Fit-out of PMR bathrooms in Charleroi

Our PMR Fit-out Services

–  Walk-in shower with extra-flat non-slip tray

–  Installation of grab bars and wall-mounted shower seats

–  Replacement of bathtub with an accessible shower

–  Non-slip flooring and widening of door access

–  Fit-out of storage and sink at adapted height

Process of a PMR Fit-out Project

The initial assessment takes into account the current configuration of the bathroom and the specific needs of the person concerned, both present and anticipated in the coming years.

Plumbing and flooring work precedes the installation of accessibility equipment, with particular attention paid to water drainage and the waterproofing of the walk-in shower.

A standard PMR fit-out project generally lasts one to two weeks, depending on the extent of plumbing modifications required.

Walk-in Shower: The Central Equipment of PMR Fit-out

The walk-in shower generally constitutes the heart of the fit-out project. Its level access eliminates the risk of tripping over a bathtub edge, a common cause of falls for people with reduced mobility.

The extra-flat tray, combined with an appropriate siphon, ensures effective water drainage while maintaining a flat surface. A foldable wall-mounted seat often complements the equipment to allow for safe seated showering.

A threshold-free shower wall, combined with a hinged door system rather than a sliding one, also facilitates access for a person accompanied by a walker or a manual wheelchair.

Grab Bars and Securing Circulation Points

Grab bars are strategically positioned near the shower, toilet, and sink, in places where balance is most challenged during transfers between standing and sitting positions.

A non-slip flooring, classified according to current adhesion standards, complements this safety device. The choice of material takes into account both safety and thermal comfort when in contact with bare feet.

Grants and Assistance in Wallonia

Specific grants exist in Wallonia for adapting housing to disability or aging, distinct from traditional energy grants and cumulative depending on the situation.

The 6% VAT also applies to these works in a home over ten years old, which significantly reduces the final cost of the project for the household concerned.

Adapting the Sink, Toilet, and Storage

A suspended sink at an adapted height, with free space underneath for access while seated or in a wheelchair, effectively complements the shower fit-out. The lever mixer tap is easier to operate than a two-handle system for less precise hands.

Raised toilets, combined with lateral grab bars, greatly facilitate sitting-standing transfers, a gesture repeated several times a day that quickly becomes burdensome without this adapted fit-out.

Storage also deserves reconsideration: shelves at an accessible height from a seated position prevent the need to bend or reach for a high piece of furniture, a risky gesture in case of instability.

An aesthetic fit-out

Adapting a bathroom to the needs of people with reduced mobility does not mean sacrificing aesthetics. Manufacturers today offer ranges of stylish grab bars and shower seats, far removed from the clinical image once associated with this type of equipment.

Carefully chosen tiles, well-thought-out lighting, and finishes consistent with the rest of the home create a space that is both functional and pleasant to live in, without giving the impression of a medicalized environment.

Medical certificate and gradual fit-out

The need for a medical certificate to benefit from PMR grants depends on the specific aid program: some grants require a disability recognition or a medical certificate, while others remain accessible without specific justification. There is also no obligation to complete all adaptations at once: it is entirely possible to start with the shower and then add grab bars and other equipment over several months according to priorities and available budget.

When to anticipate and effect on property value

There is no fixed age to consider a PMR fit-out: the important thing is to anticipate before a loss of mobility makes the fit-out urgent rather than planned calmly in advance. A quality, discreet, and well-integrated fit-out never harms the property's resale value and can even attract aging buyers or those anticipating their own future needs. These adaptations do not only concern elderly people: any household member with a temporary or permanent disability can benefit from the same accessibility solutions.

Technical feasibility, timeline, and financial aid

A walk-in shower is suitable for most homes, provided that the existing water drainage and the height available under the floor for proper water flow are checked. Generally, expect one to two weeks for a complete PMR fit-out, depending on the extent of plumbing modifications and the number of installations required. Regional grants exist to finance the adaptation of the home for disability or aging, in addition to traditional energy aids that can be combined depending on the case.

Anticipate tomorrow's comfort today

A free assessment of needs and the current configuration allows for a tailored estimate before any financial commitment on your part, without commercial pressure.

We operate in Mont-sur-Marchienne, Marcinelle, and all other sections of Charleroi, with the same attention to the real needs of each person involved.

Adapting your bathroom before mobility becomes an issue allows you to continue living independently at home, a goal shared by the vast majority of people involved in this type of project.

Whether the project involves a simple addition of grab bars or a complete transformation of the shower, the same attention to real needs guides each fit-out proposal, without any pre-imposed solution.