Heavyweight/Heavy-duty foldable shower seat with wall mounted backrest

Abstract

The invention is a heavy-weight, wall-mounted foldable shower seat with a backrest, designed to support up to 1100 lbs. It features robust stainless-steel brackets and high-strength, splinter-free wooden planks that prevent water retention and skidding. The seat's foldable design optimizes space, while an integrated locking mechanism ensures secure use. Compliant with ADA requirements, this shower seat enhances safety, comfort, and accessibility for individuals with varying physical abilities, making it suitable for residential and healthcare settings

Claims

1. The shower seat is engineered to support weights up to 1100 Lbs., utilizing robust and durable materials to provide optimal support and comfort.

2. The integration of stainless-steel bars in the construction of the wall-mounted foldable shower seat enhances its structural integrity, providing reliable rust resistance and additional support for increased weight capacity.

3. The shower seat is meticulously crafted to conform with the exacting specifications set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ensuring that it is an appropriate and accessible solution for individuals with disabilities.

4. The shower seat is equipped with a secure interlocking mechanism that enables it to remain securely in place once opened, mitigating the risk of accidents caused by gravity or other external forces.

5. The stainless steel utilized in the construction of the shower seat is deformation-resistant, having successfully passed stringent testing to meet the highest quality and safety standards.

6. The shower seat's design features horizontally oriented wooden planks, facilitating efficient drainage to prevent water accumulation during use while simultaneously reducing the risk of slipping or sliding.

7. The wood utilized in the construction of the shower seat is splinter-free and resistant to deformation, as confirmed by rigorous testing, ensuring optimal user comfort and durability over time.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] Item no. 15 are self-tapping screws which shall set the Shower seat to be mounted to a wood stud or a tenacious structure for use.

[0020] FIG. B is a schematic perspective view of the Shower seat with all items attached in place which makes the Shower seat ready to be mounted on a wood stud or a tenacious structure for use.

[0021] FIG. C and D are the back views of the shower seat to demonstrate how to fix screws of appropriate size in the appropriate holes respectively (16A-F, 17A-L & 18A-P).

[0022] FIG. E1 is a perspective view from the front, showing the folded seat and backrest for comfortable use when mounted on a wood stud or a tenacious structure for use.

[0023] FIG. E2 is a side view of the shower seat that opens and rests at an approximately 90-degree angle, designed to bear weight up to 1100 Lbs. when attached to a wood stud or a tenacious structure.

[0024] FIG. F1 and F2 are front and side view respectively with closed-up shower seat when mounted on a wood stud or a tenacious structure