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Washing
Wash Basins
Height-Adjustable Washbasins for Every Setting
Designed for both assisted and independent use, our height adjustable washbasins provide an accessible and ergonomic washing solution for all users.
For questions, product demonstrations or more information, please get in touch with our team here.
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Wash Basins
Height-Adjustable Washbasins for Every Setting
Designed for both assisted and independent use, our height adjustable washbasins provide an accessible and ergonomic washing solution for all users.
For questions, product demonstrations or more information, please get in touch with our team here.
Learn more about Wash Basins
Benefits of Height Adjustable Washbasins
Variable height washbasins facilitate safe, accessible washing for people whatever their height, whether they are in a wheelchair or standing. In some cases, they can also act as a standing aid and support.
Who Can Benefit from a Height Adjustable Wash Basin
Wheelchair users, older adults and school children are some of the groups that can benefit from using a height adjustable care basin. They are also very useful in public Changing Places Toilets and Care Homes, where they are used by multiple people.
Features to Look for in an Accessible Washbasin
Some of the features required will depend on the needs of the person who the washbasin is for. In general though, look for adjustable height, a choice of taps, shallow basins, and hygienic materials.
How Adjustable Washbasins Support Independence
As an example, the Astor ABW6 Wash basin [link] was designed in conjunction with Muscular Dystrophy UK, with the aim of supporting people with a muscle wasting condition to achieve maximum independence at every stage of their condition’s progression.
Choosing the Right Wash basin for Your Space
Our height adjustable washbasins have all been designed with a variety of spaces in mind. The Astor Aquba [link] is compact and will fit under a window, the Astor ABW6 [link] and Astor ABW-CP [link] are designed for homes and public Changing Places Toilets respectively.
FAQs
How do height adjustable washbasins work?
Height variable washbasins can be operated either using controls on the washbasin itself, or using a handset.
Are they suitable for wheelchair users?
Yes – our washbasins are fully wheelchair accessible with space underneath for easy approach. They will also stop automatically when they sense a person or object underneath.
Can they be used in home bathrooms?
Yes – all our washbasins apart from the Astor ABW-CP are designed to be used in domestic bathrooms.
What safety features should I look for?
Thermostatic taps, smooth rounded edges, safety glass on any mirrors, and a safety cut out help prevent accidents.
How easy are they to maintain?
Smooth surfaces and durable materials make our height adjustable washbasins simple to clean and hygienic for daily use.