Universal Design Principles
www.AdaptMy.com has posted on it’s site some basics on Universal Design. If you are interested in learning more, visit our site…
Add comment January 13, 2010
Updates
Wow! It’s 2010 already! The past couple months have been extremely busy and we are finding some great products on the market that promote visitability, accessibility, universal design and aging-in-place.
AdaptMy.com is starting to become the ‘go to’ place for accessibility! Consumers, contractors and health care professionals visit our site everyday to find just what they need to make their project successful.
I’ve got a very extensive list of products that are ready to go up on our website but there are just so many hours in a day. If there is something you need but don’t see on our website, drop me an email or give us a call. Chances are… we’ve either got it in the pipeline, can get it for you or at the very least direct you where to get it.
Wishes for a very Happy, Healthy and Accessible New Year!
www.adaptmy.com, a Dynamic Living, Inc company
866-993-0783
Add comment January 13, 2010
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Add comment November 30, 2009
RTA for Accessibility?
RTA Furniture or “ready to assembly” is the choice of many consumers. Not only is RTA Furniture much more attractive than ever but it offers consumers an affordable choice of instant gratification. With RTA you don’t need to schedule a delivery window- you load it into your car or shopping cart if ordered online and take it home immediately or get it delivered to you in the comfort of your own home.
But how can RTA mean accessibility? Well- think outside the box!
Traditionally a console table is used in an entry way but what about as an attractive table for medications in the bedroom? You normally see end tables on either end of a sofa in a living room but it also makes a great night stand in the bedroom or a ‘catchall’ table in the hallway! Place an attractive basket on it and use it in place of a dresser for socks and unmentionables.
TV Stand? Even that can have other uses! It can be a stand alone unit for storage in the bedroom or kitchen. Store shirts and slacks. Use the open shelf and the top of the stand for toiletries and other sundries that you need every day and are within easy reach.
Just because a piece of furniture has a typical usage a little imagination will let you see it in a whole new light. So the next time you feel the need for a little change in your home and don’t want to paint your wood furniture or are on a budget- see what is available at www.adaptmy.com. What we have available and our inspirational ‘ideas’ might be just what you need to add a bit of spice into your room.
Add comment November 12, 2009
People Would Rather Plan for Their Death Than for Living At Home as They Age
Search online for ‘planning for your death’ and you’ll find hundreds of websites that discuss pre-planning a funeral or preparing a will. We even found a post outlining how to share your obituary with your online friends.
Death is a concept that is understood in all its finality. Everyone dies. We can talk about it and plan for it. Planning for a home that you can live in comfortably as an older person? That’s another matter. People envision themselves living as they are now or dying. There’s very little planning for the stages in between.
“Public opinion in the aggregate may decree that the average person becomes old at age 68, but you won’t get too far trying to convince people at that age that the threshold applies to them” according to “Growing Old In America: Expectations vs. Reality” a study by The Pew Research Center released in June 2009.
“It’s hard to imagine having difficulties moving around in your home until the day it happens to you,” says Andrea Tannenbaum, President of Dynamic Living Inc.
“That makes it difficult for seniors to see what they need to include in their retirement remodeling plans.”
AdaptMy.com helps people prepare for this new stage in their lives. There are ideas for home improvement in every room, including accessible kitchens, bathrooms and entrances. The website encourages exploration, providing ideas and guidelines to help the planning process. For example, ready-to-assemble furniture is included to expand storage opportunities in the bedroom as well as making a home office more comfortable.
“We believe that people can make this stage in their life something to look forward to by creating a good looking environment they can be comfortable in for a long time,” says Ms. Tannenbaum.About Dynamic Living Inc
Dynamic Living Inc is a leading distributor of products that promote a convenient, comfortable and safe home environment. AdaptMy.com joins their original website, Dynamic-Living.com, which has been serving seniors since 1997. They can be reached at 866-993-0783.
