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Pressalit Shower Seats & Backrests: Choosing the Right One
A shower seat is the single most important fitting in an accessible shower — it turns a daily risk into a safe, comfortable wash. Pressalit's shower seat range is one of the most comprehensive available, from simple fold-up seats to powered, track-mounted models with full back and arm support. This guide explains the choices so you can specify the right one.
Types of shower seat
- Fixed seats — the simplest, most economical option where the shower is used only by a seated user.
- Fold-up seats — lift flat against the wall when not needed, keeping the shower usable by standing users and carers. The most popular choice for a shared bathroom.
- Seats with backrest and arm supports — added stability and comfort for users who need more support to sit safely.
- Powered, track-mounted seats — adjust for height and slide sideways along a horizontal wall track, ideal for users who cannot reposition themselves and for busy care settings.
Backrests and arm supports
A backrest converts a basic seat into a secure, comfortable place to wash for longer, and arm supports give the user something to steady themselves on and push up from. Pressalit offers a full range of backrests that pair with the seats, so you can match the level of support to the individual.
The wall-track advantage
Mounted on a horizontal wall track — part of the PLUS system — a shower seat and its grab rails can slide toward the controls, move aside for a carer, or clear the space entirely for standing use. It is what lets one shower serve several users with different needs. We cover the whole shower zone in the accessible showering guide.
How to choose
- Decide fixed or fold-up based on whether the shower is shared.
- Add a backrest and arm supports if the user needs stability.
- Choose manual or powered, and track-mounted if the seat needs to reposition.
- Confirm the handing before fixing.
Browse the full Pressalit shower seat collection.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I choose a fixed or fold-up shower seat?
A fold-up seat is best for a shared bathroom because it lifts clear for standing users and carers. A fixed seat is simpler and more economical where only a seated user will use the shower.
Do I need a backrest with a shower seat?
If the user needs support to sit safely or showers for longer periods, a backrest — and often arm supports — makes a significant difference to comfort and stability. They can be added to most Pressalit seats.