LiveWell by Caroma: Are you Selecting the Right Fixtures for your Bathroom?
- Australian Health & Aged Care
- May 1
- 3 min read
The bathroom is one of the most frequently used rooms in aged care facilities and hospitals, playing a crucial role in the daily routines of patients and residents. Despite its importance, these spaces are often treated in a utilitarian manner, which can result in a lack of cohesive design.
This can impact the comfort and convenience of those who rely on these facilities. However, there has been an emergence of new products that not only comply with AS1428.1 standards but also offer contemporary design. By focusing on both compliance and design, LiveWell by Caroma aims to create bathroom spaces that are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing and supportive of the users' needs.
Toilets
Aged care and hospital optimised toilets need to bring together heightened standards of hygiene, with rigorous finishes and load ratings. Our Caroma Care toilet suites, designed and engineered in Australia, feature our awardwinning Caroma CleanFlush® technology,
which delivers a more powerful flush and a rimless design for superior hygiene and rapid
cleaning, combined with our Caroma GermGard® anti-microbial protection applied to
the toilet seat, pan and cistern. For patient and resident comfort, the raised height pan with extra projection reduces stress on knees and complies with AS1428.1-2021 accessible and ambulant options, with optional nurse call arm rest and unique seating options.
Basins
Aged care and hospital basins need to withstand daily use, whilst also fitting into the design environment. Basins within the Care Collection are designed in Australia to comply with the Australian Health Facility Guidelines for Infection Prevention and Control, making them ideal for staff, patient, and public amenities. These basins are specially designed for infection control with set back waste, to prevent direct tap flow down the waste trap, reducing deadly aerosols spreading. For antimicrobial protection, our basins feature Caroma GermGard® which is integrated into the basin glaze. A basin shroud is also available to conceal the waste pipes which improve hygiene and cleaning.
Grab Rails
Grab rails are critical to aged care and hospital bathrooms, yet not all rails are equal. LiveWell by Caroma grab rails are constructed from stainless steel and is available in a satin, matte black or brushed nickel finish for a smooth and comfortable grip. Our grab rail range is available in various lengths and angles and are designed to provide support, with a load-bearing capacity of up to 1100N (approximately 110kg), meeting the AS1428.1- 2021 standards for access and mobility. Caroma GermGard® is also
incorporated into the fixing points and colour coatings to help prevent the spread of germs.
Tapware
Thoughtful tapware design provides options for aged care facilities and hospitals to cater for a broad range of residents and patients. Our Care Plus tapware range offers an optimal solution for infection control, featuring standard laminar flow. The tapware also boasts larger coloured indicators on all handles, making it ideal for the elderly or those with vision impairments. Additionally, options such as an extended lever care handle and warm/cold indicators cater to vulnerable users or individuals with limited mobility.
Connect with our LiveWell by Caroma team today to see how we can help with your next
project or refurbishment. Explore our Caroma’s range of care specific products at caroma.com/au/livewell/care.
Basins within the Care Collection are designed in Australia to comply with the Australian Health Facility Guidelines for Infection
Prevention and Control, making them ideal for staff, patient, and public amenities.
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