Is the slide-bar well built (or flimsy)? made of solid brass (heavy)? or likely to break if people grab on it to get in/out the shower over time?
1108108
If you need something to support you weight you should install a handicapped grab bar. I find this to be well built but I doubt that it is designed to support a persons body weight.
1108109
The slide bar would not be secure enough for holding when getting in and out of the shower, as would a handicap bar. It's not flimsy but the upper and lower connectors are of a heavy plastic as is the movable shower handle caddy. All that being said, I really like it and have found it easy to move the connector up and down the bar conveniently. No issues with the unit at all.
1108110
It is solid enough to move the shower head up and down no problem, but I do think it will last over time if people are using it as a hand rail.
914917
By design, I wouldn't suggest this in a shower. Just outside the shower shouldn't be a problem, but it needs to be secured by tension from floor to ceiling and I fear it might crack your tub/shower with continued pressure. Plus, as you mentioned, it is metal so it will likely rust due to a few holes where residual water will enter and collect. Hope this helps.
2184573
Mostly metal and easy to install. I have it in my son's house where 4 college kids and 2 large dogs use it frequently. Get the 3 way valve for a 2 shower head setup.
403912
It is a beautiful piece and I am very happy with it; however, I do not use mine in the shower. I use it as a seat and place to store towels next to my shower. It is made out of genuine teak so I am sure it would last if used in the shower.
1605527
It's definitely easy to break... It's kind of a cheap plastic and it is held up there by a couple of screws that could easily be pulled out. It will sound until the "thief" crushes it or throws it in the toilet. The key is to put it up high so that can't get to it very easily. It's EXTREMELY loud and most likely the thief will not want to hang around to try to get it off the wall if it's up high.
1447695
I've owned the sink rail for nine months and have found it to be sturdy provided that I am careful. When washing plates and pots I try to keep clear of the rail as I think impacts could cause it to break/crack. I think as long as users are gentle and don't bang into it, the rail should hold up well. I haven't had any issues with the rail itself, the materials or magnets.
698824
I am very pleased with the bar. I attached it to the tiled shower wall and it is used for stability and support. I broke my knee cap and while I am gaining my strength back, I use it to keep from slipping in the shower when I turn around, etc.It was great when I needed it to hold onto when I was sitting on a bath chair and had to maneuver myself around to get out of the tub. I want to buy a couple more for another area. It's inexpensive and when I don't need it, I can remove it.
1604320
I have knocked it down in my shower twice and it has not broke on me yet! :)
1749379
Ours was up for almost 2 years before falling. We had it heavily loaded for most of that time, too. We have cultured marble walls in the shower.
1953861
most likely......pretty sturdy....been using it for 3 month, and no problem, whats more, the casters on the bottom of the legs will bring it up high enough to get out of the shower easily.
914919
Likely will rust and have water incursion. Stainless steel grab bars are all I've found to not deteriorate. Those plus a shower chair provide user independence.
491962
It has held up well for us after 10 months. the shower curtain holders rusted all over it but the bar still looks fine.
2197826
I can add to the previous answers that it slides effortlessly. We use it to transfer into a walk-in shower. My parents can't step over the threshold anymore.
908745
The diameter of the bar is 1/2 inch. Although it's sturdy towel bar, I would NOT recommend this for a grab bar in a shower. Ugly is better than injury.
2051703
Sorry, but, I returned it. I thought the construction was too weak to install in an shower where it might be used as an emergency hand rail.
2181964
It's a sliding bar, does not attach to the wall. I got this for my mother in law and she doesn't use the shower as often as bathing but it's helpful to have the bar for adjusting when she needs it. I do not think the bar not being attached is an issue.
952504
Its made of plastic with a chrome color finish on it. If it was brass, it would cost a LOT more. This is not a high end piece here, but works great if your on a budget like i am. If you want a more high class look, then you probably want a Kohler or Moen. But, those cost $75+...