why are bathtubs made of ceramic, instead of rubber or something soft?
My guess would be maintenance—cleaning soft surfaces is difficult. Moreover, wet rubber is very slippery so it will have to be textured and that will make it basically impossible to get clean.
Have them look like swim caps and drill holes so water can flow?
I don’t see the problem, it looks like a definite win for elderly people at the very least.
I suspect another large fraction of TBIs is due to falling in baths and showers. Still a good idea to put on a helmet?
It’s certainly worth investing in a non-slip mat for your bathtub / shower.
Actually… why are bathtubs made of ceramic, instead of rubber or something soft? Cost? Durability / ability to handle water?
My guess would be maintenance—cleaning soft surfaces is difficult. Moreover, wet rubber is very slippery so it will have to be textured and that will make it basically impossible to get clean.
An alternative might be removable soft bumpers.
Have them look like swim caps and drill holes so water can flow? I don’t see the problem, it looks like a definite win for elderly people at the very least.