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Wet Rooms
Author ISBMobility Categories Accessible Bathrooms

If you’re elderly, living with a disability, or experiencing limited mobility, transforming your bathroom into a wet room could be life-changing. Wet rooms offer significant benefits for anyone struggling with traditional bathroom layouts and can dramatically enhance daily comfort and safety. This guide explores three key ways accessible wet rooms promote independent living and improve quality of life at home.

Increase Bathroom Accessibility

Accessible wet rooms transform bathroom usability by eliminating barriers that make traditional bathrooms difficult to navigate. The level-floor design removes the need to step over shower trays, which can be challenging for people with limited mobility or wheelchair users. With step-free access, getting in and out of the shower becomes significantly easier and safer.

The spacious, open-plan layout provides ample room for wheelchair maneuvering and doesn’t feel cramped or restrictive. Most wet rooms include wide openings and generous clearance spaces that accommodate mobility aids like walkers, wheelchairs, and transfer equipment. This thoughtful design ensures you can move freely and comfortably throughout the space without obstacles.

Make Your Bathroom Safer

Bathrooms are among the most accident-prone areas in any home, with bathroom-related accidents accounting for nearly 14% of all home injuries. In Ireland, 70% of accidents involving older adults occur at home, with falls from standing height being the leading cause of major trauma. Accessible wet rooms address these risks directly through safer design features.

The single-level floor eliminates tripping hazards that traditional raised shower trays create. Non-slip flooring materials with R11-R13 ratings reduce fall risk by up to 70%. Additional safety features like grab bars, fold-down shower seats, handrails, and adjustable-height fixtures can be integrated seamlessly into the design without making the space feel institutional or clinical. These features provide stability and support while maintaining a modern, stylish appearance.

Support Independent Living and Confidence

Accessible wet rooms empower individuals to regain their independence and use their bathroom without constant assistance. This restored autonomy can significantly boost confidence and mental well-being for those who previously struggled with daily bathing routines. The ability to manage personal care independently enhances dignity and self-esteem.

Research shows that 33% of adults over 65 in Ireland fall each year, with fear of falling leading to reduced physical activity and increased frailty. A well-designed wet room eliminates this fear and allows people to maintain their daily routines comfortably. Rather than facing the difficult decision to move house, accessible wet rooms enable you to age in place and remain in the familiar comfort of your own home.

Funding Your Wet Room Installation

Irish homeowners can access substantial financial support through the Housing Adaptation Grant for People with a Disability. Recent 2025 updates have made grants more accessible than ever:

  • Maximum grant of €40,000 for homes built more than 12 months ago

  • 100% coverage of approved costs for households earning up to €37,500 annually

  • Increased income threshold to €75,000 per year, allowing more families to qualify

  • Grants cover accessible showers, grab rails, non-slip flooring, and other essential bathroom modifications

Applications are processed through local authorities, and excluded income sources like Carer’s Allowance and Disability Living Allowance make qualifying easier for many households.

Professional Wet Room Installation in Ireland

At Irish Stairlifts, we’ve been trusted leaders in home mobility solutions since 1999, helping Irish families make their homes more comfortable and accessible. Our accessible wet rooms feature waterproof level-floor entry, professional-grade drainage systems, and slip-resistant mosaic tiles installed to the highest standards.

Our wet room installations include:

  • Chrome galley trap drainage systems for effective water management

  • Underfloor waterproof trays in multiple sizes with complete wall sealing

  • Slip-resistant safety flooring throughout the shower area

  • Custom fitting to your specifications for optimal accessibility

  • Installation available on any level of your home

As approved council suppliers of accessible bathroom equipment, we work with clients throughout Ireland to design and install wet rooms that enhance safety, increase independence, and improve quality of life.

Ready to Transform Your Bathroom?

Don’t let bathroom accessibility challenges limit your independence. Contact Irish Stairlifts today for a free, no-obligation quotation and discover how an accessible wet room can transform your daily life. Our experienced team will guide you through design options, grant applications, and the complete installation process.

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Visit our walk-in showers page to explore more accessible bathroom solutions and learn how we can help you live safely and independently in your own home.

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