Teak Shower Seat

A very popular item for the bathroom is the teak shower seat. These seats, also referenced as benches or stools, come in several styles and are available from a wide variety of stores and vendors. The price varies by style and sales venue but the product's durability makes it worth the money.

Wood might not be the first material one considers for use in the shower. Teak, however, is very resistant to water and humidity. The wood can also be treated to extend the life of the product even further. Lightweight and fashionable, teak shower seats can enhance any bathroom. You can even purchase a matching teak shower mat, tub seat, or tray. They make showering a much safer and convenient experience, as most include non-slip feet.

The seats come in many different styles. You can get legged stools that stand on your shower floor. Some of these come with solid teak legs. Many have aluminum legs, the metal being treated to make it rust-proof. Teak seats can be free-standing stools, either square or rectangular in shape or they can be triangular to make them fit snugly into the corner of the shower. There are also folding teak shower stools that can be stowed away outside the shower entirely. The sitting surface is vented or scored, to allow the seat to drain and prevent water from pooling.

Wall-mounted seats are very fashionable and can be folded flat against the wall when you don't need them. They are more expensive, due to the installation involved. They are definitely more of an investment, the price sometimes running into the hundreds, but look fantastic and are every bit as durable.

Teak shower stools can be purchased from big box stores, like Wal-Mart. They are available from online merchandisers like Amazon or EBay. Many specialty stores carry teak shower stools, from high-end stores like Hammacher-Schlemmer to more affordable chains like Bed, Bath, and Beyond.

Like most things, how much you pay depends on where you shop. A folding teak shower bench will cost around $59 at Wal-Mart, $79 at Bed, Bath, and Beyond. A triangular, metal-legged stool from Hammacher-Schlemmer is priced at $139. You can pick up a beautiful, teak shower stool with solid teak legs, from Gaiam for $149 and be socially-conscious since they participate in free trade.

Teak shower seats and teak bath accessories are a beautiful and stylish addition to your bathroom decor and are a good investment. They make showering easier and help decrease the chances of slipping and falling. They are definitely a smart purchase!

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