Shower in RV

Custom shower stall with ceiling lift and shower chair – suitable for a person with extensive disabilities

Shower area in RV with ceiling lift and shower seat with soft back, wooden armrest and padded seat with opening on toilet seat.

Shower in RV with ceiling lift and shower chair

The walls in the RV’s existing shower were removed, a plastic floor covering was welded to the floor and a shower curtain was sewn. The end result was a well-functioning shower with ceiling lift and custom-designed shower chair (see associated tip).

Users comments
It took a little time to develop procedures for showering to work efficiently. Before beginning the RV has to be cranked up to achieve the right slope so the shower water drains. The water tank has to be full.

Made by
Helena’s husband

Paid for by
The user

Whose idea
Helena and her husband

Helena's husband holds the shower handle.

Shower handle

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Author: Helena

Helena bor tillsammans med sin make och två tonårsbarn i en villa. Hon arbetar 75%. Sedan födsel har hon en sjukdom (spinal muskelatrofi) motsvarande en hög ryggmärgsskada. Hon har personlig assistans dygnet runt.
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Type of disability

High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

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