Carex Bath Seat And Shower Chair with Backrest for Seniors, Bath Chair For Elderly, Disabled, Handicap, and Injured Persons, Supports Up To 400lbs, Shower Seat For Inside Shower, Made in USA

Just had our one piece fiberglass shower stall (2 seater) removed/renovated to a more spacious acrylic 5' shower without built in seat. Since reaching a weight of 250+ pounds, I couldn't bring myself to trust one of those "pull down" wall seats, so I thought the best resolution would be a sturdy seat that could be mobile and utilized only by those who desired showering with such a device. I ruled out teak, flimsy plastic, and metal seats, instead searching for something constructed of something more akin to a "Little Tykes" tubular design. Something impervious to water infiltration, and something substantial that would support a good bit of weight without taking up too much space. I found one corner chair that fit the bill, however the seat was "iffy" in that it did not seem to allow enough space, meaning slipping out of it might be an issue. Then I came upon THIS CAREX SHOWER CHAIR. I liked the material used for construction, including the rubberized individual adjustable height feet/legs that could accommodate each consumer, as well as accommodate a sloping drain pan (if that were an issue). I was also glad to see a listed weight limit of 400 pounds and that it offered ample seating space featuring drainage holes, dual holes on the sides for moving it, and dual side cut-outs for holding a shower spray wand. My husband and I opted to purchase THIS particular CAREX model with the removeable back support, thinking that we had the option of adding that portion later, however we were surprised to discover that our unit DID NOT INCLUDE a slip-in portion to cover the rectangular hole in the back that would then facilitate usage as a "stool" during the interim when we felt perhaps backrest was not yet necessary. (NOTE to manufacturer, please include the cover piece with this model.) It has been over four months since first using this CAREX shower chair. Naturally, it took a while to acclimate to a totally different shower "set-up", however we're adjusting. It is so nice to have the peace of mind of newly installed wall hand grips along with a comfortable and secure seating shower option. No slipping around in this new mildly textured seat with nice sturdy supportive legs, and four stable rubberized secure feet. Following each shower we simply wipe any residual water from the seat and back, then tilt the chair to the side against the wall to enhance water drainage. I did just notice some barely visible "rusty discoloration" forming on the white seating (caused by exposure to our iron laden well water), however this should prove to be an ongoing minor maintenance issue quickly resolved with cleanser and a little "elbow grease". Aside from that, and the "missing hole plug" (to convert this model to MY aesthetic preference - a backless stool), both my husband and I are very pleased with this product thus far.

Based on the numerous 5-star reviews of this Carex bath & shower chair plus my own internet and in-store research, I decided to purchase this product, which arrived today. Now I can return to my nice neighbor the shower chair she has let me borrow after I came home from the hospital after major surgery. I am very pleased with this shower chair for the following reasons: 1. Stability & Comfort: This chair is stable and secure and has a textured surface, secure legs and no-slip rubber feet. The side-handle cut-outs are of a generous size, and the grooved construction provides additional safety and reassurance. The handles have a smooth, rounded finish that is comfortable to grip. The optional chair back does not have a smooth, rounded finish and instead has an unfinished, rough plastic edge that is not comfortable to the touch. Very minor, but mentionable in case someone plans to carry the fully-assembled chair from one bathroom to another. 2. Ease of Assembly: My chair arrived knocked down, and I put it together very quickly. The one-sheet instructional assembly diagram is self-explanatory and requires no text – just large, clear and direct illustrations. It is simple, direct, and easy to follow. Out of curiosity, I set a timer to see how long assembly required, and it took me two and half minutes to connect all 4 legs and the chair back to the bench. Each leg has a small white, round nub near the top, and it snaps into a corresponding circular opening in the bench. The optional back clicks right into the cut-out at the back of the bench. The chair back has two grooved slots that fit over two corresponding plastic slats at the back of the bench. Align the grooves and slats, and press gently to securely attach the back. The very end of the chair back has two sturdy, rectangular plastic tabs that fit into the central opening at the back of the bench. The tabs have built-in, horizontal 2-inch plastic lips that lock the chair back into place. If you attach the back, and then change your mind, you can easily remove it. Turn the chair over. To release the horizontal plastic lips that secure the back, press the ends of both plastic, rectangular tabs toward each other until they touch. I used both hands to do this, but someone with larger hands may be able to use only one. Simply pull the chair back away from the bench. Reattach if you wish. 3. Appearance and Maintenance: I like the crisp, white look and the fact that the chair includes all-plastic materials and no metal parts to rust. Notes: 1. The blue retail box featured on the site was not included, in case someone was expecting this box or depending on any of the information printed on it. I didn’t need the box but am mentioning it since Amazon includes it as one of the images representing this product. 2. The internal width of my bath tub is 24 inches, and the fully-assembled chair fits comfortably in that space with about one inch of wiggle room left on either side of the chair. 3. The packaging was sturdy and well-presented, with no signs of damage or package mishandling. They shipped it in a double carton, which I initially thought was for extra protection, and then I realized that the outer carton was used for shipment because I had ordered two CDs in addition to the shower chair. The inner carton measures approx. 18.5 x 21 x 7 inches and included ample packing materials to cushion the product. This carton was placed into a slightly larger carton, along with the CDs. The double carton was an unplanned benefit, and I was pleased. 4. The bench has 16 die-cut S-shaped perforations to allow water to drain away from the seat. 5. Even without the chair back installed, the shower chair just feels more like a chair than a bench. This is due to the ample front-to-back surface area in addition to the ample side-to-side width typical of a bench. Even though I am of an average female height and build, measuring 5’5” and weighing 130 lbs, I feel more secure having the extra room this seat provides. I believe that a person requiring more space would feel well-accommodated and comforted by the ample seating area. 6. I used the openings intended for a shower spray hose to hold a razor and a plastic shampoo comb that has a built-in hook. When the chair back is not installed, the openings at the back of the bench can be used for holding other shower supplies. 7. The price was $29.88, and shipping was free. I saw a shower chair at CVS for $59.99 + tax, and it includes metal parts, which will not wear well. It was an ordinary-looking typical shower chair and did not appear to warrant such a price. I knew that Amazon could do better. Amazon’s delivery was fast and efficient, and the price of the all-plastic chair was great.