Add comment October 26, 2009
Dynamic Living Announcement- October 2009
We’ve been receiving lots of compliments about AdaptMy.com, and comments about wanting more product to select from. As a result we will focusing our energy into speeding up the introduction of new products on AdaptMy.com. That means that you will see fewer product introductions on Dynamic-Living.com for a while.
On AdaptMy.com – more than 100 products have been added (including all the different variations of color and style)
* The Rev-A-Shelf line of cabinet Pull-Out organizers is both
unique and handsome. Although they are designed as useful
organizers for the kitchen, we love them for their
accessibility. You’ll be able to use – and reach – every
nook and cranny! No more digging for anything!
o Pull-out Cabinet Shelving makes the most of your cabinet
space whether it is the wall, base or a pantry cabinet.
Be sure to check out the Corner Optimizer, it is really
special!
o Cabinet Filler Organizers use the space between the cabinets
so you can store more.
o Pull Out Cabinet Stainless Panel is a like a stainless
pegboard where you can hang your utensils or pots and pans.
Talk about visible and reachable. Did we mention gorgeous?
o Pull Down Cabinet Shelves help you make use of the top wall
cabinet – you’ll be able to reach the top shelf!
o If you like keeping small appliances off the counter, but
don’t want to be lifting them when you need them, the Heavy
Duty Mixer Lift is your solution.
www.adaptmy.com/kitchen/cabinets/
* Ramps help to improve access to the front or back door,
especially if you are using a mobility device. We’ve added
four new styles of portable ramps.
o Pathway Lites hold up to 600 lbs, come in 2′ to 8′ lengths
and are 32″ wide. They have a solid, seamless design.
o Signature Suitcase Ramps hold up to 800 lbs, come in 2′ to
8′ lengths and are 30″ wide. The fold along a full length
hinge that will not pinch.
o Pathway Classic Ramps hold up to 850 lbs, come in 4′ to 10′
lengths, have optional handrails and are 36″ wide. They have
a solid, seamless design.
o The Advantage Series Suitcase Ramps can be separated (just
pull the hinge pins) so they are lighter and easier to
handle. They hold up to 800 lbs and are 29.5″ wide.
www.adaptmy.com/entryway/ramps/
* Organize your bath
o Bamboo Bath Caddy stretches across the tub so you can read
and relax as you soak in a hot bath.
www.adaptmy.com/bathroom/accessories/bamboo-bathtub-caddy/
o Hanging Bamboo Shower Caddy keeps your bath accessories
within reach.
www.adaptmy.com/bathroom/accessories/bamboo-shower-caddy/
* Make the most of your closet space with the Rev-A-Shelf
Pull-Down Closet Rod.
www.adaptmy.com/product/pull-down-closet-rod/
* We’ve also added 8 more kitchen sinks, including more double
sinks, and 6 more faucet styles.
Add comment October 2, 2009
New Products- Rev A Shelf Kitchen Cabinet Organizers
Why is what you need is always at the back of the cabinet? Pull-Out Shelves from Rev-A-Shelf® have loads of room for storage. Fill each shelf with cans, boxes, bottles, pans spices and more! Pull it out and have whatever you need at your fingertips. Height adjustable, accessible, organized, easy!
The Rev-A-Shelf® shelving units glide easily on a patented Tri-Slide system designed to minimize side to side motion and increases stability when pulled out. The Tri-Slide is already secured to a wood block that is then screwed to the floor of the cabinet. Adjustable door mount brackets ensure that your installation is trouble free.
Want more information? Visit our site for more details!
www.adaptmy.com, a Dynamic-Living.com company
1 comment September 15, 2009
Guidelines for Selecting an ADA Compliant Kitchen Faucet
Guidelines for Selecting an ADA Compliant Kitchen Faucet
When selecting a kitchen faucet, you need to think about more
than how it will look in the kitchen. You need to plan for how
many handles, what accessories you would like and more.
