As people age, it is important that they remain at home where they are most comfortable. In order to age in place safely, certain adjustments need to be made. One of these is installing handrails in areas where stability can be a concern. The bathroom is one of the most hazardous places for those with limited mobility or stability issues.
Adding a handrail to a bathroom can have the effect of making it look clinical and cold, so at Promenaid, we wanted to make aging in place not just safe but also stylish. Our handrails feature a variety of beautiful finishes that fit into the design rather than stand out as an afterthought.
They also meet all ADA standards required to make bathroom handrails for the elderly safe, and they’re extremely durable and easy to clean. Our rust-resistant anodized aluminum nearly eliminates concerns about rust altogether, even in a moist and humid bathroom environment.
5 Beautiful and Unique Bathroom Handrail Designs
Bathroom handrails are essential for aging in place safely, but that doesn’t mean they have to look cold or clinical. These five beautiful and unique designs blend safety with style, enhancing your bathroom without compromising functionality.
1. Continuous Handrails
Continuous handrails are important for aging in place safely. Continuous handrails mean that support is consistent from the beginning to the end of the handrail with no breaks that require grip transfer (moving your hands), which significantly reduces the risk of slipping or falling while navigating a slippery environment.
2. Black Handrails
Sleek and modern black handrails for bathrooms create a dramatic look. Whether your bathroom design is modern or contemporary, black bathroom handrails will add a stylish edge to the design. They can also be incorporated into a more traditional or modern farmhouse design, adding a unique style touch while also increasing the level of safety.
3. Durable and Stable Shower Rails
The shower is one of the most hazardous places in the home for those aging in place, where slick surfaces and limited space create a high risk of slips and falls. Installing a durable and stable shower rail provides critical support for safe entry, exit, and movement within the shower.
At Promenaid, our shower handrails are engineered to deliver maximum stability with minimal intrusion, offering peace of mind without compromising design. Made from rust-resistant anodized aluminum, our shower rails are built to endure the humid, wet conditions of a bathroom environment. Plus, their strength and longevity ensure that support is reliable for years to come.
4. Seamless Handrails
Installing a safety handrail for bathrooms can be a tricky process. Bathrooms are usually the smallest room in the house, and the space can be tight. Bathroom handrails need to be able to handle turning tight corners and working around toilets and vanities. ADA-compliant bathroom handrails must be continuous with seamless transitions around various obstacles and changing slopes.
Seamless bathroom handrails are easy to achieve with Promenaid’s innovative Sprocketlock™ system. With a simple turn of a hex key, bends and collars can be easily connected to make any turn necessary for a seamless handrail in a tight space.
5. ADA Compliant End Returns/90-degree Wall Connection
ADA-compliant bathroom handrails require an end return that turns 90 degrees to meet the wall. This feature ensures that nothing can get hooked on the handrail, causing a fall. At Promenaid, our Sprocketlock™ system and ADA-approved wall returns make installing ADA-compliant wall returns quick and easy.
Age in Place With Style
Adding a bathroom handrail is one of the simplest yet most impactful ways to enhance safety and confidence at home. But with the right design, it can also elevate the overall look and feel of your space.
Whether you prefer sleek modern finishes or fully customized combinations, Promenaid offers elegant solutions that don’t sacrifice safety for style. Our handrails are ADA-compliant, easy to install, extremely durable, and built to last, even in the humid conditions of a bathroom.Make your bathroom beautiful and functional with Promenaid’s luxury handrail systems. Contact us today to learn more!
