Healthsmart Steel Knurled Grab Bar 32"
HealthSmart® Knurled Steel Wall Grab Bar in Chrome (12" to 32")
Textured Knurled Non-Slip Steel Construction, 1-Inch Ergonomic Grip Diameter, Polished Chrome Finish, Vertical or Horizontal Mounting, and Included Stainless Hardware
Navigating slick bathroom tiles and wet shower enclosures requires reliable, fixed handhold support to prevent slips, falls, and loss of balance. Smooth metal rails can become slippery when wet, compromising safety during bathing or toilet transfers. The HealthSmart® Knurled Steel Grab Bar Series provides a sturdy, tactile wall-mounted stability rail engineered for wet room confidence.
Constructed from heavy-gauge, rust-resistant chrome-plated steel, this safety bar features a raised knurled texture across its central gripping zone to ensure a firm, non-slip handhold even with soapy hands. Designed with an easy-to-grasp 1-inch outer diameter, it can be installed vertically, horizontally, or diagonally on bathroom wall studs. Complete with mounting screws, protective gaskets, and options spanning 12" to 32" lengths, it provides essential leverage and weight transfer support across the home.
Key Performance Features & Benefit Highlights
- Textured Knurled Non-Slip Surface: Diamond-patterned knurling etched into the steel offers enhanced friction for a reliable grip with wet hands.
- Corrosion-Resistant Chrome Finish: Heavy-duty chrome plating over steel frame resists rust, soap scum, and daily bathroom wear.
- Ergonomic 1-Inch Diameter: Standard 1-inch bar diameter allows complete finger closure for users with arthritis or limited grip strength.
- Multi-Directional Installation: Can be mounted vertically, horizontally, or at an angle to fit specific transfer paths near showers, tubs, or toilets.
- Five Versatile Length Options (12" to 32"): Compact sizes (12", 16") fit tight toilet walls; longer sizes (18", 24", 32") span wall studs in tubs and showers.
- Complete Hardware Package Included: Comes supplied with wall-mounting screws and protective sealing gaskets for installation.
- 100% FSA / HSA Eligible: Qualified home safety accessory eligible for pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account reimbursement.
Home Safety & Fall Prevention Specialist Insight: Knurled steel grab bars are the industry standard for wet environments where extra tactile grip is paramount. For optimal weight support, always anchor mounting screws directly into wood wall studs or use heavy-duty hollow-wall anchors installed by a qualified contractor.
Detailed Technical Specifications & Size Catalog
- Master Brand / Manufacturer HealthSmart® / Briggs Healthcare®
- 12-Inch Length Model (SKU) 521-1570-0612HS
- 16-Inch Length Model (SKU) 521-1570-0616HS
- 18-Inch Length Model (SKU) 521-1570-0618
- 24-Inch Length Model (SKU) 521-1570-0624
- 32-Inch Length Model (SKU) 521-1570-0632
- Outer Bar Diameter 1.0 Inch (2.5 cm) Ergonomic Round Profile
- Material Construction & Finish Chrome-Plated Knurled Steel (Latex-Free)
- Mounting Orientation & Hardware Wall Mounted (Vertical/Horizontal) w/ Screws & Gaskets
- Billing Code (HCPCS) E0241 (Bathing / Shower Grab Bar)
- UNSPSC Commodity Code 42211608 (Grab Bars and Rails)
- Account & Tax Compliance 100% FSA / HSA Eligible Item
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What size grab bar should I choose for my bathroom?
A: Shorter 12" and 16" bars are ideal as fixed vertical handholds next to a doorway or toilet. Mid-sized 18" and 24" bars fit standard shower walls, while 32" bars provide broad horizontal reach across multiple wall studs.
Q: Is knurled steel better than smooth chrome for showers?
A: Yes. Knurled steel features a textured cross-hatch surface that significantly increases grip traction when your hands or the bar are wet with water or soap.
Q: Can I install this grab bar directly into drywall or tile?
A: For user safety, grab bars must be securely anchored into solid wood wall studs or backed by specialized heavy-duty hollow wall anchors to safely support weight.
Retail Disclaimer: Technical specifications, dimensions, and model numbers are compiled directly from manufacturer technical reference indexes (Briggs Healthcare). EnhDme recommends professional contractor installation into solid wood studs. This product is a bathroom wall-mounted grab bar.
âš WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
