Do walk in bathtubs leak?

The walk in tubs door opens inward. So once they’re closed, it seals completely and there’s no way the water can escape from the tub. These doors aren’t tough to close having been designed with the needs of various people with limited mobility in mind.

How long does it take a walk in bath to drain?

High-quality walk in tubs typically take about six to 15 minutes to drain. This means the tub is clean, and there’s no residue water from your bath once you’re done. This helps maintain top hygiene levels at all times.

What size water tank do you need for a walk in tub?

Walk in tubs need a lot of water so if you’re planning to install one in your home, you might want to upgrade your water tank to at least 200 litres. Your bathroom professional will be able to best advise.

Browse Projects, find Products,connect with Professionals.

Become a Pro

Accessible Bathtubs

- Accessible bathtubs are designed to ease the challenge of getting in and out of a bath, something that can be particularly difficult for senior citizens or those with limited mobility. Regular baths often have characteristics like tall ledges that create potential trip hazards which is why these products are so important. ArchiPro features only the very best accessible bathtubs in New Zealand.

More to discover

Explore all product categories

Heating, Cooling & Ventilation

Outdoor & Landscaping

View all (4,344)

ArchiPro Products

ArchiPro features only the best accessible bathtubs in New Zealand from leading suppliers that you can trust. A bathroom should be a relaxing oasis no matter who is using it and these products are designed with that objective in mind. Accessible bathtubs can have several different features to make life easier for those with mobility issues that include slip-resistant floors, bars to grab onto while stepping in, seats for extra comfort while bathing and heat control features to prevent the water from overheating. They are an important part of a wider range of high-quality bathroom accessibility products that you can find on ArchiPro.

Types of accessible bathtubs

There are many different types of accessible bathtubs in New Zealand and the very best are featured on ArchiPro.

The walk-in bathtub choice for people with low mobility in New Zealand. It has an easy-to-access door that can be pushed to open. These come in different shapes such as square and rectangular so they can work in different spaces. You’re often even able to add accessible shower features to these too.

A slide-in tub also has a door and comes with a built-in seat at the same height as a wheelchair. This makes it easy for wheelchair users or others with mobility issues to get in as they simply sit on the seat, and then slide their legs comfortably into the tub. Slide-in baths come in a seated or lying down position according to your preference.

These bathtubs purposefully have a wider ledge that allows individuals with mobility issues to take a comfortable seat while swinging their legs into the tub. It’s a great choice for senior citizens in New Zealand who have less control over their movement.

These tubs are great for anyone with serious mobility issues. They feature a mobile seat that you can lower next to the tub. Once securely seated you can use the remote to lift and lower yourself into the bath safely.

The advantages of high-quality accessible bathtubs

Accessible bathtubs in New Zealand offer individuals the confidence to bathe independently without the risk of falling or hurting themselves. These walk-in tubs also make it easy for people to clean up without struggling and help them relax by providing a therapeutic warm soak that relieves aches and pains. High-quality accessible bathtubs use premium fittings, which are durable, stylish, hygienic and resistant to bacteria and mould. They have also been extensively designed and tested giving users peace of mind that they can trust and rely on these products when they need to.

How to choose an accessible bathtub that’s right for you

Accessible bathtubs in New Zealand come with certain features that can benefit people differently. It’s vital to understand what your priorities are in terms of what you require before making your choice. This will allow you to more closely match your needs to the features of the product ensuring that you end up with an accessible bathtub that is suitable and appropriate. Don’t forget to take aesthetics into account as well. While accessible bathtubs arguably have a greater emphasis on functionality it doesn’t mean they can’t be stylish as well and the very best of them are.