Clamp-on tub rails
Rails that clamp to the side of a tub, by the tub wall thickness they fit and what the maker says about fiberglass tubs.
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Questions people ask
Will a clamp-on rail fit my tub?
Measure the thickness of your tub wall at the top, where the rail would clamp. Each product shows the tub wall range the maker lists. Pick one whose range includes your number. See how to measure.
Can I use a clamp-on rail on a fiberglass tub?
Some makers say yes, some say to take care, and some don't say. We show exactly what each maker says, or "Not listed". If the maker doesn't say, ask them before you buy.
Have any clamp-on tub rails been recalled?
Yes. On September 26, 2024, Liberty Hardware recalled about 174,500 Multi-Grip Tub Safety Bars sold under the Peerless, Safety First and Delta brands. The plastic grip pads can come loose on tubs with tapered side walls, which can make the bar unstable (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, CPSC). You can search any model on CPSC's recall list.
Do I need to drill into my tub or wall?
Clamp-on rails are made to clamp to the tub wall without drilling. If you rent, check your lease or building rules before adding any bathroom equipment.
Does Medicare cover tub rails?
Probably not. Medicare's equipment list (NCD 280.1) lists grab bars as a self-help device, not primarily medical, so Original Medicare denies them. The list doesn't name clamp-on tub rails. Ask your plan, or borrow one first.