Some have a support leg which rests down on the floor when the rail is horizontal. Some models provide a single horizontal rail which provides support at one height; others consist of a looped rail which provides two alternative gripping positions. Some of these rails have a built-in toilet roll holder. Please note that the 2in1 bedrail is NOT suitable for sprung divan base beds, framed beds with loose slats or electrically profiling beds. For these beds we would recommend the NRS EasyFit Plus Bedrail P11849/P11838. If you are very unstable when standing and you find it difficult to bear your own weight, simple grab rails may not be the most suitable answer for you. You may need more support to help you. Likewise, if you have very poor grip, or significant pain in your hands, arms or shoulders.

A wide range of finished hand rails are available from DIY chains for you to choose from. A plain 50mm mop head cross section softwood rail may be used.A report was released in mid February 2019 following the very sad deaths of three elderly people over a three year period. The report recommended that metal hoop bed levers should have three bars and a gap between the vertical bars of no more than 60 mm to 100 mm, recommended 85 mm. In addition it is recommended that they all be fitted with a cord with cleat system to secure the lever safely under and hard up against the mattress leaving no gaps where a person could become trapped. The placement of the bed lever from the position of the pillow is also extremely important.

Comprising of a powder coated steel rail attached to a hard-wearing, wooden baseboard that is sealed and lacquered. Our Bed Levers are high quality and built to last. You don't have to physically buy the goods in person. If your parent, guardian or wife or husband buys the goods and services for you, then you won't be charged VAT. What counts as personal or domestic use? Vertical rails may assist when pulling up into a standing position or for just maintaining balance. Person using the lever is deemed to be alert and orientated, even if getting up in the night to access the toilet. Consider the advice about the different kinds of grab rails. Identify the best types of rail for your particular requirements.Our Bed lever is designed to help keep you safe, and our easy to follow installation guide ensures positioning is correct. These provide a horizontal bar in their lowered position. They should be fitted at waist/elbow level and approximately a fist width away from your thigh when sat on the toilet. Multifit Bed Levers are known by many as one of New Zealand’s most trusted and reliable bedroom aids. Choosing a handle height that extends 300mm above your mattress, allows the handle to be within easy reach.