Unfortunately, plumbing suppliers and manufacturers have a
language all their own. Sometimes the distributor’s or
manufacturer’s name for something is not the same as what
others call it. This article arms you with some of the terms
and their definitions, as well as a list of questions you need
to answer before you begin the selection process.
* How many pieces can your sink handle?
– Unless you are mounting the faucet on the counter, the
number of available holes in the sink will guide the faucet
configuration. If you are getting a new sink, you can decide
the faucet configuration first, but then you must make sure
the sink you select can handle that configuration.
– If you have the sink already, do you have three mounting
holes for a two handled sink with a spout? Or perhaps only
one mounting hole for a single lever faucet? Do you want
accessories?
– Do you want a sprayer to help rinse dishes and vegetables?
(if so, count this as another hole)
– Do you want a soap dispenser so the dishwashing liquid is
always handy? (if so, count this as another hole)
* How easy is it to operate?
– Can you turn knobs or would you prefer lever handles that
don’t require a twisting motion? Many lever handles are ADA
compliant, meaning that less than 5 lbs of pressure is
required to operate the handle. Assuming you can reach the
lever, you may be able to turn the water on or off with
your forearm or elbow, rather than your hand.
– How does the faucet turn off? All faucets have some kind
of valve that allows the water to flow or to stop. The valve
affects how hard it is to turn the handle.
o A compression faucet requires you to tighten down
(compress) the washer to close the water flow.
o With a cartridge faucet, the action is smooth and
consistent. When the handle gets to the off position, the
faucet turns off without added pressure being required.
o A washerless ball assembly is more like a gear shift,
smoothly transitioning from position to position without
the need for added hand pressure.
- Do you want to control the hot and the cold water separately
(two handles), or do you want a single control that mixes the
water (one handle)?
– Do you need to be concerned about the controls being within
your reach? Levers offer more length to grab or push than
knobs.
* What does it look like?
– Do you want a part that covers the faucet stems and the holes
in the sink? This has several names; platform, centerset,
deck mount or escutcheon plate.
– If there is no platform, the mounting of the faucet is
referred to as widespread or single post. The spout and
handles are individual pieces. Each piece usually has its
own escutcheon ring to give it a clean line over the sink
hole.
– One more mounting alternative is called a decorative bridge.
This style connects the pieces on their stems rather than
with a platform.
– Many sprayers are not attached to centerset faucets. They
are single post with an escutcheon ring. The Pull Out faucet
is an alternative; it has an integrated sprayer so that it
can function as a sprayer or as a faucet.
– Straight-spouts might need to be moved to fit a big pot
underneath. Gooseneck spouts have higher clearances, but
might cause splashing in shallow sinks.
– Faucets come in various designs and colors. The most common
color is chrome, but you’ll also find other metal colors,
like vintage bronze or brushed nickel. The color does not
have to match the sink, but should integrate with the
general design of the kitchen. Some dual handled lever
faucets have alternative material in the handle, like wood
or ceramic that can match other finishes around the kitchen.
* Do I have what I need for the installation?
– Make sure you have the appropriate connection pieces. If
threads are on the interior, it’s a “female” fitting; if it
has exterior threads, then it’s a “male” fitting. You can
get adapters that have male on one side and female on the
other. Other names for fittings:
o Iron Pipe Size or IPS refers to “threaded pipe”.
o FIP (female iron pipe) threads or MIP (Male Iron Pipe )
threads
– Does the faucet come with supply lines (where the water
travels from the pipe to the faucet) or do you have them
from your previous faucet?
– Some manufacturers sell faucet bodies and handles separately
so the buyer can mix and match colors or finishes to suit
their personal taste. Be sure that you have all the parts
you need.
Whew! That’s a lot of information! However, spending a few
minutes now to answer these basic questions will result in a
faucet purchase that you will be happy with for years to come!
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or call us at (888) 940-0605. Let us help you find solutions
that “make living at home a little easier.”
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