Walk-In Tub Features
Upgrade your walk-in tub experience with the right safety and comfort features. See which upgrades matter most for your needs and how much they cost.
Safety & Accessibility Features
Walk-in tub features are typically split into two categories: safety and comfort. Safety features are designed to help with accessibility. Comfort features are non-safety-related add-ons that help improve the bathing experience or target unique muscle/joint pain. Learn what features exist and how they impact the total cost of your walk-in tub.
Non-Slip Flooring
Wet tubs are one of the most common fall risks in the bathroom. Textured, non-slip flooring gives you better traction underfoot, so stepping in and out feels steady, not risky.
Grab Bars
Installing grab bars helps seniors stay balanced when entering and exiting the walk-in tub. They offer extra support for seniors to lean on and adjust themselves.
Wide Entry/Seating
Wide entry doors and seating options are available for individuals who use mobility aids like walkers, canes, or wheelchairs.
Comfort Features
Walk-in tub features are typically split into two categories: safety and comfort. Safety features are designed to help with accessibility. Comfort features are non-safety-related add-ons that help improve the bathing experience or target unique muscle/joint pain. Learn what features exist and how they impact the total cost of your walk-in tub.
Hydrotherapy Jets
Hydrotherapy walk-in tubs use hydrojet technology to improve blood circulation and alleviate muscle and joint pain. These jets target the upper and lower back, calves, and feet with pressurized jets that relax tight muscles with a warm-water massage.
Heated Seating
Aside from the comfort of staying warm, heated seating can help relax sore muscles and soothe pain. It’s a great addition for individuals who suffer from arthritis or chronic pain.
Cushions & Neck Pillows
Sitting in the tub for an extended period of time can cause cramping or pain. A seat cushion or neck pillow makes the bathing experience more comfortable by adding an extra layer of padding between your body and the hard tub.
Aromatherapy Jets
Aromatherapy is a luxury comfort feature designed to make bathing more relaxing. Most walk-in tubs use aromatherapy beads or essential oils in a diffuser to release pleasant smells into the air, promoting relaxation and reducing stress.
What These Features Cost
The features you choose for your walk-in bathtub can impact the cost of your project by a few hundred to a few thousand. Use our walk-in tub cost guide to learn how much these add-ons cost and to start budgeting for the upgrades that matter most to you.
