36" Foldable Teak Wood Shower Seat Bench, 400 lb Capacity, (Seating Size: 35.5" W x 15.75" D), Clear-Coated for Extra Protection, Wall Mount Folding Bathroom Stool Chair, Modern Chrome

I needed this folding bench for my elderly wife to use in the dressing area near our shower. It replaced a free-standing bench that had to be moved out of the way frequently. It also proved too unstable to provide adequate safety. Because this bench easily folds up against the wall, it obstructs access to the toilet only when being used. Because it rigidly attached to a wall, it cannot topple over during use. This is a well-designed, well-made, and attractive bench. The included hardware is probably adeqate, but I went to Ace for specific screws for my modified installation (see below). The manufacturer actually printed the template on card stock instead of flimsy paper. This simple detail made a big difference during installation. I was not comfortable with mounting this bench to sheetrock; I wanted it positively attached to the underlying studs for safety and durability. So here's what I did. Measuring the template indicated that this bench would mount to a 2" x 10" which could be screwed directly to studs. So, I located the studs and marked the wall. I also marked the ends of the bench because it might not conveniently line up with the studs. This mounting board must be at least as long as the bench plus any extra needed to reach a nearby stud. (If you have to go beyond the bench on one side, you might want to add the same amount to the other side just for a balanced look. Your call.) Drill clearance holes through the mounting board and mount it using a level and 3 or 4 screws per stud (3 1/4" long) that are driven flush with the surface. Attach the template to the mounting board, and drill pilot holes for the mounting screws. The 1 1/2" offset from the wall looks fine to me, and we hang our towels there.

I am a recent amputee which puts me on a shower chair now for me to take a shower and this folding shower seat is proving to be one of my best investments. I weigh almost 200lbs and this seat is solid as a rock. It comes with complete installation instructions and a template is included as well to make the job even easier. The fit and finish of all of the metal parts is superb, as well as the finish of the teakwood seat slats. The bracing included with this shower seat makes this unit as solid as a rock. I always feel perfectly safe while sliding on and off of this seat, as well as the entire duration of my shower. It never rocks, or moves at all. I can fold it easily with one hand from outside of the shower which gets it totally out of the way of my wife's ability to use the shower with ease. Make sure to compare the bracing and ease of use when looking at similar units...this one is fantastic!

It is very stable. I use it for my wife who is in a wheelchair. I help her transfer to the shower seat and it works great! ADA rated to 400 pounds.

This is a good product and works well in our new walk-in shower. It is very sturdy as long as it is mounted into appropriate backing material. However, this is not for a beginner DIY project. Installation should be done by inexperienced DIY individual or a professional. Fortunately, I have a son that teaches construction trades at a Technical College.

We had this installed in our new bathroom, both of our children are visually impaired and we needed something that could be put up but still supportive. It's both beautiful and functional!

Horrible. Obtrusive. When folded up it hangs several inches from the wall. Even the slightest bump causes it to fall. It's definitely not a mounting issue, I mounted it perfectly based off the template that was included. It supports my weight just fine, it just does not fold up well at all. It was passable for a month or so, but frustrating and unusable now. Sadly I'm past my return window, so I will be tossing this $180 directly into the garbage, where it belongs.

Anyone else out there who is stuck with a shower stall with those built-in "jut outs"? Totally useless things until my TEAK Bench (36") was installed. Really works as my old shower stall has NO findable studs behind the stupid plastic/fiberglass molded thingie. Then, like Superman, the 36" teak bench comes to the rescue! Note how the folded-down bench is REALLY supported by the sides of these otherwise useless jut outs. HOORAY! The screws are installed using expanding back support which stabilize any sideways slippage but in no way offer SUPPORT: The jut outs perform that task.

This is well made and sturdy. It doesn't protrude much from the wall, so it's kinda space savings. Pay attention to the other reviewers that mention how to mount it. My handyman said that info was super helpful when he installed it.