18″ Stainless Steel Grab Bar – ADA Compliant
Includes:
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1 × 18″ length, 1 ½″ diameter bar
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6 × stainless steel mounting screws
Features:
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♿ ADA & ANSI Compliant with 1 ½″ wall clearance
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Supports up to 500 lbs. for maximum safety
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Concealed screw design for a sleek, modern look
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Twist-on flange covers with multiple anchoring points for easier installation
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Mounting hardware included (6 × 2″ stainless steel screws)
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Length measured centerline-to-centerline of mounting flanges. Add 3″ for overall length
Side Wall Vertical Grab Bar – 18″ Stainless Steel (ADA/ANSI Guide)
Is this grab bar placement mandatory?
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ADA: Not required.
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ANSI (ICC/ANSI A117.1): Required — depending on your local building code.
In short: ADA does not mandate this grab bar, but ANSI does. Always confirm with your local jurisdiction, since many cities adopt ANSI standards into code enforcement.
How many do I need?
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Only 1 vertical grab bar is required when specified by ANSI.
What is the standard grab bar length?
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The standard vertical grab bar length is 18″.
What are the placement requirements?
Per ICC/ANSI A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities:
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Bar must be at least 18″ (457 mm) long.
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Bottom of the bar must be mounted between 39″–41″ (991–1041 mm) above the floor.
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Center of the bar must be placed 39″–41″ (991–1041 mm) from the rear wall.
When is this required?
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ADA Standards require only horizontal grab bars (rear wall + side wall).
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A vertical grab bar on the side wall is not required under ADA, but is specified by ANSI.
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Many architects/designers include it in plans to:
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Avoid city code comments,
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Cover uncertainties in local building codes,
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Improve accessibility and user convenience.
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Why install a side wall vertical grab bar?
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Provides extra safety and stability for people with disabilities.
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Easy to add, low cost, and can prevent compliance issues during inspection.
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Offers helpful support when standing or transferring to/from the toilet.
✅ Recommendation: If you are unsure whether your local building code enforces ANSI, it’s best to install the vertical grab bar to stay safe and compliant.











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