We came across this handy guide on designing a home that is accessible for people of all abilities. Published by the South East Metro Seniors Agenda for Independent Living in St. Paul, MN, it provides excellent recommendations on site planning, step-free entries, flooring and window choices, and features and specifications for the bathroom, kitchen and [...]
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Making a Better Slip Resistant Gel Coat Surface for Showers
Did you know that there is an official standard for slipperiness? The American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) has developed Standard F462-79 – Consumer Safety Specification for Slip-Resistant Bathing Facilities. They evaluated a range of bathroom surfaces under wet and soapy conditions with a test material that most closely resembled the human foot.
Common shower [...]
Best Bath Shower Products Now Backed by a 30 Year Warranty
We are pleased to announce that Best Bath shower products are now backed by a 30 year limited warranty. All showers are manufactured with durable plywood cores, composite materials and tough gelcoat finishes, and are warranted to be free from all manufacturer defects under this expanded 30 year warranty.
“It is incredibly important to us that [...]