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I can clearly remember the day that my mom’s first bedside commode arrived. Putting it all together, inserting the bucket with a commode liner in the bucket holder, thinking “Okay that was pretty simple……..oh, what’s that ?”\u00a0 And then staring at a splash guard, wondering what to do with it. It clearly fit inside the commode bucket, but why ?<\/p>\n
What is a commode splash guard ? A splash guard is a plastic shield used to stop splashing and messes when a bedside commode is used over a toilet. The commode bucket is removed from under the bedside commode seat, and the splash guard is inserted in its place, slotting down into the bowl of the toilet over which it is placed.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Now of course, if you are just using a bedside commode next to a bed, or to an armchair, you are not going to need a splash guard as you will be using the bucket.<\/strong><\/p>\n You will then either be using commode liners with absorbent pads which you can dispose of in the trash, or you will be disposing of the bucket contents in your toilet. Either way, you do not use a splash guard.<\/p>\n But if your loved one can get to the toilet and is just using the bedside commode as a very secure raised toilet seat, then you may wish to use a splash guard.<\/strong><\/p>\n I have to say that my mom has been using a bedside commode placed over our toilet for almost two years now without a splash guard, and we have had no problems whatsoever.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_toggle title=”Contents Overview & Quicklinks” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” body_ul_font=”||||||||” body_ul_text_color=”#59bdd6″ border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” border_color_all=”#3648ed” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Why use a splash guard ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n How to use a splash guard ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Which bedside commodes can use a splash guard ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Static bedside commodes<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Rolling bedside commodes<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n How to set up a bedside commode over a toilet ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Where to buy a splash guard ?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”whatsplashwhy” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n A splash guards function is in its name, it protects from splashes when you are using a bedside commode directly over a toilet bowl.<\/p>\n My mom’s bedside commode seat is only raised up around 1 1\/2″, so there really isn’t any need to put in a splash guard, as all but one inch of it would be down in the bowl of the toilet, which is pretty pointless.<\/p>\n If you are using the commode 4 – 6″ above the toilet bowl, though, I would think that the need for a splash guard to keep things clean would be greater, due to the larger distance of open space between the seat of the commode and the rim of the toilet bowl, and so an increased likelihood of splashes etc. outside the intended area.<\/p>\n I would definitely say, though, if you are only raising the commode seat an inch, or two, above the toilet rim it isn’t necessary, and you are just giving yourself more work to do.<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”whatsplashhow” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n To use the splash guard –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you don’t know much at all about bedside commodes, and you want to read more about using them<\/strong>, I have another article “Using A Bedside Commode: An Illustrated Guide”<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”whatsplashwhich” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bedside commodes, which can use splash guards, are going to be those commodes which can be placed for use over a toilet.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”whatsplashstatic” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Of the different types of static commodes – (not on wheels) – the following types of bedside commodes have models can be used over a toilet with a splash guard.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”whatsplashstacking” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb title=”Static stacking bedside commode” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/stacking-bedside-commode-2.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Not all stacking bedside commodes can be placed over a toilet.<\/p>\n You need to have a model which has adjustable height legs,<\/strong> and which has a height which is higher than the level of your particular toilet bowl.<\/p>\n An example of a stacking bedside commode with adjustable legs –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Aidapt Essex height adjustable commode,\u00a0Prod. No. VR161 – max seat height 22.22 inches<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”whatsplash3in1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb title=”3 in 1 bedside commode” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/3-in-1-bedside-commode-2.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n 3-in-1, also known as All-in-One commodes are specifically designed to perform the 3 following functions –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n All of this type of bedside commode can be used over a toilet, and should in theory be tall enough to allow for it to be placed over your existing toilet bowl for use. This is of course unless you have one of the models of especially high toilets.<\/p>\n 3-in-1 toilets have adjustable height legs which typically have a height range from 17″ to 22 1\/2 “, which is enough to clear the top edge of most toilet bowls by some margin.<\/p>\n Some examples of 3-in-1 commodes are –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n TF1 3244 Extra tall, wide commode w\/ elongated seat, Prod. No. 3244 \u2013 max seat height 28 inches\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Performance Health Briggs heavy-duty commode, Prod. No. 081437862 – max seat height 23 inches<\/strong><\/p>\n TFI Healthcare wide 3-in-1 commode w\/ elongated seat, Prod. No. 3224G – max seat height 22.25 inches<\/strong><\/p>\n TFI Healthcare drop arm commode w\/ elongated seat, Prod. No. 3225 – max seat height 22.25 inches<\/strong><\/p>\n Tuffcare extra wide drop arm commode chair, Prod. No. M470 – max seat height 24 inches<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”whatsplashdrop” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb title=”Static drop arm bedside commode” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/drop-arm-bedside-commodes.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n A drop arm is an armrest on a commode which is not in a permanently fixed position – drop arms are found on a lot of the different types of bedside commodes, but can also be found at a static commode with a drop arm and with no other special features.