Carex Portable Shower Bench (Bath Board)
The Carex® Portable Shower Bench is a lightweight, one-piece heavy-duty bath board engineered by Carex Health Brands. Specifically designed for individuals balancing post-surgery recovery, limited stability, or age-related mobility issues, this portable bench serves as a bridge over standard bathtubs. It sits securely across the top of your tub walls rather than sitting inside the basin floor, acting as an easy, slide-on transfer board that allows users to sit down outside the edge of the tub and safely swing their legs inside.
Weighing less than 5 lbs, its compact and completely flat physical profile makes it the ultimate solution for independent travel or temporary care setups. The structural base features adjustable underside sliding anchors that lock tightly into standard tub configurations ranging from 19 to 28 inches wide. Built with a contoured, ergonomic sitting surface, integrated drainage slats, and a convenient molded-in soap dish, the bench supports up to 300 lbs while using specialized premium rubber grip padding underneath to completely eliminate sliding and protect smooth porcelain or acrylic finishes from cosmetic scratches.
Key Product Features
- Zero-Tool Slide-and-Lock Fit: Quickly adapts to span standard bathtub widths from 19 inches to 28 inches using simple underside twist-locking knobs.
- Slide-In Transfer Design: Spans over the tub frame allowing a person to securely sit on the exterior ledge and pivot their lower body into the water zone without stepping over dangerous high tub walls.
- Ultra-Lightweight Travel Profile: Weighs just 4.6 lbs, allowing it to be effortlessly uninstalled, carried, stored, or packed into travel luggage in seconds.
- Surface-Safe Protective Rubber Anchors: Fitted with thick, non-marking rubber pads that absorb vibration, grab wet surfaces aggressively, and keep tub finishes flawless.
- Molded Drainage & Integrated Soap Well: Continuous ventilation slots channel pooling water away from the seating surface while a built-in recess keeps your bar soap handy and dry.
Core Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Detailed Configuration Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand / Manufacturer | Carex Health Brands (Drive Medical / Compass) |
| Model Number (SKU) | FGB21701 0000 |
| UPC / GTIN Barcode | 086876154955 |
| HCPCS Billing Code | E0245 (Bath/Shower Safety Aid) |
| Maximum Load Capacity | 300 lbs (136 kg) static weight rating |
| Physical Dimensions | 31.0" Width x 14.75" Depth x 1.63" Thick Profile |
| Adjustable Tub Width Fit | 19.0" minimum to 28.0" maximum wall-span |
| Net Product Weight | 4.6 lbs (2.08 kg) |
| Structural Composition | High-Density Impact-Resistant Composite Polymer (Latex-Free) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does this bench sit on the bottom floor of the bathtub?
No, this is a specialized "bath board" style design. Instead of having four vertical legs that rest inside the tub basin, it lays completely flat across the top rims of your opposing bathtub walls. This makes it perfect for configurations where a traditional wide shower chair base cannot physically sit flush due to steep sloped tub walls or narrow porcelain basins.
How does the bench attach so it won't slide while I am transferring?
Underneath the plastic bench, there are heavy-duty, adjustable sliding buffer blocks. You simply place the board across your tub, slide the plastic anchors outward until they fit snugly against the interior vertical walls of your bathtub, and tighten the secure hand-screws. The faces of these anchors are lined with industrial non-slip rubber to firmly clamp the unit in place.
Can this board be used with a sliding glass shower door?
Generally, no. Because the board must rest flat across both the outer and inner lips of the tub wall simultaneously, sliding glass door tracks will usually obstruct the seating area or prevent the board from sitting perfectly flush. It is highly optimized for open-layout bathtubs utilizing standard flexible shower curtains.
