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Non-slip bath mat and strips
Grip surface for the shower tray and bathroom floor.
Good forEveryone, as a basic safeguard
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What it is, and who it helps
Wet tiles are slippery, and a bath or shower tray is even more so. A non-slip mat or a set of adhesive strips creates a gripping surface that reduces the chance of a fall during the most vulnerable moment of the day.
A good mat has suction cups underneath and a textured top; strips are fixed to the floor and are useful on tiles. Both need to lie flat and be kept clean.
How to choose
- Pick a mat that covers most of the shower floor, with drainage holes and strong suction cups.
- Look for antibacterial or mould-resistant material and easy cleaning.
- For tiles, consider self-adhesive strips that bond firmly and last.
- Add a second mat outside the shower, with a rubber backing, for stepping out.
Using it safely
- Press the mat down firmly each time, and lift and clean it regularly.
- Replace it when the suction weakens or the surface is worn smooth.
- Never use a loose bath towel as a mat.
Before you buy
Do mats really prevent falls?
They help, but are best combined with a shower chair, grab bars and good lighting.
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General information, not medical advice. Ask a doctor, nurse or physiotherapist what is right for your parent.
Not sure this is the right one?
A nurse can suggest the right choice, arrange delivery and show how to use it.