Bathrooms are the most common site of household falls, which makes this room the highest priority for accessibility upgrades, even in homes where other renovations aren't yet feasible. Here are 4 updates you can make in your bathrooms to instantly improve the accessibility of  your room, whether you're looking at your personal home or a short-term rental.

1. Grab bars

Grab bars are the foundational fix, and modern versions no longer look clinical. Many styles now double as towel bars or blend into bathroom hardware finishes. These are definitely worth looking into if you want function without sacrificing style.

2. Showers

Walk-in or curbless showers eliminate the need to step over a tub wall, which is one of the most common fall points in the home. But, if a full shower renovation isn't realistic right now, a portable shower transfer bench (click here for another option) offers a safer way to shower without construction.

3. Toilets

Toilet height matters more than people without mobility issues realize. Standard toilets actually sit lower than what's comfortable or safe for many users. A raised toilet seat with handles is a low-cost, no-renovation way to make this fixture safer immediately.

4. Flooring

Non-slip flooring and mats rounds out the essentials. Bath mats with strong suction (see this in-tub option), or textured non-slip flooring treatments, dramatically reduce fall risk on wet tile. 

Accessibility doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style, and you don’t have to tackle every upgrade at once. The bathroom is one of the easiest places to start, where small investments have the biggest impact on both safety and peace of mind. Start small, then build from there.

Need help creating a space that’s both functional and beautiful? Our Room Revamp service can help you make thoughtful design updates without taking on a full renovation. We’ll help you figure out what to change, what to keep, and where to invest for the biggest impact, designing with accessibility and your households exact needs in mind.