Suction Cup Grab Bars - Shower Grab Bars - Grab Bars

For a shower or bath, I like these suction cup grab bars. They are not designed to hold the entire weight of your body, but for balance, they do a great job.
I would purchase a suction grip safety bar from a medical supply house or health care supply.

[galejelics]

My bar falls down every night. I will hear a crash and then wake up in morning to find it at bottom of tub. So frustrating

[hollyconway]

I know many people have had problems with these but I have had my up for years and have a couple come loose and I just readjust them. Just make sure the tile and the suction cups are clean...I put a little alcohol on the both.

[retroboomer]

I use these for my elderly mother and they work extremely well. They are for balance but they are extremely strong if you buy this type with the large suction cups. You just have to check and make sure they levers are firmly pressed down as they do come up from time to time. I have them in my shower and they are excellent. Even the homecare workers recommended them, especially if you have a shower unit that you cannot drill into. You have to make sure they are on a completely flat surface - no grout or anything.

[oscardaone]

My mom has dementia and she looked a bit scared while standing in the shower. Seems like she likes to hold on to something. I might buy this as the floor does tend to get slippery when it’s wet. Even the bathroom floor.

[bertharuiz]

How nice of you! Bc our balance is off kilter. I can use them. Thanks!

[alburns]

Suction cups don't work very well on my porous tiles. I need permanent grab bars since I'm prone to falls. My lease wants me to agree to some very restrictive and expensive installation procedures. As a previous building super for five years, I've installed countless grab bars.These guys want me to get a contractor to install and remove them when I leave. In my experience, most buildings I've worked in look at them as an improvement to the unit. Do I have any options? Enjoyed your video. Thanks

[mollymousse]

I just got one but wont hold onto tbe tiles around the shower

[MargaretFrazier-xd]

How do I release them to move them to a different spot?

[neilpark]

I know theyre old but the medical center near us sold us two and they fall off every night sometimes less then 30 mins after being put on.... is there any way to keep them on im about to start gluing them lol

[WenonaBrown-sj]

How do you fix if they don't grip

[essentialeugene]

Hello I bought some suction cup grab bars and I stick them to my tile in my shower but they keep falling off. Is something wrong with my tile?

[rachelsremedies]

I should have used them when i was young too.

[bigdaddykurt]

so in other words you are relying on the glue that's holding up the tile.

[BrooklynDave]

Not the greatest product to buy. I bought two of these and applied them to a smooth surfaced vinyl tub enclosure. On several occasions they came off of the enclosure with very little pressure applied to them. At times I have even found them lying on the floor of the shower without even being used. Even as a stabilizer for the elderly, they are not the solution. If that person suddenly looses their balance and grabs the bar they can easily come off and they can seriously injure themselves. I highly suggest buying the bars that are secured into the wall studs so they are safe and secure.

[markvwood]

If she is getting dizzy then she should be sitting down in the shower. The suction will fail BTW.

[gloriaforzaglia]

I see you published this in 2014. Do you still recommend this product?

[alburns]

I have revisited my previous comments about grab bars. This installation is going to be critical to someones health. To drill tiles requires special bits. I'd recommend that you locate studs and select the correct fastener and drill bit. I think you'd be better off shelling out a couple of bucks for a contractor. On the landlord's side. The installation will leave permanent holes in the tiles.That's why they want you to leave the bars when you vacate. A 12" bar will run you 30 bucks. Big deal!

[brianpearson]

Never, ever, ever use the Suction Cup Grab Bars. Every person I have consulted with that had Suction Cup Grab Bars told me
that they fell off the wall with no load on it. It was stated that it was to "help maintain balance". What if balance is not maintained will the Suction Cups Hold? Think about it. You are relying on a perfect seal between the suction cup and the tile or fiberglass surface. Ever if you clean the surface thoroughly there is no way to insure a perfect seal. Also for a tile surface you are relying on the adhesion of the tile to the drywall as well as the condition of the drywall. I have been installing Grab Bars for 11 years in wet areas with no issues. Spend a little extra money for a proper installation using Wingits Fasteners and a Stainless Steel Grab Bar. Is it really worth the risk to create a FALSE sense of security? Brian Pearson, owner: Aging at Home Gracefully.

[maitey]

Do not rely on these suction cup grab bars! They release unpredictably over time even on a flat, horizontal melamine desktop. They should be taken off the market as they are potentially dangerous to seniors.

[michaelcarter]

NO! Take these out! They WILL release eventually. People think these are real grab bars. Install real grab bars!