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Bathroom Safety Essentials: Why a Bath Step Is Worth the Investment

Bathroom Safety Essentials: Bathroom Steps

The bathroom is one of the most frequently used spaces in any home and essential for maintaining personal hygiene. Many with disabilities but it is also one of the areas where slips, trips, and falls are most likely to occur. Wet floors, smooth surfaces, and high bathtub edges can make entering and exiting the bath challenging for people of all ages.

One simple yet highly effective solution is a bath step. Designed to provide a stable platform, a bath step makes getting in and out of the bathtub easier, safer, and more comfortable. Whether you're planning a bathroom renovation or looking for an affordable way to improve safety, investing in a quality bath step is a practical decision that offers long-term benefits.

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What is a Bath Step?

  • A bath step is a sturdy platform placed beside a bathtub to reduce the height difference between the bathroom floor and the bathtub. It provides a secure stepping surface, making bath access easier while helping to reduce the risk of slips and falls.
  • Bath steps, which are a type of bathroom aid,are available in a variety of designs including plastic bath steps, height adjustable bath steps (modular bath steps) and bath steps with handrails.
  • Bath steps are available in a variety of heights as well as modular designs for those seeking a smoother entrance into the bath.
  • Bath steps generally offer a non-slip surface, rubber or high traction grip feet and an easy to clean design. They are often lightweight to allow them to be moved when needed to easily clean beneath.

Who should and should not use a Bath Step?

  • Bath steps are a popular choice for those who struggle to access the bath due to limited mobility, disabilities, those recovering from surgery and the elderly. Bath steps reduce the height users need to lift their leg over into the bath, making stepping in and out of the bath easier and safer. Bath steps are often used in combination with grab rails and grab bars for enhanced stability.
  • It is important to remember a bath step is not suitable for everyone. Those with balance problems, very weak leg muscles, limited vision and those who are unable to walk unaided should not use a bath step. In these instances a hoist, bath lift, shower or wet room may be more suitable. In addition users may wish to have a carer to support them.

Who should and should not use a Bath Step?

  • Bath steps are a popular choice for those who struggle to access the bath due to limited mobility, disabilities, those recovering from surgery and the elderly. Bath steps reduce the height users need to lift their leg over into the bath, making stepping in and out of the bath easier and safer. Bath steps are often used in combination with grab rails and grab bars for enhanced stability.
  • It is important to remember a bath step is not suitable for everyone. Those with balance problems, very weak leg muscles, limited vision and those who are unable to walk unaided should not use a bath step. In these instances a hoist, bath lift, shower or wet room may be more suitable. In addition users may wish to have a carer to support them.

Claiming VAT Relief on Bathroom Steps 

VAT relief is available on our full range of mobility aids, including wheelchair ramps, bath steps, half steps, rollators, and wheelchairs.

If you live in the UK and have a qualifying long-term disability or chronic medical condition, you may be eligible to purchase these products without paying VAT. Registered charities may also qualify for VAT relief on eligible mobility equipment.

To claim VAT relief, simply complete the VAT exemption section during checkout when adding your item to the basket. This is a straightforward self-declaration process—we only require the end user's full name and a brief description of their qualifying disability or medical condition.

There's no need to provide medical evidence or supporting paperwork, and you do not need to be registered as disabled or receive disability benefits to qualify. If you're eligible, we'll remove the VAT from your order before payment is completed.

Stacked modular blue and white plastic bath steps Stacked modular blue and white plastic bath steps
Two plastic bath steps side by side Two plastic bath steps side by side
Close up of the blue non slip surface on the plastic bath stepClose up of the blue non slip surface on the plastic bath step

Key Benefits of Bath Steps

Reduce risk of slips and falls

Reducing the height makes stepping into the bath easier and reduces the risk of falls.


Suitable for all bathrooms

Available in a wide section of sizes to allow you to find a solution to fit your bathroom.

No installation required

Whilst fitting a wet room can be expensive and take time, a bath step is quick and easy to purchase and set up, simply put in place.


Low maintenance

Generally manufactured from plastic, the bath steps are easy to simply wipe clean. Unlike lifts and hoists, they do not required 3rd party maintenance.

