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Toilet supports & toilet support frames


Getting up from the toilet is one of the most common causes of falls in everyday care – knee extensors weaken with age, toilets are often too low, and there is a lack of handholds. NORDIC toilet grab bars and support frames provide firm support when sitting down and standing up. Made in Europe, HMV-listed, load-bearing up to 300 kg, CE certified, and with a 5-year warranty.



✓ With HMV number – eligible for reimbursement by health insurance
✓ Load capacity up to 300 kg
✓ No drilling required / freestanding
✓ 100% Made in Europe
✓ 5-year warranty

Standing aid, support frame or armrest – what fits when?

There are three fundamentally different approaches around the toilet. The key difference is whether only support to stand up is needed – or additionally a higher seat position:

Free-standing standing aid

A frame with armrests placed around the toilet without drilling. Leaves the existing WC unchanged – ideal for rented flats.

Toilet support frame

A four-leg frame with a seat and hygiene cut-out placed over the WC. Raises the seat position and provides support – with or without armrests.

Toilet armrest

An armrest mounted or clamped directly to the WC – the compact solution when the seat height is fine and only a grip for support is missing.

Why a toilet support is decisive for many users

Standing up from the toilet is biomechanically demanding: the legs must lift the body weight from a low seated position with nothing in the room to hold on to. As strength declines, after surgery or with joint problems, exactly this becomes a fall risk. A toilet support solves three problems at once:

Support when standing up: The armrests make it possible to push up with the arms instead of relying on the legs alone.
Raised seat position: Support frames lift the seat height (45–60 cm) – the knees bend less, and standing up becomes noticeably easier.
Dignity & independence: Using the toilet stays a private, independent activity – without a carer, without help from relatives.

The designs in the NORDIC range

1

Free-standing WC standing aid (frame)

A four-leg frame with raised armrests placed around the existing toilet – no drilling, no changes to the plumbing. Armrest height adjustable 66–81 cm. Ideal for rented flats.

2

Toilet support frame with hygiene seat

Placed over the WC, it raises the seat height to 45–60 cm and offers stable grips or armrests. The standard solution for professional care providers. Rated up to 160 kg.

3

Toilet armrest (compact)

The space-saving solution when the seat height is fine and only something to hold on to is missing. Rated up to 150 kg.

4

Bariatric XXL variant

Reinforced steel frame up to 300 kg, with splash guard and width-adjustable seat (55–85 cm) – for demanding heavy-duty care.

Our models at a glance

All models are height-adjustable (where noted in the table), powder-coated and fitted with non-slip feet. All products are CE-marked Class I medical devices.

ModelTypeHeight adjustmentCapacity
SIMPLY free-standing (1-1220)Standing-aid frame66–81 cm150 kg
ECONOMY (1-1203)Support frame with grips45–60 cm160 kg
ECONOMY armrests (1-1202)Support frame with armrests45–60 cm160 kg
STAND UP (1-1226)Toilet armrest150 kg
COMFORT XXL (1-1297)XXL support frame, splash guard45–60 cm (width 55–85 cm)300 kg

What buyers should consider when choosing

What does the user really lack? Only support to stand up (armrest or frame) – or additionally a higher seat position (support frame)? This question decides the choice.
Rented or owned home? Free-standing solutions like SIMPLY or ECONOMY need no drill holes and are removable – important for provision in the rental sector.
Capacity: Standard up to 150–160 kg, bariatric up to 300 kg. For overweight users, XXL is essential – the solution must match the real load.
Height adjustment: The ECONOMY support frames cover the classic range at 45–60 cm; SIMPLY works with a higher armrest position (66–81 cm) for free-standing use.
Hygiene & cleaning: Powder-coated steel frames and closed surfaces are wipe-disinfectable – decisive for use in clinics and care homes.

Quality built for professional use

All toilet supports and support frames are Class I medical devices, CE-marked and manufactured 100 % in Europe. Welded, powder-coated steel constructions are built for continuous use in the sanitary area – durable, hygienic, low-maintenance. We provide a 5-year warranty on every product, typically deliver stock items within 2–4 working days from our German central warehouse, and keep supply flowing through a reliable spare-parts service.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a toilet support and a toilet chair?

A toilet support enhances the existing toilet – through additional armrests or a higher support frame. A toilet chair temporarily replaces the WC with a mobile chair with a bucket, set up in the room or next to the bed.

Does a toilet support need drilling?

No – all NORDIC models are free-standing and are placed around or over the WC without screwing anything in. That makes them suitable for rented flats and allows a clean removal when care ends.

Are the models certified medical devices?

Yes. All toilet supports are CE-marked Class I medical devices, manufactured in Europe. Conformity documentation is available to partners for procurement and tenders.

When is a simple armrest enough?

When the seat height of the existing toilet is fine and only a secure hold to stand up is missing. If the seat position is too low, a support frame is the better choice.

Are there solutions for overweight users?

Yes. The COMFORT XXL (1-1297) is rated up to 300 kg and its seat width adjusts steplessly between 55 and 85 cm. Further bariatric aids are in XXL aids.

Can the support frame be combined with any toilet?

Usually yes – the ECONOMY models are designed to be placed over common floor-mounted and wall-hung WCs. If in doubt, compare the dimensions of the existing WC with the internal dimensions of the support frame.

Order now as a NORDIC partner

As a NORDIC partner you see your individual conditions and order directly online via your dealer account. Not a partner yet? Contact us – we'll get back to you promptly. You'll find matching additions in shower & toilet chairs, standing & raising aids and bathing & boarding aids.

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