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# Suction Grip Grab Bars
OXO's Good Grips Suction Bar Aids with Bathroom Safety

By Jana Pijak | Published 2019-04-09 | Life-Stages
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathroom-safety
References: [oxo](https://www.oxo.com/suction-grip-bar.html)

[OXO's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grilling-basting-bottle) Good Grips Suction Bar is a bathroom safety accessory that requires a tool-free installation process. The non-PVC product is designed for square tiles that are at least 4" in size and effectively ensures that users stay balanced when in the shower or bath. The product measures 13.5" x 3" x 3.5" in size and is reasonably priced at $19.99.

Whether suffering from mobility issues or simply seeking a more safe and [accessible bathroom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-bsingen), consumers can rely on this product's portable design, quick installation and affordable price tag. OXO's Good Grips Suction Bar is simply activated with its two levers -- located on each side. The product's two [suction cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popsockets-suckup-grip-and-mount) are secured once their respective levers are pulled down and offer support, though one's full weight should not be put on the bathroom accessory.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.2/10
- Popularity: 73% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Tool-free Installation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new tool-free installation methods for various products, increasing convenience and accessibility.
- **Portable Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create more portable designs for safety accessories to cater to the needs of individuals with mobility issues or those who require temporary solutions.
- **Affordable Price Tag:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore cost-effective materials and manufacturing processes to offer affordable price options for safety products, making them accessible to a wider range of consumers.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Bathroom Safety Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate smart technologies or design improvements into bathroom safety accessories to enhance user experience and increase safety standards.
- **Construction Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new types of construction materials that are suitable for tool-free installation, promoting more efficient and hassle-free building processes.
- **Home Healthcare Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Enhance the design and functionality of home healthcare products to improve the quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges, providing more independence and freedom.

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