Affordable solution

Bath steps start from around £15.00 excluding VAT making them an affordable solution for many, whether using them on a temporary or permanent basis.


Improve confidence

Enhanced support provides users with more confidence to bath alone.

Why Modular Bath Steps Are Even Better 

If you're unsure which bath step height is best for your needs, a modular bath step is an excellent choice. Many modular bath steps are available as individual units, allowing you to start with a single step and add more if required. If, after using it, you find you need additional height or would prefer a gentler transition into the bath, you can simply purchase extra modules. These can be configured to increase the overall height, create a wider stepping platform, or form a tiered design that provides a more gradual and comfortable entry into the bath. This flexibility makes modular bath steps a practical, adaptable solution that can be tailored to changing needs over time.

  • Stackable design - use one unit to create a 10cm height or stack to create a 15cm height
  • Modular - Created a gradual incline with the use of 3 steps
  • Contrasting high-visibility blue and white design
  • Lightweight and portable, only 1.8kg
  • Easy to clean, manufactured from plastic
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  • Stackable design - use one unit to create a 10cm height or stack to create a 15cm height
  • Modular - Created a gradual incline with the use of 3 steps
  • Contrasting high-visibility blue and white design
  • Lightweight and portable, only 1.8kg
  • Easy to clean, manufactured from plastic
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  • Stackable design - use one unit to create a 25mm height or stack to create heights up to 100mm
  • Straight edge - place units side by side to create wider widths
  • Heavy-duty 500kg capacity, suitable for bariatric use
  • Textured surface to reduce the risk of slips
  • Easy to clean with warm water and a cloth
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Plastic Bath Step

  • Stackable design - use one unit to create a 10cm height or stack to create a 15cm height
  • Modular - Created a gradual incline with the use of 3 steps
  • Contrasting high-visibility blue and white design
  • Lightweight and portable, only 1.8kg
  • Easy to clean, manufactured from plastic
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Non-slip Modular Bath Step

  • Stackable design - use one unit to create a 10cm height or stack to create a 15cm height
  • Modular - Created a gradual incline with the use of 3 steps
  • Contrasting high-visibility blue and white design
  • Lightweight and portable, only 1.8kg
  • Easy to clean, manufactured from plastic
Modular plastic bath step 3 steps in tierd design Modular plastic bath step 3 steps in tierd design

Adjustable Bath Step

  • Stackable design - use one unit to create a 25mm height or stack to create heights up to 100mm
  • Straight edge - place units side by side to create wider widths
  • Heavy-duty 500kg capacity, suitable for bariatric use
  • Textured surface to reduce the risk of slips
  • Easy to clean with warm water and a cloth
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Complimentary Bathroom Aids - Shower Stools

At The Ramp Factory we supply a range of bathroom and toilet aids designed to assist users including shower stools, shower chairs and adjustable toilet frames.

Investing in Bath Steps 

  • Bathroom safety should never be an afterthought. A quality bath step provides a simple, affordable, and effective way to make bathing safer and more comfortable for people of all ages.
  • Whether you're planning ahead for future accessibility, caring for a loved one, or simply looking to reduce everyday risks, a bath step is a practical addition that enhances both safety and convenience. For even greater flexibility, a modular bath step offers adjustable functionality that can adapt to changing needs over time.
  • By investing in the right bathroom safety essentials today, you can create a safer, more accessible space that everyone in your household can use with confidence.

Product Questions

How do you install a bathroom step?
The plastic bath steps require no installation, simply put in place and start using.
Do the NHS provide bath steps?
Yes the NHS provide bath steps. If you would like a bath step through the NHS contact your local council to arrange a home assessment. An occupational therapist will visit you at your home to identify the types of equipment which can assist you around the home. Small adaptations such as bath steps and grab rails are often paid for by the council.
What is the benefit of purchasing a bath step over a walk-in bathtub?
A bath step is a simple, affordable way to improve access to your existing bathtub without the need for major bathroom alterations. Unlike a walk-in bathtub, a bath step requires no installation and can be positioned beside your bath in seconds. As many models are kept in stock, they can often be delivered within 1–2 working days, making them an ideal solution if you need immediate assistance. In many instances customers purchase a bath step as a short-term solution when coming out of the hospital and later look into walk-in bathtubs, wet rooms and similar.

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