Bobrick B-5191 Barrier Free Commercial Shower Seat, 500 lb Load Capacity, Phenolic

✅ Supports Up to 500 lbs (227 kg) Engineered for strength and ADA compliance

✅ Durable, Water-Resistant Phenolic Seat 5/16" thick solid phenolic resists moisture, bacteria, and wear

✅ Folds Up for Space-Saving Convenience Compact design keeps shower areas clear when not in use

Compact design. Seat is constructed of durable, water-resistant, ivory colored, 5/16" (8mm) thick solid phenolic. Frame and mounting bracket are type 304 stainless steel and self-locking mechanism. Supports up to 500 lbs (227 kg) when properly installed. Seat 18" (455mm) wide, projects 15 13/16" (400mm) from wall.

Why Choose This Model?

The Bobrick B-5191 is a folding shower seat designed for durability in accessible commercial shower environments. Constructed with a 5/16” (8 mm) thick solid phenolic seat and a type 304 stainless steel frame, it is built for reliable performance in high-moisture conditions.

When properly installed, this model supports static loads of up to 500 lbs (227 kg) and is designed to comply with ADA requirements. Its space-saving design allows the seat to fold upward when not in use, helping keep the shower area clear for easier cleaning while supporting safe and accessible bathing.

Key Features & Applications

• Solid Phenolic Seat — One-piece, 5/16” thick fused plastic laminate with ivory-colored face sheets and a black phenolic-resin core; solid material resists delamination

• Type 304 Stainless Steel Frame — Satin-finish 16-gauge square tubing with 18-gauge seamless tubing provides excellent corrosion resistance

• 500 lb Static Load Capacity — Supports up to 500 lbs (227 kg) when properly installed according to manufacturer guidelines

• Spring-Assisted Folding Mechanism — Holds the seat in the upright position when not in use

• Integral Drainage Slots — Help prevent water accumulation

• Nonporous Surface — Helps resist moisture and supports hygienic conditions

• Dimensions — 18”W with a 15-13/16” projection from the wall

• Ideal For — Healthcare facilities, assisted living environments, accessible locker rooms, hospitality properties, and barrier-free showers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight capacity? The B-5191 supports static loads up to 500 lbs (227 kg) when properly installed. A supplied safety plate helps distribute the load across the wall for enhanced structural support.

Is this seat ADA compliant? The seat is designed to comply with ADA requirements when installed at the proper mounting height and in accordance with local building codes.

How does the folding mechanism operate? A spring-assisted mechanism holds the seat upright when not in use. The seat is manually lowered for operation.

What color is the seat? Ivory face sheets with a matte-finish surface and a black phenolic-resin core.

✅ Compact, Space-Saving Design – Folds up securely against the wall when not in use, keeping shower areas clear

✅ Durable, Water-Resistant Seat – Constructed of 5/16" thick ivory-colored solid phenolic for long-lasting performance

✅ Stainless Steel Frame & Brackets – Type 304 stainless steel with a self-locking mechanism for secure support

✅ 500 lb Weight Capacity – Supports up to 500 lbs (227 kg) when properly installed in accordance with local codes

✅ Comfortable Sizing – Seat is 18" (455mm) wide and extends 15-13/16" (400mm) from the wall

✅ ADA Compliant When Properly Installed – Designed for barrier-free access and meets accessibility requirements

⚠️ Must Be Securely Mounted – Shower seat strength depends on the anchors and wall structure; improper installation may result in failure

⚠️ Inspect for Safety – Building owners or maintenance staff should remove seat from service if not securely attached to the wall

⚠️ Do Not Exceed 500 lb Limit – Using the seat beyond rated capacity may cause malfunction or injury

SAFETY WARNING: Shower seats are no stronger than the anchors and walls to which they are attached and must be firmly secured in order to support the loads for which they are intended. Consult and comply with local building codes. To avoid potential injury, the building owner or maintenance personnel should remove the shower seat from service if the shower seat is not adequately secured to the wall. In the interests of safety and the protection of end users, this seat should not be used to support weights exceeding 500lbs (227 kg). To avoid potential seat malfunction, DO NOT use seat if weight exceeds 500 lbs (227 kg). Failure to abide by this warning may result in seat malfunctioning, potentially causing minor to moderate injury.

MATERIALS:
Seat — One-piece, 5/16" (8mm) thick, solidly fused plastic laminate with matte-finish melamine surfaces, ivory-colored face sheets, and black phenolic-resin core that are integrally bonded — cannot delaminate. Integral slots for water drainage. Secured to frame with stainless steel carriage bolts and acorn nuts.

Frame — 18-8, type-304, stainless steel with satin finish. 16-gauge (1.6mm), 1-1/4" (30mm) square tubing and 18 -gauge (1.2mm), 1" (25mm) diameter seamless tubing. Mounting Flanges (2) — 18-8, type-304, 3/16" (5mm) thick stainless steel with satin finish. 3" (75mm) diameter with three mounting screw holes.
Baseplate — 18-8, type-304, heavy-gauge stainless steel.
Spring — 17-7, type-301, 24-gauge (0.6mm) stainless steel. Spot-welded to baseplate.
Guide Bracket — 18-8, type-304, 16-gauge (1.6mm) stainless steel with satin finish.

OPERATION:
Shower seat can be folded up against the wall when not in use. The spring at the top of baseplate locks seat into upright position until released by pulling the top of seat away from wall. Support system with guide bracket allows varying mounting heights and leaves floor clear for easier cleaning. Nonporous solid phenolic seat has slots to permit water to drain, does not splinter or require oiling, and will not support growth of bacteria. Slotless round-head carriage bolts and acorn nuts provide additional safety to user. Bobrick shower seats, when properly installed, have sufficient strength to support 500 lbs., (227 kg) complying with accessible design guidelines (including ADAAG in the U.S.A.).

INSTALLATION:
Secure unit to wall at points indicated by an S, with the two mounting flanges located at top and the baseplate and guide bracket below. The bottom of support bracket must be positioned between the baseplate and guide bracket before they are secured to wall or partition. Mounting height of shower seat must comply with local building codes.

For stud walls, provide concealed backing to comply with local building codes and secure with #14 x 2-1/2" (6.3 x 65mm) stainless steel sheet-metal screws furnished by manufacturer.

For prefabricated shower stalls, provided adequate backing by the shower stall manufacturer. Secure with #14 x 2-1/2" (6.3 x 65mm) stainless steel mounting screws furnished by manufacturer. Bobrick offers a mounting kit for installing shower seats. For additional mounting kits please order 252-30. One mounting kit is required for each flange.

For masonry walls, provide fiber plugs or expansion shields for use with furnished sheet-metal screws, or provide 1/4" (6mm) toggle bolts or expansion bolts.

INSTALL SAFETY PLATE TO WALL:
Safety Plate is to be mounted on wall near Shower Seat in order to properly advise users of the Seat's weight restrictions. Correct installation of the Safety Plate will ensure that the Shower Seat meets A.N.S.I. Standards. Permanently affix Safety Plate to wall on either side of the Shower Seat at a minimum height of 30" (760mm). If mounted above Seat, the Plate must be high enough so that it is not covered when Seat is on the up position. Mounting screws (4) are recommended, but double-sided tape on rear of Plate may be used for very smooth, non-porous surfaces.