As we age, tasks that once seemed simple like getting in and out of the bath can grow harder and carry more risk. We think there’s no shame at all in eliminating that risk and installing a bath better suited to your needs that is far more comfortable to get in and out of. Many of us might opt for a shower or a wet room on such an occasion, but the benefits of a long soak in a bath are unmatched. As poet and novelist Sylvia Plath noted: “There must be quite a few things that a hot bath won't cure, but I don't know many of them.” In this post, we’re going to introduce you to walk-in baths and talk about their numerous physical and mental health benefits.

What are walk-in baths?

A walk-in bath is a luxurious bath experience, which allows those with mobility issues to bathe entirely on their own. They typically look like a regular bath but have a door in the side of the tub that allows you to enter and exit without climbing over the side of the bath, subsequently significantly lowering the risk of any accidents, slips or trips. This door is then secured and becomes watertight, allowing you to relax and enjoy a nice warm soak in your tub.

We believe that those with mobility issues ought to be able to experience the relaxation that comes from bathing too, so we have selected baths that are fitted with safety features to help you in and out of the tub safely and allow you to enjoy the benefits of bathing with reduced mobility. With grab rails to allow you to lower yourself and stand up with ease, slip-resistant floors, clicker waste pop-up drains to aid you in draining your bath without having to stretch or lean, as well as safe touch taps with easy-to-use temperature controls to avoid scolding, we're confident you'll find our baths not only safe and secure but highly enjoyable too.

But why a bath? Why not a simpler shower, or a wet room? Well, baths have numerous benefits for both your physical and mental health.

The Benefits Of Walk-In Baths

There are many pros to walk-in baths as opposed to a shower or wet room, from relaxing and helping to clear the mind, to soothing aches and pains. Here are a few of our favourites.

Regain Independence

We don’t believe there’s any shame or indignity in asking for help when you need it, but if requiring help to bathe is something you’d like to avoid, we think our walk-in baths will help you to do that. Walk-in baths can help you to bathe on your own for longer, as the risk of falling and hurting yourself is reduced.

The safety features such as a handrail to help you enter and exit easily, click drainage to allow you to empty the bath easily, safe touch taps and a slip-resistant base will help you to remain independent in this area for longer and become confident in your own abilities again.

Stress Busting

Studies show that immersing yourself in a hot bath can help to reduce stress, fatigue and generally improve your mood, mental health and physical health. Stress itself can cause the muscles to contract, indirectly causing aches and pains. A hot bath will encourage these muscles to relax, reducing both stress and physical aches- a win-win!

Pain Relief

Hot baths have long been known to help ease bodily aches and pains. The hot water gently warms up your blood and sends it pumping around the body to all of those stiff and sore muscles, gently easing them and lessening your aches and pains temporarily. This also helps to improve circulation.

Wash With Ease

Our walk-in baths will help you to get clean with ease. Use the bath function to carefully step in and enjoy your soak in peace without the need for assistance, or even use the shower function which lots of our models can be adapted to include if you’d just like a quick rinse to get you feeling spic and span again.

If you’re concerned about how low to the ground a bath might be, we offer a few deeper models which resemble a submerged chair, helping you to immerse yourself in water without compromising your physical health.

Improves Sleep

It’s been suggested that baths help to improve sleep. It’s difficult to get a good night’s sleep when a person’s body is not fully at rest. As the bath helps relax the muscles and the mind, this can aid you in achieving a better night’s sleep. After reducing muscle tension and relaxing the body, it may help you to fall asleep quicker and into a deeper sleep. The increase in body temperature after a bath helps the body to produce melatonin, the sleep hormone, thus encouraging a deeper, more restful sleep, which takes you less time to drift off into.

 

Variety Of Styles

You might think that walk-in baths might be limited to just a few styles, but at Just Baths, we have a range of walk-in baths suitable for those with mobility needs. If you’re worried about being able to get into a tub close to the ground, we have Deep Soak tubs which are walk-in units containing a built-in seat that allow those with mobility issues to enjoy the luxury of a hot bath.

Perfect for those who also would like to conserve space, our tubs come in a variety of styles, with shower attachments should you wish to install one. Our baths are also mostly customisable, with the option of adding accessories and extras such as showerhead mixers so you can shower with ease, foldable handrails, splash screens, bath chairs and more.

At Just Baths, we believe everyone should have the pleasure of a nice hot bath. With our full range of walk-in baths, we endeavour to offer this luxury to everyone, including those with mobility issues. For inspiration and more information, contact us today or browse our complete collection of walk-in baths online.

Some Of Our Favourite Walk-In Baths

With the multitude of styles out there of course we're going to have some in-house favourites that we love from our friends at Mantaleda which include: 

Mantaleda Tranquility Deep Soak Bath

With two years of research and development, the Tranquility is a safe and comfortable solution for individuals with limited mobility who want to enjoy a luxurious bathing experience with ease of independance. The Tranquility deep soak bath is designed with accessibility foremost in mind, offering a ramped seat that is 545mm high from the floor for easy slide-in transfer from a wheelchair. Its 800mm wide entrance and effortlessly closing door make it ideal for those with limited mobility in their hands and arms. All of this in a clean, compact deign for a modern look in limited space.

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The Mantaleda Tranquillity Deep Soak Bath in a white finish.

Mantaleda Carnelian Walk In Shower Bath

The Carnelian P-shaped shower bath offers a comfortable and versatile bathing experience with its elegantly designed curved shape. It's ideal for both contemporary and traditional bathroom spaces and comes with easy access, both left and right-hand options. The 6mm tempered glass hinged shower screen adds a touch of elegance and protects the extended showering area. Crafted with care, the Carnelian is the ultimate bathing solution. A sister model to the Calypso, the Carnelian comes with a 10mm toughened glass access door and clicker waste for a splendid look to round out your bath.

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Mantaleda Carnelian Walk in Shower Bath in a white finish.

Mantaleda Priya Deep Soak Bath

The Priya is a contemporary, space-saving deep soak walk-in bath. As a sister model to the Caversham, the Priya comes with a 10mm toughened glass door and clicker waste. Boasting clean lines, a spacious interior, and an integral seat the Priya cuts no corners. The wide opening doorway, single lever lock, and low access door make it easy to use, while its elegant design brings a touch of sophistication to any bathroom. Ideal for smaller spaces, the Priya is the perfect solution for modern, accessible bathing.

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Mantaleda Priya Deep Soak Bath in a white finish within a modern bathroom.

Mantaleda Avrail Walk In Bath

Upgrade your bathroom with ease using the Avrail bath, a sister model to the Abalone with a solid panel access door and plug and chain waste. The 1500mm model is a wonderful addition to any bathroom in need of a compact, space efficient design that still retains a comfortable, spacious feel. Equipped with dual waste for fast drainage and safety, a slip-resistant base, and a simple gadget free door locking mechanism, the Avrail is a practical and confident choice for any family bathroom.

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Mantaleda Avrail Walk In Bath in a white finish.

Choose Just Baths As Your Bathtub Supplier 

If you can't find what you're looking for on this page, take a look at our full range. Here at Just Baths, we are very proud of our luxury selection of bath brands. Furthermore, we also have our very own luxury brand of baths; Lux Bath.

Choosing a new bath can be a little overwhelming. That's why we have a team of experts waiting to assist you in any way they can. If you'd like some advice, please contact us right away.