The BMAS Blog
The Importance of Retaining Your Independence
Our customers tell us that one of the worst aspects of losing mobility is the loss of independence. Whatever your age and level of disability the thought of not being able to get around and having to rely on others to take care of your personal bathing and toilet...
Plan Your Mobility Friendly Bathroom for the Future with BMAS
It is an unfortunate fact that for many of us getting older can often mean struggling to get around. Mobility can be lost or reduced for many reasons, from illness or disability through to simple old age. If you worry that your ability to get around isn’t what it used...
How Much Space Do You Need for a Wetroom?
When people start to think about adapting their bathroom to make it more mobility-friendly they can sometimes become overwhelmed with the choices on offer. Many eventually decide to go for a wetroom design but aren’t sure whether they have enough space in their home....
The importance of tile maintenance in mobility focussed bathrooms
If you have, or are considering, replacing your old bathroom with a mobility focussed bathroom , we look at why the correct tiles and tile maintenance are so important. Non-slip tiles are simply essential in any mobility friendly bathroom, in order to make the space...
Mobility friendly bathrooms in commercial premises – should you consider one in yours?
If you own commercial premises or operate a business then you should definitely consider installing a mobility friendly bathroom. In fact, the law states that you should make changes where possible to any existing bathroom to make it as accessible as possible. The...
Reasons you may need a mobility friendly bathroom
Mobility bathrooms can be a real help to people with a wide variety of mobility and other problems. Having extra mobility aids and specialist products can mean that a person is able to retain their independence and dignity while they use the most private and personal...
Walk in shower or walk in bath – what’s best for you?
When you are planning a new mobility friendly bathroom then one of the biggest dilemmas you will face is whether to install a walk in shower or a walk in bath. It is a situation many people face as you usually only have the space for one or the other so which should...
What tiles do I need for bathing mobility?
Having the right kind of floor tiles in your wet room can be the difference between having a safe surface to stand on and having a serious accident. Most normal bathroom tiles can become very slippery when wet and therefore make for a hazardous floor. If you are...
The use of mirrors for mobility friendly bathrooms
Interior designers have been using mirrors for years to add an extra dimension to any room. Mirrors not only have a functional use but they can also provide extra light, colour and the appearance of extra space in smaller rooms, which is idea for smaller bathrooms....