<\/strong><\/p>\n The drop arm feature is there to allow for side transfer onto a commode<\/strong>, but may also be used to allow a caregiver to gain side access for cleaning, by moving the armrest out of the way when it is blocking their access.<\/p>\n A lot of 3-in-One commodes will feature a drop arm as well.<\/p>\n Drop arms are also found on shower chair commodes and on transport, or rolling, bedside commodes.<\/strong><\/p>\n Static drop arm commodes can also be used –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Some examples of drop arm commodes which can be used over the toilet are –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Drive Medical deluxe steel drop arm commode, Prod. No.\u00a011125KD-1 – max seat height 24 inches<\/strong><\/p>\n Drive Medical drop arm commode with wheels with padded armrests, Prod. No. 11101W-2 – max seat height 21 inches<\/strong><\/p>\n Guardian drop arm bedside commode, Prod. No. 98202 – max seat height 23.5 inches<\/strong><\/p>\n Healthline bariatric drop arm bedside commode, Prod. No.\u00a0HL7206-2 – max seat height 23 inches<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Homecraft heavy-duty drop arm commode, Prod. No. 081611110 – max seat height 20.75 inches<\/strong><\/p>\n Lumex drop arm 3-in-1 commode,\u00a0Prod. No. 6433A – max seat height 22.75 inches<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”whatsplashtransfer” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb title=”Transfer bench bedside commode” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/transfer-bedside-commode.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n The transfer bench commode is a bedside commode and a bench for transferring to the bath or shower.<\/p>\n Transfer bench commodes with adjustable leg height can be used as a raised toilet seat as well.<\/p>\n Some examples are –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 300 lb – Carex transfer bench and commode, Prod. No.\u00a0081295278<\/strong><\/p>\n 300 lb – Nova padded transfer bench with commode, Prod. No. 9073<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”whatsplashrolling” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”303px” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Of the different types of rolling commodes, the following commodes may be used over a toilet with a splash guard.<\/strong><\/p>\n Do be warned that this is not all-inclusive – some rolling commodes have low horizontal bars at the back, between the legs, and cannot be rolled backwards of a toilet due to this.<\/strong><\/p>\n Other rolling commodes are fixed height, and this height may be too low to go over a toilet, so be sure to check these details on a model before you purchase one.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_id=”whatsplashtransport” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb title=”Attendant transport bedside commode” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Attendant-Transport-Commode-2.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_blurb title=”Self-propelling transport commode” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/self-propelling-transport-commode-2.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Transport commodes are incredibly practical if you are caring for someone who often is unable to walk much, or too tired to walk a lot of the time.<\/p>\n Transport bedside commodes typically have casters, or rubber wheels, usually up to around 5″ in size these chairs are known as “attendant transport chair commode” and require that a caregiver pushes the user from A to B.<\/p>\n Other\u00a0transport commode chairs have larger wheelchair size back wheels, and these are known as “self-propelling” transport commodes. The user is able to move around without assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n Transport bedside commodes can be used as –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Note<\/strong> that not all transport commodes can be used over a toilet either because some –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Lastly, do remember, whenever you are using a rolling commode as a commode, to lock the wheels in position before use.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”whatsplashshower” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb title=”Attendant shower transport bedside commode with four small wheels” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/attendant-shower-transport-commode-2.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Attendant shower transport bedside commode with medium sized rear wheels” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/shower-transport-commode-with-medium-size-rear-wheels-2.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_blurb title=”Self-propelling shower transport bedside commode” image=”https:\/\/lookingaftermomanddad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/self-prop-shower-commode-2.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Just like the transport bedside commode, there are two types of shower transport commode, the “attendant” model where the carer pushes the user, or the “self-propelling” model, where the user is independent and able to wheel around under their own steam.<\/p>\n The shower transport bedside commodes can be used for –<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Note – <\/strong>there are two reasons a shower transport bedside commode may not work over a toilet –\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Once again, always lock the wheels when using the commode in a static position.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(109,226,237,0.31)” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_phone=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” border_color_all=”#E02B20″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n While you are looking for bedside commodes, there is lots more that you can do to make your bathroom a safer place for seniors, or anyone else with mobility issues.<\/strong><\/p>\n To find out all the different things you can do, to have an instant impact on bathroom safety, take a look here,<\/strong> “<\/strong><\/a>54 Bathroom Safety Tips For Seniors – A Helpful Guide”<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”whatsplashsetup” 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Why use a splash guard ?<\/h2>\n
How to use a splash guard ?<\/h2>\n
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Which bedside commodes can use a splash guard ?<\/h2>\n
Static bedside commodes<\/h3>\n
Stacking bedside commodes<\/h4>\n
3-in-1 or All-in-One bedside commodes<\/h4>\n
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Drop Arm commodes<\/h4>\n
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Transfer bench commodes<\/h4>\n
Rolling bedside commodes<\/h3>\n
Transport commodes<\/h4>\n
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Shower transport commodes<\/h4>\n
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How to set up a bedside commode over a toilet<\/h2>\n
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