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A Guide to Disability Home Renovations

A Guide to Disability Home Renovations – There are many ways that a property could be renovated for those with a disability. This guide will explore some of the most helpful disability home renovations to consider. Here are many ideas based on various spaces throughout the home. A Guide to Disability Home Renovations Kitchen Renovations Starting with the kitchen, there are many ways that a kitchen can be made more accessible and suitable for a person with a physical disability. Here are some notable renovations to consider: Pull out kitchen taps (i.e. taps with flexible hoses) Single-lever kitchen taps Touch-sensitive kitchen taps Round edges on fixtures, fittings and furniture to reduce injury risk Worktops with wheelchair accessibility* Cabinets with wheelchair accessibility* Climate control with a good thermostat ^ *This may be achieved by lowering your worktops and cabinets. However, other features may be relevant, meaning new worktops and cabinets will make more sense. This can apply throughout your home. Bathroom Renovations Moving on to bathrooms, there are some similar renovations to those to consider for a kitchen, but quite a few different ideas. Here are some of the top renovations to look into for a bathroom: Grab bars and handrails Sinks with wheelchair accessibility Making the bathroom more wheelchair-friendly in general (e.g. increasing space around the toilet) A walk-in bath * A walk-in shower** Taller-than-average toilet Bidet design toilet Suitable and slip-resistant flooring *A walk-in bath with a water-tight door and low step can be very helpful for those with a physical disability. **As for a walk-in shower, one with a low step or no step is worth considering. Further, a walk-in shower should ideally come with an anti-slip base. Bedroom Renovations Moving on to bedroom renovations, here are some of the most stand-out ideas you should consider: A bed of the correct height Ceiling lift hoist Suitable flooring (e.g. vinyl, rubber flooring, or even thin carpets)* Calming hues for those with sensory- or visual-based disabilities Accessible dresser Wardrobe with low-hanging rails Climate control with a good thermostat *Carpets with an ordinary thickness can create an unnecessary challenge to those with limited mobility for wheelchair users to get around. Carpet (as well as other types of flooring) may be unsuitable for those with a sensory-based disability. Living Room Renovations As for a living room, you should consider the following changes: Cover or hide cords * Include sufficient space between furniture if using a wheelchair or walker Locate control switches, sockets, and lights at suitable heights Suitable and slip-resistant flooring Climate control with a good thermostat *You can do this by having cords hidden behind furniture or along some skirting boards. This can help eliminate a potential tripping hazard. Hallway and Stairs Renovations As for your hallway and stairs, look into the following renovations: Stairlift Home lift Handrails and grabrails Ramps Flexible layout Suitable and slip-resistant flooring Other House Renovations Other house renovations you may want to consider include: Low-mounted controls and switches Automatic doors Step-free entry to the property Widened doors Outdoor ramp Step lift Hiring Professionals When hiring professionals for home renovations, whether hiring a builder or a designer/architect, it’s best to obtain quotes from 3+ professionals in each case. The reason for this is that by securing 3+ quotes in each case, you’ll have several options to consider, comparing their pricing, experience levels, and any online reviews or ratings they might have. The ideas discussed in this guide are part of fairly broad lists. Therefore, if you are still deciding what renovations are best for you and your home, you can always chat with a builder/designer/architect for advice.  

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