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GBGS-16
Custom Made

| Product Type: | Wall-mounted grab bar with integrated storage shelf |
| Bar Material: | 304 stainless steel |
| Bar Dimensions: | 16" length, φ1-1/4 inch (32mm) |
| Thickness: | 0.8 mm |
| Weight Capacity: | 500 lbs evenly distributed (stud-mounted installation) |
| Finish Options: | Brushed Nickel, Polished Chrome |
| Shelf: | Integrated storage basket, corrosion-resistant |
| Mounting: | Wall mount, standard hole pattern, hardware included |
| Compliance: | ADA accessible standard, load tested |
| Typical Applications: | Compact accessible rooms, senior care, public restrooms, toilet & shower zones |
| Warranty: | 5-year structural warranty |

Unlike separate grab bars and wall shelves that require two sets of wall drillings and occupy separate wall space, this unit merges weight-bearing support and storage into a single wall-mounted assembly. This cuts the number of wall penetrations in half, minimizing structural damage to existing walls during compact bathroom retrofits, and reducing on-site installation labor by roughly 35% compared to installing two separate components. The consolidated footprint is especially valuable for small bathroom layouts — such as compact hotel accessible rooms, apartment powder rooms and senior living unit baths — where wall space is limited but both support and storage are required for accessibility compliance. It eliminates the cluttered look of multiple mounted fixtures, delivering a clean, coordinated appearance.

The 1-inch diameter bar is fabricated from heavy-gauge 304 stainless steel, tested to support 500 lbs of evenly distributed weight when properly mounted to wall studs. It is engineered to meet ADA accessibility standards for bathroom grab support, a mandatory requirement for public commercial buildings, assisted living facilities and public accommodation renovation projects. Full load test documentation is provided with every bulk order, ready for building department inspection and accessibility accreditation submissions. The corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction stands up to daily use in steamy shower environments and frequent sanitization, maintaining structural integrity and finish through years of high-frequency use in commercial and institutional settings.

The compact 16-inch length and integrated shelf make the unit versatile across bathroom zones: alongside toilets for transfer support, inside shower stalls for standing stability, and next to vanities for grooming support. The shelf provides secure storage for toiletries, assistive aids or sanitary supplies, eliminating the need for additional free-standing storage that can obstruct circulation paths. Available in brushed nickel and polished chrome finishes, it coordinates with standard commercial bathroom fixture lines, allowing uniform specification across all bathroom zones in a project. This cross-zone versatility reduces the number of SKUs project teams need to source, simplifying procurement and inventory management for multi-unit developments.

Standardized mounting hole patterns and included stainless steel mounting hardware ensure consistent installation across every unit in a project, reducing installer variability and on-site adjustment time. The unit is fully assembled prior to shipment, requiring only wall mounting on site, which speeds up fit-out schedules for large-scale accessible upgrade programs. Bulk ordering options are available for multi-facility and multi-unit developments, with strict finish consistency controls across production batches. 5-year structural warranty with readily available replacement hardware supports long-term facility maintenance. Packaging is optimized for commercial shipping and jobsite storage to minimize transit damage during phased renovation projects.

Q1: How does the 2-in-1 design benefit compact bathroom accessible renovations?
A: Merging the grab bar and storage shelf into one unit reduces wall drillings by half, minimizing structural damage to existing walls and cutting installation labor by roughly 35%. Its consolidated footprint also saves valuable wall space in compact bathrooms where separate fixtures would not fit or would obstruct circulation.
Q2: Is the 500lb rating compliant with ADA for commercial facilities?
A: Yes. The 1-inch stainless steel bar is load-tested to 500 lbs when stud-mounted, engineered to meet ADA accessibility specifications for bathroom grab support. Full load test documentation is provided with bulk orders to support building inspection and accessibility accreditation.
Q3: Can this grab bar be used in both toilet and shower areas of a project?
A: Yes. Its 16-inch compact size and corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction make it suitable for toilet transfer zones, shower stalls and vanity areas. This cross-zone versatility allows one SKU to be specified across all bathroom zones, reducing procurement complexity for multi-unit projects.
Q4: Can you supply these for multi-building accessible upgrade programs?
A: Yes. Standardized mounting dimensions and consistent finish quality across production batches support uniform installation across multiple sites. We offer bulk pricing, phased delivery scheduling and 5-year warranty with spare parts support for large-scale accessible renovation and new construction programs.
