These new tubs or showers are walk in and can prevent falls.
They allow easier access into the bath, eliminating the need to lift your leg and step over the edge to get inside.
These are perfect for the elderly or those that are handicapped and have limited abilities to climb into a traditional tub.
Not only are the step bathtubs safer, they can also turn your existing bathtub into a walk in shower.
Tearing out old baths can be a costly and lengthy procedure.
 This option does away with the need to tear out old showers and replace with a new one.
  The new step bathtubs are just refinishing your existing one.
The installer cuts a hole about 24 inches wide in the side allowing a place to walk into the tub.
This process is not only cheaper than tearing out the old fixtures, but also done in a shorter amount of time.
This can be done in less than a day normally.
It can be done in porcelain, fiberglass and even cast iron tubs.
When using the step bathtubs to convert into a walk in shower, there is a tub door that can be added.
This door is water-tight and sealed, so there is no need to worry about leaking.
It can be hinged on either the left or right side.
Working with a magnetic system and a latch that uses compression ensures that it will not leak.
By adding the door, it allows easy access to get in and out.
When adding the door, the cut out only needs to be 17 inches wide.
Both, the step and the door are made of polyethelyene and molded in a special process that is done rotationally.
These can be installed in personal homes, senior citizens' residences, nursing homes, hotels or any special care facility.
Some manufacturers will offer a do it yourself kit, where you can install it yourself and save on the installation charges.
Although, a professional installation may be easier, let someone else do it quickly and efficiently.