Can it be installed well enough to use as a grab bar too?
1951234
The bar is sturdy enough to use as a grab bar but only if it is secured to adequate backing that is either attached to the framework or large enough to distribute the load to a broad surface of the surround wall.
1951235
No. The bar is not designed as a grab bar. In many areas building codes require the bar be set at least four feet above the shower floor to prevent its use as a grab bar.
1951236
No, the hardware provided only allows you to mount the bar to tile which will not support the weight of a person. A grab bar needs a stud behind the tile to provide support for a person.
1951237
The bar itself seems sturdy enough, as long as you use proper wall anchors that are rated for the weight.
1951238
I don't think I would use it as such on a regular basis. It is firmly installed and sturdy but not really made to be a grab bar.
311605
Yes, it can be installed to work on a horizontal or vertical grab bar. It comes with 2 U sizes to attach in case the grab bar is pretty thinner but also standard size.I first bought some specialty anchors labeled to secure grab bar with drilling anywhere behind the tile, but a plumber said they are not fully effective and grab bar definitely needs to attach to studs.I returned the anchors.
102132
I believe so, easily. The bars are about ½ inch in diameter. You might need to leave the rubber tip off the end though.
1124626
It's a fairly soft wood, with a rotary saw it would be no problem. The mounts can be spaced any distance to hold the bar, as long as the diameter is the same and the end is flat.
1637444
I used a different door way pull-up bar with this. It looks like it will. The hooks that will tie the dip station to the pull up bar, will hook over the back bar inside pads. I wasn't thrilled with the dip station. It didn't feel solid. When I was doing dips, I was more focused on keeping the bars from wobbling then I was actually doing the dips.
858161
In my opinion no that should not be a problem the dip bars are sufficiently extended from the bar. This piece of equipment is well thought out.
429680
Both sides of the bar are mounted to the wall, so if you can drill a hole or get a nail through it, you should be fine. There also may be an adapter that can be purchased that will eliminate the need to drill holes.
190815
the hooks would be sideways if put on a horizontal bar, so i don't think that will work for you
2024207
My handyman attached this grab bar to the interior of my shower by securing it to the existing studs using the hardware that came with it. He had to go through the closet in my bedroom, but he repaired that wall and the grab bar is as sturdy as can be. Hope this helps.
998167
Let me say as someone who has need of a grab bar. The grab bar can only be as strong as the structure it is attached to. When installing a grab bar on any surface less than 7/8 inch wood should be attached with mounting screws into the wall stud to assure a secure installation. Keep in mind a poor installation of any grab bar could result in a very serious accident.
132928
I don't use it for that but think it would do fine and better than any other grabber I've seen. It has nice fat rubber tips with tread on them so they shouldn't slip as much as others would. The handle is aluminum and strong. You will need a strong grip on the lever to hold that much but I'd try it.
783460
I am sure you can instal it vertical BUT... If would need to be in a stud if you are using it for a grab bar too.
2252052
You should be able to do that. However, if you tow something heavy, the bar might get damaged.
1068607
I'd say yes; don't see why not. The back is completely flat so tying up upper and lateral bars should work just fine..
1700867
Yes, and if you haven't already purchased it, don't bother. It's flimsy, bends when grabbing a paper towel, and can only be mounted in one position. The back side of the bar is hollow. I ended up trashing it and buying a different one. Hope this helps.
175731
I don't think this bar is stable enough. It could hold the weight coming straight down from it but if you pulled too much at an angle it wouldn't stay put.
1065948
I think you could make it work for that, but not "off the shelf". You would have to attach a bracket of some sort to the inside of the sliding part of the door, near the outside edge. It's difficult to explain, but if you look at the product photo, you can see that the end of the bar butts up to the door frame. You would need something on the door for the bar to butt up to. Maybe a piece of aluminum "L". I think a clever handyman could make this work.