Bathroom Do’s and Dont’s
Do. 
Use a floor drain that extends the length of the shower to prevent water flowing into other areas of the bathroom. This is recommended, even if the floor is sloped near the shower drain. Be sure the grate of the floor drain is accessible so wheelchair wheels do not get caught in the slats.
Do.
Provide a rubber shower mat as an option. Some guests prefer using the rubber mat to help stabilize mobility aid devices.
Do.
Use metal hinges to secure the toilet lid and seat. Metal hinges are stronger and safer than plastic hinges.
Don’t.
Do not use short shower benches. Do not use backless shower benches. Definitely avoid curved seats like this example to the left. Poor shower benches pose a serious safety risk!
Do. 
Use longer shower benches. Shower benches are required to have a back. Shower benches with telescopic legs allow for more personal adjustments.
Do.
Include bathroom towel bars/hooks within reach of the shower or bench, so an individual does not have to travel across the bathroom using a mobility aid device. Also, consider providing a shower caddy. A shower caddy allows guests more flexibility in their bathroom routine and eliminates common reach range issues.
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