If you simply want a walk-in shower with level access in your bathroom, then it will cost much less than a full bathroom conversion to wet rooms, for example. We have put together a post entitled “how much does a disabled wet room cost” to give you a rough idea. With this you can compare it to the “cost of a new bathroom”.

Contact us today, discuss your ideas, and we'll be able to give you a free, no obligation quote.

Absolutely - but it is at the discretion of your local council.

They'll be able to assess your needs and provide the financial assistance that they deem appropriate. Sometimes this covers the full amount, other times it covers part of the cost. Reach out to your local council today, and they'll be able to explain what help might be available to you.

We posted a brief guide entitled “grants for disabled bathrooms” that may give you a rough idea.

Yes. Any bathroom space can be transformed into wet rooms as there are no restrictions and all the waterproofing and effective drainage solutions can be carried out on any site, regardless of size, layout, or location.

Yes, you can install underfloor heating in a disabled wet room to provide comfort, quick drying, energy efficiency, and space savings. To ensure proper installation and waterproofing, it is critical to select a suitable system, such as electric or hydronic, and work with a professional installer.

There are several grants and funding options available in the UK to help cover the cost of a disabled wetroom installation, including the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG), Access to Work grant, charitable trusts, and local council funding. Eligibility criteria and funding available may vary depending on the specific grant or funding scheme.

All of our disabled wet rooms come with a no-questions-asked guarantee, and our installers will always make sure you're satisfied before leaving your home. If you have any problems after your first bath, please contact us again, and any work required to find a solution will be completely free!

Yes, with proper planning, design, and execution, a disabled wet room can be installed on an upper floor. Thorough waterproofing, floor reinforcement, effective drainage, and sound insulation are all important considerations. Always work with experienced professionals, such as the Bathroom Crew, to ensure that all safety precautions and building codes are followed.