Moen R8712P 12-Inch Bathroom Grab Bar, Peened

First, you must locate two studs to install securely and for safety. If you cannot locate then hire a professional. After locating the studs, i applied masking tape on the wall so I could layout the holes. Unit is 18 inches but studs were 12 in apart, so I installed at an angle. You can install vertically if desired onto one stud. I have tile, so I patiently but firmly drilled holes big enough that the screw would fit through because I did not want to crack the tile when tightening.i drilled six holes, stopping after each one to check the next hole location before drilling the next. My rating is 4 stars because the polished brass color is close to a 14k gold color. It does not look bad, but the color is not the same as the polished brass fixtures throughout the bath.

Moens products are well built and easy to install.

I attached it to the post next to the steps so our elderly friends can grab it to get up the steps.

its secured very good to wall does wats needed didn t spend alot

I got this for my mothers walk in shower. It is very sturdy and a nice looking, dull-finish white. Matched the shower very well. She didnt want the typical hospital stainless steel look, hence, the choice of white. Had some difficulty with studs not being where I needed them, and I didnt want to rely on the non-stud mounts for something as important as preventing a slip. Had access to the back of the wall and put in a couple of studs to secure the grab bar. Only ran into two small problems. First, the screws they provide are HORRIBLE. They strip easily. Seriously...take the time to get some better screws. Mark your holes and drill pilot holes because (here comes the second problem) if you use a drill to put the screws in, you might get too close to the bar and the drill will scratch the surface of the grab bar (like I did.) I couldnt be happier with the product though. And my 90 year old mother, who said she didnt need a grab bar, now says she has gotten very used to holding on to it while getting in and out.

Nice product works as intended assisting in the shower for balance and safety and at the toilet at well. Should be properly installed to be assisting someone

Color did not match

These were perfect for my shower and much needed. I highly recommend that older people install these in their shower

Added this bar and its 24 companion to the guest bathroom tub/shower when we needed to use that facility for a couple of weeks. While I did not install it myself, the contractor (doing other work in the house) who did it used my impact driver to do so. He used his tile bit but they are readily available at the big box stores. So, could have done it myself but got lazy. Pretty straightforward installation. Find the stud (hardest part), pilot the holes through cultured marble and sheet rock, and drive the screws (nice and long and heavy duty) in. Installed the 24 one on the back (long) wall of the tub/shower. Installed this one vertically on one stud just below shoulder height at the back of the shower, outer edge, where it is easy to grab as were getting into the tub. It has worked out very well for a couple of oldies to feel more secure (the peened rough surface helps with that) getting in & out, stepping over the edge of the tub. (I dont know why the form asks about suction as this bar is mounted with some hefty screws, ideally driven into the studs.)

The bar is very sturdy. My mother is 96 and this bar makes it so easy for her.