Low baths

I saw a Grand Designs programme where they fitted a bath into the floor [sort of Roman Style] and I couldn't for the life of me work out how they would get in and out of it [without steps].

Thanks everyone for your thoughts / advice will now try to drip-feed it all to hubby

One bathroom in this house has a corner bath - I wouldn't have chosen it, but it is quite low, quite small, has a small seat built in, and a shower above.

I've just had a knee replacement, and after 4 weeks was able to get into the bath to use that shower, because of the seat. (I have been washing! I had been using the shower in the en suite, but it has a fixed head and I don't like it.)

So, the corner bath might be an option.

Just googled sit baths, Armitage Shanks make one. Hope this helps. X

I had to get rid of my bath because I had problems getting in and out. I bought a shower with a separate moveable stool and I have not regretted it.

For many years continental bathrooms had ' sit baths ' under showers. Rather like a higher shower tray. We inherited one in a shower room once. They have an integral moulded shelf seat. Hard to describe, but maybe a reputable plumbers merchant could source one on line?

We had to have our bath removed and a walk in shower put in as I had trouble getting in the bath because of my Osteo-Arthritis, its so much safer and easier to use now.

I suggest that you have a look at something like

bath lift

There's no plumbing or electrics - works on a charger.

I visit many patients who have something similar fitted - speak to your district nurse who can make an OT referral.

I had a problem getting into a bath to shower due to osteo arthritis...a low bath would not be beneficial if you have difficulty getting in and out of a bath i would suggest a wetroom if you can afford it...i had one put in and it cost £3000 and it was worth every penny..

If you or your husband are disabled you may get help from occupational therapy social services..its worth a phone call...