For five years I had been using one of the plastic bench seats with adjustable aluminum legs I had previously bought here on Amazon. The experience I had wasn't great and I was looking for something better built. This chair is far superior AND made in the U.S.. It took literally ONE minute to assemble. It's very sturdy - no wobble at all fits (with room to spare) in my 17-1/2" W tub. I don't use them, but it has notched out areas on both sides of the seat for a handheld shower head to rest. The legs are adjustable, but at 5' 4", they were already in a perfect position for me straight out of the box. I'm a fat-bottomed girl and the seat is generous and comfortable. It was a little slippery at first, but has improved since. I do recommend washing the seat initially. I think it may be more slippery to start due to the manufacturing process. If you still find it slippery after that, you could always use it with a handtowel placed over it while showering for extra security. Just wring it out afterwards and hang over the chair back to dry. When leaning against the back, it does have some give to it - not like it's going to break - but there is give. If you don't want to use the back, or want to just try it as a "stool", DON'T put the back in place, because it's pretty much locked in after that. This is a great bath chair and I expect several good years of use. Buy it!

You will not believe the quality of this stool.. It is quiet heavy. The feet are soft, not to scratch shower. They unscrew to raise the height. I raised it about 6 in. still very stable. You will like this, I am sure.

Item is very good and stable for someone who has difficulty standing in the shower.

Wide,stable and comfortable for very large people. Fit well in smaller tub, easily put together too. So far seems like it will last a long time.

Works as expected. I ordered this brand and didn't look at others because this was the brand that Johns Hopkins used in their hospital rooms.

I've had this for about three months now, and I'm so happy I bought it. This chair is not going ANYWHERE you don't want it to go. I've got it on a shower enclosure with a lightly-textured floor and it stays exactly where it's put. No slipping, no sliding, no getting easily bumped out of position. It's built as if it's meant to last for years and years - plus it's made in the USA! You don't have to put the seat-back on. I used my seat a couple of times without it but decided the extra security it provided was essential. With my severe balance and back issues I need all the help I can get. I'm the Queen of the Klutz people, and even as inept as I am, I got this thing put together in well under five minutes. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, plus a couple of videos are here on the product page (and on YouTube as well) to walk you through it if necessary. There is NO metal to rust and affect the integrity of the chair. The MedLines and other similar chairs are cheaper, true, but I was replacing them every couple of years because of rust and wobbly metal legs, so what was I really saving by buying cheap products that failed on me (and terrified me) when they collapsed? I took the plunge and got this instead. I just wish I had done it years before and I would have definitely saved money in the long run. BUY THIS! My one (and only) caveat emptor: I strongly oh so strongly recommend that you MEASURE. This is much wider than the cheap stools, so double-check that you've got room for it.

This chair is very sturdy and wide enough that you feel safe sitting on it. I use it in a bath tub/shower combo and it just fits within the tub width. I highly recommend this one.

es firme y solida y facil de armar

Great sturdy chair gives peace of mind! Love it!

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Well made. Made of sturdy plastic, which I prefer to metal which might eventually rust. The thick legs and large seating area is a lot more comfortable and the chair more steady than those thin legged small seating area aluminum shower chairs that I've tried.