When you have a medical condition that requires you to use a wheelchair, light remodeling of your home may be necessary for convenience and safety. A new toilet with the right height and configuration makes it easier to wheel into the room and transfer to the toilet seat.

This guide lists some features to look for in a wheelchair-friendly toilet.

When your bathroom is small, it's difficult to maneuver a wheelchair in the tight space. Switching the vanity for a pedestal sink might help, but buying a more compact toilet helps too.

Bowl shape can shave off a few inches, with round shapes taking up less room than elongated ones. In addition, a triangular toilet tank might work since this allows the plumber to install your new toilet in a corner of the bathroom.

Seat height is important for two reasons. First, transferring from your wheelchair to the toilet is easier if the height is close to the height of your wheelchair. A low toilet makes it difficult to transfer back into a higher wheelchair seat.

In addition, height is important for proper positioning on the toilet, for example, your feet should be flat on the floor for stability. Comfort-height toilets are available for those with disabilities, but it's important to determine your needs first. If you're shorter or taller than the average person, then a comfort-height toilet might not fit.
Customizing toilet height is possible with a wall-mounted toilet. These toilets don't rest on the floor, they attach to the wall so the height is positioned where you need it.

Cleaning yourself is easier when you have a bidet installed on your toilet. Bidet seats connect to the plumbing line and operate by a remote or lever to provide a stream of water for washing yourself before you get off the toilet. Some bidet seats have a blow dry option so you can eliminate the need for toilet paper and still have clean and dry skin.

Flushing might be an issue when you have problems with strength and movement in your hands. One option is to buy a toilet that flushes with a touch of a button rather than a lever. A toilet with a motion-sensing operation is even more convenient and easy to operate.

Wave your hand over the sensor and the toilet flushes without the need to touch anything. Motion-sensing technology in the bathroom also helps reduce contact with germs.

Make your new toilet complete by adding a seat that enhances your comfort and safety. A wide seat helps you slide onto the toilet from your wheelchair with more ease. A padded seat provides comfort and seats with ultra padding can add a little height to the toilet as well.

A heated toilet seat provides warmth on chilly days and a seat that lights up the bowl will help you see the toilet better at night if you don't want to turn on bright lights.

Adding bars makes using your new toilet easy and even safer. Attach the bars beside the toilet or on the wall so they don't get in the way while offering support and stability when you transfer from your chair to the toilet. The right toilet makes your life much easier when you have problems with mobility, range of motion, or strength.

Once you've chosen your new toilet , call Reliable Rooter & Plumbing and we'll install it for you. We can also help with sink and tub replacements that make your bathroom safer and easier for you to use.